The chapter shares the story of turning down Elvis Presley's request to use 'I Will Always Love You' for a reminder about the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing personal and family interests over famous opportunities in the entertainment business.
This episode is proof that dreams do come true! I get to talk to Dolly Parton about love, empathy, and the power of truth-telling. We talk about everything from her new book, Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics, and songwriting to the challenges of leading organizations and Burt Reynolds. It’s amazing to me how Dolly’s songwriting and storytelling seem to be driven by a deep calling to turn toward pain and heartbreak so she can shine a light for all of us to find our way.