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StoryClicksDr. Funke Afolabi-Brown—Sleep Physician & Author of Beyond TiredSend us a textWhat if the key to better focus, stronger relationships, and sustainable success isn’t working harder — but sleeping better?In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, a board-certified sleep physician and author of Beyond Tired. We explore the hidden costs of burnout, the myths we believe about rest, and how to reclaim sleep as a foundation for a thriving life.Topics we cover:Why high-achievers burn out — and how to stop itCommon sleep myths (like “I’m fine on 6 hours”)Snoring, sleep apnea, and when to get checked...2025-05-1432 minStoryClicksLionel Cartwright—A Nashville Country Artist’s Guide to Creating from Your True SelfSend us a textWhat happens when you reach success—but it leaves you disconnected from the very reason you started?For Lionel Cartwright, it meant returning to something deeper—his creative identity beyond the charts, the crowds, and the constant market pressure to chase trends.In this episode, Māris sits down with the Nashville country artist to explore what it truly means to create from your true self—especially after reaching the top. With a career that includes Billboard-charting hits, national tours, and composing for television, Lionel shares what unfolds...2025-05-0751 minStoryClicksAnnie Figenshu—Gamify Your Social Media and Tame the Content MonsterSend us a textEver feel like content creation is taking over your life?Whether you’re a solopreneur, freelancer, or running a small business — staying consistent with content can be exhausting.But what if creating content felt more like a game than a grind?In this episode, I sit down with Annie Figenshu, author of Simple Social Media, to explore how to gamify your content creation — and build a strategy that works without burning you out.We cover:A fun di...2025-04-3042 minStoryClicksMatthew Odmark—Creativity, Identity, and the Journey with Jars of ClaySend us a textToday, I’m joined by Matthew Odmark—a guitarist, songwriter, producer, and creative mentor based in Nashville.Matt is a member of the Grammy-winning band Jars of Clay, who’ve released twelve albums over a career spanning more than two decades.🎙️ In this episode, we explore:What Matt enjoys about producing music todayHis relationship with Jars of Clay nowThe trade-offs that come with successHow his songwriting evolved over 20 yearsWhat makes a song emotionally powerfulHow faith shaped—and was shaped by—his workHis advice for creating work t...2025-04-231h 08StoryClicksDavid Brown — How to Make Empowering Choices in Difficult SituationsSend us a textToday, we’re exploring how to make good choices in difficult situations.Sometimes we find ourselves in moments that feel overwhelming—when it’s hard to know what to do, or even where to start.So how do we make empowering choices—ones that aren’t reactive, fear-based, or forced?That’s exactly what today’s episode is about.David Brown is an embodied leadership coach—and yes, also a 4th-degree black belt in karate.He’s the creator of the Sovereign Leader...2025-04-1640 minStoryClicksBest Moments of Season 1 (Part 2): Highlights from Our GuestsSend us a textIn this second part of our special season recap, host Māris Prindulis revisits the best moments from the remaining six episodes of the StoryClicks podcast. This episode is packed with insightful conversations and practical takeaways from our incredible guests, covering topics like crafting compelling PR strategies, leveraging personal storytelling, and using social media effectively.📌 Here’s what you’ll hear in Part 2:Jo Caruana shares the GOTHAM framework for crafting PR stories.Susan Payton on using 2025-02-2640 minStoryClicksBest Moments of Season 1 (Part 1): Conversations with Our First Six GuestsSend us a textIn this first part of our special season recap, host Māris Prindulis and cohost Dale Connelly revisit the best moments from the first six episodes of the StoryClicks podcast. This episode features standout insights and actionable advice from our incredible guests, offering a fresh perspective on the highlights of the season.📌 Here’s what you’ll hear in Part 1:Dale Connelly shares his five energy-boosting tips for showing up as your best self.Bernie J. Mitchell reveals what to consider when joining or creating...2025-01-2245 minStoryClicksMarius Wenneson—Break Through Creative Blocks Using the 100 List and SCAMPER MethodSend us a textEver feel stuck when you're trying to come up with creative ideas—like finding the right brand name or solving a project problem? You’re not alone! In this episode, I sit down with Marius Wenneson, a Profit Architect and innovation strategist, to explore powerful strategies for unlocking your authentic creativity.We dive into practical tools like the 100 list for generating fresh ideas and the SCAMPER method to make those ideas even better. Marius shares his decades of experience helping businesses streamline operations, achieve sustainable growth, and overcome creative blocks....2024-09-1624 minStoryClicksDarren Ho—The Restored Leader: Effective Rest Strategies for a Balanced LifeSend us a textFeeling tired all the time? Instead of the usual advice to simply "get some rest," join us in this episode as we chat with leadership coach Darren Ho about finding a rest strategy that truly works for you. Darren, founder of The Restored Leader, shares his insights on how to recharge effectively and maintain energy for life's demands.We'll cover:The importance of being presentReflecting on your needsFinding joy in the realization that our lives are not solely about usConnecting rest with core valuesAnd mo...2024-06-2842 minStoryClicksAnnie Schiffmann—Simple Social Media Book: Tips for Beating Burnout and Boosting GrowthSend us a textEver feel like you're running out of steam trying to keep up with social media engagement? Join us in this episode as we chat with Annie Schiffmann, author of "Simple Social Media," about practical ways to tackle social media burnout and keep your channels buzzing.We'll cover:Strategies for managing social media for your business.Setting up effective business goals for your social media efforts.Who to engage with and follow.Tips for staying consistent.Time management for social media.Choosing the right platforms for your company.And more!2024-03-2029 minStoryClicksKatie Lantukh—How to Effectively Communicate Your Values to Attract the Right-Fit CustomersSend us a textDo you struggle to differentiate from your competition? Or start a client relationship with whom you share the same values? How would your business benefit from more right-fit customers?Today's guest has found a beautiful way to stand out - be yourself! Showcasing the values you and your company embody will help you always attract the right-fit customers. In our conversation today with Katie Lantukh, we will talk about how your marketing content is a great place to showcase those values.Katie Lantukh is the fo...2024-01-3126 minStoryClicksSusan Payton—How to Craft Personal Stories to Grow Your BusinessSend us a textHave you heard it said that stories cut through the noise? Or that stories are 22 times easier to remember than facts? But how do you use this magical tool in your business? Today, I'll be talking with Susan, the book Business of Stories author. Susan Payton is a story strategist, copywriter, messaging geek, coach, consultant, and author of The Business of Stories.Described as a “game-changing” framework, her simple yet powerful process helps entrepreneurs and marketers craft stories and narratives that launch businesses, build brands, and create raving fans.2024-01-0753 min