Storytelling That Turns Small Talk Into Trust
From The Kindness Matters Podcast by Mike
May 7, 2026 · 35 min
About this episode
The episode discusses how storytelling can enhance trust and leadership in the workplace.
Send us Fan Mail Silence can feel like a conversation killer, but what if it’s the fastest path to trust? We sit down with John Nepper, a speaker, educator, and leadership trainer with 35+ years of experience, to unpack a practical approach to kindness and leadership that works in real workplaces, not just on posters. We talk about why storytelling in leadership matters, how small talk becomes meaningful when you’re intentional, and what John calls the Story Formula for Extraordinary Retenti...
People in this episode
Host: Mike
Guest: John Nepper
Topics covered
- storytelling
- leadership
- trust
- kindness
- small talk
- workplace culture
Keywords
- storytelling
- trust
- leadership
- kindness
- small talk
- workplace
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