# Chief Story Officer

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Official site: https://chief-story-officer.captivate.fm
Author: Rob D. Willis
Episodes: 13

## Resource

Most leaders know storytelling matters. But can stories actually be strategic? On Chief Story Officer we talk to executives and thought leaders who know that the right story at the right time can shift strategy, align teams and transform businesses. Hosted by Rob D. Willis, a strategic story producer who's helped leaders at HelloFresh, Babbel, and Raisin craft compelling stories that make strategies stick, so teams live it and clients feel it. What You'll Discover: 🎯 Real world examples of stories shifting team direction, clarifying strategy or closing deals. 🧠 Strategic frameworks to think about storytelling as part of business strategy ⚡ Practical takeaways you can use in your next meeting, pitch, or all-hands 🎙️ Diverse perspectives from CEOs, strategists, and operators who've cracked the code on strategic storytelling This isn't about crafting perfect presentations or learning narrative tricks. It's about understanding how stories shape decisions, drive alignment, and create measurable business impact. Who This Is For: Chief Story Officer is built for executives, senior leaders, and strategic thinkers who know that communication is more than a soft skill. If you're responsible…

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## Episodes
- [From Brand Clarity to Team Buy-In: Park Howell on Narrative Leadership](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/from-brand-clarity-to-team-buy-in-park-howell-on-narrative-leadership) — 2026-06-05T04:00:00+00:00
- [How Great Leaders Inspire with Stories, Not Slides, Featuring Paul Smith](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/how-great-leaders-inspire-with-stories-not-slides-featuring-paul-smith) — 2026-05-22T04:00:00+00:00
- [Why Every Leader Needs Story Discovery Not Just Storytelling with Esther Choy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/why-every-leader-needs-story-discovery-not-just-storytelling-with-esther-choy) — 2026-05-08T04:00:00+00:00
- [Rethinking Storytelling: Folklore, Collaboration, and Decolonising the Business Narrative with Annette Simmons](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/rethinking-storytelling-folklore-collaboration-and-decolonising-the-business-narrative-with-annette-simmons) — 2026-04-24T04:00:00+00:00
- [The Magic of Metaphors: Simon Lancaster’s Guide to Transforming Boring Corporate Speeches](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/the-magic-of-metaphors-simon-lancaster-s-guide-to-transforming-boring-corporate-speeches) — 2026-04-10T04:00:00+00:00
- [Turning Small Stories into Big Strategy: Insights from Shawn Callahan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/turning-small-stories-into-big-strategy-insights-from-shawn-callahan) — 2026-03-27T04:00:00+00:00
- [The Red Thread of Relevance: Strategic Storytelling Lessons from Kendra Valentine](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/the-red-thread-of-relevance-strategic-storytelling-lessons-from-kendra-valentine) — 2026-03-13T04:00:00+00:00
- [Clear Communication Drives Change: Matt Armstrong-Barnes on Leadership, Stories, and AI](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/clear-communication-drives-change-matt-armstrong-barnes-on-leadership-stories-and-ai) — 2026-02-27T04:00:00+00:00
- [Why Executives Lose Deals: The Left Brain Trap](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/why-executives-lose-deals-the-left-brain-trap) — 2026-01-09T04:00:00+00:00
- [Why Personal Stories Sell Better Than Features](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/why-personal-stories-sell-better-than-features) — 2025-12-26T04:00:00+00:00
- [What "Be More Strategic" Actually Means (And How to Do It)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/what-be-more-strategic-actually-means-and-how-to-do-it) — 2025-12-12T04:00:00+00:00
- [The Chief Storytelling Officer: Why Every Company Needs a Story Guardian](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/the-chief-storytelling-officer-why-every-company-needs-a-story-guardian) — 2025-11-28T04:00:00+00:00
- [Trailer: Welcome to Chief Story Officer](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chief-story-officer-7582078/trailer-welcome-to-chief-story-officer) — 2025-11-14T04:00:00+00:00

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