Podcast by Kate Hooper
The StrategyStory Podcast
We’re a podcast bringing you cutting edge thoughts and real world stories to help you develop your strategy and communications.
The StrategyStory Podcast
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23 July 2025
Masterclass: Making Conversations Matter - The Art of Facilitation
Do you want to master the art of facilitation?
Learn how to turn challenging group dynamics into productive, meaningful conversations that drive real organisational change with Kate Hooper and Professor Donald MacLean.
Drawing from decades of experience, Kate and Donald share personal stories and practical insights that will transform how you approach group interactions.
Whether you're a leader, manager, or team member, this mini-masterclass will equip you with the tools to facilitate conversations that matter.
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17 July 2025
Dave Hall - "The UK's Most Energetic Boss"
Want to unlock some breakthrough thinking in your business? Join Kate and "The UK's Most Energetic Boss" in the latest StrategyStory podcast.
Dave Hall is the founder of the Ideas Centre and a master of unlocking creativity in organisations.
As an engineer and scientist, he's developed groundbreaking techniques that help businesses break free from "the world of what is, and step into the world of what if".
Kate and Dave share how storytelling and creative methods (like Dave's unforgettable "Bob the Communication Fish") drive imagination and fun to transform workplace culture and stimulate "breakthrough thinking".
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11 July 2025
Masterclass: Dynamic Capabilities - How adaptability can help your business stay ahead
Would you like to "seize the day" in your business but find it all feels a bit 'stuck'?
In today's rapidly changing business landscape, the traditional notion of strategy is out of date. New times need new approaches.
Join Kate Hooper and Professor Donald MacLean in this StrategyStory Mini-Masterclass as they unpack the concept of 'Dynamic Capabilities'. What on earth does that mean? Well in 10 minutes, discover how successful businesses:
- Continuously scan the environment for emerging trends
- Make rapid, informed decisions
- Transform organisational structures to stay ahead of the curve
Strategy, leadership, storytelling, and communications... key concepts broken down in less than 15 minutes.
Subscribe for more conversations that connect strategy with people, and stories with action!
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01 July 2025
Sam Poling, BBC Investigative Journalist. How stories drive action.
We're peeling back the layers of how stories drive action with award-winning BBC investigative journalist, Sam Poling.
Sam shares her own stories from across her career - from investigating the murder case of Emma Caldwell to exposing criminal networks.
There is so much to learn from this episode. Storytelling drives change, impact and gives voice to people where it matters.
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24 June 2025
Masterclass: Turning Vision into Action and Purpose through Storytelling
How can storytelling be used to turn vision into action and purpose?
Kate Hooper's in the hotseat breaking down the power of storytelling and how it can be harnessed to drive action and facilitate real impactful change.
Strategy, leadership, storytelling, and communications... key concepts broken down in less than 15 minutes.
Subscribe for more conversations that connect strategy with people, and stories with action!
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17 June 2025
Simon Erlanger, Isle of Harris Distillery
In this podcast, recorded earlier this year, we hear from Isle of Harris Distillery MD, Simon Erlanger, who shares the story of the development of the distillery, and how exceptional approaches to storytelling created an iconic brand and business.
Simon talks about the important role storytelling plays in creating a community that truly supports a brand through the often challenging journey of international growth, and the importance of staying true to the ethos of a business. This is a story that will inspire and support many others navigating the business landscape and shines a light on the importance of authentic communication.
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