Nora Agbakhamen: Social Impact Storyteller & Personal Brand Strategist on Empowering Voices and Inspiring Change
- Grew up in a family of storytellers; her father used stories as a tool for teaching and discipline
- Discovered the emotional power of stories to shape values and behavior
Podcast
Overview
Welcome to TBCY’s latest episode featuring Nora Agbakhamen, a leading social impact storyteller and personal branding expert from Lagos, Nigeria. In this inspiring conversation with host Ashutosh Garg, Nora shares her journey, insights, and actionable advice for anyone looking to create meaningful change through storytelling and authentic personal branding.
Below is a breakdown of key moments and insights from the episode, highlighted with timestamps in a question format for easy navigation.
00:00:48 – What early experiences drew Nora to storytelling and social impact?
- Grew up in a family of storytellers; her father used stories as a tool for teaching and discipline
- Discovered the emotional power of stories to shape values and behavior
- Learned how storytelling communicates deeper truths and drives transformation
00:02:46 – What were the turning points in Nora’s 12-year career journey?
- Conducted impactful training for the Nigerian Conservation Foundation
- Helped teams translate complex data into relatable narratives
- Witnessed immediate improvements in communication and stakeholder engagement
00:04:16 – How did being named Nigeria’s #1 storyteller shape her outlook?
- Reinforced her sense of responsibility and purpose
- Overcame introversion to share authentic stories on LinkedIn
- Realized that personal experiences carry universal value
00:05:30 – What is social impact storytelling, and why does it matter?
- Defined as showing how actions—or inaction—affect people and the planet
- Humanizes issues such as climate change, education, and conservation
- Moves audiences from awareness to empathy and action
00:07:52 – How can storytellers balance advocacy with authenticity?
- Begin with deep listening and truthful representation
- Ensure consent and agency by letting people own their stories
- Avoid portraying individuals solely as victims; highlight resilience
00:09:11 – Why is vulnerability essential in storytelling?
- Builds trust and emotional connection
- Makes stories relatable and authentic
- Should focus on lessons learned, not oversharing
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Learn more about Nora Agbakhamen: LinkedIn
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- Grew up in a family of storytellers; her father used stories as a tool for teaching and discipline
- Discovered the emotional power of stories to shape values and behavior
- Learned how storytelling communicates deeper truths and drives transformation
