Thanks for listening to our episode with Dr. Cheryl Robinson!
Dr. Cheryl Robinson is an international speaker, founder of Creative Renegade Media, a doctor of education in organizational leadership and a regular contributor at ForbesWomen.
We dive into Cheryl’s podcast, 'Embrace the Pivot,' where she shares why confidence, taking risks, and building a strong network are game-changers for career pivots. Cheryl also gets personal, opening up about her health challenges and the power of authentic storytelling.
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Episode Breakdown:
- 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
- 01:06 Career Journey and Early Beginnings
- 02:23 Starting a Media Company and Forbes Contribution
- 09:07 Embrace the Pivot and Podcast Insights
- 14:30 Interviewing Techniques and Challenges
- 23:09 The Importance of Uniqueness in Pitches
- 24:33 Handling Misleading Pitches
- 25:25 Challenges in Conducting Interviews
- 27:08 The Problem with Jargon in Pitches and Interviews
- 28:13 Spotting Authenticity in Stories
- 28:44 Understanding Advertorials
- 32:03 Memorable Interviews
- 35:09 Personal Health Struggles and Advocacy
- 39:19 The Power of Vulnerability in Storytelling
- 41:55 A Unique Ghostly Experience
- 44:37 Final Thoughts on Storytelling
45:37 Closing Remarks and How to Stay Connected