Discovering your "Ikigai" with Pitch Alchemist, Donna Griffit

In this engaging conversation, Jessica Carisse and Donna Griffit explore the concept of Ikigai, the importance of storytelling in business, and the journey of personal and professional growth. They discuss the significance of embracing change, maintaining a positive mindset, and overcoming limiting beliefs. Donna shares insights from her life as a corporate storyteller and entrepreneur, emphasizing the value of connection, proactivity, and self-discovery in achieving success and fulfillment. In this conversation, the speakers explore themes of transformation, timing, and personal growth through various life experiences. They discuss the influence of literature, the importance of making decisions aligned with one's values, and the role of external circumstances in shaping one's path. The conversation emphasizes the significance of resilience, adaptability, and the interplay between luck and hard work in achieving success. The speakers also share insights on navigating pivots in life and the importance of listening to one's intuition amidst external voices.Biography:DONNA GRIFFIT, World Renowned Corporate Storyteller, Pitch Alchemist, and Best-Selling Author of “Sticking to My Story” – The Alchemy of Storytelling for Startups. Donna has worked globally for 2 decades in over 30 countries with Fortune 500 companies, startups, and investors in a wide variety of industries, helping them create, edit, and deliver powerful presentations, pitches, and messages. She magically spins raw data into compelling stories that captivate audiences and drive results. Through her guidance, clients have raised over $2 Billion. Donna is also a Communication Coach for Stanford's Graduate School of Business, helping the leaders of tomorrow become stellar communicators. For more info: donnagriffit.com