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$Outlier\'s Edge Podcast with Niiamah Ashong$ Outlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongCreate Impact By Being Uniquely You | Dr. Sarah Larsen, Sushmitha Vijayakumar, Nicholas Ovalle, Travis Knowlton | Ep 665Every breath is a miracle, and every person that is before you is a divine appointment" - Dr. Sarah LarsenJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Dr. Sarah Larsen @drsarahlarsen, Sushmitha Vijayakumar @entailingtales, Nicholas Ovalle @nick_ovalle, and Travis Knowlton @knowltontravis as they dive deep into authentic leadership and personal transformation. Experience raw conversations about overcoming failure and finding purpose in unexpected places.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers...2025-03-0944 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleWhy Organizations Don’t Learn (and What to Do About It) | Story Better Podcast🚀 Organizations talk a big game about innovation, but let’s be real—most of them are stuck making the same mistakes over and over. So why do companies (even smart ones) fail to learn? In this episode, we break down an HBR article on the four biases that keep organizations stuck. 💡 But we’re not just here to diagnose the problem—we’ve got solutions. I’ll be pulling insights from Reset by Dan Heath (because hitting the reset button should be a company-wide habit, not a last resort) and Slow Productivity by Cal Newport (because frantic busyness ≠ actual progress). 2025-02-1130 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleA Slice of Life & The Hero’s Journey | The Story Better PodcastEver wonder why some movies hit you right in the feels while others barely graze the surface? In this episode of The Story Better Podcast, we take a look at the world of slice-of-life movies—the ones that sneak up on you with their quiet brilliance and unforgettable characters. We break down the highs, the lows, and the midlife crises of fictional heroes so relatable that they might as well be you (or your buddy Mark, who still hasn’t figured out how to parallel park). From The Secret Life of Walter Mitty to Pixar's deepest cut, we d...2025-01-2031 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle7 Philosophies For A New You | Story Better Podcast🎙️ In this episode, we dive deep into seven transformative philosophies to live out in 2025. From embracing life's shadows to building meaningful communities, this conversation is packed with insights to help you grow, connect, and thrive. ✨ What You'll Learn: Why acknowledging the "dark side" is key to authenticity. How anxiety signals unprocessed pain and life's limitations—and what to do about it. The transformative power of pain: how to heal instead of harm. Truth vs. "bull cookies": navigating integrity in a noisy world. Rethinking work: intrinsic value over late-stage capitalist pressures. Building horizontal relationships for stronger, more supportiv...2025-01-0232 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleFeedback and Future You: Building Better Narratives | StoryHacker PodcastWhat if the key to a better future is hidden in the stories you tell yourself today? In this episode of The Story Hacker Podcast, we embark on a bold journey into the depths of feedback—both the kind we crave and the kind we avoid—and its transformative power to shape our future selves. Together, we’ll explore how healing our unhealthy egos and rewriting our internal narratives can lead to better decisions, richer connections, and a future that feels more aligned with who we’re meant to be. This is the hard but thrilling work of confronting our blin...2024-12-1726 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle2024 Best of Books: Change Your Internal Narrative, Change Your LifeEver feel like the story you’re telling yourself is holding you back? 🌀 Well, it’s time to rewrite that narrative! In this episode of The Story Hacker Podcast, we’re diving into the Best Books of 2024 that can help you flip the script and craft a life worth living. These aren’t your typical self-help reads—they’re powerful, perspective-shifting, and packed with practical wisdom to help you: ✔️ Break old habits. ✔️ Build confidence. ✔️ Embrace creativity. ✔️ Find clarity in the chaos. 🎧 Episode Includes: 📖 The books that topped my list for changing the way you think, work, and live.2024-12-1229 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleFirefighters, Enables & Dirty Delegation at Work | Story Hacker PodcastIn this episode of The Story Hacker Podcast, "Firefighters, Endables, and Dirty Delegation," we confront the toxic leadership behaviors that quietly poison organizations. From relentless micromanaging to enabling destructive habits and passing off blame through dirty delegation, we uncover how these patterns erode trust, stifle growth, and leave teams burned out. But there’s hope. Using the powerful RAIN method, we’ll explore how to break free from these cycles and integrate a more compassionate, intentional approach to leadership and work-life harmony. It’s time to rewrite your story—and lead with purpose.2024-11-1532 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleThe Death of Productivity | Story Hacker PodcastIn this episode of The Story Hacker Podcast, titled "The Death of Productivity," we explore 4,000 Weeks by Oliver Burkeman to uncover why relentless productivity might be sabotaging your well-being. We dive into how a life without margin leaves us tired, toxic, and frustrated—and what we can do to reclaim our time and energy. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the push to do more, tune in to rethink productivity and find a healthier, more sustainable pace.2024-11-0422 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleThe Goldilocks Effect, Flow State and Your Unfair Advantage"On today's episode of The Story Hacker Podcast, we dive into 'The Goldilocks Effect, Flow State, and Your Unfair Advantage.' Using insights from Atomic Habits by James Clear and Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, we explore how to tap into your internal narrative and unlock the unique advantage that sets you apart in life. Get ready to discover what happens when effort meets just the right challenge!" Story Mode 90: https://storybetter.co Reading List: Amazon Storefront 2024-10-2527 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleDescending The Corporate Ladder | StoryBetter At Work Pt. 2Today's episode of The Story Hacker Podcast is all about 'Descending The Corporate Ladder.' We explore how childhood stories, somatic integration, and three groundbreaking business books Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman, Garden City by John Mark Comer, and Slow Productivity by Cal Newport—can help you find a better story at work. Tune in to rethink the way you approach career, purpose, and productivity!" Notes on Farberization: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Ferber Luther Emmett Teal: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luther_Emmett_Holt Still Face Study: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blo...2024-10-0932 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleStoryBetter At Work | StoryHacker PodcastIn this episode, we explore how storytelling can enhance your performance and satisfaction at work by tapping into key insights from groundbreaking books. We dive into Drive by Daniel Pink to understand what really motivates us to excel beyond the paycheck. Then, using principles from Atomic Habits by James Clear, we break down how small, consistent actions can lead to major improvements in your work habits and productivity. Lastly, we draw wisdom from Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman, learning how courageous leadership can transform not just your work but the entire culture around you. Join us as we...2024-09-1732 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleGoals, Bad Faith & Micro Self-Care | Story Hacker PodcastIn this episode, we dive into the nuanced intersection of setting goals, confronting bad faith within ourselves, and practicing micro self-care. We explore how striving for personal growth can sometimes be undermined by subconscious self-deception, where we pursue goals that don’t align with our true values. By recognizing these patterns, we can reclaim authenticity in our ambitions. Along the way, we discuss the power of micro self-care—small but meaningful habits that reinforce self-compassion and help sustain long-term success without burnout. This episode offers tools to transform personal aspirations with integrity and mindful self-maintenance.2024-09-0715 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleNihilism and Story Better Pt. 3 | Story Hacker PodcastIn this episode we dive into Story Better and how to combat Nihilism. You can watch the video podcast at https://youtu.be/tLr2TOTz2SA. Download the StoryMode 90 Day Challenge at https://storybetter.co 2024-08-1624 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleStoryBetter (part 2) - StoryHacker PodcastWelcome to Story Better, the podcast where narrative psychology meets personal growth. Join us as we explore the transformative power of storytelling to enhance your mind, body, and life narrative. Whether you're looking to reframe your personal story, improve mental wellness, or cultivate a healthier lifestyle, Story Better offers insights and practical tips to help you craft a better, more authentic story for yourself. Tune in for engaging discussions, expert interviews, and inspiring stories that empower you to become the hero of your own journey. Let's write a healthier, happier story together!2024-08-0129 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleStoryBetter Part 1 - The Story of DistractionIn this podcast we talk about your distraction and how to eliminate it and move towards a better story. Want to learn more? https://audibletrial.com/storyhackerpodcast for your free audible trial of suggested books. 2023-02-2120 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleThe Story of CreativityIn this podcast, we look at four principles that will help us stay creative even when we feel we don't have the juice!2021-03-1618 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleStaying Engaged to WinDo you ever feel distracted or unmotivated to finish tasks? In this podcast, we talk about an equation to help you determine how you can best stay motivated and engaged. 2021-03-1510 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleThe Four Enemies of StoryThis podcast is the re-recording of a talk I gave at a leadership summit in 2021. Hope you enjoy it. 2021-01-2721 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleControl Issues and Internal NarrativeIn this podcast, we talk about control issues and how to remedy them with confidence. 2020-05-0611 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleThe Curse Of Knowledge - 3 Tips on Building Better TeamsThanks you to Audible for sponsoring this podcast, check out http://audibletrial.com/storyhackerpodcast for a free audio book and 30 day trial of audible. In this podcast we discuss the curse of knowledge and building better teams with stories.2020-05-0113 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleGreat By Choice - 5 Things You Need in a PandemenicIn this podcast we story hack Jim Collin's Good to Great!2020-04-1517 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleUncharted Territory - Finding ConfidenceIn this podcast, we talk about why toilet paper is being purchased in mass amounts. How to find and be a guide for others and why internal narrative still matters in uncertain times. 2020-04-0219 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleStory Hacking InfluenceIn this podcast, we explore story hacks to grow your influence and hack the internal narrative to see better ways we can grow our currency for change. 2019-12-1029 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleMindset HacksGet the discussion guide at Nickovalle.com/14 2018-09-2913 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleTelling Sticky StoriesIn this podcast we look at the story presidential candidates tell, How Hollywood intentionally messes with your head and how you can get people to lean in when you speak.2018-08-3110 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleSeinfeld, Springer & MaguireIn this podcast we talk about being bored, finding some enemies and writing a manifesto. 2018-07-3115 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleThree Boxes of BeliefIn this podcast, we talk about Fundamentalism, deconstructivism and a narrative of empathy. 2018-07-1212 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#011: 3 Story Hacks to Reach Your GoalsToday we are talking about three sure fire ways to reach your goals. You may have heard me tell Jane McGonigals’ story before. On her way to finishing her PHD in Game Design Jane was in a major accident in 2009. A concussion left her with a lot of complications. She constantly had a headache, was fatigued, couldn’t read, type of look at a screen of any type. Jane fell into a depression because her life was put on halt. She physically couldn’t do what she loved and devoted her life to doing. Her outcome is astonishing. She used the principles...2016-11-0808 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle4 Tips for Character DevelopmentToday Episode is called "A simple formula for narrative: Four Tips for Character Development." In this episode we will talk about 4 quick tips for character development and three ways we can incorporate these tips across different disciplines. 2016-06-2409 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick OvalleA Conversation on ComplaintThis podcast was recorded at a talk I gave at a Church. Thanks for listening! 2016-05-2520 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#008: Empathy vs Limbic AbductionToday Episode is called "Empathy vs Limbic Abduction" We will be discussing: A Limbic Abduction and what that means Marketing to The Limbic System Empathy as an answer to conflict Quick disclaimer, I am not a medical professional and any methods, ideas discussed on this podcast are not intended to be a treatment for any medical or psychological ailment. 2016-05-1113 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#007: The Story of PainIn this episode we talk about the Story of Pain. Specifically we talk about what to do with our pain, a paradigm shift we should never make and how to listen. 2016-05-0612 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#006: The Story KillerThis is Episode #6 The Story Killer. In this podcast we talk about: heliocentricism, paradigm and singularity. We talk about Galileo's story and how the story of a black whole looks a whole lot our inner narrative. 2016-04-2910 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#005 Math To Live ByThis is Episode #5 Math to Live By In this podcast we talk about: What matters most. From Victor Frankl to the art only you can do. Today's podcast isn't fun but oh so helpful! 2016-04-2207 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#004:Flow Towards TensionThis is Episode #4 Flow Towards Tension: In this podcast we talk about: Kanye West’s hit Through The Wire The Japanese story hack for shifting paradigm The paradox that allows us to embrace happiness. 2016-04-2109 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#003: LoglineHey Friends, In this episode we talk about getting started in storytelling. The easiest way to get started is to create a logline. Loglines have helped people, organizations and stories define what they are about and why they exist. In this episode we talk about why you should have a logline and how to get started implementing them into your story. 2016-04-1406 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#002: Problem Solving LoopIn this podcast we talk about a pirate, our prefrontal cortex and reseting the problem solving loop. 2016-04-0809 min

The Story Better Podcast with Nick Ovalle#001: Story Solves ProblemsIn this podcast we talk about the tragic death that inspired an iconic american dream. Why storytelling works and three ways storytelling effects the brain. Learn about optimal state of learning, reality defining story and hacking the brains defense system, all in under 10 minutes. Check out my crowdfunding page for my book the StoryTelling Heart: http://bit.ly/TheStoryTellingHeart 2016-04-0414 min