{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Claim Your Voice: The Power of Storytelling, Communication, and Courage with Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson, author, speaker, and leadership expert (S11: Epi 309)","description":"In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson, CEO &amp;amp; Chief Communications Officer with Heartwood Leadership Institute, whose fascinating career has been anything but linear. From helping launch the Creative Writing at the Bedside program at Mayo Clinic to designing leadership programs focused on communication and resilience, Jacquelyn has built a career around the power of storytelling and helping others find their voice. As the author of 14 books, Jacquelyn understands that your story is one of your most powerful communication tools. She encourages us to embrace curiosity, recognize where fear holds us back, and find the courage to share our ideas with the world.  In this inspiring conversation, discover: Why storytelling is an essential leadership and communication skill. How to claim your voice and spark curiosity in your audience. Why understanding your fears can help you move beyond them. How a nonlinear career can lead to unexpected opportunities and meaningful impact.  Jacquelyn also shares her exciting Gateway Gathering &amp;amp; Pitch Fest, an experience designed to help aspiring thought leaders strengthen their messages, gain visibility, and pitch their ideas to industry decision-makers. Your voice matters. Your story matters. Don't let fear keep either one from being heard. Learn more about Jacquelyn and upcoming Gateway Gathering &amp;amp; Pitch Fest opportunities at www.gateway-project.com. &amp;nbsp;  ABOUT JACQUELYN FLETCHER JOHNSON:  LinkedIn \u2013  Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson  Website \u2013 Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson   Substack \u2013 Jacquelyn Fletcher JohnsonPodcast \u2013 Ideas Love Community  The Gateway Gathering and Pitch Fest Virtual: February 2027 In Person: October 2027 &amp;nbsp;   ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS:   Website -  Sweet but Fearless   LinkedIn -  Sweet but Fearless ","author_name":"Sweet but Fearless Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/sweetbutfearless.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/43466374\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/43466374"}