"Only you can tell your story, and only you can tell it in the way you tell it. And that's critical." – Barbara Boyle

For years, Barbara Boyle crafted stories for some of the biggest brands in advertising. But after decades in the corporate world, she found herself on an unexpected journey—one that led her to a 300-year-old farmhouse in Italy, a memoir, and a new way of seeing the world. In this episode, Barbara joins us to discuss her book Pinch Me, the magic of reinvention, the power of storytelling, and what it’s like to start over in a place that feels like a dream.

Key Themes:
1. Barbara’s Journey to Writing – From childhood storyteller to ad agency creative director to memoirist.
2. The Magic of Italy – How a honeymoon turned into a life-changing move to a 300-year-old farmhouse.
3. Leaving Advertising Behind – Reflections on her career in marketing and how the industry has changed.
4. The Art of Storytelling – Why everyone has a story worth telling and why your voice matters.
5. Rebuilding a Home, Rebuilding a Life – The emotional and symbolic process of restoring a historic property.
6. Writing ‘Pinch Me’ – The journey from blog posts to a full-length memoir.
7. What’s Next? – Barbara teases a potential next book inspired by the previous owner of her Italian home.


Buy Pinch Me: Waking Up in a 300-Year-Old Italian Farmhouse
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gUbGP6
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781647428327

Connect with Barbara
Website: https://www.barbaraboyleauthor.com/
Substack: https://boyleb.substack.com/

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“I realized that storytelling was something I had to do—not just something I wanted to do.” – Jenn Bouchard

Award-winning author Jenn Bouchard joins the show to talk about her journey from being a dedicated high school teacher to a published, award winning novelist. She shares insights into the challenges of transitioning careers, the perseverance required in publishing, and the joy of crafting compelling, emotionally rich stories. Jenn discusses her inspirations, the writing process, and how her background in education has influenced her storytelling. This episode is an inspiring listen for anyone thinking about taking a creative leap!

Key Themes:
1. Jenn’s transition from teaching to writing fiction
2. The persistence needed to get published
3. How real-life experiences shape fictional stories
4. The role of New England settings in her work
5. Balancing creativity with everyday responsibilities
6. Advice for aspiring authors

Buy Considering Us
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3X0eSSp
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781685135522

Connect with Jenn
Website: https://jennbouchard.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennbouchardBOS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennbouchardbos
X: https://x.com/JennBouchardBOS

Connect with Mike
Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/

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#WritingJourney #AuthorInterview #JennBouchard #FictionWriting #WomenWriters #CreativeLife #Publishing #Storytelling #NewEnglandBooks #romance #foodie

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“The number one thing a leader can do is have a vision for their team's careers—yet only 12% of employees say their boss ever talks to them about it.” — Kevin McGarry, Ph.D.

In this episode of Uncorking a Story, we sit down with Dr. Kevin McGarry—leadership expert, CEO of Leading 360, and author of Lead with Purpose. Kevin shares his journey from corporate leadership to academia and back, revealing the insights from his doctoral research on what makes an effective leader. He also talks about his unique approach to writing, the parallels between coaching youth sports and leading in the boardroom, and the deeper purpose behind his book. Plus, he shares how his 13-year-old daughter played a special role in bringing Lead with Purpose to life.

Key Themes:
1. The Evolution of a Leader – From corporate sales manager to leadership coach and author.
2. Turning a Doctoral Thesis into a Business Fable – The challenge of shifting from academic writing to storytelling.
3. Lessons from the Field – How coaching his daughter's softball team influenced Kevin's leadership philosophy.
4. The Biggest Leadership Gap – Why most leaders fail to have career vision conversations with their employees.
5. The Business of Writing a Book – Traditional publishing vs. self-publishing and the realities of book marketing.
6. Goal Setting at Home – How Kevin applies leadership principles to parenting.

Buy Lead with Purpose: A Story About Leading In Your Personal and Professional Life
Amazon: https://amzn.to/437kQVh
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9798990933804

Connect with Dr. McGarry
Website: https://mcgarryleadership.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcgarry-leadership/about/

Connect with Mike
Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/

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#Leadership #LeadWithPurpose #KevinMcGarry #BusinessFable #LeadershipDevelopment #AuthorLife #Coaching #SuccessMindset

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