Want to discover how mastering storytelling can transform your communication, confidence, and career? This episode will show you how to unlock the storyteller within.
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Philipp Humm, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and expert storytelling coach. Philipp shares his journey from corporate life at Uber and Bain to embracing his passion for storytelling. He reveals practical techniques from his books, including The Storytelling Method and Public Speaking with Confidence, and discusses his latest release, Storytelling for Business. Together, Eric and Philipp explore how storytelling can make communication unforgettable, build emotional connection, overcome fear, and even reshape your personal narrative.
Key Takeaways:
→ Storytelling is an innate human ability that can be unlocked quickly with the right techniques.
→ Specificity—zooming into vivid moments and emotions—makes stories unforgettable.
→ Constructive embarrassment is a powerful tool to build confidence and reduce fear of judgment.
→ AI can be a powerful ally in refining personal stories and building a story bank for talks and presentations.
→ The real challenge is not just technical skill, but overcoming internal battles like impatience and self-doubt to fully step into your authentic voice.
More from Philipp Humm:
Philipp Humm is a former Uber product manager turned storytelling coach and TEDx speaker. His mission is to make storytelling accessible for business professionals and individuals seeking greater impact. He is the bestselling author of The Storytelling Method, Public Speaking with Confidence, and Storytelling for Business. Philipp’s work is deeply rooted in helping people connect, persuade, and lead more effectively through the power of authentic storytelling.
Find Philipp here:

YouTube: Philipp Humm YouTube
LinkedIn: Philipp Humm LinkedIn
Books: Available on Amazon (The Storytelling Method, Public Speaking with Confidence, Storytelling for Business)

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