{Guest} From Data to Story: How to Harness Your X Factor for Leadership Success with Yamini Naidu

In this episode of the Made For More Podcast, host Ally Nitschke talks with Yamini Naidu, an internationally recognised speaker, author, and expert in storytelling and corporate communication.

Yamini shares her fascinating journey from working as an economist to discovering the power of storytelling as a tool for influence and connection. She reflects on her move to Australia in the 1990s, her love for Melbourne (especially the Hawthorn community), and her experiences navigating corporate life.

A pivotal moment in Yamini’s career came when she discovered “The Leader’s Guide to Storytelling” by Stephen Denning. A book that inspired her to blend data with emotion and transform the way leaders communicate.

Join Ally and Yamini for an insightful conversation on how storytelling can elevate leadership, strengthen influence, and create lasting impact in the workplace and beyond.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:12] Storytelling in business.

[00:04:20] Data and storytelling integration.

[00:10:17] X Factor potential and expression.

[00:11:14] Hyper-personal identity transformation.

[00:15:18] The power of X Factor.

[00:19:07] Crafting unique personal statements.

[00:25:04] X Factor as personal identity.

[00:28:23] River swimming and creativity.

[00:31:18] Let go of expectations.

[00:33:21] Last words of gratitude.

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