In Episode 12 of Grace Every Day, host Ria Story explores the profound impact of personal development on your mindset, choices, and ultimate success. Drawing from her signature concept, The Ladder of Influence®, Ria explains how intentionally building your character reshapes how you perceive challenges, think about possibilities, and feel about your path forward. Using the relatable analogy of a teenager's evolving worldview—where yesterday's "big problems" seem trivial today—she illustrates that true change comes from within, not from external circumstances. As you grow, you'll naturally make better decisions, leading to expanded influence, more options, and exciting opportunities you never imagined. Ria shares her own journey, from discovering leadership books in 2008 to authoring her own, proving that shifting your thinking can revolutionize your life. Tune in for practical insights on fostering intentional growth and climbing toward greater fulfillment.

In episode #11 of Grace Every Day, host Ria Story is joined by her spouse Mack Story for an engaging discussion on building greater influence in your marriage. With humor and heart, they share relatable stories—like Mack's infamous laundry mishap—and delve into the 5 Love Languages, revealing how his preference for quality time complements her need for words of affirmation. This episode offers practical insights and lighthearted moments to help couples strengthen their connection and increase their influence with one another.

Learn more about Mack: MackStory.com

In episode #10 of Grace Every Day, we explore "The Ladder of Influence®," a straightforward framework for enhancing your influence and impact on friends, family, colleagues, and community.

Beginning at the base with Control of Self—emphasizing physical and emotional discipline through biblical insights like 1 Corinthians 9:27 and Proverbs 16:32—the ladder ascends through Character Development, Competency Development, Commitment to Developing Others, and culminates in Contribution of Service over time.

This episode empowers listeners to take personal responsibility for building genuine, step-by-step influence in their relationships and spheres of life.

Learn more about The Ladder of Influence®: 5 Steps for Climbing to the Next Level and Beyond at TheLadderOfInfluence.com