In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Bridget Cook-Burch about the impact of a good story. They discuss the importance of storytelling in organisations and shares the stories behind Bridget's best-selling books and how they have inspired people around the world. They ponder the power of storytelling and how it can be used to create a powerful impact in businesss. They also discuss the importance of telling authentic stories and how it can help to create a connection with an audience.  This is a fun and engaging conversation about inspired stories and the difference that they make in business. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. Bridget Cook-Burch is a highly respected expert in her field. Her clients call her 'The Book Whisperer'. She is a New York Times bestselling author, mentor, humanitarian, and speaker known for riverting, transformational stories, showcased on Oprah, Dateline, CNN, GMA, NPR and in People among others. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.  Judith's websites:  The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.