In her TEDx talk titled “From Pages to Power: How Stories Build Leaders,” Sweta Samota discusses the power of storytelling in shaping and influencing leaders. She begins by highlighting the impact of stories on human psychology and how they can inspire and motivate individuals to take action and lead effectively.
Samota delves into the connection between storytelling and leadership, emphasizing how narratives have the ability to connect people on a deeper level and build trust and rapport. She shares personal anecdotes and experiences to illustrate how storytelling has influenced her own leadership journey and helped her connect with others.
Throughout the talk, Samota explores the different elements of storytelling that can enhance leadership skills, such as vulnerability, authenticity, and empathy. She emphasizes the importance of using stories to communicate vision, values, and purpose in a way that resonates with others and builds a strong and cohesive team.
Overall, “From Pages to Power: How Stories Build Leaders” is a thought-provoking and inspirational talk that highlights the transformative power of storytelling in developing effective leaders.
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Author Video Description
Sweta Samota is an award-winning book coach, bestselling author, and motivational speaker renowned for transforming the publishing journey of aspiring authors. She was honored with the Global Fame Award 2022 as the “Best Book Coach, Author, and Speaker” for her innovative approach to helping writers publish books without financial investment. A former software engineer, she transitioned from a successful 12-year corporate career to pursue her passion for storytelling and mentoring. Sweta has authored 17 books, including Change-makers, whose foreword was written by Bollywood actor Taapsee Pannu and launched by luminaries like Javed Akhtar and Nandita Das. Through her “90-day author launchpad” workshops, Sweta has empowered hundreds of writers to craft and self-publish impactful stories. Her work challenges traditional publishing norms, making writing accessible to everyone.
Date: 14th December 2024
Venue: Podar International School
Organised by Aahaan Shekhar, Nami Sanghani, Sargam Bijoor & Assad Khatri Sweta Samota is an award-winning book coach, bestselling author, and motivational speaker renowned for transforming the publishing journey of aspiring authors. She was honored with the Global Fame Award 2022 as the “Best Book Coach, Author, and Speaker” for her innovative approach to helping writers publish books without financial investment. A former software engineer, she transitioned from a successful 12-year corporate career to pursue her passion for storytelling and mentoring.
Sweta has authored 11 books, including Changemakers, whose foreword was written by Bollywood actor Taapsee Pannu and launched by luminaries like Javed Akhtar and Nandita Das. Through her “Most Trusted Author” workshops, Sweta has empowered hundreds of writers to craft and self-publish impactful stories.
A dynamic speaker and entrepreneur, Sweta’s mission is to democratize the publishing process, inspire creativity, and leave a lasting impact on the literary world. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Video “From Pages to Power: How Stories Build Leaders | Sweta Samota | TEDxPodar World College” was uploaded on 01/24/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks