Finding Meaning & Service through Storytelling with Melissa Wiley

Finding Meaning & Service through Storytelling with Melissa WileyIn today’s episode, Jeanie is joined by Melissa Wiley. Melissa is in her own words, a sturdy soul, and you will be moved by her story and her gift for bringing forth the beauty and soul in others. Melissa is a leader, and she has dedicated her life to public service. Her capacity for self love, for strength, for courage and transformation is so inspiring in this conversation. Melissa shares what she sees as the barriers to innovation, and more importantly, the world she is working every day to. Melissa is here to change how we look at each other and what we can do to be kinder, more accepting of all of our beautiful idiosyncrasies.Melissa’s passion is to bring joy, data, and innovation to outdated, bureaucratic systems and to grow high performing public service teams. She values learning, relationships, and delivering results. Her mission is to bring nobility back to public service by unearthing and fostering the potential in others. She excels in overcoming adversity and managing through complex challenges and is known for building resilient and capable teams. She does this by listening to the stories of others and offering the love and support needed to help others find a more authentic and enriched version of themselves. She believes that “When we find our true selves, we can start to build authentic connections with others, and in turn, deliver organizational magic”.Get ready to be moved by the words and the wisdom of Melissa Wiley. Enjoy.3:03 Introduction to Melissa 5:13 Why Melissa decided to pursue a career in government. 9:01 Melissa’s revelation that the biggest barriers to innovation are ourselves. 12:14 The power of storytelling. 14:52 Melissa shares her personal story of being attacked by dogs at age 5 and how her facial disfigurement affected her throughout life. 25:57 How Melissa began practicing courage to step into her calling of speaking to middle and highschool students.31:53 Melissa’s new role as deputy town administrator.36:06 What Melissa is currently working towards. 38:37 The people in Melissa’s life that keep her accountable with her goals. 42:44 Melissa shares what it looks like for her to be her best self. Connect with MelissaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-field-wiley-84341279/ Subscribe: Warriors At Work PodcastsWebsite: Jeaniecoomber.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/986666321719033/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanie_coomber/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeanie_coomberLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanie-coomber-90973b4/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbMZ2HyNNyPoeCSqKClBC_w