Short Story Long: Life Lessons from Leaders, Coaches, and Entrepreneurs

Beki Fraser
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Short Story Long shares life-changing stories of growth, resilience, and reinvention from leaders, coaches, and everyday people navigating pivotal turning points. Hosted by leadership coach Beki Fraser, each episode explores the moments that shaped someone's path and the lessons we can all learn. Every other week, Beki follows up with a Skill Builder episode that breaks down insights from the previous story into practical tools, reflection prompts, and leadership actions. Whether you're building a business, transitioning into a new career, or learning to lead with greater purpose, this podcast offers real stories and practical strategies to help you grow. New episodes every other week.

  1. 1시간 전

    Rewriting the Story of Success

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. What if safety and fulfillment were not opposites, but partners you could design on purpose? We walk through a practical, human path from control to contribution—using a true story about shifting from programming to journalism as a lens for smarter career bets and better leadership. Rather than glorifying big leaps, we unpack how small, low‑stakes experiments reveal fit, build confidence, and protect what matters. We get specific about the leader’s role in growth: reflecting hidden talents with clarity, lowering fear of fallout, and granting permission to try without overpromising outcomes. You will hear how to reframe “not my job” into “a small offer I can make,” and why defining success as learning beats chasing perfect results. We also tackle outcomism—the trap of judging decisions only by results—and share a simple structure for experiments: a narrow scope, a learning question, and a visible measure of progress. Along the way, we examine risk and responsibility at different life stages, how to set buffers and rollback plans, and when to trade slices of the dream for the whole pie. If you lead people, this conversation gives you tools to turn ambition into action without burning down stability: micro experiments, honest risk mapping, and strength‑based feedback that lands. If you are navigating your own crossroads, you will learn how to write down your risk threshold, communicate it, and nudge it outward. The payoff is a shift from certainty and ego protection to impact and collective benefit—the kind that lifts teams and careers. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s weighing a big decision, and leave a quick review so others can find it. Tell us: what micro experiment will you run this week? Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    26분
  2. Starting to Shift with a What If — Holden Galusha's Story

    10월 28일

    Starting to Shift with a What If — Holden Galusha's Story

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. What if the safest choice isn’t the most honest one? That question frames a candid conversation with science journalist Holden Galusha, who started in programming for stability and found his voice by following curiosity, not clichés. A personal loss forced a new lens—regret minimization—sparking a shift from IT to writing that wasn’t a reckless jump, but a series of smart, low-risk experiments that grew into a career. We talk about the power of small bets: how an unused company blog and a team of quietly expert technicians became a training ground for interviewing, editorial framing, and content marketing that actually moved the needle. Holden shares how a chance encounter with Lab Manager revealed the world of trade journalism—where technical insight and clear storytelling meet real demand—and why broadening the definition of a dream can dismantle the starving artist myth. Along the way, we examine moving goalposts, imposter syndrome, and the deep satisfaction of creating tangible work that helps people make better decisions. We also get practical about generative AI. Holden maps the middle ground between hype and rejection, calling for newsroom-level ethics, reader transparency, and evolving policies that protect trust. He explains why human voice and niche expertise still matter, how audiences respond to AI-generated prose, and what writers can do to future-proof their craft. If you’re weighing a career pivot, you’ll leave with a simple playbook: run a risk analysis, test inside your current role, identify the mechanism beneath your passion, and follow the signals that open more than one door. If this conversation sparks a thought, share it with a friend, subscribe for more like this, and leave a quick review—what pivot are you considering next? Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    48분

  3. 10월 21일

    You Don’t Need Confidence. You Need Practice

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. The ground will shift—so what do you train for? We dive into resilience you can actually use: the steady, repeatable practice of recovering with intention, not the myth of unbreakable confidence. Sparked by Greg Stephens’ honest story about near-misses and next steps, we explore how leaders build credibility through consistent recovery, not perfect outcomes, and why the quiet choice to pause can change the course of a hard conversation. We unpack the small moves that make a big difference: micro-pauses that reset your nervous system, ten seconds of silence that invite truth, and curious questions that turn defensiveness into discovery. You’ll learn how to model resilience for your team by letting them see you regroup and reframe, why “confidence” is a shaky goal compared to trained steadiness, and how listening beyond words—tone, posture, what’s not said—reveals what’s really happening in the room. We also talk about discomfort as a growth signal, not a stop sign, and the way courage shows up in the body when the only honest move is forward. From ownership without blame to repetition over charisma, we map a practical path to durable leadership. You’ll get a simple skill-builder challenge: schedule one avoided conversation, prepare a single opening sentence, hold the silence, and aim to understand rather than to win. Step by step, those reps layer into a leadership shape that bends without breaking, steadies others when pressure climbs, and feels unmistakably yours. If this resonated, tap follow, share it with a colleague who needs it today, and leave a quick review to help more leaders find the show. Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    20분
  4. Everything You Create, Promote, or Allow — Greg Stephens' Story

    10월 14일

    Everything You Create, Promote, or Allow — Greg Stephens' Story

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. Some choices don’t arrive with fanfare—they hit like a shove out of the nest. Greg Stephens shares the moment he was on his own at seventeen and the vow that followed: choose the path that honors your gut, then move one step at a time until the dream is real. That commitment led him to Baylor without a safety net, into door-to-door sales to fund tuition, and eventually into a career coaching leaders through their toughest conversations. We dig into what resilience looks like when the stakes are not theoretical—waiting on a final loan check that lands the day before graduation, navigating slammed doors, and learning to breathe when adrenaline spikes. Greg lays out practical tools leaders can use today: nasal breathing to reset the nervous system, questions that flip the brain from fight-or-flight to problem-solving, and a repeatable process for building trust before addressing hard truths. He distinguishes insight from mastery with a clear message: breakthroughs don’t stick without reps. Like lasagna, real change can’t be rushed. From family mediations to executive conflicts, Greg explains how to widen your lens beyond the fear-driven A-or-B trap, enlist mentors to see what you can’t, and take total responsibility—everything you create, promote, or allow. We talk about making courageous decisions that shape capacity, turning practice into neural pathways, and carrying these skills from the boardroom to the living room with sensitivity and respect. If you’re ready to trade quick fixes for durable growth, this conversation offers a grounded playbook for leading with heart under pressure. Listen, take a breath, and choose your next step. If the episode resonates, follow the show, leave a review, and share it with someone who’s standing at their own inflection point. Find out more about Greg: Alignment-Resources.com Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    39분

  5. 10월 7일

    From Drifting to Driven: Building Career Ownership and Growth

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. Ever feel like your career is steering you instead of the other way around? We dig into the shift from autopilot to agency and unpack how development-minded leadership turns growth into a daily practice rather than a once-a-year form. Drawing on Tammy’s pivot from partnership to solo work, we explore how intentional choices, clear boundaries, and visible value help you build momentum without burning out. We walk through practical ways to invite aspirations on your team—how to ask for the pitch, set honest expectations, and coach without overpromising. You’ll hear why sponsorship and recognition go far beyond pats on the back, and how to tie “above and beyond” to outcomes leaders actually track. We also share tools to make impact visible in the right rooms, turning quiet execution into credible evidence that earns trust and opens doors. Real growth isn’t linear. We normalize the long arc, show how foundations beat “overnight success,” and offer a pacing plan that balances ambition with readiness. You’ll get scripts for saying no to misaligned work, tactics for proposing stretch projects you can win, and a simple skill builder that maps energy vs. drain so you can design weeks that compound strengths. By the end, you’ll have a clearer path to lead others and yourself with intention, visibility, and resilience—so when opportunity knocks, you’re not only ready to answer, you’re ready to deliver. If this conversation sparked ideas, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s ready to grow, and leave a quick review to help others find us. Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    17분
  6. No More Autopilot: Claim Your Leadership Agency — Tammy Daniels’ Story

    9월 30일

    No More Autopilot: Claim Your Leadership Agency — Tammy Daniels’ Story

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. What happens when you finally take control of your career? Tammy Daniels' story reveals how one pivotal decision transformed her professional trajectory and personal understanding. After years of following the work at established law firms, Tammy found herself at a crossroads. The legal work had become "mundane and perfunctory," leaving her in a state of complacency. When faced with yet another firm transition, she made an unexpected choice: starting her own practice. This decision marked the first time she exercised true agency over her career path. The journey wasn't straightforward. A brief partnership dissolved after 18 months, leaving Tammy truly solo. Financial uncertainty loomed, and her personal life underwent significant changes as her marriage ended shortly after her career shift. Yet these challenges revealed crucial insights about herself: she could be decisively confident, she needed different types of support than she'd initially recognized, and she possessed the resilience to create her own professional destiny. Today, as CEO of the Detroit Land Bank, Tammy brings these hard-won lessons to her leadership approach. She emphasizes to her team what experience taught her: "Opportunities come when they see you excel and going above and beyond. They tap you because they see you doing it." She encourages team members to demonstrate excellence rather than waiting for recognition, while creating space for them to articulate their career aspirations. Tammy's story illuminates the transformative power of taking control of your professional journey. Whether you're contemplating a career pivot or seeking more fulfillment in your current role, her experience offers valuable guidance for navigating uncertainty with confidence and purpose. Listen now to discover how embracing career agency might change everything. Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    57분

  7. 9월 23일

    Layoffs and Job Hugging: Leading Through Uncertainty

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. Layoffs shatter our sense of security and challenge our professional identity in profound ways. Whether you've just received the news, survived while colleagues departed, or sense the anxiety of possible workforce reductions, this episode offers crucial guidance for navigating before, during, and after these difficult transitions. The shock of job loss often comes with confusion about what happened and what it means about your value. Let's be crystal clear: being laid off is fundamentally different from being fired. You didn't do anything wrong—the business made a decision that affected your employment. Understanding this distinction is your first step toward reclaiming your professional confidence. I share practical advice for the day notification happens, from what to do with separation paperwork to managing your emotional response. But beyond these immediate concerns, I explore how to process the complex emotions that follow—anger, confusion, resentment, and sometimes unexpected relief—so they don't sabotage your next opportunity. The Japanese concept of ikigai offers a framework for reassessing what truly matters in your next career move. For those still employed but feeling the weight of "survivor's guilt" or practicing "job hugging" out of fear, I offer strategies to maintain professional growth while acknowledging these natural responses. The counterintuitive advice to "always be looking" keeps your interview skills sharp and provides perspective on your current role—sometimes revealing that the grass isn't always greener elsewhere. Remember that resilience isn't about avoiding loss but preparing for it with strength and clarity. Your employment status may change, but your identity and worth remain constant. How will you transform this challenge into wisdom that shapes not just your next career move, but how you show up as a leader in all aspects of your life? Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    25분
  8. Redefining Success After a Layoff — Steve Jaffe’s Story

    9월 16일

    Redefining Success After a Layoff — Steve Jaffe’s Story

    Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. When the rug is pulled out from under your career, what comes next? Steve Jaffe knows this disorienting experience all too well. After weathering four layoffs across his 25-year marketing career, he's transformed from someone devastated by job loss to someone who "sails right through it like water off a duck's back." Steve's journey reveals a profound truth about career disruptions: they're detours, not roadblocks. "The layoff experience will change you," he explains, "and it's up to you how it changes you." This perspective shift didn't happen overnight. His first layoff in 2001 left him unemployed for 18 months, wrestling with shame and isolation. By his fourth, he'd developed the resilience, self-care practices, and mindset to navigate the transition with grace. The biggest revelation? Letting go of the "myth of meritocracy" – the belief that hard work guarantees success. When you understand layoffs as business decisions rather than personal failures, the shame dissolves. This emotional freedom allows you to engage with your network precisely when you need community support most. Steve shares the essential self-care foundations that helped him build resilience: nutritious eating, regular exercise, adequate sleep, limiting alcohol, practicing gratitude, and simple meditation. What began as Steve's personal journey has evolved into a mission to help others transform career setbacks into opportunities for self-discovery. His book "The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery" guides readers through the stages of grief after job loss while offering practical tools for navigating the emotional terrain with dignity and purpose. The ultimate message? This difficult chapter doesn't define your entire story – it simply presents an opportunity to write the next one with greater clarity and intention. Ready to transform your own career setback into an opportunity for growth? Listen now to discover how you can navigate transitions with resilience and emerge stronger on the other side. Connect with Steve Jaffe TheSteveJaffe.com | Linkedin | Substack | Instagram Connect with Beki on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/BekiFraser Learn more about her coaching: TheIntrovertedSkeptic.com Follow Short Story Long's LinkedIn Page: Linkedin.com/showcase/shortstorylongpod Get her book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U.: The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership - Amazon Short Story Long is produced by Crowned Culture Media LLC

    44분
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Short Story Long shares life-changing stories of growth, resilience, and reinvention from leaders, coaches, and everyday people navigating pivotal turning points. Hosted by leadership coach Beki Fraser, each episode explores the moments that shaped someone's path and the lessons we can all learn. Every other week, Beki follows up with a Skill Builder episode that breaks down insights from the previous story into practical tools, reflection prompts, and leadership actions. Whether you're building a business, transitioning into a new career, or learning to lead with greater purpose, this podcast offers real stories and practical strategies to help you grow. New episodes every other week.

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