Unlock Your

Leadership Story

How to Build Understanding and Motivate Teams Using Fables and Folktales

We are all on a journey of evolution. Explore the ability of stories to enhance human connection, motivate action and uncover hidden potential. You’ll meet a few friends: the tortoise, the hare, Mulan, Goldilocks and the three bears – just to name a few – who can guide you in unlocking your own professional and life story.

A little about Pat

Pat Wadors grew up as the youngest of eight siblings. She was diagnosed as dyslexic in college and has leaned on her neurodiversity as a strength. She is a mother of three millennials, grandmother x2, and wife of 30 years. An introvert by nature, Pat is an advocate for results over talk. She works feverishly to embrace the quieter voices and was inspired to write this book by her personal purpose: “I need to leave the world better than I found it, to be kind, to give more than I get, to make a difference.”

With a focus on helping people and companies thrive, Pat grew her career in Human Resources, serving as a Chief People Officer and HR leader for companies such as UKG, Yahoo!, LinkedIn, ServiceNow, Plantronics Inc., and Procore Technologies. A multiple-time recipient of the National Diversity Council’s Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Technology award, Pat is renowned for her transformative and strategic leadership. She is a sought-after speaker on diversity, inclusion, and belonging topics. Pat earned a BS in Business and Human Resource Administration and a Minor in Psychology from Ramapo College of New Jersey.

In her book Unlock Your Leadership Story, Pat delivers a powerful discussion of the lessons we can draw from some of the most well-known stories in the world. In each chapter, she introduces a different fable or folktale, reflects on the story's moral, and uncovers how we can apply it to help us meet contemporary challenges at work and in life. It’s a must-read for those seeking to invest in their growth and life purpose.

When you pre-order a copy of

Unlock Your Leadership Story, you’ll receive:

  • Live Group Q&A with Pat

    Join Pat Wadors and other readers for a live, interactive Q&A session.

  • Exclusive Webinar with Pat

    Dive into the guided section of the book and turn ideas into action.

Pre-order Steps

STEP 1

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You'll discover the power of storytelling as you inspire, motivate, and drive positive change in yourself and the people around you.

You'll also:

  • Explore new interpretations of old stories that shed fresh light on self-discovery and growth

  • Find out about the neuroscience behind the emotions and actions elicited by stories

  • Discover modern leadership lessons from historic fables and folktales you can apply to your own journey--at work and beyond

Whether you are early in your career or a seasoned executive, this multigenerational book will meet you on your path as a perfect guide for all levels. Unlock Your Leadership Story is also a can't-miss resource for project and team leaders, human resources professionals, sales leaders, and anyone else responsible for helping others live up to their full potential.

What others are saying about

Unlock Your Leadership Story

  • Arianna Huffington

    Founder and CEO of Thrive Global

    "Energizing and actionable...Pat Wadors skillfully brings the magic of storytelling to life with a beautiful infusion of wisdom aimed at unlocking our full potential. This is an essential book for those looking to build a life rooted in meaning, joy, and purpose.”

  • Chris Yeh

    Co-Founder of Blitzscaling Ventures

    “Not only will this book show you how to use storytelling to become a better leader, it will help you become a better spouse, parent, sibling, or friend by finding and amplifying your authentic personal story. Pat guides you through this process with an expert helping hand, and uses her own story to model how to be true, vulnerable, and kind.”

  • Professor Amy Edmondson

    Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School

    “Pat Wadors’ endearing book shows why storytelling is an invaluable leadership skill and clarifies how we each create our own story through the life and career choices we make. Readers at any age and career stage will benefit from the book’s engaging stories and thoughtful questions.”

  • John Donahoe

    CEO of Nike

    “Pat Wadors is a world-class authority on helping leaders enhance their leadership abilities. This book offers a creative perspective, practical ideas, and lessons that apply to all facets of life and work.”

  • Johnny C. Taylor Jr.

    CEO of SHRM

    "Pat is an amazing storyteller, but what differentiates her from others is how she uses her gift of storytelling to help talented people unleash their genius and impact. “Unlock Your Leadership Story” is a business book written by a proven business executive, but the audience is that one worker/employee who can change the world simply by fully appreciating and understanding their unique leadership capability and purpose."

  • Reid Hoffman

    Co-Founder of LinkedIn and Partner at Greylock 

    "Pat Wadors is one of the greatest people leaders I’ve ever worked with, building great teams and cultures with seemingly effortless ease. In this book, she reveals the secrets to her superpowers, and shows us the hard work, painful lessons, and inspiring stories that make her who she is, and can help you be a more effective leader and better person." 

  • Carol Wang Carpenter

    CMO, Unity Technologies

    “Unlock Your Leadership Story is more than a must-read business book on leadership. This is a book to help you unlock your life. Using fables and frameworks, Pat takes you on a journey of self-discovery, honesty and reflection, guaranteed to make you a better leader and moreover, live a more fulfilling life.”

  • Gloria Samuels

    Senior Technology Executive, Transformational Change Leader, C-suite Advisor, Mentor, Former CEO

    “Pat’s approach to sharing leadership lessons and tools through fables and personal stories is brilliant, real and fun! She inspired me to take stock and reflect by doing my “goldilocks” and scorecard, as I take stock of what’s important to me in my next chapter. Her lessons will help you get clarity whether you are just starting out, trying to be a more authentic leader in a role that “fits just right” or considering what’s next.”