Ep15: The Dreamer & The Doer with Evan Dewald and Tara Linsley

Kim Westlund invites Evan Dewald and Tara Linsley to discuss their work together as storytellers on The Unpacked Podcast.

They share their backgrounds and how they came together to form a partnership. They also discuss the Enneagram and how it helps them unpack people's stories. They explore the importance of unpacking unconscious parts of our brain and how it affects our daily lives. They also discuss the challenges and strengths of their partnership, with Evan being the dreamer and Tara being the doer. Overall, their goal is to serve others and make an impact through their work.

In this conversation, Evan and Tara discuss the power of storytelling and how it can be a tool for healing, growth, and transformation. They emphasize the importance of honoring personal stories and the vulnerability it takes to share them.

The conversation also explores the value of embracing failure and self-compassion as essential parts of personal and professional development. Additionally, the role of personal stories in decision-making and the impact of storytelling on community and nonprofit organizations are discussed.

The conversation concludes with a reflection on dreams, freedom, and the desire to make a positive impact through storytelling.Takeaways

• Stories are a powerful tool to connect with others in life and business.
• The Enneagram is a personality typing tool that helps identify core motivations.
• Unpacking unconscious parts of our brain is important for personal growth and transformation.
• Bringing together different strengths and perspectives can lead to greater productivity and impact.
• Trust is essential for effective collaboration and progress.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connection

01:13 Meeting and Connecting Over the Word 'Unstuck'

02:12 Background and Working Together

07:08 The Enneagram and Unpacking People's Stories

08:15 The Importance of Unpacking Unconscious Parts of Our Brain

10:26 Growth vs Transformation

14:54 Bringing Dreaming and Doing Together

18:15 The Curse and Gift of Dreaming

21:02 Iron Sharpening Iron

30:31 Accelerating and Accomplishing More Together

35:37 Challenges and Trust in Working Together

40:35 Using a Different Vehicle for Serving Others

40:53 The Power of Storytelling

42:22 Embracing Failure and Vulnerability

45:10 Acknowledging Mistakes and Self-Compassion

47:23 The Influence of Personal Stories

48:54 Dreams and Freedom

51:42 Supporting Nonprofits and Community

55:05 Closing Remarks