Episode 20: When to Tell Your Story – with Lori Wilson-Hudson
In this episode of the I AM Self-ish podcast, host Will Wright sits down with Lori Wilson-Hudson, a leadership coach and certified story alchemist, for a powerful and heart-centered conversation about authenticity, storytelling, and the courage it takes to lead from within.
Lori shares how her journey from recovering people-pleaser and hyper-achiever to bold leadership coach shaped her mission to help women—especially in healthcare and mission-driven roles—embrace their truth and lead with clarity and confidence. They explore the power of storytelling as a leadership tool, when and how to share your story, and why vulnerability is often the gateway to trust and transformation.
This episode is a timely reminder that your story isn’t too much—it’s your magic. And knowing when to tell it can unlock connection, healing, and powerful leadership.
Takeaways:
You don’t have to be “ready” to tell your story—you just have to be real.
Storytelling isn’t self-indulgent—it’s how we lead, connect, and inspire.
Authenticity in leadership starts with letting go of perfection.
Self-care, boundaries, and emotional clarity are leadership essentials, not extras.
Your quirks, contradictions, and “Did I just say that?” moments are your gold.
About Lori Wilson-Hudson:
Lori Wilson-Hudson is a leadership coach, truth-teller, and certified story alchemist helping women leaders gain the clarity and confidence to lead boldly and live joyfully. With over 2,000 coaching sessions globally, she blends Positive Intelligence, Energy Leadership, and radical compassion to help her clients stop shrinking and start showing up—fully and unapologetically.
When she’s not coaching or creating her next workshop, you’ll find her walking barefoot in the grass, reflecting at her lake cabin, or laughing at something she probably shouldn’t have said out loud.
Connect with Lori Wilson-Hudson:
🌐 Website: EnergyExecutiveCoaching.com📘 LinkedIn: Lori Wilson-Hudson📸 Instagram: @EnergyExecutiveCoaching
Connect with Host Will Wright:
📧 Email: Will@iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will🌍 Website: www.iamself-ish.com
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is now the right time to tell my story?”—this episode will remind you that the world needs your voice, your truth, and your leadership. 🎙💬✨
