Transforming Pain into Power: Inside Blair Kaplan Venables' Global Resilience Project

The Philip Wride Show

In today's compelling episode, we have the honour of hosting Blair Kaplan Venables, an extraordinary individual whose journey through addiction, personal tragedies, and resilience has inspired a global movement. Blair shares her heart-wrenching yet uplifting story about overcoming family struggles, including her father's battle with addiction, and how these experiences led her to create the Global Resilience Project.

Blair has transformed her pain into purpose, launching various initiatives such as a bestselling book series, a podcast, a clothing line, and more. A marketing and PR expert with over 18 years in the field, Blair offers invaluable insights on harnessing storytelling for business growth and personal healing. We delve into her strategic use of social media to empower and connect with a global audience.

We'll explore Blair's future goals, including her ambitious vision to impact 888 million people by August 2030, upcoming summits, in-person events, and her plans to venture into motivational speaking and traditional book publishing. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a storyteller, or someone seeking inspiration, this episode promises profound lessons on resilience, purpose, and the power of human connection. Don't miss out as we unpack the incredible journey of Blair Kaplan Venables.

Timestamps

00:00 Social media PR expert and grief resilience storyteller.

05:26 Storytelling builds trust and connection in entrepreneurship.

08:15 Addiction, healing, resilience, global movement, storytelling, empowerment.

16:52 Build relationships, network, and create desired projects.

22:23 An audience and a strategy are essential.

26:58 Tech is crucial, but human help is invaluable.

29:10 Integrate platforms, delegate tasks, focus on impact.

34:00 Exploring diverse streaming and business growth strategies.

35:36 Empowering 888 million people on resilience by 2030.

About Blair Kaplan

Blair Kaplan Venables is a dynamic entrepreneur who believes in the transformative power of storytelling. She champions the idea that people do business with those they like, know, and trust, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections over aggressive sales tactics. Blair advocates for "telling and not selling," using stories as a non-invasive means to build connections. Her personal journey through trauma led her to share her own stories, which not only facilitated her own healing but also created a safe space for others to share and heal. This dual approach to storytelling in both her personal and professional life showcases her unique ability to inspire and connect. Blair's experiences highlight the meaningful impact that authentic storytelling can have, both in navigating personal challenges and in thriving as an entrepreneur.

Connect with Blair at https://www.blairkaplan.ca and https://theglobalresilienceproject.com/

More Resources

Uncover life's 12 hidden chains with the book "Finally Find Freedom" - https://www.finallyfindfreedom.com

Access the free Masterclass "How to be in the top 1% of businesses and stop giving money to your competitors" at https://www.philipwride.com/masterclasses

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