S12 E29 One Million Cups RVA with Gayle Turner & John Marin

"1 Million Cups is a national organization that focuses on breaking down barriers and supporting entrepreneurs. With over 375 entrepreneurs presenting and 10,000 people benefiting from the Richmond, VA chapter, you never know who you're going to meet and what kind of conversation will come out of it." The objective is to become a person worth listening to so that you can initiate sustainable change and inspire commitment beyond just compliance. This episode's message is about the power of storytelling to impact behavior and how it has transformed the life of Gayle Turner, a successful entrepreneur who has run various businesses and even became an internet guru.  You need to know that Gayle Turner has a rich entrepreneurial background, having started his first business at a young age, producing plays and working in the entertainment industry, construction, hospitality, advertising, and consulting. He also shares the power of branding and how it can help open or close doors. To be a successful entrepreneur, you need to have the courage to take risks and pivot when necessary. You also need to focus on building a brand that represents who you are and what you stand for. And, of course, attend 1 Million Cups events to network, learn from others, and get feedback to overcome business hurdles. Take action by attending 1 Million Cups events near you or online and applying the lessons from Gayle Turner's entrepreneurial journey to your own. Build your brand, take risks, and never stop learning and growing. Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/  If you'd like to explore how clarifying your organization's stories and sharing the stories that exemplify those values can improve performance click here and schedule a time to talk with Gayle.