Ep219 - Redefining and making space for MORE in 2025

The Inside Story Podcast with April Adams Pertuis

After taking a much-needed hiatus, I’m thrilled to be back with The Inside Story Podcast! Stepping away for a little over a month allowed me to reflect, recalibrate, and realign the podcast’s mission with my heart. I realized it was time to take a fresh approach—one that puts storytelling front and center. Now, as we get into 2025, I’m excited to share updates, cast a vision for the future, and reconnect with you in new and meaningful ways.

In this first episode of the year, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned during my break and how it’s shaping the next chapter for the podcast and Lightbeamers. Together, we’ll explore why storytelling—not marketing—will be our guiding principle, my vision for the podcast moving forward, and what the word "MORE" means to me this year. Plus, I’m giving you an inside look at exciting plans for Lightbeamers’ 10th anniversary, my upcoming book, and a free 5-day speaker challenge you won’t want to miss!

So join me today as I share with you:

• The Power of a Pause: Taking a step back can provide clarity and help you refocus on what truly matters
• The Shift to Storytelling First: Storytelling will lead every podcast episode, email, and program at Lightbeamers in 2025
• My Word of the Year – “MORE”: Embracing opportunities and stepping fully into my authentic self to make room for growth
• 10th Anniversary Plans: Celebrating Lightbeamers’ decade of impact with in-person events and deeper community connections
• Book Announcement: I’m writing a solo book to inspire others to tell their hard stories and shine their light
• Speaker Challenge: Join our free 5-day challenge from January 27-31, 2025, to create your own speaker one-sheet or media kit.

As we embark on this storytelling-focused journey in 2025, I’m excited to see how we can grow together. If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Drop me a DM, share your biggest takeaway, or let me know what you’d like to see on future episodes.

Ready to join me in amplifying your own story? Register for our free Speaker Challenge happening January 27-31 at lightbeamers.com/speaker. Be sure to follow me on social media @Lightbeamers and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode. Let’s make 2025 a year of MORE—more storytelling, connection, and light!

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