Stories With Traction

SHOW NOTES: PODCAST SERIES: This is part of an FAQ series where Claire and Matt discuss strategic storytelling.Next episode in the series: Storytelling FAQ Episode #3PODCAST SUMMARY: This conversation was recorded in person in Spokane, Washington, with Claire Davis.  Claire and Matt discuss concepts on how you can be a great storyteller. CLAIRE DAVIS BIO: Claire is a branding consultant who helps people write stories.  The Stories With Traction podcast wouldn’t exist if it weren't for her.  Claire has been one of the most influential individuals when it comes to marketing, crafting messages, and getting stories to connect with an audience. For more info, check out Claire HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry. Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact. For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: In this episode, Dr. Anthony Lee and Matt Zaun discuss what makes someone a leader of leaders. DR. ANTHONY LEE BIO: Dr. Lee is the President and CEO of Westcliff University and has led the institution through incredible growth for the last 16 years. Under his leadership, each of Westcliff’s colleges has experienced commendable progress as they continue to welcome some of their strongest and largest incoming classes.As a distinguished leader with a demonstrated history of excellence, Dr. Lee is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of higher education. His visionary outlook has been significantly influenced by his outstanding educational background: He holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership specializing in higher education administration from the prestigious University of Southern California Rossier School of Education. Additionally, he possesses a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles Anderson School of Management, where he focused on strategy and entrepreneurship. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in economics from the University of California, Irvine.Dr. Lee is in high demand as a speaker at conferences and seminars across the nation and is a two-time nominee for the esteemed Orange County Business Journal Innovator of the Year award.His leadership has made a profound impact on students and faculty around the world, solidifying Westcliff’s status as a global higher education leader. His unwavering commitment to fostering equitable access to education for all exemplifies his philanthropic spirit and deep dedication to community engagement.For more info on Dr. Lee:LinkedInWebsiteMATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: In this episode, Matt Zinman and Matt Zaun talk about how to retain top talent by focusing on beating burnout in an organization.MATT ZINMAN BIO: Matt is the founder and CEO of ZU Publishing, INC., author of Z-isms (Insights to Live By), and a speaker who focuses on beating burnout. For more info on Matt, check out his website HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: In this episode, Evan Sparks and Matt Zaun talk about CRG, executive search, and the future of work.EVAN SPARKS: Evan is the Director of National Search at CRG. For more info: Website and LinkedInMATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES: PODCAST SERIES: This is part of an FAQ series where Claire and Matt discuss strategic storytelling.Next episode in the series: Storytelling FAQ Episode #2PODCAST SUMMARY: This conversation was recorded in person in Spokane, Washington, with Claire Davis.  Claire and Matt discuss concepts on how you can be a great storyteller. CLAIRE DAVIS BIO: Claire is a branding consultant who helps people write stories.  The Stories With Traction podcast wouldn’t exist if it weren't for her.  Claire has been one of the most influential individuals when it comes to marketing, crafting messages, and getting stories to connect with an audience. For more info, check out Claire HERE. MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry. Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact. For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.

Dr. Anthony Lee, President and CEO of Westcliff University, and Matt Zaun discuss the founding of Westcliff University and Dr. Lee's leadership skills. They cover topics like taking over a university, the power of perseverance, and innovative approaches to supporting international students.

In this episode, Matt Zaun, an award-winning speaker and storyteller, is interviewed by Lyndsay Dowd on the Heartbeat For Hire podcast. They discuss Matt's journey in storytelling, the traits of successful leaders, the power of influence, inspiring others, legacy, optimism for the future, unity, understanding, and the art of storytelling.

EPISODES MENTIONED IN INTRO:Stories of LeadershipHow to Get Involved in Politics How to Build a Legacy How Hobbies Make You More Creative Strategic NetworkingSUMMARY: In this episode, Terence Farrell and Matt Zaun discuss how you can use strategic storytelling with intentionality in business to achieve your goals quickly.TERENCE FARRELL BIO: Terence served as a Chester County Commissioner for 12 years, and before that, he was the Recorder of Deeds for 8 years.  Today, he is the President of For Real Solutions, a consulting firm that brings value to its clients through leveraging Terence’s knowledge, experience, network, and creativity. Two of the major focuses for his business are on reducing healthcare costs for various organizations and mitigating loss in pension funds that occur because of fraud or other illegal activities.For more info, check out Terence HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:PODCAST SERIES: This is part of an FAQ series where Claire and Matt discuss strategic storytelling.Next episode in the series: Storytelling FAQ Episode #1PODCAST SUMMARY: This conversation was recorded in person in Spokane, Washington, with Claire Davis.  Claire and Matt discuss concepts on how you can be a great storyteller. CLAIRE DAVIS BIO: Claire is a branding consultant who helps people write stories.  The Stories With Traction podcast wouldn’t exist if it weren't for her.  Claire has been one of the most influential individuals when it comes to marketing, crafting messages, and getting stories to connect with an audience.For more info, check out Claire HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.

PODCAST EPISODE MENTIONED IN INTRO: The Storytelling SystemPODCAST SUMMARY: In this episode, Claire Davis and Matt Zaun talk about “content buckets” and ideas for story prompts.CLAIRE DAVIS BIO: Claire is a branding consultant that helps people write their stories.  If it wasn’t for her, the Stories With Traction podcast wouldn’t exist.  Claire has been one of the most influential individuals when it comes to marketing, crafting messages, and getting stories to connect with an audience.For more info, check out Claire here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairemdavis/https://www.tractionresume.com/MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.