Dominate Your Day: Recent Episodes
Dana Williams
Research shows that employees and individuals typically burn out because they aren't making an impact. It’s hard to make a difference in the world when you’re feeling disconnected and burned out, which is why Dana Williams has leveraged 10 years of practice as a Clifton Strengths Coach and 25 years at Southwest Airlines helping people live into their values at work and at home and have created proprietary frameworks, courses and tools to help individuals and companies do the same. Dana interviews difference makers who have transformed their lives from the inside out, made an impact on the world and dominate their day.
This summer on Dominate Your Day, we are returning to the episode vault to bring back experts to discuss each of Gallup's five essential areas of wellbeing: Purpose, Social, Financial, Physical, and Community.
Today we explore Social Wellbeing what Gallup identifies as having strong relationships and love in your life. According to Gallup, people who are thriving in social wellbeing have several hours of meaningful social interaction every single day. Yet we are living through a loneliness epidemic unlike anything we have seen before.
This episode is for every leader who feels it. Dr. Camille Preston business psychologist, executive coach, and author of Living Real discusses the danger of shallowing and why the world is craving real connection.
Shari Leid connection coach, friendship expert, author of Table for 51 and Flip the Box, and founder of the Flip the Box Method shares what happened when she shared a meal with a stranger in all 50 states and what it taught her about why we struggle to connect.
Andy Lopata professional relationship strategist and author of six books explains the blended mindset that makes relationships work and the Curiosity Cycle that builds trust.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Life as A Sine Wave
Minute 8: What Stops Us From Connecting
Minute 16: The Curiosity Cycle
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Learn more about Dr. Camille Preston's work at www.aimleadership.com
Get a copy of Dr. Camille Preston's book, Living Real: Redifining Success, Pretense, and Happiness
Get Dr. Camille Preston's Living Real Gathering Kit at www.livingreal.aimleadership.com
Learn more about Shari Leid's work at www.animperfectlyperfectlife.com
Get a copy of Shari Leid's books Table for 51 and Flip the Box
Find Andy Lopata's books, podcast, and assessments here
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Waiting is never just "waiting."
In this episode, I explore the difference between passive waiting where growth quietly stalls while you wait for circumstances to change and active waiting, where you continue learning, building, and leading even when the timeline is out of your control.
Through the powerful example of Admiral James Stockdale, you'll discover that resilience isn't about controlling the outcome it's about choosing how you show up in the middle of uncertainty. You'll also walk away with four practical questions to help you stay intentional, hopeful, and moving forward while you wait.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Waiting is a leadership choice. You may not control the timeline, but you can control how you respond to it.
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Active waiting creates momentum. Continue learning, building, and investing in others, even when the outcome hasn't arrived.
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Awareness comes first. Simply recognizing whether you're in passive or active waiting is the first step toward leading with greater resilience and purpose.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Admiral Stockdale's story and what it teaches about endurance
Minute 3: Understanding passive versus active waiting
Minute 5: Recognizing authority vs. posture in leadership
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I sit down with executive leader Juli Primeaux for a conversation about what leadership really looks like in today's fast-changing, distracted workplace. Juli shares what it means to lead through organizational change and uncertainty while staying grounded in who you are.
We talk about the connection between CliftonStrengths, self-awareness, and authentic leadership, and why understanding your strengths can become a true "cheat code" for navigating tough decisions and leading people well. From practical strategies for managing stress to insightful lessons on leading across generations, this episode is full of wisdom every leader needs right now. And trust me, you'll want to hear Julie's unforgettable advice about "not loading bombs on planes."
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Your strengths are powerful but only when you understand how they show up under stress. Self-awareness helps leaders recognize both their superpowers and their blind spots.
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Authenticity builds trust. Teams don't need perfect leaders; they need real leaders who communicate clearly, stay grounded, and model vulnerability.
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Well-being isn't optional for leaders. Taking pauses, creating small wins, and intentionally refilling your bucket are essential for sustainable leadership.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 12: Developing a personal mission and connecting core values to leadership purpose
Minute 17: The importance of self-care, taking pauses, and refill strategies
Minute 31: Emotional recognition and self-regulation techniques for stress management
Minute 39: Advice for leaders facing chaos and disconnection with their teams
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Connect with Juli Primeaux on LinkedIn
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
What if one of the most powerful things you could do for your team takes only five minutes?
In this episode, I explore why relational energy may be the most overlooked factor in leadership wellbeing especially during seasons of rapid change. I share a simple but powerful shift that helped a high-performing team feel more connected, seen, and energized, and why small moments of recognition can have a bigger impact on team resilience than most leaders realize.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Relational energy is a critical leadership resource. Beyond physical, emotional, and mental energy, relational energy fuels trust, connection, and belonging. When it's strong, teams communicate openly and stay engaged; when it's depleted, work can quickly become transactional.
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Fast-moving change often erodes connection first. During busy or high-growth seasons, leaders naturally prioritize deliverables and deadlines. But when recognition and human connection disappear, team resilience begins to weaken even if performance still looks strong on the surface.
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Small moments of recognition create lasting impact. Asking one simple question "What's one win from this week?" can restore visibility, reinforce progress, and strengthen team connection. Sometimes the smallest leadership practices create the biggest cultural shifts.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Managing Emotional States
Minute 5: Protecting Relational Energy
Minute 6: Introducing wins to boost relational energy
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
This summer on Dominate Your Day, we are returning to the episode vault to bring back experts to discuss each of Gallup's five essential areas of wellbeing: Purpose, Social, Financial, Physical, and Community.
Today we explore Career Wellbeing what Gallup defines as liking what you do every day and having a sense of purpose in your work. Only 20 percent of people globally say they are thriving in this area. This episode is for the other 80 percent.
Gina Riley executive career coach and author of Qualified Isn't Enough shares why your authentic story is your greatest career asset.
Angela Burgess founder of Broad Oaks Consulting describes what it feels like when your values stop aligning with your work, and what happens when you find the courage to go a different path.
Georgie Enthoven author of Work That's Worth It talks about the 90,000 hours every leader has and the questions we need to start asking.
Michelle Merritt Chief Strategy Officer of D&S Executive Career Management explains why 85 percent of opportunities come through people and how to work that truth intentionally.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: The Developer Strength Story
Minute 8: Success is not Linear
Minute 15: Introverts Make The Best Networkers
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Learn more about Gina's work at www.ginarileyconsulting.com
Learn more about Angela's work at www.broadoaksconsulting.com
Learn more about Georgie's work at www.georgienthoven.com
Connect with Michelle Meritt on LinkedIn
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
What if the reason you feel depleted as a leader has less to do with working too hard and more to do with misdiagnosing what's actually draining you?
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I unpack a powerful coaching conversation about leadership burnout, the hidden cost of too many open loops, and why traditional advice like "just rest more" often falls short. I also introduce a framework that has helped leaders better understand how their energy is being spent so they can lead with more clarity, focus, and intention especially in seasons of rapid growth and constant change.
Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Not all burnout is physical diagnose the right type of depletion. Feeling exhausted doesn't always mean you need more sleep or rest. Leaders operate from four energy currencies physical, emotional, mental, and relational—and sustainable recovery starts with identifying which one is running low.
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Mental depletion often comes from too many open loops. High performers can become overwhelmed not from lack of motivation, but from constant context switching, competing priorities, and work that feels never-ending. One of the most effective antidotes is creating focus and reducing cognitive overload.
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Make the work feel completable. A focused 90-day window helps transform an overwhelming long-term vision into actionable priorities. By clarifying what matters most right now and intentionally setting aside what doesn't leaders can reduce stress, regain clarity, and lead with greater energy and purpose.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: The high-performing leader's burnout concern
Minute 4: Introduction to the four energy tanks
Minute 7: Practical self-inventory for energy assessment
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
This summer on Dominate Your Day, we are returning to the episode vault to bring back experts to discuss each of Gallup's five essential areas of wellbeing: Purpose, Social, Financial, Physical, and Community. Today we explore Physical Wellbeing an area that leaders often try to ignore and "push through" the discomfort for the sake of productivity. In this episode,
Dr. Gloria Salvo (listen to episode #258) talks about how unhealed trauma affects the body on a physical level, and shares her confidence that healing is available for everyone.
Cardiologist Dr. Alan Rozanski (listen to episode #214) tells us about the researched connection between purpose and heart health.
Shelley Loving (listen to episode #162) shares the story of her husband's heart attack scare and the life-saving importance of proper nutrition.
This is an important episode for all leaders!
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: How Stress Lives In The Body
Minute 9: How Mental Stress Affects The Heart
Minute 25: Changing Your Mindset about Food
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Visit www.returntowholeness.com to learn more about Dr. Gloria Salvo's work
Read research articles from Dr. Alan Rozanski on PubMD
Learn more about Shelley Loving's work at www.shelleycanhelp.com
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Instead of measuring success by tasks completed or constant busyness, what if we measured it by whether or not we made choices that were in alignment with our authentic identity, strengths, and values? In this episode, I introduce a practical framework for intentional daily design: starting the day with a clear intention, focusing on the three most meaningful actions tied to personal strengths, and ending the day with reflection rather than mere completion.
This is a must-listen for any leader who is successful on paper, but feeling "off" on the inside.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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True productivity is about alignment, not output. Being busy or efficient does not necessarily mean living or leading in a meaningful way. Sustainable leadership comes from aligning daily actions with personal values and strengths.
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Intentionality not your task list should guide the day. Starting the day with a clear intention helps leaders make decisions that reflect who they want to be, rather than simply reacting to demands.
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The worth of your day is more than productivity alone. Asking questions like "Am I satisfied with how I showed up today?" creates a healthier and more authentic definition of productivity than checking off tasks alone.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: What it means to Dominate Your Day
Minute 5: Intentional Daily Design In Practice
Minute 8: Are You Satisfied With How You Showed Up Today
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
This summer on Dominate Your Day, we are going back into the episode vault to bring back experts to discuss each of Gallup's five essential areas of wellbeing: Purpose, Social, Financial, Physical, and Community. Today we explore Financial Wellbeing the area leaders are least likely to talk about openly.
For this episode, Linda Grizely financial educator and creator of the Me Money concept talks about why money mindset comes before money management. And Annie Margarita Yang millennial finance guru and author of The 5-Day Job Search shares how your personal brand and your financial future are more connected than you think. Listen in!
Episode Minutes:
Minute 6: Me Money
Minute 11: Internal Blocks
Minute 15: Affirmations
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Learn more about Linda Grizely's work at www.lindagriz.com
Take the quiz: "What blocking you from financial confidence?"
Explore free financial resources from Linda Learn more about Linda's courses and coaching services
Learn more about Annie Margarita Yang's work at www.anniemargaritayang.com
Get a copy of Annie Margarita Yang's book, The 5-Day Job Search
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Burnout is caused by having too much work... or is it? Research shows that most leaders today are exhausted not from workload, but from constant cognitive overload endless context switching, reactive decision-making, and operating on autopilot.
In this episode, I share the concept of the "Daily Revolution," a practice of leading intentionally from one's authentic identity rather than from stress or habit. I give you three practical tools to help you pause, reconnect with your values and strengths, and make more conscious choices throughout the day.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Burnout is more about reactivity than workload. Leaders are often drained not because they have too much to do, but because they spend most of their day reacting without intention.
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Awareness of your leadership identity reduces decision fatigue. When leaders operate from a clear understanding of their strengths, values, and mission, everyday decisions become easier and more aligned.
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Small intentional practices can create major shifts. Simple tools like pausing to breathe, asking reflective questions, and using strengths-based affirmations can interrupt autopilot behavior and help leaders respond more intentionally under pressure.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Reframing burnout: From simplification to intentional living
Minute 3: The daily revolution: Living from your authentic self
Minute 5: Pivoting with questions: From reactive autopilot to design
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Joining us for today's episode is Meg Hinkley, a volunteer leader with Texas Search and Rescue who has served on more than 130 deployments over the last 13 years. From leading teams during devastating Texas Hill Country floods to helping families navigate the unimaginable pain of missing loved ones, Meg shares what it means to lead with empathy, trust, and integrity. She reminds us that leadership must be flexible, rather than ego-driven sometimes you are leading the mission, and sometimes you are following the person with the right expertise in the moment.
Her stories about working overnight in floodwaters, supporting grieving families, and managing the emotional toll of search and rescue show the power of staying grounded in purpose while remaining adaptable under pressure. In the episode, we also explore how Meg's strengths Empathy, Adaptability, Communication, Positivity, and Woo shape her leadership style both in the field and in life. Beyond search and rescue, Meg has spent decades teaching women's self-defense through her company Athena Strategies, helping others understand preparedness, confidence, and personal safety. She believes that preparation reduces fear. Her perspective on service, teamwork, and using your unique strengths to help others is something every leader can learn from.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Leadership requires flexibility, not ego. Great leaders focus on outcomes over titles and are willing to let others lead when they have the right expertise. Teams perform better when leadership is flexible, collaborative, and built on trust.
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Mission-driven teams build trust and resilience. People stay engaged and committed when they clearly understand the mission behind their work. Leaders who connect daily tasks to a larger purpose create stronger, more resilient teams.
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Soft sills are essential leadership skills. Empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence are critical in high-pressure environments. Leaders who manage emotions well and build strong relationships create safer, more effective teams.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: The mission of Texar and what motivates Meg in volunteer rescue work
Minute 11: The balance of empathy, communication, and trust in leadership
Minute 22: Meg's core values: faith, family, and service
Minute 36: Balancing family, faith, and professional service
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Learn more about the work of Texas Search and Rescue at www.texsar.org
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
What if the problem isn't your schedule but your energy? In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I challenge the traditional focus on time management. Many leaders spend their days optimizing calendars and workflows, yet still end up drained.
Why? Because time is neutral it's alignment that determines whether an activity energizes or depletes you. When your work taps into your strengths, values, and mission, it creates energy. When it doesn't, even a short task can leave you exhausted. The key to managing energy is emotional recognition your ability to read how different activities impact you in real time. Treat your emotions as performance data, using them to identify what fuels or drains you. Listen in to learn simple practices to help you shift from operating on empty to leading with sustainable energy.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Time management won't fix burnout alignment will. It's not about how long you spend on tasks, but whether those tasks align with your strengths, values, and mission.
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Your emotions are your most accurate energy data. Paying attention to what energizes or drains you provides real-time insight into how to adjust your leadership for better performance.
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Sustainable leadership requires intentional energy design. Simple actions like tracking energy patterns, protecting your peak hours, and building in recovery help you lead with consistency, clarity, and endurance.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4:00 - Developing emotional awareness as a leadership skill
Minute 6:00 - Patterns in energy drainers: misalignment, value compromise, mission disconnect
Minute 9:00 - Action item recap: energy audit, prime window, authentic assessment
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
In this episode, I discuss a critical but often overlooked leadership skill: emotional recognition. High-performing leaders often fall into the trap of suppressing emotions in the name of productivity, but those buried feelings don't disappear they resurface in subtle, costly ways. This disconnect can even lead to a sense of burnout and loss of purpose, not from overwork, but from operating out of alignment with one's true self. The solution isn't becoming more emotional—it's becoming more aware.
Emotional recognition, the ability to notice, name, and understand what you're feeling in real time, acts as a multiplier for effective leadership. I offer three practical ways to build this skill. Listen in to learn how to add these practices to your daily rhythms.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Unrecognized emotions are already shaping your leadership. When you don't consciously identify what you're feeling, those emotions still influence your decisions, reactions, and communication often in ways that undermine your effectiveness. Emotions are data, not distractions.
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Instead of suppressing feelings, strong leaders treat them like an internal dashboard. Emotional recognition simply naming and understanding what you feel helps you make clearer, more aligned decisions.
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Small daily practices create powerful leadership shifts. Simple habits can dramatically improve how you show up, helping you lead with more intention, clarity, and authenticity.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: The misconception of emotions as noise in leadership
Minute 4: Developing emotional recognition with simple daily practices Minute 6: Recognizing and understanding your emotional pattern
Minute 9: Using emotional awareness to build authentic leadership presence
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I share five hidden "mission killers" that quietly derail even the most purpose-driven leaders. The issue isn't a lack of care it's subtle patterns like poor routines, decision fatigue, weak boundaries, people-pleasing, and competing priorities.
These habits pull leaders into reactive mode and away from their true direction. The key? Awareness and small, intentional shifts. By identifying your biggest mission killer and taking one action to counter it, you begin reclaiming focus, energy, and alignment with what truly matters.
Top 3 Takeaways: Mission failure often comes from hidden habits, not lack of intention. Clear routines, boundaries, and priorities protect your mission. Small, consistent actions can realign you with your true direction.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1:00 - Discovering mission killers that sabotage even the most purpose-driven leaders
Minute 4:00 - Action steps: Naming your mission killer and building protective boundaries
Minute 5:00 - The power of leading from the inside out
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
On this episode of Dominate Your Day, I had the privilege of speaking with Jenn Greenhut, whose life took a profound turn after being diagnosed with stage four cancer. Before that moment, she had spent years striving for perfection, often tying her worth to achievement.
Initially, her diagnosis felt like punishment, but everything shifted when she chose to see it differently. Instead of fighting her illness with fear and a fighting mentality, Jenn embraced gratitude, self-love, and even compassion for her own cancer cells. As she entered treatment, that mindset transformation became the foundation of her healing, and just four months later, she was cancer-free.
Since then, Jenn has channeled her experience into purpose-driven work. She started a tote company, Love, Zero Negative, then created a foundation, the Zero Negative Foundation, to support cancer patients during treatment. Through our work together uncovering her Authentic Imprint™, she discovered that Empathy and Connectedness were key strengths fueling her mission, alongside core values like love, generosity, and growth. Jenn's journey is a powerful reminder that when we lead with love, especially toward ourselves, we can transform even the most difficult chapters into something deeply meaningful.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Mindset can transform even the hardest moments. Jenn shifted from seeing cancer as a punishment to viewing it as a gift unlocking gratitude, self-love, and a new way of living.
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Your greatest strengths may already be within you. By embracing her strengths of Empathy and Connectedness, Jenn aligned her natural gifts with her mission to help others heal and feel less alone.
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You can rewrite your story at any time. No matter the challenge, choosing meaning over fear allows you to grow, find purpose, and become the hero of your own life.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 6: Facing The Diagnosis
Minute 17 : Writing "Everyone Needs a Larry" and supporting caregivers
Minute 24: Turning personal trauma into a mission to inspire healing
Minute 34 - Advice for others facing adversity: rewriting your story
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Connect with Jenn on LinkedIn
Learn more about Jenn's foundation, Zero Negative Foundation,
Learn more about Jenn's tote company, Love, Zero Negative
Join Dana Williams on April 30, 2026 in Dallas, TX for the Authentic Imprint™ Experience
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Kendrick Leckband's story is a powerful example of what it looks like to step out of a successful career and into a more authentic life. After a high-performing career at a private equity firm, she came to a realization: she wasn't showing up as her true self. Through intentional self-work, including discovering her strengths, clarifying her values, crafting a personal mission statement, Kendrick gained the clarity to understand why she felt stuck and the courage to pursue a new direction more aligned with who she is on the inside.
Her journey highlights a key message for anyone in a similar space in life: real fulfillment doesn't come from titles or tenure, but from alignment. And while the process of change can be uncomfortable, it often leads to the most meaningful growth.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Misalignment not lack of ability is often the root of feeling "stuck." Kendrick's experience shows that you can be highly successful on paper yet feel unfulfilled internally.
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Clarity comes from aligning strengths, values, and mission. The turning point in Kendrick's journey was doing the internal work to define her personal mission and connect it with her strengths and values. This alignment is known as her Authentic Imprint, helping her make decisions with confidence.
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Transition can feel uncertain—but it can also bring peace and purpose. Even in the middle of career change, Kendrick describes feeling more peace than ever before. Instead of operating from fear, she's grounded in clarity and intentionality. Her story is a reminder that while change is uncomfortable, it often leads to greater energy, presence, and fulfillment—both at work and at home.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: Kendrick's top five strengths and their application
Minute 13: The impact of understanding strengths, values, and mission
Minute 25: The foundation of values, strengths, and mission as a guiding compass
Minute 42: Advice for leaders: curiosity, taking small steps, and resilience
Minute 46: The "Three T's" framework: True, Tune, Turn
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Connect with Kendrick on LinkedIn
Join Dana Williams on April 30, 2026 in Dallas, TX for the Authentic Imprint™ Experience
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I share about the Hula Hoop Principle a simple but transformative way to rethink leadership and personal responsibility. Introduced to me by my therapist many years ago, this principle has completely shifted my perspective. I've noticed that leaders exhaust themselves trying to control others while neglecting the one thing they fully own themselves.
The "hula hoop" represents everything within your control (your thoughts, actions, and growth), while everything outside it simply isn't yours to carry. Clarity of personal mission is the antidote to burnout and reactivity. Especially in a rapidly changing world shaped by AI and shifting career paths, your mission acts as an internal compass guiding decisions, protecting your energy, and helping you lead with intention instead of reaction. Real leadership starts within. When you focus on changing yourself first, everything else begins to shift.
Top 3 Takeaways:
You only have control over what's "inside your hula hoop" stop spending energy on what isn't yours.
A clear personal mission acts as your GPS in uncertain, fast-changing environments.
Lasting impact begins with internal change, not external control.
Episode Minutes: Minute 2: Dana's personal reinvention story and creating her mission framework
Minute 4: Guided exercise: drawing your Hula Hoop and defining your mission statement
Minute 6 - How to craft 5 concise mission statement versions
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Vanessa Peace shares a powerful story of reinvention, resilience, and rediscovery after an unexpected job loss. Drawing from a dynamic career spanning companies like Southwest Airlines, AT&T, and the American Cancer Society, Vanessa reflects on how her personal challenges including raising a daughter with complex medical needs shaped her leadership style and deepened her sense of purpose.
Through the lens of the Authentic Imprint™ framework, she highlights the importance of understanding and leveraging one's strengths, while aligning with core values such as authenticity, purpose, family, and love. Her journey reveals that even in moments of uncertainty and bruised confidence, clarity can emerge when you intentionally reconnect with who you are at your core. Her story is a testament to the idea that true fulfillment comes not from chasing titles, but from courageously choosing alignment and trusting that everything else will follow.
Top 3 Takeaways:
Clarity comes from within. Knowing your strengths, core values, and personal mission helps you navigate uncertainty and make aligned decisions even during major life transitions.
Emotional awareness is a skill. Pausing to recognize and name your emotions throughout the day can prevent overwhelm and help you respond intentionally instead of reacting.
Alignment matters more than achievement. True fulfillment comes from designing your life around purpose and authenticity not chasing titles, status, or external expectations.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 7: Deep dive into Vanessa's CliftonStrengths profile and energy management
Minute 13: Using strengths like communication and connectedness to overcome fear
Minute 20: Leveraging core values during impactful presentations
Minute 35: Embracing authenticity and purpose in life
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Connect with Vanessa Peace on LinkedIn
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
On this episode of Dominate Your Day, Ellen Wood, CEO of VCFO, talks about what it means to be a trailblazer. Nearly 30 years ago, Ellen pioneered the fractional CFO model long before "virtual" became part of everyday business language. What started as a bold, unconventional idea has now served more than 6,000 clients and helped define an entire industry.
We discuss culture, accountability, and leadership. Over the years, Ellen has learned that culture isn't a "soft" concept it's the heart of the business. By involving employees in defining core values and ultimately elevating "people first" to the top priority, she has intentionally shaped an organization rooted in integrity and service. Her perspective reinforces the truth that authentic leadership is about walking the talk building strong systems, empowering people, and staying true to your values while you grow.
Top 3 Takeaways:
- Great leadership starts with culture.
Ellen reminds us that intentionally defining values and truly putting people first creates the foundation for long-term success.
- Strong leaders build accountability into their organizations.
They do this by clearly defining roles, setting expectations, and ensuring that ownership sits with one person, not many.
- Leadership is about walking the talk.
Leaders should model integrity, give back to the community, mentor the next generation, and continuously grow so your team can grow alongside you.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5:00 - Building a strong organizational culture and defining core values
Minute 9:00 - Industry trends: consolidation and the future vision for VCFO
Minute 12:00 - Leadership influences and mentoring practices
Minute 16:00 - The significance of accountability and systems like EOS
Links + Resources from This Episode:
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Connect with Ellen on LinkedIn
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Learn more about vcfo
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Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
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Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
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Learn more about The Strengths Journal
On this episode of Dominate Your Day, I had the privilege of sitting down with Sharon Eubank to talk about her new book, Doing Small Things with Great Love, and the powerful lessons she's learned from nearly three decades of global humanitarian work. Sharon emphasizes that real help is always an exchange grounded in respect, dignity, and listening rather than assuming we know what's best for others.
We also discuss the leadership principles behind her work, especially the belief that we are most powerful where we live. Sharon explains how lasting change happens within trusted networks teams, neighborhoods, and organizations that hold one another accountable and unite around a shared purpose. She reflects on how service and purpose-driven teamwork can counter polarization and digital isolation, strengthen communities, and even improve mental health.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make a positive impact within their community.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Small acts matter more than we think. Real impact doesn't have to be big or global it's about giving the right help at the right time in the right way. Even simple acts, done with empathy, can restore dignity and humanity.
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We are most powerful where we live. Lasting change happens in our own communities, where we understand the culture, speak the language, and have long-term relationships. Don't underestimate the influence you have right where you are.
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Great leadership empowers, it doesn't dictate. Instead of solving problems for people, strong leaders help others build confidence to find their own solutions creating purpose-driven, trusted teams that make meaningful impact together.
Episode Minutes: Minute 10:00 - Prioritizing where you are most powerful - your community
Minute 11:00 - The importance of trusting and empowering those around you in leadership
Minute 13:00 - Lessons from humanitarian work applicable to purpose-driven teams
Minute 16:00 - Reflections on human nature, polarization, and community connection
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Get a copy of Sharon's book, Doing Small Things with Great Love
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Values aren't what you say. They're what you protect especially when it costs something. In this episode, I offer 3 diagnostic questions to help you determine whether or not your values guide your leadership decisions. When values are compromised quietly over time, leadership starts to feel hollow.
This isn't a personality problem, it's an alignment gap. When your strengths operate disconnected from your values, you can be highly productive and deeply unfulfilled at the same time. But when strengths and values align? Leadership becomes sustainable. In today's episode, I share 3 steps you can take to begin re-aligning your values with your decisions.
Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Your real values are revealed in what you protect when it costs you something. Pressure doesn't create your values it exposes them.
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When your strengths operate without alignment to your values, leadership starts to feel hollow. Productivity can increase while fulfillment quietly decreases.
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Sustainable leadership requires clarity about your non-negotiables. When your daily decisions reflect your true values, energy and integrity return.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: How leaders quietly compromise their values over time
Minute 2: Diagnostic questions: Do you protect time, honesty, boundaries?
Minute 4: Alignment of strengths and values leads to sustainable leadership
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Here's what no one tells you about strengths: knowing them isn't enough. Many high-performing leaders know their strengths well and still feel drained or disconnected not because they're doing something wrong, but because something is out of alignment.
This episode explores why strengths alone aren't enough and what to notice when leadership starts feeling heavier than it should. I also unpack the difference between burnout and misalignment. Misalignment shows up quietly through constant urgency, reduced presence, or emotional fatigue and often appears long before burnout does. By paying attention to energy and emotional signals, leaders can realign sooner, practice their strengths more intentionally, and lead with greater clarity and sustainability.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Knowing your strengths isn't the same as leading in alignment with them. Strengths used out of habit can drain energy when they aren't applied intentionally.
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Misalignment comes before burnout. Feeling constantly "on," impatient, or disconnected are early signals not personal failures.
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Your energy is leadership feedback. Irritability, urgency, and fatigue often point to misalignment, not incompetence listening sooner changes everything.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Differences Between Burnout and Misalignment
Minute 3: How Energy Acts as Honest Feedback
Minute 4: Using The Authentic Imprint Assessment to Identify Misalignment
Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Plan your days by actively using your strengths with The Strengths Journal™
Book a 30-minute discovery call to discuss your executive and team development needs
In this episode of the Dominate Your Day podcast, I speak with speaker, identity strategist, and co-founder and CEO of Build-A-Biz Kids, Leah Coss, to explore how early identity formation shapes the trajectory of our lives. Leah shares her personal journey from growing up in a chaotic and unsafe environment, to making destructive choices as a teenager, to experiencing a pivotal moment of self-awareness that changed everything.
We also discuss the powerful mission behind her nonprofit organization, Build-A-Biz Kids. While the programs teach business, public speaking, and digital literacy to kids, the real impact lies in experiential learning that develops confidence, decision-making, resilience, and self-awareness. Leah explains why soft skills not technical skills are now the most critical for the next generation, and how giving kids real responsibility and ownership allows them to see feedback as data rather than rejection. By partnering with schools, libraries, and nonprofits, Build-A-Biz Kids is scaling this impact in a sustainable way reaching kids early, before the world defines who they are for them.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Identity drives behavior. When kids (and adults) see themselves as capable, their decisions and outcomes change.
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Confidence is built through experience, not instruction. Real ownership and real-world feedback create lasting growth.
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Soft skills are future-proof skills. Resilience, decision-making, communication, and self-awareness are essential for both mental health and career success.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: A Journey of Transformation
Minute 8: Building a Charity: The Birth of Build-A-Biz Kids
Minute 18: Empowering the Next Generation:
Skills for the Future Links + Resources from This Episode:
Learn more about Build-A-Biz Kids at www.buildabizkids.com
Connect with Leah Coss on LinkedIn
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
Organizational consultant Jacqueline Robinson joins me for a powerful conversation on authenticity, leadership, and what it truly means to lead from within. We explore my proprietary framework, Authentic Imprint™ the alignment of strengths, core values, mission, and emotional recognition and how these elements shift depending on the season of life you're in. Jacqueline shares how her mission of elevating people and celebrating culture has served as a North Star throughout her career, even during seasons of caretaking, entrepreneurship, and personal disruption. Her reflections reinforce that authenticity isn't static it's a daily practice of self-management.
We also went deep into emotional recognition and energy management, especially in a world filled with distraction, pressure, and constant task switching. Jacqueline highlightes how awareness naming emotions before they shape behavior allows leaders to respond instead of react. From leveraging CliftonStrengths intentionally, to dialing strengths up or down when needed, to redefining productivity as managing energy instead of time, this conversation is a reminder that leadership starts internally. When we lead ourselves well, alignment follows and so does impact, whether locally or globally.
Top 3 Takeaways:
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Authentic leadership starts with alignment: When strengths, values, mission, and emotional awareness work together, leadership feels more natural and sustainable.
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Emotional recognition is a leadership skill: Pausing to notice and name emotions helps leaders stay grounded, focused, and intentional especially during stressful seasons.
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Manage energy, not just time: True productivity comes from protecting attention, prioritizing what matters most, and honoring what fuels your well-being.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Exploring the Authentic Imprint Assessment
Minute 9: Understanding Strengths and Emotional Recognition
Minute 15: Aligning Actions with Values
Minute 29: Managing Energy vs. Time
Links + Resources from This Episode:
Learn more about Jaclynn's work at www.jaclynnrobinson.com
Explore purpose-driven products at www.jaclynnrobinson.com/shop
Follow Jaclynn on Instagram
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint Assessment
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
In this episode, I challenge one of the most common leadership assumptions we've all been taught: that better time management is the answer. But perfectly organized calendars still leave so many leaders exhausted.
The real issue isn't time it's energy. It is energy that is your strategic leadership asset managing it intentionally is essential in today's workplace.
Listen in to learn about the four energy currencies physical, emotional, mental, and relational and how each one depletes and replenishes differently. This episode will help you stop treating yourself like a machine and start leading like a human: one who understands that your energy shapes your impact.
Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Time management can't fix energy depletion. A full calendar doesn't equal meaningful impact. Sustainable leadership requires intentional energy management, not tighter schedules.
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Different energy drains require different solutions. Physical, emotional, mental, and relational energy each need specific forms of renewal. The right diagnosis leads to the right intervention.
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Your energy sets the tone for your leadership. What you bring into a room affects everyone in it. When you lead from a full tank, you become a source of energy not drain for others.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Understanding Energy Currencies
Minute 2: The Misdiagnosis Problem
Minute 4: Energy Audit Assignment
Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Plan your days by actively using your strengths with The Strengths Journal™
Book a 30-minute discovery call to discuss your executive and team development needs
As we step into 2026, I'm seeing a shift that every leader needs to pay attention to. People aren't quitting their jobs they're shrinking inside them.
In this episode, I unpack what that quiet disengagement really looks like and why it's an identity issue, not a motivation or productivity problem.
I walk through three warning signs I'm seeing: Addition Sickness, Quiet Cracking, and Job Hugging and how each one signals misalignment beneath the surface.
Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Burnout is a signal, not a flaw. Patterns like overloading, emotional exhaustion, and clinging to safety are signs of identity misalignment not weakness.
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You can't subtract until you know who you are. When identity is unclear, everything feels urgent. Clarity allows you to let go of what no longer fits.
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Leadership rises from identity, not effort. Sustainable leadership comes from aligning your strengths, values, and mission not from doing more or trying harder.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Introduction to Leadership in 2026
Minute 2: Identifying Leadership Misalignments
Minute 5: Taking Action for Authentic Leadership
Resources from This Episode:
Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Plan your days by actively using your strengths with The Strengths Journal™
Book a 30-minute discovery call to discuss your executive and team development needs
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I speak with Dr. Camille Preston, business psychologist and owner of Aim Leadership, about navigating grief, mental health, and authentic leadership. We unpack the concept of "telescoping grief" how personal and collective loss can merge and become overwhelming and the importance of sitting with those emotions rather than pushing them aside.
We discuss the rising mental health challenges many face today and how small mindset shifts and genuine connection can bring healing. Her new book, Living Real, encourages embracing life's full emotional range and creating community through real conversations.
Camille's focus on managing energy by aligning with strengths rather than forcing performance is a powerful leadership lesson. Her insights remind us that true resilience comes from understanding ourselves deeply and leaning into connection.
Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Living real means feeling the full range of life. Avoiding discomfort leads to burnout and disconnection. Growth and fulfillment come from allowing both the highs and the lows of life.
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Unprocessed grief compounds over time. When grief is ignored or pushed down, it resurfaces in bigger, messier ways. Healing begins by acknowledging and holding it instead of avoiding it.
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Lead by sourcing, not forcing. Sustainable leadership comes from knowing your strengths, managing your energy, and making small shifts that let your best self emerge naturally.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Journey of Authenticity
Minute 9: Impact Of Grief and Loss
Minute 15: Living Real and Micro Shifts
Minute 21: Creating Meaningful Connections
Links + Resources from This Episode: Learn more about Camille's work at aimleadership.com
Get a copy of Camille's new book, Living Real: Redifining Success, Pretense, and Happiness
Explore all of Camille's books
Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Learn more about The Strengths Journal
"Change me first."
Those three simple words changed everything for me. As we kick off Season 5 of the Dominate Your Day podcast, I want to share my own story. I had outward success—a respected career, titles, and accomplishments that looked great on paper—but felt empty on the inside.
People-pleasing, fixing, and performing leadership left me exhausted and disconnected from who I really was. In this episode, you'll hear how learning to focus on what I could actually control sparked an internal revolution, restored my marriage, reshaped my leadership, and led to the creation of the Authentic Imprint™ formula. I also share what's ahead for the podcast as we enter our fifth year and why this next season will go deeper into real-life transformation stories.
Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Change starts with me. Lasting transformation doesn't come from fixing others or circumstances it begins when I take responsibility for what's happening inside me.
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Emotional recognition is the multiplier. Strengths, values, and mission only work when paired with emotional recognition the ability to notice and name what's happening inside you before it drives your behavior.
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You don't need to be more productive you need to be more you. Alignment, not achievement, is the key to sustainable leadership. When you lead from the inside out, transformation ripples through your life, your relationships, and your organization.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: The Drama Triangle and Circle of Control
Minute 6: Discovering Authentic Leadership
Minute 9: The Authentic Imprint Formula
Resources from This Episode: Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment
Get a copy of The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Plan your days by actively using your strengths with The Strengths Journal™
Book a 30-minute discovery call to discuss your executive and team development needs
My guest today is Gina Riley, a career transition coach and author of "Qualified Isn't Enough." We discuss the importance of storytelling in career transitions, the challenges of the current job market, and the concept of executive presence.
Gina talks about developing a unique value proposition, aligning personal branding with job opportunities, and the significance of authenticity in leadership. Our conversation also covers practical strategies for job seekers, including networking, crafting effective resumes, and preparing for interviews.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 9: Challenges in the Job Market
Minute 15: Developing Executive Presence
Minute 21: Networking and Personal Branding
Minute27: Interview Preparation and Strategies
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
Every leader has one pattern to break—what's yours?
Ever feel like you're doing the same things and expecting different results? You're not alone. Most leaders don't need more effort they need more awareness.
Here's the truth: your biggest breakthrough is often hiding behind your strongest pattern. We all have automatic responses that once served us but now sabotage us. The perfectionist who delays decisions.
The people-pleaser who says yes to everything. The controller who micromanages instead of empowering. In today's episode, I explore how breaking a pattern isn't about forcing change it's about noticing it, naming it, and choosing differently.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
My guest today is Linda Grizely a financial educator and keynote speaker. Her mission? To help women prioritize themselves financially and emotionally.
: Linda's career in financial services began unexpectedly. Initially seeking a role in nonprofits, she found herself drawn to financial education after enrolling in a course that opened doors to the financial services industry. Her passion for helping others led her to become a financial advisor, but she soon realized her true calling was in teaching people how to manage their own finances.
Linda's innovative concept, 'Me Money,' encourages individuals to include themselves as a line item in their budgets.
Linda emphasizes the importance of mindset in financial success. Through her Money Mindset course, she helps women overcome internal blocks and build confidence in managing their finances.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 10: Concept of "Me Money"
Minute 15: The Role of Mindset in Financial Planning Minute
28:00: Real-Life Financial Challenges and Solutions
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
Why knowing what to do isn't enough
You already know what to do. Delegate more. Set boundaries. Lead from your strengths. Be authentic. So why aren't you doing it?
The truth is, the gap between knowing and doing is where most transformations die. Today's episode explores the gap between knowing and doing.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
On today's episode my guest Dr. Tim Elmore, Author and Founder of Growing Leaders and I discuss leadership across generations, focusing on Gen Z's unique challenges and opportunities.
We explore the importance of empathy, mentorship, and adapting leadership styles to meet the needs of younger generations entering the workforce.
Tim shares his experiences and research, offering practical strategies for engaging and empowering Gen Z leaders.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: The Peter Pan Paradox Minute 9: Empathy and Mentorship Minute 15: Gen Z in the Workforce Minute 21: Leadership Strategies for Gen Z
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
Where does transformation really start?
I once had a dream where I was locked out of my own house, frantically trying every code I could think of until a voice said, "You already have the code. It's L-O-V-E."
Most leaders believe transformation means doing more more strategy, more effort, more willpower. But true transformation starts with being, not doing. It's not about performing who you think you should be it's about remembering who you already are.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
The Ripple Effect: When Your Service Inspires Others
What if your quiet act of service could spark a wave of purpose across your entire team?
In today's Weekly Leader's Digest episode, I unpack how authentic, behind-the-scenes giving can create powerful ripple effects—from higher engagement to unexpected leadership growth.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book: The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, we delve into the inspiring stories of transformation and recovery through the Men of Nehemiah program. This unique initiative combines military discipline, faith-based discipleship, and clinical support to help men overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
We hear from Rand Carlson, a former participant who now serves as the Biblical Director, sharing his personal journey from addiction to leadership. Melinda Russ the Executive Director, discusses the program's holistic approach, emphasizing the importance of treating the whole person mind, body, and soul.
Today's episode highlights the power of community involvement and mentorship, showcasing how these elements contribute to personal growth and well-being. Through heartfelt stories and testimonies, you will gain insight into the profound impact of the Men of Nehemiah, not only on the individuals involved but also on their families and the broader community.
Our conversation underscores the message that recovery is a lifelong journey, and with the right support and dedication, transformation is possible for anyone.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Personal Stories of Transformation Minute 9: The Role of Military Discipline Minute 15: Faith-Based Support Minute 21: Community and Mentorship Minute 27: Impact on Families and Communities
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
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The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
Depth vs. Breadth in Giving Back
Feeling like you're giving your time and energy but not making a real difference? You're not alone.
In today's episode, I share practical ways to move from random acts of giving to strategic service—the kind that aligns with your strengths, fuels your energy, and creates lasting change.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book: The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
In this episode my guest Diana Mao Kelly, co-founder and president of Nomi Network, shares her journey from a corporate career to founding an organization dedicated to helping survivors of human trafficking.
She discusses her pivotal experiences in Cambodia, the challenges and successes of Nomi Network, and the impact of their work on thousands of women.
Diana also reflects on personal growth, leadership, and the importance of community involvement in combating human trafficking.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3:Pivotal Experience in Cambodia
Minute 9: Founding Nomi Network
Minute 15: Impact and Success Stories
Minute 21: Leadership and Personal Growth
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
How to Align Your Service with Your Strengths
Most leaders give like they're playing charity bingo—random donations here, volunteer hours there—then wonder why they feel scattered and drained.
Here's the secret: Align your service with your strengths, and giving back becomes energizing instead of exhausting.
In today's episode, I'm sharing how strengths plus causes you care about, multiplied by consistent commitment, equals sustainable impact.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book: The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
My guest today Robert Corley Chief Operating Officer of Mercy Ships, offers a refreshing perspective rooted in authenticity and service. His journey from the Navy to leading a global nonprofit is a testament to the power of purpose-driven leadership.
At the heart of Robert's leadership is a commitment to serving those who serve others.
Robert's personal mission is to serve and influence for the good of God, country, and the world. He believes in utilizing his strengths and talents to uplift those around him, a philosophy that aligns seamlessly with Mercy Ships' mission.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Career Journey and Leadership Philosophy
Minute 9: Empowerment and Autonomy at Mercy Ships
Minute 15: Personal Mission and Purpose
Minute 21: Lessons in Authentic Leadership
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book -The Internal Revolution:Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
The Service Paradox: How Giving Back Energizes You
"I don't have time to volunteer. I'm barely keeping up as it is." Sound familiar?
Most leaders think service is something you do when you have extra bandwidth. But here's what they don't realize: Service doesn't drain your energy—it multiplies it.
Harvard research shows that people who give time or money are 42 percent more likely to be happy. Volunteering just two hours per week reduces mortality rates by 40 percent. In today's episode, I explore how your brain rewards helping others with stress-fighting chemicals.
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The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
On this episode of Dominate Your Day, I speak with Dr. Alise Cortez organizational psychologist, author, speaker, and founder of Gusto, Now!, a human and organizational transformation consultancy.
Alise and I delve into the journey of discovering purpose and passion in both personal and professional realms. Alise shares her transformative experiences from her small-town roots to becoming a global speaker and consultant, emphasizing the importance of being of service and finding meaning.
Our conversation also explores the significance of defining organizational purpose beyond profit, the evolving landscape of leadership, and the need for adaptability in today's diverse workforce. With insights on aligning personal values with work and embracing change, this episode offers valuable lessons for anyone seeking to ignite their inner drive.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: Alise's Journey to Purpose
Minute 15: Organizational Purpose and Culture
Minute 25:Leadership in the New Workplace
Minute 35: The Future of Work and Fractional Employees
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
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The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
The Energy Audit that Reveals Why You're Exhausted
Here's the productivity lie destroying leaders: "If I just manage my time better, I'll get ahead." You've optimized everything. Downloaded every app. Color-coded your life. Yet you're still running on empty.
The problem isn't your time management. It's your energy management. Most leaders are solving the wrong energy problem: trying to fix mental fatigue with more coffee or attempting to repair emotional depletion with task completion.
In today's episode, I share the 3-day energy audit that will reveal why you're actually exhausted.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
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The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
My guest today is Althea Gordon, founder and CEO of Transformational Talent Group a boutique HR consulting and career development firm.
Althea shares her journey from law school to becoming a successful HR consultant, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, empathy, and empowerment in leadership.
She discusses her career transitions, the challenges of starting her own business, and her commitment to helping others find their true calling.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 9: Starting Transformational Talent Group
Minute 15: Empathy and Authenticity in Leadership
Minute21: Networking and Self-Advocacy
Minute 33: Balancing Work and Life
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book - The Internal Revolution:Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
The 5-Minute Presence Practice to Boost Your Leadership
Here's the leadership question that makes everyone uncomfortable: In your last three important conversations, were you present or performing? Most leaders spend so much energy managing how they're perceived that they miss opportunities to create real impact.
Think about yesterday's most important leadership interaction. Were you thinking about your response while they were talking? Did you feel pressure to have the "right" answer immediately? You were likely performing instead of being present.
Learn the 5-minute presence practice that can boost your leadership in today's episode.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
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This is part 2 of my wonderful conversation with Eileen Collins, retired U.S. Air Force colonel and first American woman commander of a space shuttle.
In this episode, she discusses her leadership style, especially post-Columbia tragedy. Eileen also emphasizes the significance of setting personal mission statements, learning from mistakes, and staying focused despite external distractions.
The episode concludes with practical advice for aspiring leaders, highlighting the value of reading, mentoring, and maintaining humility.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Pursuing the Dream of Becoming an Astronaut
Minute 5: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Finding Mentorship
Minute 9: Adapting Leadership After the Columbia Tragedy
Minute 14: Balancing Family and Astronaut Life
Minute 18: The First American Woman to Command a Space Mission
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
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The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
Your Leadership GPS Check—Which Element Needs Attention First?
Most leaders are navigating their biggest challenges without any internal guidance system. They're leading by reaction instead of intention. By external pressure instead of internal compass.
The result? Scattered energy across random priorities instead of focused impact on what matters most. You wouldn't drive across the country without GPS, yet most leaders are navigating their careers without any internal direction system.
Today, I share a way to perform a 60-second leadership GPS check.
To find out more about my work, please visit www.danawilliamsco.com
My Book The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to plan your days. Get Your copy here
In honor of National Space Week, we’re excited to bring you part 1 of this two-part interview series with Eileen Collins, retired U.S. Air Force colonel and first American woman commander of a space shuttle.
Our conversation dove deep into what it really takes to lead with authenticity, push through barriers, and stay focused on your personal mission, even when the odds are stacked against you. Eileen shared how embracing her true self — not trying to fit a mold or mimic others — helped her stand out and succeed in one of the most high-pressure careers imaginable.
Eileen shares insights from her book, 'Through the Glass Ceiling to the Stars,' discussing authenticity, overcoming hurdles, and the importance of being true to oneself. She provides a detailed account of her internal journey, mentorship experiences, handling high-stress situations.
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3 Warning Signs for Your Leadership is More Performance-Based than Authentic
You know that nagging feeling when something's off about your leadership but you can't quite name it?
Here's what it might be: You've become so skilled at looking like a leader that you've stopped actually leading. The difference between performing leadership and authentic leadership isn't just semantics—it's the difference between teams that comply and teams that commit.
Most leaders spend so much energy managing perceptions that they've forgotten what authentic leadership actually feels like.
In today’s episode, I discuss 3 warning signs that your leadership may be performance-based, rather than authentic leadership.
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My guest today is Karen Eber a captivating force in the world of storytelling and leadership. She is an award-winning, best-selling author, international consultant, TED and keynote speaker that has educated and inspired over three million people globally.
As the CEO and Chief Storyteller of Eber Leadership Group, Karen helps companies build leaders, teams, and culture, one story at a time.
Karen’s book, The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire
On today's episode Karen shares that impactful communication starts with the audience: understanding what they need to know, how you want them to feel, and what action you want them to take. Too often, leaders default to slides and corporate jargon. Karen challenges this by helping them lead with clarity and connection, making communication more intentional and authentic.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 15:00 — Crafting the Perfect Story
Minute 18:00 — Integrating Storytelling in Leadership
Minute 22:00 — Overcoming Storytelling Challenges
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Are you a performance-based or presence-based leader?
“Authenticity” sounds great—until you're in the room wondering how to actually show up that way. This week’s episode dives into the real shift: from performance to presence.
Because teams can always tell when you're managing impressions versus contributing real value. You’ll learn the four subtle but powerful shifts that move you from polished to present—and why your presence is your most authentic brand.
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In today's episode, I and a panel of incredible women leaders discuss challenges and triumphs of women in leadership.
The Panelists are:
Patty Escoe, VP Texas Plan Operations
Vanessa Peace
Lauren McKinnon, communications expert and CEO of Project Mockingbird
Dr. Steffanie Grossman, licensed psychologist and owner of Dakota Therapy & Consulting
Our conversation delves into authentic leadership, the importance of living intentionally, and the power of personal branding.
Panelists share personal stories and strategies for maintaining authenticity in demanding professional environments.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: Personal Stories and Authentic Leadership
Minute 20: Strategies for Intentional Living
Minute 35: Building Personal Brand & Networking
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Saying yes to everything? Hiding your real opinions? Always "on"?
That’s not leadership—it’s a people-pleasing trap. This week’s episode breaks down how lack of boundaries quietly kills authentic personal brands—and what to do instead.
Because the strongest personal brands aren’t built on being available 24/7. They’re built on alignment, clarity, and the courage to say no.
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Lorraine Lee, an award-winning keynote speaker and author, redefines what it means to have a presence. Her journey from LinkedIn to becoming a thought leader highlights the importance of being seen and heard in both physical and digital spaces.
Lorraine emphasizes that presence isn't just about commanding a room but also about being intentional in everyday interactions. Her book, "Unforgettable Presence," offers actionable frameworks to help individuals build their career brand and navigate the complexities of modern professional life.
Lorraine's insights remind us that presence is holistic, empowering, and essential for personal and professional growth.
Presence is about being intentional and strategic in all interactions. Virtual presence is as crucial as physical presence in today's world. Building a career brand involves understanding and leveraging your unique strengths.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 10: The Journey to Unforgettable Presence
Minute 15: Defining Presence in the Modern
World Minute 20: Career Brand
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The Cost of the Comparison Game Seeing others win while you feel stuck?
That quiet comparison game is draining your focus and creativity.
This week’s episode unpacks why copying others’ success can pull you off track—and how to realign with your own Authentic Imprint.
Your most powerful brand isn’t about being better. It’s about being you.
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My guest today is Liz Haberberger President of Dale Carnegie Training of St. Louis & Kansas City.
Liz's story is a testament to the power of embracing change and pursuing one's passion. Starting as a fourth-grade teacher, Liz found herself at a crossroads, unsure of her future. Her journey took a transformative turn when she stumbled into the world of Dale Carnegie, where she discovered her true calling.
Liz's path was not without its challenges. Initially hesitant to take on the role of a business owner, she eventually embraced the opportunity, driven by a desire to shape her own destiny. Her leadership style, rooted in positivity and resilience, has been instrumental in her success.
Liz's mantra, "If it's not fun, I'm not doing it," reflects her commitment to finding joy in every endeavor. Today, Liz leads with a focus on growth, both for herself and her team. Her story is a reminder that sometimes the most unexpected paths lead to the most fulfilling destinations.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: From Teaching to Business Ownership
Minute 12: Embracing Change and Overcoming
Minute 20: Building Positive and Fun Work
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The problem with “just be yourself” "Just be yourself."
It's the most common advice in personal branding. It's also completely useless.
Why? Because most leaders have spent so many years being who they thought they should be that they've lost touch with who they actually are. You can't "just be yourself" if you don't know what that means anymore.
Today we’re exploring what it means to truly “be yourself.”
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My guest today Sarah Noll Wilson, a renowned executive coach and author, today she talks about how leaders can foster genuine connections and navigate the complexities of human interactions to Leadership. Sarah Noll Wilson's path to leadership was unconventional. With a background in theater, she transitioned into leadership development, driven by a passion for The Journey understanding human behavior. Her book, "Don't Feed the Elephants," explores the importance of addressing unspoken issues in teams and organizations, emphasizing the need for open conversations.
The Power of Repair: A central theme in Wilson's work is the concept of "repair" in relationships. She highlights how small, everyday interactions can build or break trust. By focusing on repair, leaders can create environments where team members feel valued and understood. This approach not only strengthens relationships but also enhances team performance.
Authenticity in Leadership: Wilson stresses the importance of authenticity in leadership. She believes that leaders who embrace their vulnerabilities and show genuine care for their team members can foster a culture of trust and collaboration. Her insights encourage leaders to close the gap between intention and impact, ensuring their actions align with their values.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 8: "Repair" in Relationships
Minute 13: Importance of Authenticity in Leadership
Minute 18: Closing The Gap Between Intention and Impact
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Why Personal Branding Feels So... Icky (And What to Do About It)
This month, we’re tackling a big myth: that personal branding means being polished, loud, or self-promotional. And for many leaders I work with, that can feel... icky.
The truth? The most effective leaders don’t try to be impressive—they focus on being irreplaceable.
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Deb Coviello, the "Drop-In CEO," shares her transformative journey from a high-powered corporate role to a fulfilling career as an author, speaker, and consultant. Her story is a testament to the power of authenticity and the courage to embrace change. The Journey to Authenticity: Deb's career began in the corporate world, where she excelled in operational excellence and quality management. However, she reached a point where she felt something was missing.
"I realized I was given a gift," Deb shares, reflecting on her decision to leave the corporate world and pursue her true calling. This pivotal moment led her to discover her authentic voice and redefine her career path. The Drop-In CEO: During a podcast interview, Deb coined the term "Drop-In CEO," a title that perfectly encapsulates her approach to leadership. "I drop into businesses, partner with C-suite leaders, solve issues, and build team confidence," she explains. This unique branding has become her hallmark, allowing her to differentiate herself in the entrepreneurial space.
The CEO's Compass: Deb's book, "The CEO's Compass," offers a fresh perspective on leadership. It emphasizes the importance of peace of mind as the ultimate goal, rather than just chasing results. "We can fix people, processes, and platforms, but true success comes from achieving peace of mind," Deb asserts. Her compass guides leaders to reflect on their past, celebrate their achievements, and build trust within their teams.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: The Drop-In CEO
Minute 15: Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurial Life
Minute 30: The CEO's Compass
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Decision Fatigue: The Hidden Productivity Killer
There’s a hidden productivity killer that’s costing leaders—and the global economy—billions every year: decision fatigue. By mid-afternoon, your ability to make strategic, mission-aligned choices can drop by up to 50%, leaving you drained and reactive. The problem isn’t your willpower; it’s that your brain’s limited mental energy is being sapped by countless trivial decisions throughout the day.
This episode dives into a simple but powerful solution: creating a decision hierarchy that automates routine choices, systematizes others, delegates what can be passed on, and reserves your best mental energy for decisions that truly matter.
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My guest today is Sara Nay. Her journey from intern to CEO at Duct Tape Marketing is a testament to resilience and strategic growth. Her story is not just about personal success but also about empowering small businesses to thrive amidst change.
In our conversation, Sara emphasizes the need for businesses to future-proof themselves by understanding the evolving role of AI. At Duct Tape Marketing, they conducted an exercise to help team members identify tasks that could be AI-assisted, allowing them to focus on human-centric roles. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also empowers employees to leverage their strengths.
Sara's upcoming book, "Unchained: Breaking Free from Broken Marketing Models," aims to empower small businesses by advocating for strategy before tactics. She believes that small businesses can take ownership of their marketing by working with fractional CMOs and integrating AI systems strategically
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Intern to CEO
Minute 22: Team Engagement and Culture
Minute 35: Personal Growth and Mindset
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Energy Management: The Leadership Superpower No One Talks About
This week, we’re challenging one of the most common myths in leadership: that optimizing your time is the key to success. The truth? Many high-achieving leaders have perfectly organized calendars and they’re still exhausted, unfulfilled, and disconnected from their most meaningful goals.
In this episode, we explore a powerful shift: managing your energy, not just your time, in service of goals that align with your authentic purpose. If you’ve been feeling drained despite “doing everything right,” this episode is for you.
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After a decade in corporate America, she felt a calling to make a more profound impact. Her journey from a high-powered sales role to founding a nonprofit is a testament to the power of vision and determination. In this episode my guest Jessica Bartnick Co-Founder and CEO of Foundation for Choice shares her story, challenges, and the incredible impact her organization has had on countless lives.
The Leap from Corporate to Nonprofit: Jessica spent over ten years in various sales and management roles, but something was missing. "I felt unfulfilled," she recalls. The turning point came when she realized the need to give back and make a difference. This realization led her to start volunteering at a school, which eventually inspired her to establish a nonprofit focused on helping low-income students access education.
The Power of Mentorship: Mentorship plays a crucial role in Jessica's organization. By pairing students with mentors, they provide the tools and resources needed to succeed.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 10: The Turning Point
Minute 15: Overcoming Challenges in the Nonprofit Sector
Minute 35: Loll's Inspiring Story
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How Scattered Attention is Destroying Leadership Effectiveness
This week on the podcast, I'm tackling one of the biggest threats to leadership effectiveness today: scattered attention. With executives checking email every 6 minutes and switching between apps over 1,000 times a day, it's no surprise that strategic thinking has become a lost art. But here’s the truth—this constant fragmentation isn’t just exhausting, it’s eroding your ability to focus on what matters most: goals that align with your authentic mission.
In this episode, we explore how to reclaim your focus by aligning your attention with meaningful work. Tune in, take notes, and start protecting your most valuable resource: your focus.
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My guest today is Christian Nunes, the dynamic founder and CEO of Equity Bound Solutions
Christian, who brings a wealth of experience as a licensed clinical social worker and former trauma therapist, delves into the pressing issue of bias in AI development. She explains how the implicit biases of AI developers can inadvertently influence technology, leading to algorithmic biases.
Christian shares her journey from social work to becoming a thought leader in AI ethics, emphasizing the need for intersectional and inclusive leadership in tech. She discusses the importance of involving diverse voices in AI development to prevent harm and ensure that technology serves all of humanity equitably.
Through her work, Christian advises tech companies on addressing issues. Christian's passion for continuous learning and her commitment to social impact shine through as she offers practical advice for leaders navigating the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 10: Christian's Journey to AI Ethics
Minute 20: Addressing Algorithmic Bias
Minute 25: Challenges in Addressing AI Bias
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Why Doing More is Making You Less Effective
Real productivity isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most. Too many high-performing leaders are stuck in a cycle of back-to-back meetings, endless tasks, and constant motion—yet making little real progress toward their most meaningful goals.
This week’s episode dives into the hidden trap of “performative productivity” and why aligning with your authentic purpose is the key to breakthrough results.
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In this insightful interview, Jeff Hancher delves into his transformative journey from humble beginnings as a truck driver to becoming a renowned leadership trainer, keynote speaker, and author. Jeff shares the pivotal moment when he decided to leave a successful corporate career at Cintas to pursue his passion for leadership development and training.
He emphasizes the importance of providing firm feedback in leadership, a theme central to his book, "Firm Feedback in a Fragile World." Throughout the conversation, Jeff highlights the critical role of mentors in his life, recounting how their guidance and tough conversations helped shape his career and personal growth. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to entrepreneurship, particularly during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how he navigated these obstacles with resilience and determination.
Jeff also explores the concept of living authentically and the significance of building strong, supportive relationships in both personal and professional settings. He encourages leaders to embrace tough conversations as opportunities for transformation and growth, underscoring the idea that effective leadership is about driving engagement rather than mere compliance. The interview concludes with Jeff's call to action for leaders to seek continuous learning and development, whether through his book, podcast, or other resources.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: Transition to Entrepreneurship
Minute 10: The Power of Firm Feedback
Minute 20: Building Strong Relationships
Minute 30: Overcoming Challenges
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The Leadership Gap That's Sabotaging Your Best Intentions
You’re being transparent, but your team still feels guarded. Sound familiar? Michael faced this exact challenge—he was open with his emotions but unintentionally created uncertainty.
The gap wasn’t in his honesty, but in how his emotions were showing up for others. In today's Weekly Leader's Digest episode, we’re unpacking how emotional recognition—balancing hope, trust, compassion, and stability—can close that gap and build authentic leadership presence.
Bonus: Did hear my big announcement last week? I’m launching a NEW BOOK in September called The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within
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In this episode of the Dominate Your Day podcast, I speak with Beth Cocuzza, nonprofit strategist, founder of Almavina Strategic Partners and author of Promises Broken: Reclaiming Your Health and Humanity When Mission-Driven Work Lets You Down.
Beth shares her journey of recognizing the importance of boundaries after experiencing a toxic work environment. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of knowing and respecting your limits.
One of the key takeaways from Beth's story is the importance of recognizing the signs that boundaries are needed. Whether it's physical symptoms like back pain or emotional exhaustion, these signals are your body's way of telling you something needs to change.
Beth's journey also underscores the importance of clearly defining and communicating your boundaries. She shares how setting limits on work interactions and prioritizing personal time helped her regain control over her life.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 15: Common Themes in Toxic Workplaces
Minute 20: Recognizing Red Flags
Minute 25: Stories of Transformation
Minute 30: The Importance of Support Networks
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The Conversation You've Been Avoiding Is Costing You More Than You Think
What’s one conversation you’ve been avoiding? Chances are, it’s costing you—your energy, your team’s morale, maybe even your leadership credibility.
Rebecca, a leader I worked with recently, had been putting off a tough conversation with a team member for three months. Her reason? “I don’t want to damage the relationship.” But in trying to protect one, she was quietly harming several others—and her own influence in the process.
In this Weekly Leader’s Digest episode, you’ll learn the four-step framework we used to help Rebecca step into that conversation with authenticity, emotional clarity, and confidence. Because the conversation you’re avoiding may just be the one that defines your leadership legacy.
Bonus: I also have a 🎉 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉 in today’s episode!
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In today's episode, our guest Chris Gillen, a self-described 'cultural firestarter' and author of 'The Villain Trap: How Leaders Lose Power Through Blame—and How to Take It Back. shares his journey from growing up in a family of intentional victims to becoming a passionate advocate for accountability and transparency in leadership.
Chris delves into how his grandfather's teachings profoundly shaped his outlook on life and leadership. He discusses the societal challenges of blame culture, both at home and in the workplace, and the critical importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions.
Chris also introduces his latest venture, Caller Base AI, an artificial intelligence platform aimed at revolutionizing customer service for small and medium businesses. Offering actionable insights from his book and his experience in leadership roles at major corporations like Target and Home Depot, Chris provides valuable guidance on fostering a culture of accountability and empathy.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 6: The Villain Trap: Concept and Application
Minute 16: The Villain Trap at Home
Minute 28: Leadership and Authenticity
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The Question That Changed Everything
What if the key to unlocking your team's potential isn’t in having the right answers—but in asking the right questions? One operations director was stuck in 70-hour workweeks, constantly solving problems her team wouldn’t take on.
Everything changed when she asked just one powerful question: “What would you do if I weren’t here?” In this week’s Weekly Leader’s Digest episode, we explore how real influence comes not from control, but from curiosity.
You’ll learn five types of questions that not only solve problems—but build problem solvers.
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My guest today is Adam McGraw.
Adam shares his compelling journey from being an executive at American Express to building his own unique community called Crew. He recounts key moments, such as stumbling upon the influential book 'Positive Intelligence' and his life-changing meeting with the author, which led him to introspection and eventually to leave his corporate life.
Adam discusses how this pivot allowed him to focus on creating a diverse and authentic community for leaders seeking personal and professional fulfillment. The conversation delves into the challenges of change, the importance of meaningful connections, and staying true to oneself in both career and life.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: The Turning Point: Discovering Positive Intelligence
Minute 18: Creating a Diverse Leadership Ecosystem
Minute 22: Human Connection in a Post-COVID World
Minute 27: The Mission and Ethos of Crew
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The Listening Blind Spot Costing You Breakthrough Ideas You’re asking for innovation—but are you really hearing it?
There is a hidden communication gap that many leaders miss: the listening blind spot. One executive couldn’t understand why his team wasn’t sharing bold ideas—until he realized his own responses were shutting them down.
True listening isn’t just about staying quiet. It’s learning to tune into different dimensions of what your team is saying. In today’s episode, discover the four authentic listening patterns that unlock creativity, trust, and real breakthroughs.
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Picture this: A brilliant CEO delivers a flawless presentation—every slide polished, every fact spot-on. But the room is distracted.
Why? Because while her competence was clear, her connection wasn’t. This week, we’re exploring a powerful truth: when it comes to communication, people don’t follow your expertise—they follow your authentic conviction. It’s not about better words. It’s about real connection.
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Today I talk with Liz Weber, a renowned leadership coach and strategic thinker.
Liz, recognized among the Top 30 global leadership gurus, shares her insights on the current workplace challenges faced by leaders.
The discussion delves into succession planning, the importance of culture, and how to navigate complex leadership dynamics. Liz provides a compelling case study of transforming a community bank’s culture over seven years, emphasizing the value of strategic planning and continuous development.
The episode also highlights the crucial role of boards and the benefits of skip-level meetings to foster better communication and understanding within organizations.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 8: The Importance of Organizational Culture
Minute 13: Case Study: Transforming a Community Bank
Minute 20: The Role of Boards in Organizational Success
Minute 25: Succession Planning for Future Leaders
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Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored how to grow through strategic thinking, relationship building, and influence.
Today, we’re focusing on what may be the most critical capability of all: executing. We've all seen great ideas lose momentum before they become reality.
The gap between intention and execution is one of the biggest challenges leaders face. But the leaders who consistently deliver results aren’t relying on complex systems—they’re using simple, powerful practices to drive clarity, accountability, and follow-through.
Let’s dive into three actions you can take this week to strengthen execution on your team.
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Today I welcome Terry L. Fossum, a military veteran, bestselling author, and successful TEDx speaker.
Terry shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in McAllen, Texas, to achieving significant success through the power of effective communication and goal setting. He offers valuable insights for those looking to make a lasting impact, including essential tips for securing and excelling in a TEDx talk.
Additionally, Terry highlights mindset shifts necessary for overcoming self-doubt and maximizing one's authentic potential. This conversation is filled with practical advice and inspirational stories designed to help listeners find and use their unique voice to dominate their day.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Terry's Background and Journey
Minute 3: Overcoming Adversity
Minute 5: The Power of Authenticity
Minute 10: The Importance of Public Speaking
Minute 11: Booking a TEDx Talk
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How can our Influencing strengths support skill development?
Welcome to week three of our June series on Upskilling Through Strengths! This week, we’re turning our focus to how influencing strengths can supercharge learning and skill development across your team.
Traditional training often falls short because it emphasizes content over connection. But leaders who create lasting learning impact aren't always the most experienced—they’re the ones who know how to inspire, engage, and influence.
Let’s explore how you can tap into the power of influence to spark enthusiasm and make learning stick.
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On today's episode, I have a fascinating chat with Landi Jac, a world-recognized keynote speaker and consultant who, alongside her husband Mike, has designed a life of global travel and impactful work.
We delve into Landi's journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, highlighting key pivots such as rejecting a surprising career as an industrial spy. Landi shares her philosophy of building a business around life values rather than conforming life to professional demands.
The conversation covers trends in the marketplace, the significance of mindset, and the crucial role of authenticity and core values in leadership. We also discuss emerging trends for 2035, the revolutionary potential of AI, and the importance of human connection amidst technological advances.
This episode emphasizes the power of living authentically and the profound impact of building trust and community.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: From Corporate to Entrepreneurship
Minute 5: Core Values and Personal Philosophy
Minute 11: Mindset and Authentic Leadership
Minute 15: Transformational Coaching and Client Success
Minute 20: Future Trends and Technology
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Welcome back to our June series on Upskilling Through Strengths! Last week, we explored strategic thinking.
This week, we’re focusing on a skill that’s more valuable than ever in our digital world: building authentic connections. In a screen-driven workplace, the ability to form genuine relationships is essential.
Teams with strong relational skills collaborate more effectively, spark innovation, and navigate change with greater ease.
So how can we help our teams build those connections?
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My guest today is Tara Halliday, an expert in imposter syndrome. Tara shares her journey from engineering to holistic therapy, and her groundbreaking discovery linking imposter syndrome to the belief that one's worth is conditional upon their achievements.
She discusses her 90-day transformation program designed to eliminate imposter syndrome by changing the brain's perception of identity threats. Tara also highlights the common behaviors associated with imposter syndrome and offers practical insights for leaders and high achievers.
The conversation provides deep insights into the prevalence of imposter syndrome, its impact on high performers, and effective strategies for overcoming it. Tara's books 'Unmasking the Coach's Guide to Imposter Syndrome' and 'Outsmart Imposter Syndrome' are also mentioned as resources for understanding and addressing this pervasive issue.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Understanding Imposter Syndrome
Minute 4: Addressing Imposter Syndrome in the Workplace
Minute 5: Neurofeedback and Personal Development
Minute 7: Systematic Program to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Minute 9: Root Causes and Cultural Impact
Minute 26: Client Success Stories
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We're kicking off our June Weekly Leaders Digest series focused on Upskilling Through Strengths.
In today’s fast-paced world, strengthening our ability to think ahead, analyze information, and spot trends is essential.
The good news? You don’t need complex training programs—small, intentional practices can lead to big growth.
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My guest today is strengths coach and negotiation expert Susie Tomenchok. We discuss the importance of discovering authentic purpose and how a negotiator's mindset can transform personal and professional interactions.
Susie shares actionable insights on framing asks, emotional agility, and advocating for oneself. Throughout the conversation, Susie illustrates the power of clear communication and relationship building through impactful stories, both from her corporate journey and personal experiences.
Tune in to learn how to harness your strengths and navigate high-stakes situations with confidence.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: The Negotiator Mindset: Key Concepts and Personal Stories
Minute 5:13 Empowering Women in Negotiation
Minute 7:11 Building Confidence and Authenticity
Minute 14: The Role of Strengths in Personal and Professional Growth
Minute 19: High Stakes Conversations and Framing Techniques
Minute 27: Emotional Agility and Leadership in Today's Workplace
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How do you lead others through uncertainty?
Here's what I've observed working with leaders across industries: Uncertainty doesn't just create challenges—it creates fear. And fear paralyzes teams faster than anything else.
The greatest leadership opportunity during change isn't providing all the answers—because let's be honest, you don't have them all! It's creating clarity within chaos. This is where understanding your natural talents becomes such a powerful advantage. When you lead from your authentic strengths rather than trying to become someone you're not, you create a steadiness that others can feel and follow.
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Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Andrew's Distributing Bonnie Edicott is my guest today.
Bonnie takes us through her journey from consulting to leadership roles in various companies, including IBM, Capital One, and Southwest Airlines.
Bonnie highlights the importance of self-care, being authentic, and building relationships. She emphasizes knowing and leveraging one's strengths, seeking help when needed, and creating engaging work cultures. Her journey provides valuable insights for leaders contemplating or navigating career transitions, stressing the significance of maintaining personal well-being and genuine connections in the workplace.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 15: The Importance of Recognition in the Workplace
Minute 16: Adapting to Changing Work Expectations
Minute 18: Bringing Authenticity to Work
Minute 26: The Power of Strengths in Leadership
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The impact of change fatigue
Let's discuss something that affects every single leader I work with: change fatigue. Change fatigue is real. And it's costly.
The research shows leaders experiencing constant change report 65% higher burnout rates and 40% decreased effectiveness in their decision-making. But here's the insight that transformed my own approach to change: The problem isn't necessarily the change itself, it's that we're approaching it through time management instead of energy management. Think about it.
Most of us try to schedule our way through change. We create detailed timelines, we block calendar time, we manage our minutes—but we completely ignore our energy. And energy is the true currency of change. This is where understanding your natural talents becomes so powerful. I've found that when you work through your natural pattern of talents—the things that energize rather than drain you—you actually create energy during change instead of just consuming it.
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On today's episode, I chat with Dana Renee McKenney, the President of Visit Tulsa.
We discuss Renee's career journey through various roles at Southwest Airlines, Disney, and her leadership in Tulsa. Renee shares insights on building an authentic brand, the significance of mentorship, and the challenges and rewards of taking bold career steps. She reflects on her learnings from high school initiatives, like starting a drill team, to her current project of transforming Tulsa through community and cultural initiatives.
Key takeaways include the importance of fun in leadership, building a supportive community, and the drive to leave a lasting legacy.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Facing Challenges and Embracing Vulnerability
Minute 10: Building a Vision for Tulsa
Minute 18: Creating a Positive Team Culture
Minute 25: Legacy and Future Aspirations
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Is your team resistant to change?
"I know this change is necessary, but my team just won't get on board."
Does that sound familiar?
Here's what I have noticed: the challenge usually isn't the change itself. It's the disconnection that happens during transition. When your team members resist, they're rarely being stubborn. Instead, they're expressing unmet needs for safety, clarity, or purpose. They just might not have the words to say it directly.
One of the most powerful tools I use with my clients is understanding each person's unique pattern of natural talents. When we know how people are naturally wired to think, feel, and behave, we gain incredible insight into how they process change.
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Today I welcome Danny Brassell to share his transformative life story. Danny recounts his diverse career path, starting from journalism and teaching to becoming a sought-after speaker and coach.
He discusses his key moments of resilience, the impact of losing everything in a real estate scam, and how he rebuilt his life by embracing authenticity and positivity. Danny offers practical advice on crafting compelling stories, the importance of vulnerability, and focusing on failure to connect with audiences.
He also shares insights on constructing effective presentations and establishing a personal mission statement.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Finding Positivity and Purpose
Minute 4: Biblical Inspiration and Encouragement
Minute 16: The Power of a Single Call to Action
Minute 22: The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership
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The Hidden Cost of Resisting Change
Have you noticed how resistance to change isn't just a mindset issue, it's an energy drain? Many leaders I work with discover they're spending up to 40% of their mental and emotional resources fighting changes they ultimately can't control.
This resistance creates anxiety, decreases productivity, and prevents innovation precisely when you need it most.
Instead of resisting, what if you used your natural strengths as anchors during change?
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My guest today is Dr. Olga Romero who shares her inspiring journey from a corporate communications leader at Southwest Airlines to becoming a transformative figure in education.
She discusses her pivotal moment of self-realization and her bold transition to teaching, leading to her role as a director at the Fort Worth School District. Olga reveals the challenges she faced and the importance of mindset shifts, mentorship, and building strong relationships.
She also highlights her successes in transforming an underperforming school to an A-rated institution and her innovative work in launching the first hybrid school in Texas. Listen to Olga's story of determination, passion for education, and relentless pursuit of making a difference in the lives of students and educators.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Finding Purpose and Making a Difference
Minute 9: Innovative Educational Initiatives
Minute 18: Building Relationships and Empathy Interviews
Minute 24: A Poignant Story
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How can you make an impact in your community?
We're wrapping up our April wellbeing series by talking about community — feeling connected to and involved with the places and people around you. In 2025, with the division and challenges we're facing, many leaders feel pulled between work demands and wanting to make a difference.
Gallup defines community wellbeing as feeling engaged with the area where you live. Their research shows that people who feel connected to their communities are more resilient; community involvement actually helps buffer against stress and loneliness.
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On today's episode, I engage in a rich conversation with Mariana Fagnilli , a pioneer in the field of inclusion-driven performance. Mariana talks her journey from being an attorney in Argentina to becoming a leader in diversity and inclusion in corporate America.
We discuss the evolution and current challenges of DEI initiatives, the importance of measuring inclusion's impact on organizational performance, and how employee resource groups (ERGs) can be leveraged as innovation accelerators.
Mariana also sheds light on her new framework and upcoming book on inclusion, offering valuable insights for leaders looking to navigate the complexities of modern-day organizational dynamics.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Challenges and Evolution of DEI
Minute 4: Inclusion Driven Performance Framework
Minute 6: Mariana's Personal Journey
Minute 25: Future of ERGs and Inclusion
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Do you feel like you’re running on empty?
Today, let's talk about physical energy: the fuel that powers everything we do as leaders. You’re not alone. Despite apps and devices that promise to make us more productive, many of us end up running on empty.
Gallup defines physical wellbeing simply as having good health and enough energy to get things done each day. Their research shows that physical wellbeing directly affects our emotions. When we feel physically good, we're less likely to feel down or anxious, and we bounce back faster from challenges.
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Today I welcome Dr. Gloria Salvo, a Doctor and seasoned clinical cancer researcher from Argentina, now in the US, who shares her remarkable journey from traditional medicine to holistic healing.
Gloria discusses her early inspirations, the challenges she faced adapting her medical career after moving to the US, and her pivot to research and compassionate inquiry. She delves into how she combines her medical expertise with life coaching and compassionate inquiry to help women heal from chronic illnesses, connecting physical health with emotional traumas.
Gloria emphasizes the importance of understanding the whole person, not just the illness, and shares insights on the transformative power of self-awareness and healing trauma. She also introduces her company, Return to Wholeness, aimed at fostering holistic health and authentic living for women.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Gloria's Journey to Becoming a Doctor
Minute 4: Discovering the Human Side of Medicine
Minute 7: Pivot to Coaching and Compassionate Inquiry
Minute 11: The Importance of Healing and Authenticity
Minute 17: Challenges Women Face and the Role of Stress
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Let’s talk about money
And I don’t mean just having money, but feeling good about how you handle it. With prices still going up and jobs changing so much in 2025, many of us feel pressured to make money choices based on what others think we should do.
Gallup says financial wellbeing isn't about being rich; it's about managing what you have in a way that works for you. Their research shows that when you feel secure about money, you're less stressed, less anxious, and generally happier.
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My guest today is Hortense le Gentil the Author of 'The Unlocked Leader.'
Our conversation explores Hortense's personal journey and motivation for writing the book—a guide to help leaders unlock their full potential by facing their fears, breaking free from mind traps, and listening to their inner voice.
Hortense shares insights about authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and the impact of early mindsets, drawing from personal experiences and client stories. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, spiritual growth, and the transformative power of following one's true path.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Authentic Leadership: Finding Your Voice
Minute 7: Mind Traps: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
Minute 8: Personal Journey: Facing Fears and Making Changes
Minute 13: Practical Advice: Navigating Difficult Situations
Minute 17: The Power of Inner Voice and Spirituality
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The key to fighting loneliness
Isn't it weird how in 2025, with all our amazing tech, we're more connected than ever but many of us feel lonelier? Gallup found that good relationships aren't just about having people around — they're about having people around who know the real you.
Their studies show that spending at least six hours a day with people you care about makes a huge difference in how you feel overall.
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My guest today is Georgi Enthoven, an advocate for using business as a force for good.
Georgi shares her journey of finding her authentic self, moving from ambition-driven to meaningful work, and balancing a successful career while making a positive impact.
Highlights include her experiences in Mexico, writing her book 'Work That's Worth It,' and her mission to help young professionals find fulfilling and impactful careers. The episode offers insights on self-reflection, the importance of aligning personal values with professional goals, and moving towards authentic living.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Journey to Finding Purpose
Minute 7: Balancing Ambition and Meaning
Minute11: Motherhood and Career Transition
Minute15:The Birth of the Book
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Do you like what you do each day?
Let's talk about purpose – that feeling that what you do really matters. With AI doing more and more of our work, I keep hearing leaders ask, "What's my purpose when a computer can do my job?"
But purpose starts with a simple question: Do you like what you do each day? If you can say yes to that, you're twice as likely to be thriving overall.
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In this second part of our 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 panel we have a comprehensive discussion on how organizations can move beyond basic inclusion to ensure women feel heard, valued, and supported within a community with purpose.
We discuss the importance of leadership commitment, accountability, and effective ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) as tools for showcasing women's value in organizations.
The panel also discusses practical advice on career negotiations, the significance of physical well-being, mentorship, and personal branding. Various strategies are shared for women to advocate for themselves and navigate their career growth while balancing personal commitments.
Our panelists are:
𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻 – VP, AT&T (Social Wellbeing)
𝗗𝗿. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗼 – Medical Doctor (Physical Wellbeing)
𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 – Finance Communications Leader (Financial Wellbeing)
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶 – Inclusion & Community Consultant (Community Wellbeing)
𝗩𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 – VP, American Cancer Society (Career Wellbeing)
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: The Role of ERGs in Women's Success
Minute 4: Asking for Financial Opportunities
Minute 8: Physical Wellbeing and its impact
Minute 12: Finding Mentorship and Sponsorship
Minute 16: Purpose
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How do you lead through digital change?
This week, as we continue celebrating Women’s History Month, we’re diving into the world of digital transformation and how trailblazing leaders like Ginni Rometty are leading the charge. Ginni’s work at IBM, where she shifted the focus from traditional degrees to skill-based hiring, shows that tech innovation thrives when people are put first. Her "new collar jobs" initiative revolutionized the tech industry, proving that humanity and vision must lead the way in digital change.
Ready to learn how to lead through tech disruption while keeping people at the forefront?
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In this empowering session focused on accelerating women's wellbeing. I moderate an an eclectic panel of influential women. The panelists are
𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻 – VP, AT&T (Social Wellbeing)
𝗗𝗿. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗼 – Medical Doctor (Physical Wellbeing)
𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 – Finance Communications Leader (Financial Wellbeing)
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶 – Inclusion & Community Consultant (Community Wellbeing)
𝗩𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 – VP, American Cancer Society (Career Wellbeing)
Our discussion delves into the five key areas of well-being as defined by Gallup: purpose and career, social and relationships, financial, physical, and community.
The panelists share personal stories, professional insights, and actionable advice aimed at helping women thrive in both their personal and professional lives. Key topics include the importance of self-care, maintaining authentic relationships, financial wellness, physical health, and building a supportive community.
This session aims to inspire and equip with tools to better manage their well-being, and ultimately lead fulfilling and balanced lives.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 13: Career Well-being Insights
Minute 17: Understanding Daily Patterns
Minute 18: Networking for Introverts
Minute 19: The Power of Relationships
Minute 21: Women's Health and Well-being
Minute 28: Financial Well-being and Values
Minute 32: Community Well-being and Connection
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Leading with authenticity
This week, we’re exploring how authentic leadership drives change and leaves a lasting impact. When you lead from a place of true self-awareness, like former CEO Rosalind Brewer, you can transform industries and create meaningful opportunities for others. Her journey—from unit supervisor to Fortune 500 CEO—shows us that the most powerful leadership is rooted in values, strategy, and legacy-building.
Ready to lead authentically and make a real difference?
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Lia Garvin, also known as the Team Whisperer, shares her journey from managing team operations at Microsoft, Apple, and Google to becoming a successful team management consultant and author.
Lia discusses the challenges she faced in improving communication and team efficiency in big tech, and how she transitioned to helping smaller businesses. She emphasizes the importance of effective management, personal brand building, and leveraging empathy to foster better workplace relationships.
Lia also talks about her three books, 'Unstuck,' 'The Unstoppable Team,' and 'The New Manager Playbook,' which provide actionable strategies for overcoming personal and professional barriers, building high-performing teams, and supporting new managers. She concludes by highlighting her mission to transform a million managers and improve workplace experiences globally.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Taking the Leap to Entrepreneurship
Minute 6: Building a Personal Brand
Minute 17: The New Manager Playbook
Minute 20: Advice for New Managers
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Bridging innovation gaps
This month, as we celebrate Women's History Month, we're highlighting women who have trailblazed in their fields and the lessons we can learn from their leadership journeys. Today I want to explore the question: how do you bridge innovation gaps?
One standout leader is Rachel Moyle Smith, who revolutionized veterans’ healthcare. Her approach teaches us that innovation often comes from finding the right connections and building smart partnerships.
Ready to bridge innovation gaps in your own work?
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My guest today is Robyn Brown, founder of Bold Idea, a nonprofit organization in Dallas focused on expanding access to computer science education for students in grades 3 through 12.
Robyn shares her personal story of how she transitioned from a public relations career to launching Bold Idea, motivated by her own experiences and a passion for mentoring. The organization partners with the Dallas Public School District to deliver after-school coding clubs, leveraging tech professionals as volunteer mentors.
Robyn discusses the importance of critical thinking, the impact of their programs on under-resourced communities, and how they are now the only out-of-school provider for computer science education in the district. She emphasizes the value of maintaining personal well-being while managing the organization and her vision for future collaborations to further support students. Additional insights include her advice for aspiring difference-makers and the long-term relationships built with students.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 6: Building Bold Idea: Early Challenges and Successes
Minute 8: Mentorship and Community Impact
Minute 12: Future Goals and Advice for Aspiring Change-Makers
Minute 27: Sustaining Well-being as a Founder
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What does it mean to trailblaze?
As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, we’re going to be exploring what it means to trailblaze as a leader. When I think of women trailblazers, I think of Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour, America's first black female combat pilot. Her story is a reminder that breaking barriers isn’t just about personal success—it’s about creating pathways for others to follow.
In today’s episode, I discuss how you can step into your own authority, document your journey to help others, and build a support system that strengthens your leadership.
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In this engaging conversation, my guest Josh Elledge shares his dynamic journey from a Navy broadcast journalist to becoming a chief revenue officer and successful entrepreneur.
He reveals how his diverse experiences, mentorships, and commitment to authenticity shaped his career. Throughout the discussion, Josh emphasizes the importance of relationships, giving back, and leveraging one's strengths.
He also provides practical advice on persevering through challenges, staying true to one's values, and continuously evolving by interacting with others. Aspiring business leaders and entrepreneurs will find valuable insights into building a network, aligning with their true selves, and thriving in their professional endeavors.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 7: Building Relationships and Business Growth
Minute 16: Finding Alignment and Authenticity
Minute 28: The Power of Persistence
Minute 30 Building Professional Credibility
Minute 40: Aligning with Your True Self
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Julia Henning, a lifestyle designer who shares her journey from acting to becoming a life coach and author.
Julia discusses the gap she identified in the coaching industry and how she blends counseling with coaching to help people design lives that align with their true selves. She delves into her personal struggles with privilege, authenticity, and the pivotal moments that led her to her true calling.
Our conversation covers the importance of saying no, creating space for self-reflection, and letting life be easy. Julia also introduces her book 'It Gets to Be Easy If You Let It,' upcoming retreats, and a new podcast, 'Easy AF.'
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Julia's Journey to Authenticity
Minute 13:Mindset Shifts and Authenticity
Minute 29:The Power of Saying No
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My guest is Jennifer Robin Wilson
Today, Jennifer talks about her inspiring journey from being a registered midwife to becoming the CEO of a family business, and now transitioning into a writer and coach.
Jennifer shares her life pivots, the challenges of running a homestay placement company for international students, and the lessons she learned about leadership and personal growth. She also delves into the importance of authenticity, values, and strengths in navigating major life transitions, and offers advice for those considering significant career changes.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Running and Growing the Family Business
Minute 8: Navigating Family Business Dynamics
Minute 13: Understanding Strengths and Talents
Minute 18: Writing "The Heart of Homestay"
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Today, I interview Dr. Shree W. Taylor, Vice President of Governmental Analytics and Innovation at Elder Research.
Shree shares her journey to leadership, starting from an early love for math and science, and navigating her way to a PhD and a career in mathematical modeling and consulting.
She emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself, leveraging one's strengths, and the critical role of teamwork and mentorship. Shree discusses her approach to innovation and AI, her leadership style founded on transparency and vulnerability, and offers advice for leaders and aspiring leaders on navigating change and fostering a strong team dynamic.
She also highlights the significance of continuous learning and how she incorporates her strengths and those of her team to drive success and excellence.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: Embracing AI and Innovation
Minute 12: Balancing Career and Family
Minute 15: Math in Everyday Life
Minute 26: Navigating Change and Team Dynamics
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Is your purpose future-proof?
“What worked yesterday might not work tomorrow.”
Have you heard this leadership maxim before? If we want to continue making an impact as leaders, we need to future-proof our purpose. What exactly does that mean? Simply put, it’s about adapting to change while staying true to your core mission. The leader you are today won’t be the leader you need to be tomorrow, next month, or even next year. Growth is constant, and leadership is no different.
A great example of this is Amy Purdy, a Paralympic medalist and motivational speaker who lost both of her legs at the age of 19. Her story is incredibly powerful because she teaches us that true growth isn’t about overcoming the boundaries others place on us—it’s about overcoming the ones we place on ourselves. Amy’s purpose has evolved over time, but the core of her mission—to inspire others—has never changed. The lesson here for all of us is clear: the leadership we provide today may look different from the leadership we provide tomorrow, but the essence of our purpose should remain grounded.
So this week, ask yourself: what’s holding you back from evolving into the leader you’re meant to be?
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On today's episode I welcome Becky Freemal, an award-winning storyteller, business founder, and fractional Chief Marketing Officer.
Becky shares her journey from a 24-year career in broadcast journalism to marketing and communication roles in the corporate world, and ultimately to becoming a fractional CMO.
Through stories and anecdotes, Becky discusses overcoming fear, the importance of storytelling in business, and how her strengths and experiences have aligned her with her authentic self. She also highlights the value of tools like CliftonStrengths for personal and professional development, and how she navigated writing her book, 'Brand Voice,' which aims to help businesses build their brand and connect with their audience.
Becky closes by sharing her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and the importance of balancing purpose with practical steps towards success.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 6: Discovering Strengths and Talents
Minute 19: Overcoming Scarcity Mindset
Minute 21: Aligning Life with Authentic Self
Minute 25: Intentional and Deliberate Actions
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How does your purpose scale?
As a leader, scaling your purpose means creating lasting impact that extends far beyond your immediate role. When you scale effectively, you create waves of positive change that continue even in your absence. This is something I’ve realized over time—every action, every word can have a ripple effect.
I’m reminded of Elaine Chao, whose leadership journey took her from the Peace Corps to the Department of Labor and then to Transportation. She scaled her mission of creating economic opportunity across different sectors. This week, I encourage you to intentionally consider how you can expand opportunities for others.
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Today I chat with Amy Chambers, who shares her inspirational journey from struggling to run a mile to completing multiple half marathons and full marathons.
Amy opens up about her decision to leave a 21-year corporate career to pursue her passions for writing and coaching. She discusses the significance of having a vision statement, the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive people, and offers practical advice for those looking to make a significant life transition.
Amy also shares insights from her two books on leadership and self-improvement, and hints at her upcoming projects.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: The Importance of Vision Statements
Minute 12: Overcoming Perfectionism and Talking Action
Minute 18: The Virtues Framework
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What do your actions say?
“Actions speak louder than words.”
It may be a cliche, but it’s true. Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture, is an excellent example of a leader who implements this truth, transforming her company through her visible commitment to digital innovation.
"Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence," she says. Her very leadership style exemplifies the truth that showing — not telling — is a powerful way to inspire the teams you lead.
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My guest today is Andy Lopata. A professional relationship strategist with notable clients such as PayPal and GlaxoSmithKline.
Andy shares his 25-year journey from corporate escapee to a networking expert, emphasizing the shift from 'networking' to 'professional relationship strategy.' He discusses the importance of building, nurturing, and leveraging relationships in the workplace, especially amid the complexities of hybrid working environments.
Andy also introduces his concept of a 'blended mindset' to balance strategic and relational networking, highlighting the power of curiosity, authenticity, and vulnerability in building trust. He offers practical insights into overcoming silos in organizations and how strategic relationship building can benefit leaders and teams. Our discussion concludes with Andy's perspective on future workplace trends, particularly around hybrid working and digital communication.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: The Evolution of Networking
Minute 8: Building Strategic RelationshipsMinute 12: The Blended Mindset
Minute 31: Future Trends in the Workplace
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Is your life aligned with your purpose?
Do you ever feel like you’re just going through the motions? I’ve been there. For me, defining a clear "why" helps me sharpen my decisions and adds meaning to my daily actions.
An example of defining your “why” that stands out to me is Robin Arzon, Vice President of Fitness Programming at Peloton. After surviving a dramatic hostage situation, she decided to shift from law to fitness as a means of empowering others. Her purpose—helping people become stronger—became the lens through which she made every decision.
Her work has had a profound impact, reaching millions of people. Robin’s story is a powerful reminder that when you live in alignment with your purpose, it’s not just about professional success; it’s about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
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Journal your way to a life with purpose. The Strengths Journal™ is the first and only Gallup-certified daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to dominate each day and ultimately– transform your life.
On today's episode, I welcome Laura and Barry Ash, who share their extraordinary journey from childhood friends playing superheroes to a dynamic couple transforming lives through their company, Rock Solid Health.
The pair discuss their unique love story, Laura’s challenging career transition from a police officer to a wellness advocate after a bipolar diagnosis, and Barry’s experiences from being a prison officer to a fitness professional. They delve into their development of the ACE method to combat burnout, emphasizing mental, physical, and emotional wellness.
Laura and Barry also explain key strategies they use to help clients overcome stress and burnout, ultimately transforming their lives much like superheroes. Their story is a powerful testament to living life by design and turning personal struggles into a mission to help others.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: The Birth of Rock Solid Health
Minute 7: Overcoming Burnout and Mental Health Struggles
Minute 16: The ACE Method for Burnout Recovery
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Journal your way to a life with purpose. The Strengths Journal™ is the first and only Gallup-certified daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to dominate each day and ultimately– transform your life.
Let’s close the year out strong
As we approach the end of the year, I want to invite you to take a moment to channel the popular TV show character: Ted Lasso. Like Ted, let’s tap into optimism, authenticity, and a people-first approach as we reflect on our strengths.
Think of it as your personal halftime talk—time to check in with yourself and your achievements, just as Ted would rally his team with encouragement and belief. Let’s recognize the strengths that have served us well this year and consider which might need a little more playing time in the coming year. As we close this year, believe in the power of your unique strengths and the impact they can have.
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Dr. Linda Shaw, a cognitive neuroscientist and experienced entrepreneur with a wealth of knowledge in unconscious processing of emotion and behavioral change is my guest today.
We discuss Dr. Shaw's intriguing career path from airline crew to neuroscience, her research on unconscious bias, and the importance of managing uncertainty rather than change in the workplace.
Dr. Shaw talks about unlocking hidden potential within teams, leveraging genius ideas, and the significance of effective communication in turbulent times. Our conversation also covers practical advice for leaders on how to navigate the evolving workplace landscape, and how to harness their own and their team's strengths for optimal performance.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 9: Understanding Consciousness and Unconscious Processing
Minute 12: Applying Neuroscience in the Workplace
Minute 24: Maximizing Strengths and Genius Ideas
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Where are your blind spots?
December’s here, and I know the pressure is on! This week, I’m sharing strategies to help you leverage your strengths to enhance your productivity, energy, and confidence, no matter where you are in your leadership journey. In particular, I want to explore how overusing strengths can lead to “blind spots” that might impact us negatively, as Robert Bruce Shaw describes in Leadership Blindspots. Our greatest strengths, if unbalanced, can turn into hindrances.
For instance, those with high Self-Assurance might miss valuable input, while those strong in Responsibility may overcommit. Recognizing these tendencies can help us use our strengths more effectively.
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Today I welcome Marla Mervis-Hartmann , a professional coach and TEDx speaker.
Marla talks to me about her new book, 'Befriend Yourself: Finding Freedom with Food and Peace with Your Body,' discussing her journey of overcoming a dysfunctional relationship with food and body image.
She talks about the importance of self-love, mindfulness, and dispelling negative self-talk. Our discussion delves into the societal pressures women face, the significance of emotional healing, and practical steps for improving body image and self-worth. Marla's candid reflections and expert advice offer valuable guidance for anyone looking to foster a healthier relationship with their body
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: The Impact of Diet Culture
Minute 8: Reclaiming Self-Worth and Body Sovereignty
Minute 25: Struggles and Societal Pressures
Minute 33: Positive Self-Talk and Healing
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The power of setting boundaries
Dr. Henry Cloud, an author and leadership coach, is well known for his work on boundaries. Defining and communicating boundaries can make a huge difference in our professional and personal lives. Cloud’s teachings remind us that we often “get what we tolerate,” so establishing boundaries that align with our strengths is key to fostering healthy, productive relationships.
This week, I encourage you to identify an area where you could reinforce or set a new boundary. By leveraging your strengths, you can communicate these boundaries effectively and respectfully. Let’s take these steps to boost both our productivity and well-being as we move forward!
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Enter into white space
As we enter Thanksgiving week, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the importance of “white space”—those strategic pauses that give us time to recharge and think deeply, as Juliette Funt discusses in her book, A Minute to Think. Whether you're gearing up for family gatherings or managing work responsibilities, white space is essential for our strengths to flourish and helps bring clarity to our goals.
This week, I encourage you to carve out brief “strengths minutes” for yourself. Take a few moments to jot down insights on what energizes you and what drains you, noting any patterns. This practice can help you repeat high-energy activities while navigating challenges with renewed awareness, even partnering with others who balance out your strengths.
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In today's episode of Dominate Your Day, visionary leader and entrepreneur Leigh Burgess discusses her journey from the academic corporate world to becoming a consultant and author.
Leigh shares insights from her personal experiences, including overcoming burnout, transitioning from roles at Dartmouth and Duke, and finding new pathways by creating the 'BOLD' framework, an acronym for Believe, Own, Learn, Design.
She explains how the pandemic catalyzed her personal transformation, culminating in her leaving a demanding corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship with her daughter. Leigh also highlights the significance of continuous self-belief and reassessment of personal strengths in business.
Her new book, 'Be Bold Today,' encapsulates this journey, offering strategies for personal empowerment and success. Through the conversation, Leigh expresses the vital role of support networks and how aligning with one's strengths and values can foster both personal and professional growth.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: The BOLD Framework: Believe, Own, Learn, Design
Minute 14: Building and Sustaining a Business
Minute 18: Personal Reflections and Bold Moves
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When was the last time you were in a flow state?
As we enter this final stretch before Thanksgiving, I want to share some insights inspired by The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler. Kotler explores how to harness our biology to enter "flow"—that highly focused, energized state where we lose track of time. At this busy time of year, it’s a great opportunity to use our strengths to achieve flow more often. Think about strengths as your natural gateway to flow.
For example, if Learner is in your top strengths, you may find flow in skill acquisition. If Competition ranks high for you, you might feel in flow in high-stakes situations or by setting up small, daily challenges. This week, I encourage you to reflect on a recent flow experience: when was the last time you lost track of time, and what strength were you using? Identifying these moments can help you create intentional, strength-based pathways to flow every day.
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Today I am joined by Laura Frick, Director of Competitions at PGA of America,
We discuss her journey in the male-dominated golf industry, reflecting on her education at Ferris State University and various roles within the PGA.
Recognized as a 2020 Woman in Business honoree by the Dallas Business Journal, Laura highlights the importance of mentorship from influential figures, including her mother and mentors like Mike Damakis and Steve Tanner.
Our conversation covers the significant growth and changes in women's sports, particularly golf, citing increased participation and innovative formats like Topgolf. Laura shares her passion for working with junior golfers, creating memorable championship experiences, and the joy of witnessing young players' development. She offers leadership insights, emphasizing proactivity, team culture, work-life balance, and the necessity of taking breaks to recharge. Laura reflects on her strengths, the importance of mental and physical wellness, and the impact of strong leadership, providing valuable advice for aspiring leaders.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Journey Into The Golf Industry
Minute 19: Leadership and Responsibility
Minute 24: Balancing Work and Self Care
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Have you heard of the “flywheel effect?”
The flywheel effect — introduced by Jim Collins in his book, Good to Great — emphasizes that success comes from consistent, focused efforts in one direction. By identifying and leveraging personal strengths, you can fuel your "personal flywheel" with sustainable energy.
For example, those with strengths like Achiever or Focus can use these talents to stay driven and aligned with goals. By embracing uniqueness to enhance productivity and impact, you can avoid settling for less than they can achieve as leaders!
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Trisha Cunningham, a seasoned nonprofit leader and former Fortune 500 executive is my guest today.
Trisha, now the CEO and President of North Texas Food Bank, shares her extensive career journey, which includes her impactful role at Texas Instruments. She discusses her transition from corporate to nonprofit, driven by a passion for community and mentorship.
Our conversation covers how Trisha's faith and inspirational mentors guided her path, the importance of community building, and strategic leadership insights. With highlights such as the core areas of wellbeing integrated into the food bank's mission, and her emphasis on being bold, open, and differentiated as a leader, Trisha's story is a powerful narrative of using one's skills for greater good.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Impact of Mentorship and Community Development
Minute 13: North Texas Food Bank's Mission and Wellbeing
Minute 30: Leadership Advice and Personal Balance
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Aleya Harris is the spark for your spark™. A trailblazer in purpose-driven story crafting, she is a marketing executive and ex-Google Vendor Partner who brings her dynamic experience to her role as the CEO of The Evolution Collective Inc. Aleya is an international award-winning speaker, the founder and lead trainer of Spark the Stage ™, and the host of the award-winning Flourishing Entrepreneur Podcast. She is also the bestselling author of Spark the Stage: Master the Art of Professional Speaking and Authentic Storytelling to Captivate, Inspire, and Transform Your Audience.
Aleya faced unexpected challenges, including a layoff and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aleya shares her transformative journey, including her struggles with postpartum depression, the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and the importance of resilience and authenticity. She also provides actionable tips from her speaking course, emphasizing the power of storytelling, the importance of ego control, and the impact of being fully present on stage. Tune in to learn how Aleya harnessed her natural talents and overcame obstacles to inspire others through her words.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Aleya's Career Journey
Minute 8: Developing a Public Speaking Career
Minute 22: Overcoming Personal and Financial Challenges
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
What does it mean to be the CEO of you?
Building your personal strengths brand is key to unlocking your full potential and creating lasting impact. Drawing inspiration from Jim Rohn’s advice to "work harder on yourself than you do on your job," it's time to focus on self-improvement, leveraging your strengths to drive personal and professional growth.
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Today I Dr. Alan Rozanski, a seasoned expert in nuclear cardiology and a professor at Mount Sinai.
We discuss the critical connection between well-being, stress, and heart health. Dr. Rozanski shares his journey from aspiring private practitioner to leading figure in mind-body medicine, driven by a profound discovery linking emotional stress to heart disease.
He emphasizes the importance of finding one's purpose, staying physically active, and maintaining life balance to combat burnout and improve health. The episode also highlights how even small exercise routines can positively impact well-being and offers practical tips for managing health amidst a busy lifestyle.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: The Discovery of Mind-Body Connection
Minute 15: The Importance of Physical Activity
Minute 21: Future of Health and Medicine
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Will you dare to be vulnerable?
As we move through the busy season of October, it's crucial to focus on well-being and mindset as key elements in leadership. This is the perfect time to embrace vulnerability in your leadership style, a concept championed by Brené Brown in her book, Dare to Lead.
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Danielle Cobo, a working mom, leader, speaker, and author with a background in medical sales is my guest today.
Danielle shares her accidental entrepreneurial journey sparked by a series of life-changing events in 2020, including a toxic work environment, her husband's deployment, and the loss of her mother. Despite these challenges, Danielle grew a significant LinkedIn following, eventually transitioning to a coaching business.
She discusses the power of personal branding, the importance of vulnerability, and practical strategies from her book, 'Unstoppable Grit,' for overcoming burnout and building a meaningful career. Danielle emphasizes the importance of intentional daily routines and the value of mentorship and coaching for personal growth. She also addresses issues like toxic work environments and the misleading nature of social media, offering actionable advice for leaders and individuals feeling overwhelmed or burnt out.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Danielle's Accidental Entrepreneur Journey
Minute 10: Finding Clarity and Purpose
Minute 22: Navigating Toxic Environments
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day. No more leaving your CliftonStrengths Assessment in your desk drawer. Now you can use The Strengths Journal™ to channel your unique strengths and dominate your every day!
Do you know your why?
As we approach the final weeks of the year, it's the perfect time to reflect on our productivity and how to make the most of the remaining days. With the holidays approaching, it's essential to focus on aligning your purpose with your strengths to finish the year strong.
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In this episode of Dominate Your Day I welcome Diane Allen, a violinist and speaker known for her TED Talks and her expertise on the flow state.
Diane talks about her journey from being a professionally trained violinist to becoming a keynote speaker, emphasizing the importance of finding one’s flow state to achieve peak performance.
She narrates her personal challenges, including dealing with her son's depression and her mother's Alzheimer's, which led her to leave her musical career temporarily. Diane discovered a profound sense of purpose through public speaking and eventually integrated her music with her speaking engagements, resulting in transformative experiences.
She discusses the neuroscience behind the flow state and shares practical steps for achieving it. Diane's upcoming book, 'Flow: Unlock Your Genius, Love What You Do,' encapsulates her insights on how individuals can increase the time they spend in flow to enhance their performance and well-being.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Diane's Journey from Violinist to Speaker
Minute 10: The Power of Flow State
Minute 15: Applying Flow State in Leadership
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We're excited to introduce you to our newly rebranded weekly podcast: The Weekly Leader’s Digest! Previously known as Monday Motivation, we're evolving to better serve the dynamic leaders like you who are dedicated to making an impact in the world.
Each Tuesday, we'll deliver guidance on personal branding, wellbeing at work, mindset shifts, employee engagement, and productivity
This week, we're exploring the power of strength-based charisma and how it can elevate your leadership skills. Inspired by communication expert Vanessa Van Edwards, we learn that charisma is a skill anyone can develop, not just a natural trait. You’ll learn how to tap into your unique strengths—whether it's energizing a room with "Woo" or mastering intelligent listening with "Analytical"—to create more meaningful connections.
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Vanessa Peace, Vice President of Marketing at the American Cancer Society is my special guest today.
We discuss Vanessa's inspiring journey over 15 years from her roles at Southwest Airlines, AT&T, and Children's Health to her current position. Vanessa shares personal insights on becoming an advocate for her daughter Ella, who has a rare disorder called Rett syndrome, and how this experience has shaped her professional leadership and advocacy efforts.
We talk about the societal impact of Vanessa's advocacy work, her personal struggles with imposter syndrome, and the importance of authenticity and using one's strengths to make a difference. Vanessa also highlights the American Cancer Society's initiatives in research, patient support, and awareness campaigns, including efforts to address disparities in cancer diagnoses and treatment.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: Vanessa's Journey to Advocacy
Minute 9: Strengths and Personal Branding
Minute 14: American Cancer Society
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How many of us have distractions in our lives? Distractions are a constant part of our lives—whether it's the news, texts, emails, or social media, they never stop.
These interruptions are the arch-nemesis of productivity, leading to scattered work patterns, missed deadlines, and subpar performance. Over time, this lack of focus can damage our personal brand, as inconsistency and inattention become noticeable to others.
The key to combating distractions is to create a structured and disciplined environment. I follow the work of Nir Eyal, an expert on behavioral design. He wrote Indistractable, which offers insights on managing distractions and improving productivity by emphasizing the importance of identifying internal triggers.
Based on Eyal’s work and my own work with CliftonStrengths, I encourage you to take time to identify your internal triggers.
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Today I welcome Angela Burgess, founder of Broad Oaks Consulting, a business combining her passions to support nonprofits and donors.
Angela shares her journey from a finance background to working with nonprofits, aiming to align her work with her values. She details her transition sparked by a challenging period in her life, which led her to pursue impactful work with Mercy Home for Boys and Girls.
Angela discusses her entrepreneurial path, the creation of Broad Oaks in 2018, and the services provided to help nonprofits grow sustainably. She talks about the importance of clarity in messaging, donor experiences, and the impact of marketing for nonprofits.
Angela also tells me about her book 'Are You on the Right Bus?' and offers advice to leaders and difference-makers on staying the course through challenges for greater impact.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Aligning Career with Core Values
Minute 11: Founding Broad Oaks Consulting
Minute 20: Writing and Publishing a Book
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
Achieving peak productivity isn't just about managing time and prioritizing tasks; it often starts with the right mindset. Many people struggle to reach their full potential because they are held back by limiting beliefs, self-doubt, and negative thinking.
Lewis Howes’ book, The Greatness Mindset offers us some great wisdom on how to cultivate a mindset that propels us forward, instead of holding us back.
Embrace failure as a learning opportunity by reflecting daily on what you learned or what fear you conquered.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. Linkedin. Instagram.
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Looking for a daily planner that will help you live intentionally in your strengths? Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ — the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner and companion guide to CliftonStrengths®.
Joya Dass, a renowned news anchor and public speaking coach speaks to me today about her career journey, her approach to empowering female leaders, and the importance of confidence and mindset.
Joya shares her personal story of overcoming challenges to become a news anchor and how she now helps women prepare for significant public speaking engagements like TED Talks.
Our conversation covers the impact of mindset work, the importance of personal storytelling, and the unique aspects of Joya's year-long mastermind program that includes strategy intensives in exotic locations.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 8: Breaking into Business News
Minute 17: Mastermind Program and Personal Branding
Minute 24: Common Mistakes in Personal Branding
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
Journal your way to a life with purpose. The Strengths Journal™ is the first and only Gallup-certified daily planner that helps you actively use your strengths to dominate each day and ultimately– transform your life.
Do you feel like your task list is long and your stress levels high? I think a lot about working moms, who are out there serving their families, their children, while also working and never taking a break.
In my coaching, I talk to a lot of these women, and it can feel hard for them to say no. Consider this question based on Greg McKeown’s work, Essentialism: what is essential in your life? Knowing this can help you know how to say no to activities that ultimately don’t serve you, your work, or your families.
Take this action step today: Based on McKeown’s book, first, make a list of your current commitments and activities, then evaluate each one to determine its true importance in your life. This is where you identify your priorities. Using your CliftonStrengths can help you navigate this process. For example, if you have the Strategic strength like I do, you can look at the big picture and spot patterns to identify your priorities. After making your list, eliminate non-essential activities by removing or delegating those that don't contribute significantly to your values.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
Looking for a daily planner that will help you live intentionally in your strengths? Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ — the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner and companion guide to CliftonStrengths®.
Patti B. Johnson the former CEO of PeopleResults is my guest today. Patti talks to me about her inspiring journey from small-town Oklahoma to corporate leadership and entrepreneurship.
She shares insights from her career, including her time at Accenture, starting and growing her own business, and the subsequent acquisition of that business. She discusses her book 'Make Waves', which focuses on leading change and the importance of mindset, determination, and adaptability in both personal and professional life.
This episode offers practical advice on change management, strategic planning, and balancing ambition with personal life. Please listen if you are looking to navigate and lead through change.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Strengths and Starting a Business
Minute 13: Lessons and Leading Change
Minute 22: Building and Selling a Business
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
Do you treat your time like money?
Time is a lot like money. It is a valuable, finite resource for most of us. But do we spend just as much time budgeting our time as we budget our money?
This is a concept I learned from Elizabeth Grace Saunders’ book, How to Invest Your Time Like Money. Saunders draws parallels between time and financial resources, emphasizing the need for strategic time investment to yield the highest returns.
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We’re celebrating our 200th episode of the Dominate Your Day podcast! We’re so grateful for the amazing guests who have shared their stories and wisdom with us.
My special guest today is Eva Daniel, the founder of The Speak Shop.
Eva shares her journey from working at Focus on the Family and as a speechwriter for Dave Ramsey, to starting her own business. We discuss the vibrant entrepreneurial scene in Nashville, the challenges and rewards of transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship, and strategies for effective public speaking.
Eva also shares valuable tips on leveraging LinkedIn for personal branding and content creation. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to improve your public speaking skills, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 6: Challenges and Triumphs of Entrepreneurship
Minute 17: Mastering LinkedIn for Business Growth
Minute 21: Crafting Compelling Speeches
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
On today's episode I welcome Dr. Ruth Gotian, the Chief Learning Officer and Associate Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine.
Fresh from the Olympics in Paris, Dr. Gotian shares her experiences studying high achievers like Nobel Prize winners, astronauts, NBA champions, and Olympians. She discusses the palpable energy at the Olympic Games, the importance of preparation and behind-the-scenes work, and the critical significance of rest for high achievers.
Dr. Gotian further delves into her unconventional career path, her focus on what makes people stay in challenging programs rather than why they leave, and the importance of having mentors. She highlights the profound value of mentorship, showcasing her book 'Financial Times Guide to Mentoring,' co-authored with Andy Lopata.
The discussion includes practical advice on starting conversations with potential mentors and creating effective mentoring programs within organizations. Dr. Gotian also offers resources for listeners to enhance their understanding and application of mentorship and success mindsets.
Episode Miutes:
Minute 4: The Importance of Rest and Recovery
Minute 6: Dr. Ruth's Career Journey
Minute 12: The Power of Mentorship
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com
Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
Today, we’re diving into how to prioritize wellbeing while building your personal brand. Burnout and wellbeing are significant concerns in the workplace today. After COVID-19, it's reported that 7 out of 10 people were not thriving.
Extensive research by Gallup highlights that wellbeing is a multifaceted concept encompassing five crucial areas: career wellbeing, social wellbeing, financial wellbeing, physical wellbeing, and community wellbeing.
Let’s look at author Vivian Tu for an example of the impact that focusing on these key areas of wellbeing can have on your life and career. After a significant career transition, Vivian authored the book Rich AF, which reflects her financial acumen and underscores the importance of financial wellbeing. By managing her economic life effectively, she reduced stress and enhanced her sense of security.
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Today I welcome Traci McCausland, a CliftonStrengths coach, cancer survivor, mother, speaker, and soon-to-be author.
Traci shares her journey from receiving her initial breast cancer diagnosis seven years ago to her current work helping others through the CliftonStrengths framework. She discusses how she used her strengths and the support of her family and a skilled medical team to navigate her treatment, as well as how she has been inspired to write a book to guide cancer patients in utilizing their own strengths.
Traci emphasizes the importance of supportive relationships, including the roles played by her husband, mother, and sister. She also highlights how identifying and understanding the strengths of those around her, including her medical team, contributed to her journey. With profound insights, Traci's story offers valuable lessons on resilience, community, and leveraging personal strengths in adversity.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Applying Strengths to Overcome Challenges
Minute 8: Incorporating Strengths in Cancer Survival
Minute 10: Writing The Book: Inspiration and Process
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day
A strong mindset serves as the foundation on which your branding efforts are built, impacting how you present yourself, how you engage with others, and ultimately how successful you are in establishing your brand.
Many individuals overlook the importance of mindset in personal branding because they tend to focus on immediate tangible tasks such as enhancing their online presence or networking. This oversight occurs as people underestimate the long-term benefits a strong mindset can provide. Cultivating a winning mindset often involves introspection and self-improvement, which can be uncomfortable and require sustained effort. It’s much harder to work on ourselves on the inside than on things on the outside.
Cynt Marshall, the CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and the first black female CEO in the history of the National Basketball Association, has faced many challenges throughout her career with resilience and determination. She overcame significant barriers — such as breaking the glass ceiling in a predominantly male industry — by demonstrating her leadership abilities, advocating for diversity, and building strong networks of support.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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My guest today is Sally Magee, an accredited CliftonStrengths-based coach who specializes in sobriety coaching.
Sally shares her journey from strengths coaching to creating a unique approach that combines CliftonStrengths with sobriety support. She discusses her personal experiences during COVID-19, the challenges of quitting alcohol, and how she used her own strengths to overcome addiction.
Sally also explains the science behind alcohol's effects on the brain and body, provides advice for those considering sobriety, and highlights the importance of accountability and support groups. She introduces her coaching programs for individuals looking to explore sobriety and make transformative life changes.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Impact of COVID on Alcohol Consumption
Minute 10: The Role of Strengths in Sobriety
Minute 24: Sober Curious Movement
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified, daily planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day
Engagement is a critical aspect of personal branding that many overlook. A 2024 LinkedIn survey found that professionals who actively engage with their network—whether at work or in their social networks—see a 40% increase in opportunities.
But it’s not just about visibility, but about meaningful interactions. Reflect on the interactions you are having right now. Are they meaningful, or are you just going through the motions? Many professionals struggle with building genuine engagement due to the overwhelming volume of connections and messages, especially in digital spaces like LinkedIn. To forge meaningful connections, focus on being human, authentic, and present in your interactions.
To illustrate effective engagement, let’s look at Dr. Ruth Gotian. Dr. Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medicine. She has built a remarkable reputation by mentoring and coaching emerging leaders and high achievers. Her approach to professional engagement is distinguished by her dedication to fostering authentic connections. Dr. Gotian leverages multiple platforms, including social media, academic publications, and public speaking engagements, to share her insights on leadership and career advancement.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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My special guest Fanny Dunagan, a renowned LinkedIn expert and CEO and Content Strategist at Pathlynks LLC.
Fanny shares her inspiring journey of reinvention from a civil engineer to a business consultant, and eventually, a successful entrepreneur specializing in LinkedIn marketing for tech companies.
She emphasizes the importance of leveraging personal strengths, building a personal brand, and utilizing LinkedIn as a powerful tool for professional growth and connection. Fanny also provides actionable tips for creating engaging content on LinkedIn and stresses the significance of authenticity in today’s digital age.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 9: Building Pathlynks and Finding Confidence
Minute 14: Niche Marketing and Strengths
Minute 17: LinkedIn Strategies and Personal Branding
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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Did you know that according to a 2024 study by Harvard Business Review that individuals who actively manage their personal brands reported a 30% increase in productivity?
Building your brand isn't just about visibility. It's about optimizing your work and achieving more. The problem is that most people do not know how to optimize their work.
So for a boost of inspiration today, let’s look at Marie Kondo, the renowned organizational consultant famous for her KonMari method of decluttering.
Marie Kondo's career is a testament to the power of a well-managed personal brand. Her authenticity, consistency, and innovative approach have created a global movement that continues to inspire.
Until next time, keep sparking joy in your life and work!
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My guest today is Julie Kaminski, a health and wellness coach with a rich background in athletics, counseling psychology, coaching, and personal training.
Julie shares her journey from athlete to holistic coach, explaining her empowering tagline, 'Making Healthy Body, Happy Mind Easier.' We discuss the PERMA construct of positive psychology to define thriving and explore what gives individuals meaning and engagement in life.
Julie also introduces her innovative Walking Book Club, combining physical activity with audiobooks to promote both physical and mental wellness. She highlights the success stories of clients who've integrated movement into their lives through her book club, leading to weight loss and improved well-being. Amid exciting ventures, like partnering with the Charleston Literary Festival and hosting Heart and Soul book chats, Julie reminds us that everyone deserves to thrive and the importance of self-care and small, impactful steps towards wellness
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Understanding Thriving and PERMA
Minute 5: Healthy Body, Happy Mind: Five Pillars
Minute 17: Heart and Soul Book Chats and Philanthropy
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What can Taylor Swift teach us about personal branding? This month, we've been exploring the topic of self-improvement, and today, our spotlight is on personal branding—a key element in shaping our professional identity.
So let’s explore how Taylor Swift’s own mastery over personal branding can teach us about building our own personal brands.
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My guest Lynn Tickner is founder of Ink and Key, a creative branding and marketing agency.
Lynn shares her inspiring journey from being an elementary school teacher to starting her own business, driven by a passion for writing and branding.
We talk about Lynn's use of strengths like empathy and individualization to connect deeply with her clients and create effective, personalized brand solutions.
Lynn also talks about the importance of having a flexible brand name and how AI can be a valuable tool in the creative process. Additionally, she emphasizes the power of dream big and taking action despite imperfections.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: Building a Successful Branding Business
Minute 9: Leveraging Strengths in Business
Minute 29: The Power of Dreams
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
How can we develop resilient, growth-oriented mindsets?
This month, we've been exploring the theme of self-development. Today, our focus shifts to mindset. I’m particularly inspired by Edith Eger, a Holocaust survivor, speaker, and author of The Gift: 14 Lessons to Save Your Life.
In the book, Dr. Eger says that the worst prison she experienced wasn’t the concentration camp, but the prison she created in her mind. Wow. Dr. Eger's profound insights remind us that regardless of our circumstances, our mindset holds the key to resilience, healing, and fulfillment.
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Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day. No more leaving your Strengths Assessment in your desk drawer. Now you can use The Strengths Journal™ to channel your unique strengths and dominate your every day!
Today I welcome Sha Sparks, a fearless communicator, CEO of Sparks of Fire International, and author of 'How to Get Your Voice Back.'
Sha tells me about her journey from an abusive relationship to becoming a certified fearless living coach. Through candid discussions on her transformative journey, She talks about the importance of internal healing, discovering self-worth, and overcoming fear.
We cover the role of vulnerability, journaling, and mindset shifts in personal growth and also dive into the CliftonStrengths assessment, the impact of childhood experiences on adult decisions, and strategies to help leaders, including military personnel, during transitions.
Listen to hear how Shea's impactful work encourages others to face their fears and step out of their comfort zones.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Discovering the Healing Process
Minute 9: Exploring Strengths and Talents
Minute 32: Breaking Through Fear
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
How do you elevate your well-being and thrive every day?
It’s really about nurturing our overall well-being to not just survive — but thrive. And it's about making every moment count, improving our quality of life through simple yet effective habits.
Recently I read Marina Cadeckel’s Your Time to Thrive, a guide that unveils the secrets to living a life filled with purpose, happiness, and fulfillment. The book emphasizes the power of incorporating small yet powerful habits into our daily routines. By doing so, we can significantly enhance our physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day. No more leaving your Strengths Assessment in your desk drawer. Now you can use The Strengths Journal™ to channel your unique strengths and dominate your every day!
My guest today is Dr. Seema Desai, a dentist who transitioned into life coaching after a personal journey of self-discovery.
Dr. Desai shares her story of growing up in a South Asian immigrant family, checking off traditional career and life goals, and ultimately finding herself unfulfilled. She discusses her experiences with postpartum depression, discovering yoga, and eventually encountering a life-changing life coach.
Dr. Desai talks about how she applies these principles in her current work as a coach, author, podcast host and speaker, and highlights the importance of gratitude and inner peace. She also introduces her upcoming women's retreat in Austin.
Please listen to learn more about Dr. Desai's transformation and her insights on living authentically.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 3: Struggles and Realizations
Minute 16: Concept of Guides and Guards
Minute 27: Gratitude and Upcoming Retreat
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Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
How can we improve productivity by prioritizing deep work?
Helping others harness productivity while using their natural strengths has been a big focus for me over the years — it’s what led me to create The Strengths Journal™.
When thinking about the theme of self-development in the area of productivity, I’m inspired by Cal Newport’s book, Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World. Newport defines deep work as “the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task.” In our distraction-heavy digital age, Newport emphasizes the importance of creating space for deep concentration. His book highlights the impact of focused work on both productivity and quality output.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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How can we unleash the power within? That’s the question I want to explore today as we focus on self-development this month.
In Susan Fowler's book Why Motivating People Doesn't Work … and What Does? Susan emphasizes the significance of intrinsic motivation in driving engagement and productivity. She suggests that true engagement stems from meeting 3 psychological needs:
Choice
Connection
Competence
By focusing these intrinsic motivators—autonomy, relatedness, and competence—you can make a significant impact on your team’s motivation.
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Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day. No more leaving your Strengths Assessment in your desk drawer. Now you can use The Strengths Journal™ to channel your unique strengths and dominate your every day!
On today's episode I welcome Dr. Mark Sullivan, a board-certified internal medicine physician focused on holistic patient care.
Dr. Sullivan shares his journey into medicine, influenced by his surgeon father and mentors like Dr. Edmund Pellegrino and Dr. David Gauss. We discuss Dr. Sullivan’s patient-centered approach, which emphasizes trust, empathy, and individualized care plans based on four essential health pillars: sleep, nutrition, exercise, and work-life balance.
Our conversation covers the impact of COVID-19 on well-being, addressing moral injury in healthcare, and the importance of social connections for overall health.
Dr. Sullivan also touches on his philosophy and approach to integrating virtues and strengths in both personal and professional life, offering practical advice on maintaining well-being and community engagement.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 7: Patient Care Approach and Homework Assignments
Minute 25: Physical Wellbeing and Sleep
Minute 33: Community and Connectedness
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How do leaders learn to embrace a growth mindset?
After all, mindset serves as the gateway to change. Our potential to lead and drive change is tied to our ability to transform our mindset. We can only transform our lives as much as we transform our mindset.
So, what blocks you from embracing this transformation?
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Today my guest is motivational keynote speaker and high-performance coach, Corrie LoGiudice, who shares her powerful journey of transforming personal and professional challenges into a platform for helping others.
Corrie discusses her initial struggles transitioning from waiting tables to becoming the senior vice president of a family-owned electronics distribution company, and how a series of traumatic events including a miscarriage, an abusive marriage, and the suicide of a significant other led her to reconsider her life's path.
She dives into the creation of her framework, 'The Overwhelm Culprits,' which focuses on converting overwhelming experiences into actionable steps towards leadership and success. Corrie talks about the importance of clarity, confidence, community, conditioning (both physical and mental health), and consistency in overcoming personal challenges and achieving professional success.
Her story is an inspirational testament to resilience and the power of self-reinvention, aimed at encouraging female leaders and founders in the workplace to persevere through adversity.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Transforming Personal Trauma into Professional Triumph
Minute 20: Overcoming Fear and Finding Clarity
Minute 24: The Power of Community in Personal Growth
Minute 34: Transforming Lives Through Coaching
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
Journal your way to a life with purpose The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
In the midst of change, how do we maintain our well-being?
After all, taking care of ourselves is crucial—it's at the core of our ability to adapt and thrive during change. I'm reminded of a powerful quote that resonates with me: "Changing me changes everything." Our personal growth directly impacts our ability to lead, grow our teams, and drive success in our organizations.
As you learn to prioritize well-being, remember that small steps can lead to significant changes.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ is the only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day. No more leaving your Strengths Assessment in your desk drawer. Now you can use The Strengths Journal™ to channel your unique strengths and dominate your every day!
On this episode, i am joined by Jen Thornton, a Dallas-based Gallup CliftonStrengths coach who leveraged her 20 years of HR and team development experience to start her own business, 304 Coaching, in 2017.
Jen talks about her journey from corporate HR to entrepreneurship, the challenges and rewards of starting her own business, and the passion that drove her to make the leap. She discusses the importance of building strong relationships, strategic planning in business and talent development, and her commitment to creating better work environments for a better world.
Jen also talks about the interesting backstory of her company's name, 304 Coaching, and highlights the significance of taking actions and making decisions even when not everything is perfect. Furthermore, Jen delves into topics such as hiring the right talent, building high-performance teams, leadership development, and the profound impact of reducing fear and fostering a creative mindset in the workplace, as well as the role of neuroscience in enhancing workplace culture and leadership effectiveness.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Embracing Action Over Perfection
Minute16: The Power of Attitude in Leadership and Hiring
Minute 24: Neuroscience in Leadership and Workplace Wellbeing
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.
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How do you lead through rapid technological change?
As we focus on the topic of leading through change this month, we’re diving into how to lead during these exciting — yet challenging — times as technological advancements reshape our workplaces.
So how can you as a leader adapt to rapidly changing technology in the workplace? This calls for leaders to be not only open-minded, but also comfortable with uncertainty. As Amy says, “Novelty is the new normal.” And it’s up to us as leaders to help our teams navigate novelty.
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On today's show, I welcome Steve Tang, a distinguished figure who emerged from humble beginnings as the son of Chinese immigrants to become a CEO, chairman, Author and civic leader.
Steve shares his inspiring journey, emphasizing the importance of education, resilience, and seizing opportunities in high-growth environments. He talks about leading through various crises, including 9/11, the 2008 financial crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the lessons learned about trust, leadership, and the need for vulnerability and humility in effective crisis management.
Steve discusses OraSure Technologies' development of a home test for COVID-19 under his leadership, illustrating the power of trust and teamwork in overcoming unprecedented challenges. He advocates for wholehearted leadership of whole people, the significance of intergenerational relationships in addressing global issues, and shares insights on managing in a hybrid work environment.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Overcoming obstacles and embracing resilience
Minute 16: The Trust Formula: A New Leadership Paradigm
Minute 34: Empowering Generations: The Role Of Modern Elders
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A recent Gallup study shows a concerning trend: workplace engagement has plummeted to an 11-year low. As leaders, it is crucial to cultivate a culture of engagement among our teams. Yet, this goal is far from easy.
To address this challenge, we can look to companies like Spotify, who have pioneered innovative approaches to keep their employees motivated.
Remember, change begins with engagement. By cultivating an environment where every individual feels valued and empowered, you can pave the way for meaningful impact and sustained success.
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My guest today is The General manager of Daimler Truck North America and a board member and treasurer for Women in Manufacturing Joanna Cooper.
Joanna shares her unexpected path from aspiring real estate mogul to influential leader in the manufacturing industry. Despite a finance background, her career took a pivotal turn when she ventured into purchasing at Detroit Diesel, leading to a series of roles that fueled her growth and passion for manufacturing.
Opening up about personal and professional transitions, including an expatriate assignment in Germany, Joanna emphasizes the significance of saying yes to opportunities, the importance of networking, and commitment to personal growth and self-care.
Reflecting on leadership, she discusses setting clear expectations, empowering teams, and the value of understanding one's strengths and weaknesses. Joanna stresses the importance of continuous learning and self-reflection for leaders at all levels.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: The Power of Saying Yes: Joanna's Career Evolution
Minute 21: Leadership: Setting Expectations and Empowering Teams
Minute 33: Self-Care and Continuous Growth
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Have you started building your personal brand? Personal branding and the art of crafting a unique identity through your communication style is crucial to your role as a leader.
Your communication style serves as the foundation of your leadership brand. It's the signature that defines how you're perceived and remembered by others. As I always say, personal branding is a journey of self-discovery—it's about unearthing the brilliance within and empowering yourself to shine brightly with purpose.
As you begin to think about your personal brand and effective communication, remember that every interaction is an opportunity to shape perceptions and inspire action.
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Libby Wagner, a multifaceted professional who seamlessly blends her backgrounds as a poet, author, speaker, and business consultant is who I have the pleasure of having on today.
Libby shares the transformative journey from teaching English and experiencing personal loss to creating a new path in the business world. She discusses the importance of art, specifically poetry, in fostering courage, paying attention to language, and remembering humanity in business consulting.
Libby talks about meaningful and courageous conversations in leadership, touching on concepts like coaching with kindness, balancing communication between respect and accountability, and the impact of having a purposeful work life. She also highlights her role as a founding faculty member of the Institute for Conversational Leadership and offers insights into the future of multi-generational, diverse, and performance-based workplaces.
We conclude the episode with Libby reciting her poignant poem 'Diving In,' encapsulating the essence of courage and the beauty of taking bold steps.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 03: The Art of Courageous Conversations in Leadership
Minute 14: Building Trust and Engagement in the Workplace
Minute 35: The Importance of Meaningful Conversations
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Throughout this month, we've been exploring the critical role of communication, and today, we shine a spotlight on how intentional dialogue can elevate leadership and foster well-being within our teams.
Simon Sinek once said, "Leadership is not about being in charge, it's about taking care of those in your charge."
By embracing the power of meaningful conversations, we can elevate our leadership impact, cultivate thriving team cultures, and drive collective success. There's nothing more energizing than being part of a team where transformation is underway, fueled by connection, purpose, and empathetic leadership.
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My guest today Dr. Priya Nalkur, an accomplished executive and leadership coach, psychologist, and author with an inspiring background that spans Harvard to Yale.
orn and raised in Canada, Priya shares her journey from facing racism and discrimination as a child to embracing her heritage and leveraging her experiences to foster inclusive leadership. We discuss her book, 'Stumbling Towards Inclusion,' emphasizing the importance of storytelling, empathy, and vulnerability in leadership.
Priya explains how her own experiences with exclusion and microaggressions fueled her mission to teach leaders about inclusion and equity. Priya also delves into the founding of her company, the Roundtable Institute, and its aim to create spaces for meaningful conversations around inclusion. We also talk the importance of good friendships and the influence of supportive communities in personal and professional growth.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 03: Building an Inclusive Leadership Career
Minute 21: JEDI: Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Minute 26: Future of Workplaces
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Are you leading as a coach, guiding your team towards success, or are you primarily directing, dictating tasks without fostering growth and empowerment?
As a coach and leader, I want to challenge you to consider your approach to team dynamics. Think of yourself as the passenger in the driver's seat, guiding and encouraging, rather than the driver on the field. A true leader doesn't play the game; they coach from the sidelines, offering guidance, support, and personalized insights.
Remember the words of John Quincy Adams: "If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, then you are a leader." Let's inspire greatness in ourselves and our teams as we navigate this week together.
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Michelle Merritt , Chief Strategy Officer of D&S Executive Career Management and executive career management expert joins me today to discuss strategies for managing career transitions, salary negotiations, and the importance of networking.
Michelle shares insights on guiding executives through career changes, the significance of preparing for interviews, and crafting effective resumes and LinkedIn profiles.
Our chat also covers the value of understanding one's strengths, particularly using the Gallup StrengthsFinder, and how introverts can excel in networking, the role of personal branding and provides practical tips for those undergoing voluntary or involuntary career changes post-COVID-19, showcasing the evolving landscape of executive job searches in 2024.
Episode Overview:
Minute 3: Strategies for Executives Facing Involuntary Changes
Minute 14: Salary Negotiation Insights for Executives
Minute 25: Utilizing Strengths in Executive Coaching and Leadership
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As we embark on a new week filled with possibilities, I wanted to kick things off by diving into a topic that holds immense importance for leaders like yourself: the art of active listening.
True mastery lies not in the words we speak, but in our ability to truly listen. This week, let's focus on effective engagement through active listening. Remember, impactful communication begins with an open ear, not an open mouth.
Thank you for your dedication to leading with empathy and intention. Together, we can create workplaces where every voice is heard and valued
Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead filled with growth, connection, and meaningful conversations.
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In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I explore the crucial theme of organizational culture with my guest Dan Bredesen, author of 'The Seeds of Culture.'
Dan talks about his unique journey from a Wisconsin farm to leading sales teams at a Fortune 500 company and how his diverse experiences shaped his understanding of culture in the corporate world.
We discuss Dan's concept of 'culture farming,' where, akin to nurturing crops, a culture should be grown organically within an organization rather than forcibly built. He introduces the 'seven seeds of culture,' including effective communication, ethics, psychological safety, diversity, equity, inclusion, generosity, autonomy, and mutual accountability.
Dan argues that these elements are essential for creating an environment where culture thrives, driving organizational performance and commitment. The episode also highlights the importance of patience, understanding culture as an ongoing process, and how leaders can foster a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 1: From Farm to Fortune 500
Minute 10: Practical Takeaways: Implementing Culture as an Organic Process
Minute 33: The Seven Seeds of Culture: Building a Strong Foundation
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I want to discuss a topic that holds immense significance. Boundaries.
Boundaries signify freedom. Whether you're a corporate leader or a coach, setting boundaries ignites a powerful sense of liberation and control over your life.
Remember, boundaries aren't about restricting ourselves; they're about creating space for growth and well-being. As Maya Angelou wisely said, "You teach people how to treat you by deciding what you will and won't accept."
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Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: Henry Cloud & John Townsend
Today I am joined by a very special guest Erin Duncan, a strategic advisor with a captivating journey of personal and professional transformation.
Erin discusses her career background, starting as an engineer and progressing through various strategic roles across multiple industries after pursuing an MBA. She delves into the challenges she faced balancing a high-demand job, personal well-being, and family life, which led her to reevaluate her priorities.
Erin shares the pivotal moment of deciding to make a significant career shift to focus more on well-being and personal fulfillment, instead of strictly career advancement and financial success. She talks about the importance of setting boundaries, personal branding, and making purposeful decisions that align with one's values and well-being.
Our conversation also touches on the themes of comparison, the impact of recognizing one's own strengths, and the significance of designing one's life around what truly matters.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: The Wake-Up Call: Realizing the Need for Change
Minute 9: Setting Boundaries and Seeking Help: Steps Towards Well-being
Minute 16: Navigating Career Shifts: From Engineering to Strategic Advising
Minute 32: Maintaining Boundaries and Personal Branding
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Today, I want us to take a look at the connection between well-being and purpose—a topic close to my heart.
Purpose is the light that guides our path, enriching our work with meaning and vitality. When team members find purpose in their roles, their well-being flourishes, and the impact is palpable. Here's how you can bring purpose to the forefront of your team's well-being journey.
Reflect on the timeless wisdom of Julia Child: "Find something you're passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it." Embrace your passions and dive deep into them, nurturing a sense of purpose that fuels your well-being and inspires others.
Let's strive to cultivate a workplace where purpose thrives, and well-being flourishes.
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My guest today is Shelley Loving, a nutrition health coach and author of What's on Your Fork?!.
We discuss Shelley's personal journey of becoming a nutritionist following her husband's heart health scare and how she helped him reverse heart damage with dietary changes.
Shelley emphasizes the importance of reducing chronic inflammation through diet and shares practical tips for healthier eating, including understanding food labels and avoiding inflammatory foods.
She also dispels myths around healthy eating and encourages starting with small, manageable changes for long-term health benefits. Additionally, Shelley provides simple recipe ideas for busy weeknights and highlights the emotional aspect of food and how to cultivate a healthier relationship with eating.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 8: The Emotional Relationship with Food: A Deeper Dive
Minute 14: Key Takeaways for a Healthier Life
Minute 30: Busting Myths and Embracing Simplicity in Healthy Eating
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As we head into the third week, I want to discuss the transformative power of mindset.
Your mindset is the compass that guides your actions, steering you toward paths of self-discipline and growth. This week, I invite you to explore new perspectives and inspire your team to unlock the potential of their mindset, fostering collective well-being along the way.
As we continue our journey of well-being and growth, I encourage you to reflect on today's insights and identify one actionable step you can take to cultivate a growth mindset within yourself and your team.
Episode Resources:
"Dominant Thoughts" by Chris Heller and Greg Reid
"No Excuses: The Power of Self-Discipline" by Brian Tracy
"Mindset" by Carol Dweck
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My guest today is Valerie Delforge. A seasoned enterpreneur and author.
Valerie's career evolved from sales and area management to head of spa operations for Steiner UK and Europe. Facing the challenges of maintaining work-life balance and keeping a healthy mindset in a high-pressure environment, she discovered her passion for coaching.
Ten years ago, Valerie founded her consultancy firm, focusing on supporting entrepreneurs, business owners, and other coaches through personalized coaching, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance, mindset, and leadership skills. With the additional challenge of the pandemic, Valerie adapted her business to online platforms, expanding her reach and refining her approach to leadership coaching, underscoring the necessity of structure, system, and personal growth for effective leadership.
Recently, she authored a book titled 'I'd Rather Do It Myself: From Micromanagement to Leadership', aimed at addressing micromanagement issues by promoting effective leadership strategies.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 6: Adapting to Change: Valerie's Business Evolution Over 10 Years
Minute 9: Mindset and Self-Care: Keys to Success in Business and Life
Minute 15: Launching a Book: From Micromanagement to Leadership
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As corporate leaders, it's crucial to recognize how closely intertwined well-being and productivity truly are. When we feel energized and aligned with our strengths, our productivity skyrockets.
Today, I want to focus in on the dynamic relationship between productivity and personal wellness.
When our teams are thriving in well-being, they're not just clocking in hours—they're unleashing their full potential. So, let's make it our mission this week to infuse our productivity strategies with robust well-being practices that nurture both output and team health.
Episode Resources:
"The Power of Full Engagement" by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz
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On today's Episode, I am joined by Jon Kidwell, founder of Leadwell, to discuss the principles of servant leadership and Jon's journey from working in education and nonprofit sectors to starting his own business.
Jon shares his belief in servant leadership as a means to make a significant impact, emphasizing the importance of combining purpose, people, and performance to create a sustainable model of success. He recounts his personal story of being laid off and how it propelled him to redefine his career around helping leaders excel.
Jon introduces the concept of being 'mission driven, servant hearted, and business minded' as the pillars of effective leadership. He also highlights the significance of character, relationships, and skills in cultivating a servant leadership environment.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Defining Servant Leadership: Purpose, People, and Performance
Minute 19: The Three Pillars of Redefined Servant Leadership
Minute 23: Character, Relationships, and Skills: The Essentials for Servant Leaders
Minute 33: The Call to Action for Aspiring Servant Leaders
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"Engaged employees are the engine of every thriving workplace. Fuel their well-being, and watch productivity soar."
This sentiment rings true for leaders, entrepreneurs, and CEOs alike. After all, a thriving workplace isn't just a goal—it's a necessity.
This month, we are focusing on well-being, starting with the powerful relationship between engagement and overall wellness.
When you prioritize your well-being, you're not just boosting productivity at work—you're igniting a positive ripple effect across all facets of your life.
Episode Resources:
"Thrive" by Ariana Huffington
"The Happiness Lab" podcast with Dr. Laurie Santos
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In today's episode of 'Dominate Your Day', Kelly Mackin, CEO of Motives Met and author of 'Work Life Well Lived', shares her insights on creating a fulfilling work life.
Kelly discusses her personal and professional journey, deeply influenced by her mother's work experiences, leading to her focus on improving workplace well-being. Motives Met, her platform, uses a comprehensive human needs assessment tool and the Motives Met human connection software to address individual and collective needs in the workplace.
Our discussion covers the importance of understanding, prioritizing, and meeting the psychological, emotional, and social human needs at work to achieve well-being. Kelly provides examples of how the assessment tool has positively impacted individuals and organizations by pinpointing and addressing their top motives. Our conversation also highlights the shared responsibility of individuals and leaders in creating a work environment that supports well-being and addresses the challenges of balancing competing needs within teams.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: The Genesis of 'Work Life Well Lived': Unpacking the Research and Motivation
Minute 15: Personal Stories of Transformation: The Impact of Understanding Motives
Minute 30: The Importance of Prioritizing Wellbeing at Work
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In this final week of March, it's time to shift our focus and sharpen our most powerful tool — our mindset.
I know too well that corporate life often demands that little extra zest to keep us moving. And this week, we dive deep into the essence of mindset, particularly the dance between courage and conviction.
Harness that courage to shatter those sneaky beliefs that whisper you can't, because you absolutely can.
Today is ours; it's time to mold our mindset into a beacon of courage.
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Episode Resources:
How I Built This with Guy Raz
Solving The Procastination Puzzle
Business transition expert, former CEO, and adjunct professor. Laurie Barkman, known as the 'Business transition Sherpa,' is my guest today.
Laurie talks about the importance of considering the end game and success strategies when starting a business. She highlights the significance of both organic and acquisitive growth, the role of financial performance, and the value of preparing for business exits early.
Laurie also discusses her book, 'The Business Transition Handbook,' aimed at guiding business owners through creating valuable exit options and avoiding common succession pitfalls.
Our conversation covers evaluating business worth, understanding key value drivers, and the necessity of transferability for a successful transition. Additionally, Laurie introduces her advisory services for growth-minded business owners and her upcoming course designed to provide entrepreneurs with the tools for effective business planning and transition.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 5: The Business Transition Handbook: A Guide for Entrepreneurs
Minute 11: Key Value Drivers and Financial Performance Insights
Minute 18: The Importance of People and Culture in Business Transitions
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“Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can't practice any other virtue consistently.” Maya Angelou reminded us of this profound truth.
today, as we march into the third week of this dynamic month, let's turn the spotlight onto Personal Branding and how it intertwines with the multifaceted selves we embrace with bravery.
You are not one-dimensional. You're full of talent, passion, and experience. As we discuss the CliftonStrengths® and other tools to polish the gem that is you, remember — it's the inner journey that illuminates your path. Showcasing the varied chapters of your story isn't just about transparency; it's a potent, courageous statement to the world.
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Episode Resources:
Dominate Your Day Podcast with Dr. Cindy McGovern
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
Dr. Sirisha Kuchimanchi, a multifaceted professional with a rich career primarily at Texas Instruments in Dallas, Texas.
Sirisha shares her journey from a stable corporate job to embracing entrepreneurship, professional speaking, and investing. With a PhD in material science and engineering and notable experiences in empowering young women in technology, Sirisha discusses the motivations behind her career transitions, including the desire for a better work-life balance as her children approached college.
She tells me about the importance of financial wisdom, shedding light on her own approach to financial independence and her book '12 Steps to Financial Independence.'
Sirisha talks about her strategies for successful career shifts, the value of networking, and the importance of mentorship and sponsorship in the workplace. The conversation also touches on the challenges students face when transitioning to the corporate world and offers insights into leadership, confidence, and empowering women in their careers and financial well-being.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 4: Financiall Well-Being and Independence
Minute 11: Empowering Women in The Workplace
Minute 34: Preparing Students for the Corporate World
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This week, our theme is Choosing Courage Over Confidence.
Ever find yourself procrastinating? Me too. Sometimes it's a task we dread or feel unprepared for.
Courage, though, is our secret weapon against this foe. It's not about being confident or fearless but about facing those fears – fear of failure, fear of success, fear of change – and taking action anyway.
Here's to a courageous, productive week!
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Episode Resources:
The reason you procrastinate (It's not what you think) | Mel Robbins
Atomic Habits
We are celebrating International Women's Day on Dominate Your Day, a day dedicated to acknowledging the tremendous achievements of women around the world.
This year, I have chosen a powerful theme that resonates with many: Choosing Courage Over Confidence.
Throughout 2023, I had the privilege of speaking with an array of extraordinary women from various corners of the globe.
From Germany, Regina Huber enlightened us on unlocking our natural genius.
In the US, Annie Yang shared insights on cultivating a personal brand and achieving financial independence.
Ulrike Seminati, from Switzerland, delved into overcoming procrastination.
Furthermore, Charlotte Blair, with roots in both Britain and Australia, showcased her resilience against dyslexia.
Jeni Raitsin from Israel talks about the mental fitness.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 2: Regina Huber
Minute 9: Annie Yang
Minute 17: Ulrike Seminati
Minute 23: Charlotte Blair
Minute 31: Jeni Raitsin
Minute 41: Dana Williams
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Courage. One word that can profoundly impact our work and lives.
We're in March, a month symbolizing new beginnings and resilience. It's the perfect time to examine how courage, or the lack of it can influence our commitment to taking bold steps forward. Remember, it's not the absence of fear but the triumph over it that defines courage.
Dare to be courageous and remember, you've got a community cheering you on every step of the way.
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Episode Resources:
What Confident Women Do: Daily Challenges to Set Boundaries, Establish Self-Worth and Crush Self-Doubt
The Daily Motivation Podcast with Lewis Howes
With pleasure, I introduce you to Rachel Simon, a seasoned executive with an illustrious three-decade tenure at AT&T.
Rachel and I chat about her new book "Relationships at Work." and the importance of building relationships at work.
She reveals key networking strategies, including making the most out of meetings, actively networking, and understanding the power of 'Join Something' and face-to-face interactions.
Rachel discusses the 'DINE' initiative she started to promote diversity and inclusion and shares the benefits of making connections during challenging periods. She shares her networking tactics for introverts and the significance of personalizing interactions.
If you’re ready to deepen your professional ties – take a leaf from Rachel's book. The journey from hesitant introductions to peer-respected connections may seem daunting, yet it is irrefutably rewarding.
Episode Minutes:
Minute 8: The Impact of Networking in Career Progression
Minute 18: The Power of Joining and Creating Groups
Minute 38: The Importance of Networking and Building Connections
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As we bid adieu to this month, today I want us to shift our focus onto a critical element of any successful partnership: Trust.
It's not just about being reliable and honest but also about being open, vulnerable, and giving others the benefit of the doubt.
As we delve into the concept of trust, I recommend exploring "The Speed of Trust" by Stephen Covey. It's a fantastic read to deepen your understanding of trust's role in leadership.
Consider this week a challenge to trust more in your team and your abilities. Reflect on the areas where you've been holding back trust and make an effort to give trust this week. Share your insights and progress, and let's continue this conversation to foster a culture of trust together.
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What our working lives will look like in the years to come?
Author of How To Thrive In Remote Working Environments and the founder of Fahey Consulting, Ryan Fahey is my guest today. We discuss in depth remote work and well-being.
Ryan recalls his life-changing diagnosis of chronic migraines at a young age that led him to actively pursue well-being and later a career in the realm of health education, book writing, and consulting.
He emphasises the significance of emotional intelligence skills, adopting boundaries, and adhering to a routine for thriving in remote work environments.
Ryan advocates for maintaining physical health, joining local communities, and utilising journaling for self-exploration and tracking personal development. Despite technological advancements that facilitate remote work, Ryan underscores the persistent need for human connection and shared experiences to combat loneliness and maintain engagement.
Episode Overview:
Minute 5: The Power of Writing and Personal Growth
Minute 10: The Importance of Social Connection in Remote Work
Minute 17: Approach to Remote Work and Wellbeing
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Today we're delving into the realm of well-being, with a specific focus on relationships and community.
Relationships serve as lifelines that add vibrancy and meaning to our professional lives. Think about that one friend or coworker who always inspires you, energizes you, and encourages you to reach new heights of creativity and productivity.
As we navigate through this month emphasizing relationships, I urge you to reflect on your partnerships at work and in your personal life. Who are you spending your time with? Who fills you with energy and inspiration?
a good podcast to listen to on this topic is Lewis Howes - Esther Perel - The Quality of your Life Determines The Quality of Your Life Relationships.
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On today's episode, Amanda Greaves shares her experiences with personal and professional transitions.
As a leader in the design industry for 20 years and an author, Amanda had to navigate shifts in her personal and work relationships. She talks candidly about being undervalued, handling demanding clients, dealing with a toxic relationship, and recognizing patterns of self-doubt.
Using her experiences, she offers guidance on confronting limiting beliefs developed during childhood, the value of having a support system, understanding personal relationship patterns, and making the necessary changes for a better life.
Amanda has a new book, 'The Chameleon Diaries: Designing a Life Worth Changing For', which is a collection of her life's stories providing lessons and Transformation prompts for the readers.
Episode Overview:
Minute 3: Discovering Self-Worth and Overcoming Narcissism
Minute 11: Understanding Limiting Beliefs and Their Origins
Minute 26: Future Plans and Aspirations
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Today, we're focusing specifically on productivity and the pivotal role of a well-structured team.
A well-organized team operates seamlessly, functioning like a precisely calibrated machine. Each member understands their role and its significance to the overall goal. This mutual understanding boosts productivity and nurtures a sense of belonging and purpose. The key to maintaining this cohesion is role clarity.
The Q12 survey by Gallup underscores the critical nature of role clarity within a team, an area that leaders often need to prioritize.
Smarter, Faster, Better: The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business" by Charles Duhigg. is a good resource for this topic.
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On today's episode, I chat with Kelly Majdan. Author, speaker and wellness advisor.
Kelly and I chat about her journey with obstacle course racing and its links to life and overall well-being.
She discusses how the discovery of an illness in her husband led to an investment in healthier lifestyles and the pursuit of obstacle race courses. Kelly uses her experience from overcoming obstacles in races as an allegory for overcoming life challenges, leading her to write her book 'Lessons from the Obstacle Course. Five Strategies to Conquer the Muddy Fields of Life.'
She touches on many important topics like the significance of having a purpose, not being afraid to fail, remaining persistent, and the potential benefits of keto and time restricted eating. Additionally, Kelly mentions her upcoming wellness program designed to help others create a strategic health plan much like a financial plan.
Episode Overview:
Minute 1: The Impact of Obstacle Course Racing on Kelly's Life
Minute 8: The Importance of Health and Wellness in Achieving Goals
Minute 16: The Power of Purpose in Overcoming Obstacles
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We are in the month of connection - February and our chat today will be centered on the power of listening.
Have you ever noticed how connected you feel when you're truly heard, understood, and appreciated? This is the essence of listening - a key ingredient to building powerful partnerships.
We're often guilty of formulating our response while the other person is still speaking, rather than truly understanding what they're saying. This week, why not challenge yourself to listen intently, whether that's to colleagues, partners, or friends?
To help you on this journey, I recommend reading 'Listening Skills Training: Active Listening Techniques to Make People Feel Heard, Keep The Conversation Going, and Make Real Friends
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. You can also find me on LinkedIn
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This is part two of my conversation with Bob Tiede.
On this episode, Bob and I continue our conversation on Leading with Questions.
We discuss the power of asking questions in leadership, how leading with questions can benefit leaders and organizations, the importance of asking simple questions to engage and empower others, as well as creating a questioning culture within organizations.
Bob also shares practical strategies and techniques to improve listening skills and give space for others to contribute their thoughts.
Episode Overview:
Minute 5: The Gold Nugget Principle in Questions
Minute 8: The 8 Second Rule in Asking Questions
Minute 22: The Impact of Questions in Different Scenarios
Find out more about Bob Tiede and his book Leading with Questions. You can follow him on LinkedIn
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Personal branding has become an essential part of our career journey. It's our unique value proposition that sets us apart, making us more relevant and effective in our roles.
Today, I'd like to introduce you to the GROW model. This four-step methodology provides a roadmap to understand your unique strengths and how to leverage them for success and some actionable steps to kickstart this journey.
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This is part one of a two part episode with the wonderful and very accomplished leadership expert Bob Tiede.
Bob shares his journey being in the workforce for over 52 years with CRU, the essential role of developing future leaders in any organisation and the power of leading with questions.
He emphasizes how asking questions can foster team engagement, facilitate better decisions, and create a more inclusive and respectful work environment. He also discusses his book 'Leading with Questions' and the importance of having a strong online presence to remain relevant in today's digital era.
Episode Overview:
Minute 4: The Importance Of Leadership Development
Minute 10: The Power of asking Questions
Minute 20: The power of leading with Questions
Look out for part two of this interview on net week's episode.
Find out more about Bob Tiede and his books. You can also follow him on LinkedIn
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As part of our ongoing discussion this January about purpose, we delve into the vital role of a leader in communicating their vision.
Without the right tools, achieving the desired magnetism to spark interest in others can be challenging. As a leader, your passion is infectious. If you are excited about the vision of your company, the chances are your followers will be too. The answer lies in building a charismatic mindset.
I share a few action items for you to become a more charismatic leader.
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Maureen Monte , a Gallup CliftonStrengths coach, author, and consultant is my guest on today's episode.
Maureen works with sports and corporate teams. In our conversation, She discusses her experiences growing up, her love for sports, and how competing built her competence but not her confidence and goes into detail about how females in sports often lack confidence despite their competence and how this translates into the corporate world.
She also discusses her two books 'Destination Unstoppable' and 'Win Like a Girl', which focus on the concepts of team building and bridging the gap between competence and confidence respectively and elaborates on the significance of maintaining trust within a team and understanding the difference between influencing and controlling in team dynamics.
Episode Overview:
Minute 5: Impact of Sports on Confidence and Self-Belief
Minute 18: Translating Sports Confidence to Workplace Confidence
Minute 24: The Power of Role Modeling
Minute 28: The Power of Self-Belief
Find out more about Maureen Monte
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Self-care isn't about putting yourself first; it's about including yourself in your care routine. As we step into 2024, let's break the trend of dropping our New Year's resolutions by mid-February. Let's commit to a routine that we love and can maintain throughout the year.
On today's episode of Monday Motivation, Our discussion centers around five key ways to safeguard your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
To find out about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting Linked In
If you are ready to take your strengths development to the next level, check out the The Strengths Journal™ the companion guide for CliftonStrengths® available on Amazon. The Strengths Journal helps you live in your strengths each day, so you can dominate your day and transform your life.
On today's episode of Dominate Your Day, I interview Jeni Raitsin.
Jeni is a former architect, who made a radical career shift and transitioned into a mental fitness coach. She tells me about her struggles with burnout in her successful architectural career. Wanting more, she explored alternatives and ended up attending a Digital Nomad community meeting in Brazil and tells me how that experience led her to 'Leisure Hacker,' writing about her discoveries, and essentially begin a new career as a coach.
We discuss the importance of mental fitness, positive intelligence, and self-compassion in achieving personal and professional goals.
Episode Overview:
Minute 3: The Turning Point: Embracing a New Lifestyle
Minute 11: The Importance of Mental Fitness and Positive Intelligence
Minute 21: The Impact of Mental Fitness and Positive Intelligence
Find out more Jeni Raitsin , her work at Leisure Hacker and The Mindfu(e)l Club which is a membership club for women focused on coaching and accountability
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One major issue many of us face is failing to disconnect from work.
Today, let's tackle the crucial topic of productivity and the misconceptions associated with being constantly busy. Being busy and being productive are two distinct things, so it's time we distinguish between them and avoid falling into the busyness trap.
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Nick Hutchison is my guest today. He is the founder of BookThinkers, a platform that helps authors promote their books through short-form video content, podcast bookings, and online reviews.
Nick shares the story behind the inception of BookThinkers and the story behind his own book, 'Rise of the Reader'
He talks about the importance of action and application after reading, reflecting his own top strengths of command, learner, and activator, according to the CliftonStrengths Assessment. Nick also shares the transformational power of reading and his mission to make reading fun and intentional.
Episode Overview:
Minute 4: The Value of Reading and Prioritizing It
Minute 8: The Power of Books and Personal Development
Minute 18: The Role of BookThinkers in Branding and Marketing
Minute 21: Success Story: Ken Rusk and 'Blue Collar Cash'
Find out more about Nick Hutchinson, his work at BookThinkers and his book Rise of the Reader.
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Happy New Year!
On today's Monday Motivation, I talk about Middle managers. They are the backbone of an organization, translating the vision and goals of leaders into actionable plans for their teams. In these uncertain times, they help sustain stability while navigating the complexities arising from social and political disturbances.
On this episode I share three action steps for Middle Managers.
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On today's episode, I welcome Julie Holunga a leadership trainer, TEDx speaker, coach, and author.
We discuss Julie's experiences with effective leadership practices, her efforts to help female professionals lead with influence and authority, her experiences of studying women in the workforce at Harvard, her commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for her daughter, and her drive to rid the world of “lazy leaders”.
She emphasizes the importance of strong leadership language, addressing conflict, and truly listening to people.
We also touched on her CliftonStrengths.
Episode Overview:
Minute 1: Understanding personal strengths
Minute 15: The importance of self-awareness in leadership
Minute 25: The power of strong leadership language
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As we find ourselves in the final weeks of December, preparing to bid farewell to 2023, it's the perfect time to refocus our energy and finish this year strong! 💪 It's also an opportunity to reignite the spark of happiness in our lives as we step into the next chapter. Remember, happiness is not a destination; it's an ongoing journey that requires self-reflection, inner strength, and meaningful connections.
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Many people have never considered creating a purpose statement, even though they have one deep within. If you're looking for guidance in discovering and defining your purpose, we've got you covered. I've created The Strengths Journal, a daily planner based on your unique strengths and a companion guide to CliftonStrengths.
Let's finish 2023 on a high note and step confidently into 2024, fueled by happiness and purpose.
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Today, Elyse Lupin, a well-established marketer and founder of Elysium Marketing Group, shares her professional journey. From her early career at the Today Show to starting her own successful marketing agency particularly focusing on food and franchises.
Elyse talks about the of challenges being a working mom, how the pandemic impacted her approach to work-life balance, and the importance of creating a positive, flexible work culture.
Episode Overview:
Minute 3: Specializing in Food and Franchise Marketing
Minute 13: The challenges and strategies of being a working mom
Minute 23: Advice for enterpreneurs and female leaders
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Can you believe that 2023 is almost over? Time truly flies when you're chasing your dreams, and we know that you've been working diligently towards your goals.
On today's episode of Monday Motivation, I share tips on how to help you develop self-discipline and finish the year strong
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On today's episode, I welcome Kathy Hadizadeh. An experienced coach and advisor.
We chat about her experience in the IT and tech industry, her company, HeartMind Tuning which aims to help leaders harness their intuition and heart alongside their knowledge.
She talks about the Fearless Leadership program, her journey of self-discovery, and the need for balance between knowledge and intuition. Kathy also explores the particular challenges facing women in the workplace, the imposter syndrome, work-life balance, and the impact of constant connectivity.
Kathy shares a case study of a client’s transformation under her guidance, underlying the importance of personalized support and empathy in the process.
Episode Overview:
Minute 1: The origin of Heartmind Tuning
Minute 6: The challenges women face in leadership
Minute 25: A client's transformation
Find out more about Kathy Hadizadeh Linked In
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This week's Monday Motivation is dedicated to providing you with pivotal questions to pose to your team. These queries will serve as a guide to maximize the remaining days of 2023 and set the stage for an indomitable 2024.
Yearning to boost your productivity in 2024 and tailor your days around your unique talents instead of just going through the motions?
Consider exploring The Strengths Journal, the exclusive companion guide to the CliftonStrengths (strengthsfinder) assessment that aids you in capitalizing on your strengths daily. The result? A life transformation.
To find out more about the work that I do, please visit Dana Williams Co
Where you can get your copy of The Strengths Journal The only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
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On today's episode, I welcome Charlotte Blair, an inspirational coach, author, and advocate for Gallup and CliftonStrenghts.
She shares her journey from sales roles in IT companies to running her own coaching and development business, acknowledging that support from a coach and her understanding of her own strengths had driven her career pivot.
Charlotte talks about her new book, "Career Unstuck." which aims to assist people who feel stuck in their current careers and wish to either advance or change directions completely. It offers practical advice, including identifying individual strengths and values.
Episode Overview:
Minute 3: The spark that led to coaching
Minute 15: Overcoming labels and Empbracing Dyslexia
Minute 22: Helping others who are stuck
Find out more about Charlotte Blair author of Career Unstuck
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Co where you can get your copy of The Strengths Journal The only Gallup-certified planner that guides you to live in your strengths every day.
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A lot of people believe that abundance is an elusive concept and can never truly be attained. If you happen to be one of those people, you might be trapped in a fixed mindset.
Gratitude creates an abundant Mindset.
On today's Monday Motivation, the conversation is centered on the importance of gratitude and abundance.
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Co or follow me on LinkedIn
Resources:
The Strengths Journal
Mindvalley
On today's Dominate Your Day Podcast, my guest Ulrike Seminati shares her journey from working in the corporate world to stepping into her purpose of changing the perspective of leadership and diversity in organizations.
She speaks about helping leaders understand their "limbic brain," which plays significant role in motivation and decision making.
We discuss motivational drivers among leaders such as dominance, balance, harmony and stimulants and their impact within the organizational framework.
Episode Overview:
Minute 7: The Limbic Brain
Minute 15: Helping a leader manage change
Minute 22: Procrastination and helping people through it
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Gratitude is not just for Thanksgiving, It is an essential trait of effective leadership.
Research suggests that leaders who cultivate gratitude are perceived as more charismatic, effective and supportive.
On Monday Motivation today, I get into The Science of Gratitude white paper and how to apply it in your leadership role.
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Resources:
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Fostering relationships through gratitude is a powerful way to create a positive and supportive work environment. As it is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by time constraints in today's world, it is key that we find ways of slowing down and find connections in our work relationships.
I share three actionable ways. Using C.P.R (Communication, Prioritize People and Relationships).
To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Co or follow me on LinkedIn
Resources:
The Strengths Journal
How To Write a Gratitude Letter
When was the last time you stood resilient to overcome a challenge?
On today's episode, I talk to Jenn Drummond who survived an almost fatal accident that prompted her to reassess her life.
We talk about her remarkable journey of setting a world record, becoming an uphill athlete and an inspiration to her seven amazing children.
Jenn's story will remind you to embrace life, its challenges and its opportunities.
Episode Overview:
Minute 4: Life Changing Event
Minute 12: Climbing Mount Everest
Minute 23: Who we are as people is way more important than anything we will ever achieve
Find out more about Jenn Drummond author of Break Proof
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On Monday Motivation today, I talk about Employee Recognition. One of the most effective and budget friendly ways to boost workplace wellbeing.
I share insights into why the quality of recognition matters and share five simple habits to help you get ready to cultivate within yourself and your team.
To learn more about the work that I do, please visit Dana Williams or you can follow me on LinkedIn
Resources:
The Strengths Journal
Leading With Gratitude
On today's episode of Dominate Your Day Podcast, I chat with the extraordinary Carlos Davidovich.
Carlos is a medical doctor, a TEDx speaker and an executive coach with a fascinating life story to share.
Join us as we discuss his career reinvention, what makes him a unique executive coach, insights on his book and his innovative approach of connecting neuroscience with organizations and business.
Episode Overview:
Minute 11- Framework of the five brains
Minute 18 - Happiness (from another perspective)
Minute 23 - Mental Health in the workplace
Find out more about Carlos Davidovich Author of Five Brain Leadership
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On today's Monday Motivation, I discuss how to innovate with a growth mindset through change.
Among the tips I talk about are:
- sparking creative thinking when obstacles occur
- celebrating lessons from failures
- maintaining optimism and enthusiasm
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On Dominate Your Day Podcast today I chat with Emmy Award winning journalist Jane Hanson.
We delve into her humble beginnings to how she bacame an award winning journalist and how she is now using her skills to help others improve their communication abilities.
Her story is a testament to the power of courage, perserverance and the willingness to learn.
Episode Overview:
Minute 11 - Helping people bring clarity to their communications
Minute 16 - Non-verbal clues to think about when communicating with others
Minute 23 - Helping people be their authentic selves
Find out more about Jane Hanson
To learn more about the work that I do, please visit Dana Williams Co
The Strengths Journal
In this episode of Monday Motivation, I talk about well-being in the workplace and how to lead a thriving well-being workplace.
I discuss the five key areas of well-being
- Purpose
- Social relationships
- Financial security
- Physical Health
- Community
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On today's episode of Dominate Your Day Podcast, I have the pleasure of self-proclaimed financial guru for Millennials and the author of the book "The 5 Day Job Search" Annie Margarita Yang.
We discuss the importance of positioning oneself as an industry professional, personal finance and how AI can help advance careers.
Episode Overview:
Minute 2: The 5 Day Job Search
Minute 10: Working on your personal brand
Minute 25: AI and how it can help you in your professional life
To find out more about Annie's work, please visit Annie Margarita Yang
Check her out on Annie Margarita Yang YouTube and us Dominate Your Day Podcast YouTube
Today I discuss how to nuture a culture of continuous development that engages a hybrid team.
I share tips on how to give team members the chance to share their skills, development projects and anything else that they are interested in.
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On this week of Dominate Your Day podcast, I have a great conversation with Alice Inoue about realizing the importance of happiness, wellness and self awareness in the workplace and the role they play in creating healthier and more effective teams.
Alice shares her incredible journey and different career experiences.
Episode Overview:
- Minute 8 - Understanding how to talk to people and the "fire" person and "metal" person
- Minute 12 - Helping people change perspective
- Minute 14 - How Alice turned her passion into a career
- Minute 21 - The age you think you are, is the age you actually are
To find out more about Alice Inoue visit Your Happiness U
On today's Monday Motivation, I talk about how to regnite your leadership brand and the importance of aligning your leadership brand with your core value and vision.
Your leadership brand is worth rediscovering and sharing and I share six helpful tips to help you achieve that.
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On this very fascinating episode of Dominate Your Day I talk to Dr. Anne Welsh. A Harvard graduate, successful therapist, executive coach, and consultant specializing in women's issues and work-life balance.
She shares great insights on how to be a good leader and how to help team members stay mentally healthy and tips for working mothers.
Episode Overview:
- Minute 6: Emerging trends in our work lives
- Minute 18: working, parenting and finding the right balance
- Minute 28: wellbeing and support in the workplace
To find out more about Dr Anne Welsh, visit www.drannewelsh.com
if you are at a point in your career and you feel like you need to do things a bit differently in order to achieve your goals, you will find this episode of Monday Motivation helpful.
In this episode of Monday Motivation, I talk about how to pivot with purpose and how to manage yourself though a pivot using three tips.
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If you find the job search challenging as many do, this episode of Dominate Your Day is the right one for you.
I talk to Linda Evans who shares great insights on how to "do the work" and navigate your way through to achieving your career goals.
Episode Overview:
Minute 10: How to effectively apply for a job
Minute 19: Knowing when it is time to make a change
Minute 29: How leaders can keep employees engaged
To find out more about Linda Evans' work, please visit www.launchedbylinda.com
In this episode, we're diving into a topic that's been making waves across the globe—declining productivity in the post-pandemic era. What was once thought to be a challenge primarily faced by the US is now making its presence felt in the UK and Canada as well. This dip in productivity is closely linked to the uncertainty surrounding work arrangements, particularly in hybrid teams.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In this week's episode, I talk to Regina Huber the founder of Transform Your Performance and a leadership coach.
She exlains how leadership, communication and personal branding are interconnected.
Regina's persepective is unique because she draws lessons from her experiences in various dance styles and emphasizes the importance of energy consiousness in leadership.
In this episode, you will learn how the heart, mind message and trust are not seperate and how they serve as a conceptual framework to understand and enhance leadership.
Episode Overview:
Minute 9: Helping people find their brilliance
Minute 15: heart coherence, paradigm leadership framework and humanizing the workplace
Minute 25: an inspirational story on transformation
To find out more about Regina Huber's work, visist www.transformyourperformance.com
In a recent Gallup poll, it was revealed that a staggering 29% of employees frequently experience burnout. That feeling of being overwhelmed and exhausted is all too familiar. But what exactly is burnout, and how does it manifest? Today, we're breaking down burnout into its three main dimensions:
- Depletion of Energy: We all know that feeling of dragging ourselves to the next meeting or task, barely able to muster any energy. If you find yourself constantly drained and devoid of your usual enthusiasm, this might be the first sign of burnout.
- Cynicism Towards Work: Have you noticed an increase in complaints about your job or tasks that never used to bother you? If negativity and complaints are becoming more frequent companions, they could be symptoms of burgeoning burnout.
- Reduced Professional Capacity: Imagine loving your job, yet feeling like you're hitting a wall in terms of productivity. When you can't find space within yourself to accomplish tasks you once loved, burnout might be the culprit.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In this week's episode of Dominate Your Day, I delve into the heart of confidence-building with inspirational life coach Lucy Liu.
Throughout our discussion, Lucy unwraps the secrets to overcoming limiting beliefs and cultivating genuine self-assuredness.
Lucy shares her four key pillars for growing confidence, each a stepping stone on the path to personal and professional fulfillment.
In addition, you will gain insight into the invisible chains that bind your self-perception and limit your beliefs.
Episode Overview:
4:00 Uncovering and navigating past limiting beliefs to build a foundation of confidence.
13:00 Embracing the power of seeking help and stepping into a more fulfilling life
18:00 Exploring the impact of the Dream Calendar on real-life self-confidence journeys
Click here www.lucyliucoaching.com to learn about Lucy Liu
Today's episode dives into the realm of productivity and personal branding, revealing the secret connection between the two that could transform your professional journey. So grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable, and let's explore 10 actionable tips to help you take control of your time and supercharge your personal brand.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining productivity while avoiding burnout is crucial. Whether you're a corporate leader or someone striving for personal growth, finding ways to enhance your efficiency and well-being can significantly impact your success.
As we celebrate Labor Day, this Monday Motivation explores five simple steps to prioritize your tasks, rejuvenate your energy, and foster a more productive mindset.
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In a world filled with constant change and innovation, staying ahead can be a challenge. In this episode of the Dominate Your Day podcast, Dana Williams engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jeff Ton, a seasoned technology executive, author, and podcast host. Together, they explore the dynamics of introversion, the transformative impact of AI, and the art of personal branding.
In this episode, you will learn…
- Embracing Introversion for Effective Networking: Jeff and Dana delve into the often misunderstood realm of introversion. Jeff emphasizes that introverts can excel at networking by capitalizing on their genuine curiosity. Asking open-ended questions and listening attentively can help introverts connect with others on a deeper level.
- AI's Influence on the Future of Work: With decades of experience in the tech industry, Jeff provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI). He predicts that AI, especially generative AI models like ChatGPT, will revolutionize our work. While AI can automate tasks, Jeff emphasizes that humans will remain the creative force, generating innovative ideas that AI can't replicate.
- Crafting a Personal Brand with Purpose: Jeff emphasizes the importance of understanding your strengths, values, passions, and purpose when crafting your personal brand. By aligning these elements, you can find a vocation that resonates with you. Jeff's journey from coding to engaging with people underscores the significance of acknowledging weaknesses and working on them to grow.
Episode Overview:
- 03:04 – Essential 2orkplace soft skills often overlooked
- 13:38 – The future of work with the rise of generative AI
- 28:56 – Managing burnout, changing work, and personal brand.
Episode Links:
Jeff Ton LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Jeff Ton Website
This week, Monday Motivation delves into the fundamental topic for leaders and coaches in any professional setting – building authentic connections. Often, the art of forging powerful and genuine relationships at work is impeded by the narratives we've constructed within ourselves. These narratives might have originated from past experiences or even the opinions of others, but they often stand in the way of us fully expressing our true selves.
Intrinsically tied to fostering sincere connections is a mindset shift towards openness, attentive listening, and the discovery of common ground. Being authentic at work isn't just about being honest – it encompasses aligning with your core values, embracing your passions, and showcasing your unique personality. Additionally, it involves acknowledging your missteps and demonstrating vulnerability when the situation warrants it.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In a world where leaders seek to make a lasting impact in the workplace, Eric Spencer's insights shine like a beacon of guidance. On this week’s episode of the Dominate Your Day podcast, Eric shared his expertise on the importance of fostering authentic relationships and highlighted key points from his co-authored book, "You, Me, We: Why We All Need a Friend at Work and How to Show Up as One.
The Ally Mindset Framework
At the heart of Eric's message is the "Ally Mindset" framework, which serves as a compass for cultivating impactful relationships. The framework comprises five components that progressively build upon each other:
- Abundance and Generosity: Leaders can create a positive foundation for building relationships, starting with an open and giving mindset.
- Connection & Compassion: Empathy and genuine connection foster a safe space for authentic interactions, allowing walls to come down and true selves to emerge.
- Courage and Vulnerability: By embracing vulnerability, leaders pave the way for meaningful conversations and a deeper level of trust.
- Candor and Debate: Honest and open communication ensures that difficult conversations lead to growth and mutual understanding.
- Action and Accountability: Finally, applying the principles of the Ally Mindset results in actions that improve relationships and accountability to uphold commitments.
In a rapidly evolving digital world, the traditional dynamics of workplace relationships have shifted. Eric emphasizes intentionality in building relationships, especially as remote work becomes more prevalent. He suggests setting aside time for genuine interactions and encouraging leaders to focus on fostering a sense of connection even in a virtual environment.
Episode Overview:
- 04:09 – Transformational leadership centers around authenticity, intentionality, and creating environments that empower individuals to reach their full potential.
- 10:38 – Authentic leadership involves being true to oneself and embracing vulnerability.
- 20:56 – Linking your extraordinary abilities to frameworks you do not excel in.
Episode Links:
Eric Spencer LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
SkyeTeam Website & Books
Feeling unclear about your core motivations and vision? It's common to lose touch with your purpose as other priorities take over. This week, I wanted to share how developing a personal mission statement can recenter your personal brand and boost your leadership impact. According to Gallup research, people who have clarity about their purpose and values are more resilient, productive, and satisfied at work. Crafting a mission statement allows you to define your core motivations and goals. Here are some tips for writing a powerful personal mission statement: * Reflect on what drives you and identify your top strengths. * Articulate your vision for positive impact. * Express your values and principles. * Keep it concise and inspiring so you can refer back to it.
Referring regularly to your mission will help guide your choices and fuel your vitality. Need help crafting your statement? Don't go it alone. Set up a free discovery call and we will guide you to develop your personal mission statement so you can live in your strengths, dominate your day and transform your life. For inspiration, check out one of my favorite authors, Bob Goff who wrote Dream Big. Also take a listen to my podcast interview on Dominate Your Day with motivational entrepreneur Mary Henderson on living your purpose. Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In today’s episode of Dominate Your Day, marketing leader, VP, Americas Marketing at The North Face, Bethany Evans, shares her journey from Southwest Airlines to The North Face, shedding light on her experiences, challenges, and insights. As a seasoned professional who has successfully transitioned from one industry to another, Bethany provides valuable advice on leadership, personal brand building, and navigating change.
Throughout the episode, Bethany reflects how she epitomizes embracing strengths for success. Bethany's journey began with recognizing the power of her strengths. She highlights how the StrengthsFinder assessment was pivotal in her career development. Rather than striving for perfection in every aspect, Bethany discovered the importance of focusing on her natural strengths, complementing them with a diverse team of individuals possessing complementary strengths.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The Impact of Servant Leadership: Servant leadership shaped her leadership style and influenced her decision-making process. It emphasized the importance of creating an environment where team members can contribute their best work and empowering them to succeed.
- Navigating Career Transitions: The importance of aligning with a company's values and culture and personal growth opportunities were critical factors in her decision-making process.
- Nurturing Personal Brand and Relationships: Throughout her career journey, Bethany emphasized the significance of personal branding and relationship-building. Her commitment to building solid connections has enriched her career trajectory and allowed her to thrive in various environments.
- Focusing on Consumer-Centric Marketing: Bethany highlights the significance of staying grounded in consumer needs in the rapidly evolving marketing world. While technological advancements and emerging trends are enticing, she underscores the importance of prioritizing the basics: understanding consumer preferences, serving their needs, and crafting authentic messaging that resonates with them.
- Creating Space for Innovation: As she takes on her new role at The North Face, Bethany emphasizes the challenge of creating space for innovation. She aims to optimize processes, allowing her team to spend more time ideating, working on stretch projects, and exploring new avenues.
Episode Overview:
- 17:45 – Navigate Career Transitions Thoughtfully
- 30:50 – Focus on Consumer-Centric Marketing
- 33:39 – Creating Space for Innovation at The North Face company
Episode Links:
Bethany Evans LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Do you get overwhelmed trying to balance focused work and relationship-building as you manage your personal brand? It's easy to get reactive when your calendar fills up. This week, I wanted to share research on the productivity habits that help leaders build strong brands amidst busyness. According to an analysis by Harvard Business Review, influential leaders block off time for focused work, recharge, and strategic relationship-building. Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
Have you considered how your environment can shift your reality? In a rapidly changing world, where our lives constantly evolve, it's essential to consider how our surroundings and sense of place impact our overall well-being. Episode 93 of Dominate Your Day with Dana Williams, features a captivating conversation with Ryan Frederick, an expert in placemaking and the author of "Right Place, Right Time: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Home for the Second Half of Life”, we explored the significance of place in our lives, the elements of wellbeing, and the power of community in shaping our thriving futures.
As the world experiences shifts in work dynamics and lifestyle choices, understanding how our environment affects our happiness and overall life satisfaction has become increasingly crucial. This episode highlights an insightful intersection of placemaking, well-being, and community.
The Role of Community and Social Connections
Community and social connections emerged as vital determinants of well-being. Ryan's insights into the significance of meaningful relationships, both within and outside the workplace, shed light on the transformative power of human interaction. The conversation highlighted the challenges and opportunities in a hybrid work environment, where nurturing social networks requires thoughtful consideration.
Here are some additional tips you will learn:
- In the age of longevity, what are you doing today for tomorrow?
- pQ (Place Quotient) in Ryan’s vocabulary.
- The multifaceted aspects of well-being and its intersections with where we live (community).
Lastly…
What are you doing today to make deliberate and thoughtful decisions about our living environments, considering the multifaceted aspects of well-being and the value of fostering meaningful connections within our communities?
Episode Overview:
- 08:16 – 80% of longevity is due to lifestyle and environment - how is Ryan changing the conversation about later life living.
- 16:00 – The hybrid work environment, where we live, and well-being.
- 35:56 – The later life living toolkit
Episode Links:
Ryan Frederick LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Here.Life Assessment Discussed
In this edition of Monday Motivation, Dana Williams explores five strategies for making a meaningful impact on others through your unique personal brand:
- Unveil Your Narrative: Embracing vulnerability fosters genuine connections.
- Extend Empathy: Prioritize understanding others before offering advice or direction.
- Foster Supportive Communication: Utilize uplifting language to uplift and encourage.
- Embrace Generosity: Extend a helping hand without hidden agendas.
- Connect on a Personal Level: Engage in one-on-one interactions.
Immerse yourself in the episode to absorb all the valuable insights Dana shares.
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As social media gets more ubiquitous, hundreds of individuals and businesses struggle to create and grow personal brands that match their voices and values. In episode 91 of Dominate Your Day with Dana Williams, David Feldman, CEO of MUG Personal Branding, discusses the importance of personal branding, creating a solid personal brand, and the mindset you need to succeed.
In the world of personal branding, people connect with people more than they connect with companies. In this episode, David dissects how individuals can understand their core values and purpose and extend that message through technology and social media.
If you're looking to create a solid personal brand, there are a few key things you can learn from this episode:
- Be authentic. People can spot inauthenticity from a mile away, so it's important to be authentic in your branding and marketing. Be yourself, and let your personality shine through.
- Use storytelling. People love stories, so when branding yourself or your business, use storytelling to connect with your audience. Share your story, and let people get to know you on a personal level.
- Be consistent. Consistency fuels your branding and marketing efforts. This means posting regularly on social media, creating high-quality content, and staying top-of-mind with your audience.
Here are some additional tips you will learn…
- The mindset you need to succeed in the realm of personal branding.
- The role of AI in personal branding: how it can hike or hurt your branding.
- How to use storytelling to connect with your audience.
- Your job status isn’t your personal brand - steps towards compartmentalization.
Episode Overview:
- 11:16 – The story of David Feldman, from corporate Finance to CEOship.
- 22:42 –When personal brand trumps business brand.
- 29:56 – AI can help or hurt your voice; what can you do with the advent of AI chatbots?
Episode Links:
David Feldman’s LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
MUG Personal Branding Website
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the demands of your life? Do you find yourself constantly juggling too many tasks and commitments? If so, you're not alone. Many people experience overwhelm on a regular basis.
The good news is that there are things you can do to manage overwhelm and create a more balanced and fulfilling life. In this podcast, we'll explore strategies for overcoming overwhelm, including:
- Embracing a growth mindset
- Practicing effective energy management
- Setting boundaries
- Seeking support
At Dominate Your Day, we also hear from experts and guests who share their own stories of overcoming overwhelm. So if you're feeling overwhelmed, join us for this podcast to learn how to create a more balanced and resilient life.
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Embracing vulnerability signals strength in leadership. Leaders who dare to be vulnerable foster a secure environment where employees can be authentic and freely express their ideas. This cultivates profound connections, effective communication, and a culture of innovation.
In episode 89 of Dominate Your Day podcast, we meet Chris Meroff, the brilliant mind behind the book "Lead: Discovering the Heart of Authentic Leadership." With a background as a speaker, consultant, and entrepreneur, Meroff is fervently dedicated to assisting leaders in crafting more empathetic and inclusive workplaces.
As we draw to a close on our thematic month of Mindset, Meroff eloquently delves into the significance of empathy and vulnerability in effective leadership. He passionately argues that these qualities are pivotal in building trust, instilling a sense of belonging, and fostering innovation. Throughout the episode, Chris Meroff candidly shares his personal journey of embracing empathy and vulnerability, and how it has profoundly impacted his approach to leadership.
A standout lesson from the podcast centers on leaders relinquishing excessive control and empowering their employees. Meroff convincingly contends that when leaders become too controlling, they inadvertently foster an atmosphere of fear and intimidation that stifles creativity and discourages risk-taking among employees.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Empathy mindset, cultivating a deep understanding of the challenges our employees face
- Empowering employees by letting go of control
- Embracing vulnerability as a leader
- Setting a safe space for employee idea
Episode Overview:
- 08:08 –Employee-centricity and finding fulfillment
- 17:53 – The empathy revolution
- 22:10 – Breaking free from the mindset of being emotionally alone
Episode Links:
Chris Meroff Instagram
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Chris Meroff Website
In this episode of Monday Motivation, Dana Williams discusses how to change your mindset to improve your overall well-being. Dana touches on the five areas of well-being: career, social, financial, physical, and community. She provides tips for embracing a growth and abundance mindset for each area and shares some action items you can take to improve your well-being.
Whether you're looking to change your career, make new friends, get out of debt, improve your health, or give back to your community, this Monday Motivation has rich nuggets you can use.
Listen to this episode to learn how to change your mindset for improved well-being.
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Welcome to another episode of Monday Motivation by Dominate Your Day. In this empowering session, we focus on cultivating a mindset that propels leaders in the workplace to reach their full potential. This month's theme is about mindset, and in week three, we tackle the crucial topic of overcoming limiting beliefs and embracing an empowering mindset.
Join us as we explore the power of self-awareness in identifying those beliefs that hold us back. Learn practical strategies to challenge and reframe negative self-talk into empowering perspectives. With the right mindset, we believe you can conquer any challenge and unlock new possibilities.
Discover the importance of seeking support and resources, from expert mentors and coaches to valuable personal development books. Embrace the growth mindset and transform challenges into opportunities for learning and growth.
Get ready to dominate your day, live in your strengths, and transform your life. Don't miss this episode with actionable tips to help you break free from limiting beliefs and unleash your full potential. Subscribe now and be part of our Dominate Your Day community!
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Are you an aspiring author feeling overwhelmed by the confusing world of publishing? If so, you're not alone. That's why we asked Nick Courtright, author, founder, and Executive Editor of Atmosphere Press, on Episode 85 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast.
Nick brought us valuable insights on the mindset of authors and shared how he established Atmosphere Press to address the unmet needs of writers. Episode 85 illuminated the challenges faced by authors and emphasized the significance of a supportive mindset and an empowering publishing experience. Nick Courtright underscored the importance of a personal brand mission, living by one's values, embracing authenticity, and finding the right publishing path that aligns with an author's goals and personal mission.
Welcome to another episode of Monday Motivation with Dominate Your Day! In this episode, we dive into the power of mindset in shaping your leadership brand. Your title isn't your brand; how you show up in the room matters. We explore four key mindsets that align with the needs of followers: trust, hope, caring, and compassion.
Start by knowing your people, investing time in understanding their strengths, aspirations, and challenges. Practice active and attentive listening, giving your full attention to your team members. Be honest and transparent, sharing relevant information and being accountable for your actions. Lastly, be future-focused, inspiring hope and cultivating a growth mindset. Tune in and learn how to build an impactful leadership brand that makes a difference.
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Welcome to episode 83 of Dominate Your Day, where we empower difference-makers to make an impact in the workplace. In this episode, we delve into limiting beliefs and their negative impact on female-owned businesses. Our host, Dana Williams, is joined by fellow Female Founders Catherine Brown and Lynn Tickner to share their personal experiences and collaboration to research women business owners limiting beliefs alongside Lauren Apple, Julie Stroud, and Liz Cortes on this subject.
Unveiling the Top Five Limiting Beliefs
After meticulously analyzing the survey responses, the research team identified the following five most prevalent limiting beliefs:
- If I have not put in the time, I won't get the return.
- I need more resources (time, money, expertise) to move forward.
- I'm not qualified or experienced enough to succeed.
- I fear failure and its consequences.
- I must do it alone; I can't rely on others for support.
Obstacles Female Founders Navigate
During this episode, Dana, Catherine, and Lynn discuss the obstacles Female business owners are learning to navigate: 1. The belief results-cycle 2. Revenue roadblocks, and 3. Confidence conundrum related to the top 5 beliefs from 31 survey questions. These thoughts frustrate ambitious women and are likely to thwart their success.
Listen in to hear -
- 18:23 - The 5 Limiting Beliefs
- 22:32 - The Obstacles female founders navigate
- 27:22 - How Limiting beliefs can be overcome
Dana, Catherine, and Lynn want to share their findings with you in the spirit of growth as they understand that overcoming these barriers is crucial for aspiring and existing female founders. You can read the White Paper here.
Welcome to another episode of Monday Motivation by Dominate Your Day. In this episode, Dana Williams explores the power of mindset and its impact on success. We delve into five transformative mindsets that can shape your journey toward lasting success.
Dana emphasizes the importance of knowing your unique talents and leveraging the Clifton Strengths assessment to align your work with your strengths. Discovering and utilizing your strengths can increase energy, fulfillment, and momentum toward success.
Next, she discusses the significance of defining your purpose internally and uncovering your true calling. You can find clarity, motivation, and a sense of direction in your life by aligning your actions with your passions, values, and inner calling.
In this MM, Dana also highlights the importance of embracing an abundance mentality, taking imperfect action, and cultivating a curious mindset for continuous growth. Join us on this transformative journey to live in your strengths, dominate your day, and transform your life. Subscribe for future episodes and reach out for a free 15-minute discovery call to make a difference in your life.
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Managing change effectively often boils down to the mindset we adopt and the feelings we allow ourselves to experience during the process. By intertwining these two elements, we can navigate change more successfully. Carol Dweck's concept of a "growth mindset" posits that our abilities and intelligence can be developed over time. This perspective encourages us to view change as an opportunity for learning and growth, rather than as a threat. (source) Similarly, Neville Goddard, in his insightful book "The Feeling is the Secret," highlights the power of feelings in shaping our reality. According to Goddard, the feelings we cultivate within us are mirrored in our external world. If we can feel the joy and success that the positive outcome of a change could bring, we're more likely to achieve it. In times of change, leveraging the CliftonStrengths® tool can be extremely beneficial. By identifying your unique talents and strengths, CliftonStrengths® provides a roadmap to leverage your inherent abilities, aiding in the management of change. For instance, if "Positivity" is one of your top strengths, you might find it helpful to consciously cultivate positive feelings about the change. Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, we welcomed Paige Velasquez Budde, an accomplished personal branding expert and founder of Zilker Media, an Austin-based PR company. With a background in marketing and a passion for empowering leaders, Paige shared with Dana Willams her valuable insights on leveraging personal branding to unlock the potential of thought leaders. Drawing from her career experiences and expertise, she delved into the importance of authenticity, relationship building, and the strategic use of AI in the digital landscape.
Paige's story is closely intertwined with what she does today as a personal branding expert. Her passion for music gave her a deep understanding of the power of branding and the importance of connecting with an audience. In our changing times, Paige understands the challenges and opportunities that arise with emerging technologies, such as AI, and advocates for using these tools strategically for productivity while maintaining authenticity. Paige's brand, built on the foundation of her diverse experiences and expertise, serves as an inspiration and example for others looking to establish themselves online.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Authenticity and relationship building: focus on fostering genuine connections with partners, clients, and potential employees, both online and offline.
- The power of thought leadership: establish personal brands as a strategic differentiator.
- Leveraging AI for Efficiency: by strategically leveraging AI, leaders can effectively distribute their valuable insights and save time without compromising authenticity.
- Embracing Personal Growth and Creativity
Episode Links:
Paige Velasquez Budde LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Zilker Media Website
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In this episode of Monday Motivation, we discuss the importance of your leadership brand during times of change. Your brand as a leader is shaped by your values, actions, and ability to empower others.
Maintaining transparency, consistency, and authenticity is key. Utilize the Clifton Strengths assessment to identify your unique talents and leverage them to strengthen your brand. Reflect on one way you can enhance your leadership brand this week, whether it's fostering transparency or empowering a team member. Remember, living in your strengths allows you to be a difference-maker.
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Welcome to episode 78 of the Dominate Your Day podcast! Today, we embark on a captivating journey inspired by Sumana Setty, an extraordinary woman whose cultivated path created something truly remarkable.
Sumana’s story starts in India. Her family immigrated to the United States and during trips back to India always found time to give back, spending time volunteering at orphanages and schools. Sumana is a social entrepreneur and has over 20 years of experience in Law & Finance. Embracing her family’s legacy of giving back and culture of encouraging education, Sumana with her business partner Sejal Gehani got involved in many different causes over the years. They then channeled this dedication to service into the creation of Commit2Change: an organization unique in its education-focused mission for young South Asian girls from difficult backgrounds. A mission inspired by their own experiences.
In this episode, we will unravel the remarkable journey of Commit2Change, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and countless lives impacted along the way. We will hear stories from Sumana and stories about the young girls whose lives have been forever changed by this extraordinary organization.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Awareness of the impact of stigma on marginalized communities: Understanding the stigma attached to being HIV-positive and the challenges faced by children in such circumstances.
- Inspiration to take action and create positive change: Chronicling Commit2Change.
- Embracing change as an opportunity for growth, not failure.
- Recognizing the value of diverse mentors.
Episode Links:
- Sumana Setty LinkedIn
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
- Commit2Change Website
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During these dynamic times, it is natural for all of us to experience a sense of overwhelm. However, developing resilience amidst these circumstances presents an opportunity for significant progress.
In this week's feature, Dana Williams discusses the concept of resilience, emphasizing that it involves more than simply avoiding stress. Instead, it entails thriving in the face of challenges, which is crucial for leaders in any work environment.
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In episode 76 of Dominate Your Day, Dana Williams delves into the inspiring journey of Mary Henderson, a woman who made a life-altering decision to embark on a quest of self-discovery and ultimately found her vocation in empowering industry experts.
Mary is a Transformational Leader and an internationally recognized personal branding & online business specialist. She helps service industry experts systemize, digitalize, and commercialize their knowledge, wisdom, and skills into a scalable & profitable online business and a brand so they become an authority in their niche or industry.
As we uncover the pivotal moments that shaped Mary's path and led her to become a renowned coach and mentor in her field. Mary mustered the courage to resign from her own company and embarked on a 12-month sabbatical, seeking to discover her authentic self. During this introspective period, she was fortunate to have the guidance of mentors who played significant roles in her inner exploration.
Episode Overview:
- 02:16 – Resigning from Tech to finding meaning.
- 16:26 – All you need is a journal and a grey led pencil- a life-changing story for Mary Henderson.
- 34:02 – Wisdom is the real currency. What you do with it defines your life.
Episode Links:
Mary Henderson LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Mary Henderson Website
We all know that change is the only constant, but it doesn't mean that navigating through it is easy. However, by understanding change as an opportunity, we can utilize it to make a successful impact. According to HBR, successful leaders are those who can see the opportunity in change. They believe that success lies in the ability to imagine potential outcomes and invest in solutions that others wouldn't dare to. Start by visualizing the potential outcome of the change. By seeing the end result, we can motivate ourselves and others to work towards it. Engage in conversations that spark excitement about the potential positive outcomes Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
Are you making an impact in your work each day? On episode 74 of Dominate Your Day, Patrick Thean delves into the topic of assisting leaders in accomplishing their dreams through the implementation of rhythm and systems. By incorporating rhythm systems, individuals can enhance their ability to think, plan, and execute tasks with unwavering focus, clarity, and alignment. This entails speaking a common language, making decisive plans, and seamlessly cascading goals into actionable steps. Patrick explores how these systematic approaches generate dynamic workflows, foster a healthy work-life balance, and effectively combat the prevalent issue of burnout.
Patrick Thean is a seasoned expert who empowers CEOs and their organizations to overcome challenges, steer clear of failure, and reach their ambitious aspirations. With firsthand experience as a CEO of an Inc. 500 company, Patrick has emerged as an acclaimed entrepreneur, renowned author with accolades from The Wall Street Journal and USA Today, and a trusted CEO Coach.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Embracing Rhythm Systems: Emphasizing the significance of rhythm in various aspects such as thinking, planning, and executing the work at hand.
- Implementing Reflection Strategies: Utilizing effective strategies to prioritize tasks and ensure their completion. How can the concept of 'Think Weeks' support these strategies?
- Discovering Rhythm and Fostering Accountability: Unleashing the power of accountability, transparency, alignment, and structure through the cultivation of rhythm.
- Nurturing Relationships in the Evolving Virtual Work Landscape: Developing meaningful connections amidst the expanding virtual realm of work.
Episode Links:
Patrick Thean's LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Patrick Thean Website
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On this Memorial Day, we extend warm wishes for a meaningful and happy commemoration. This day holds deep significance as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. It is a time to reflect on their valor, courage, and unwavering commitment to protecting our freedoms. May this day serve as a reminder to cherish and appreciate the sacrifices of our fallen heroes and their families.
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On episode 72 of Dominate Your Day, Dana Williams and Kelly Charles-Collins dive deep into courageous conversations and the power of effective communication strategies to foster transformative dialogue. Kelly shares her personal journey, from navigating the halls of justice as a criminal defense and employment law trial attorney to a corporate trainer and public speaking. Drawing upon her experiences, she passionately discusses how these encounters have ignited her mission to empower women in disrupting unconscious bias, promoting bystander intervention, and imparting the art of having courageous conversations. This episode is a captivating chronicle of Kelly's path, shedding light on the profound impact of open and empathetic dialogue in opening hearts and creating meaningful change.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Breaking free: empowering women to overcome limiting beliefs and embrace their full potential.
- Amplifying authenticity: expanding your vision and rediscovering your voice.
- Aligning passion and profession: leveraging your career to pursue purpose.
- Embrace your power: unapologetically owning your vision, voice, visibility, and value.
Click here to listen to my conversation with Kelly Charles-Collins.
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Episode Overview:
- 15:16 – Unmasking injustice: how the experience of raising a black teenage son ignited Kelly’s journey to DEIB speakership.
- 37:30 – Living with purpose: carving your legacy and leaving a lasting impact.
- 45:10 – Embracing your vision and embodying your intrinsic value.
Episode Links:
Kelly Charles-Collins Instagram
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Kelly Charles-Collins Website
This Monday Motivation explores how self-imposed barriers can restrict our confidence, self-expression, and connection with others. By uncovering the origins and patterns of limiting beliefs, you will gain insights into recognizing and challenging these beliefs head-on.
Through empowering stories and practical strategies, the MM offers guidance on breaking free from the chains of self-doubt and fear, enabling individuals to unlock their true communication potential.
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Kerry Killoren Michaels is a trailblazer in golf fashion and the driving force behind William Murray Golf, headquartered in Austin, TX. As the Co-Founder and CEO, Kerry brings a fresh perspective to the industry, encouraging her team to break away from traditional norms and infuse the golf course with a sense of fun and authenticity. Alongside her role as a working mom, Kerry's extensive experience in marketing, business strategy, finance, and sales operations has propelled William Murray Golf to new heights. Her remarkable achievements include raising $7MM from investors and being recognized as one of the Women 2 Watch in 2022 by the Women President's Organization.
On episode 70 of Dominate Your Day, Dana Williams and Kerry Killoren Michaels discuss Kerry’s unique perspective on the helm of William Murray Golf, balancing the demands of parenthood with the rigors of entrepreneurship, and how she embodies resilience and determination. Kerry's extensive background in marketing, business strategy, finance, and sales operations with her prime Clifton Strengths in ‘deliberative’ and ‘focus’ has equipped her with a comprehensive skill set, enabling her to communicate adequately, and navigate the challenges of running a successful golf fashion brand.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The art of a perfect pitch, fast-scaling intrapreneurship, setting priorities, raising capital, taking the leap to start a business
- Community, leadership, transparency, and vulnerability at work.
- The difference between starting a business and actually managing one – Kerry’s journey as fast-scaling CEO
- Keeping it real about having two jobs – How I (sometimes) balance being a mom and a co-founder and CEO
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Episode Links:
Kerry Killoren Michael's LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
William Murray Golf
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In this episode of Monday Motivation brought to you by Dominate Your Day, host Dana Williams dives into the crucial topic of personal branding for leaders. With a focus on effective communication, Dana shares three invaluable tips to enhance your leadership personal brand. Discover how developing a clear message, building relationships, and showing authenticity can establish you as a trusted and respected leader.
Don't miss the actionable item for the week, which involves creating a personal brand statement that reflects your unique values, strengths, and leadership style. Tune in to gain insights and take steps towards transforming your life as a difference-maker in your field.
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Meet Mike Pacchione, a seasoned public speaking coach and communications expert who has worked with leaders across a multitude of industries- Nike, Dell, Microsoft, Slack, etc. His mission is to help speakers gain the confidence they need to deliver powerful and effective presentations that leave a lasting impression on their audiences. Mike understands that too often, even the most brilliant ideas can fall flat on stage due to poor delivery. He knows that speakers can struggle with being unclear, cramming in too much information, or simply failing to leave a lasting impact. Mike’s passion is to help speakers be the talk of the conference, deliver the best speech of their life, and walk on stage feeling confident and excited.
On episode 68 of Dominate Your Day, Dana Williams and Mike Pacchione discuss the importance of individualizing one's own speaking style to communicate with impact and harness the power of storytelling. In the episode, they talk about how when a speaker knows their strengths they find their own path of presenting and engaging with the audience. Pacchione emphasizes the importance of starting strong, owning one's quirks, and modeling the emotion one wants the audience to feel. Accordingly, the audience feels the emotions you feel, as it heavily ripples across the room.
Dana and Mike discuss the idea of coaching the audience - modeling the behavior and emotion that one wants the audience to have. When giving a presentation, think about your unique talent stack, which consists of a unique combination of skills and experiences one garnered. By owning and emphasizing one's talent stack, you can stand out as a speaker or leader.
Overall, the goal of public speaking, communications, and presentations is individualizing one's style, focusing on strengths, and modeling the desired emotion and behavior, so you can engage the audience and leave a lasting impression.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Utilizing the potential of narrative to communicate effectively.
- Identifying the target audience and determining the desired outcome of the message.
- Taking control of your introduction, Mike provides valuable insights on crafting impactful introductions visit https://bestspeech.co/dana
- Understanding the importance of effective communication and honing the necessary skills to deliver a powerful message.
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As difference makers, we all want to make a positive impact on our team and the organization. Communication is an essential tool to achieve this goal. Listen in to get some tips to improve your communication skills and make a meaningful impact. Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
On episode 66 of Dominate Your Day, Dana and Dave Allman delve into the fundamentals of change management and highlight the significance of employee wellbeing in the workplace. Citing Gallup’s study indicating that less than 21% of employees feel their organizations care about their overall wellbeing, which contributes to the “great resignation” trend.
Dave emphasizes the critical role of trust, care, and wellbeing in employees’ lives, with trust being the most critical currency that leaders can demonstrate to their employees. He also stressed the importance of the "high-tech, high-touch" approach to fuel enterprise growth, which involves factoring in the six areas of wellbeing in every trajectory. These touches are crucial in determining whether employees are thriving, struggling, or suffering regarding their overall wellbeing at work. Therefore, it's crucial for leaders to prioritize employee wellbeing and search for next enterprise opportunities to accelerate it in the workplace.
Throughout this episode, Dave talks about Gallup’s 6 pillars of wellbeing - emotional, career, financial, social, physical, and community, and how these areas are closely intertwined.
Join us to learn about a thriving life, resilient mind, and engaging work using wellbeing practices that can help you unlock your full potential, with expert guidance.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The dichotomy in the beliefs of leaders and employees concerning employee wellbeing, which could create significant challenges for organizations.
- A simple yet powerful way to bridge the gap in perspectives and enhance wellbeing in the workplace is by asking the question, "How are you today?"
- Organizations are expected to prioritize wellbeing and resilience as core competencies in the years ahead, as the importance of these areas continues to grow.
- The equation of trust equaling care equaling wellbeing presents an opportunity to prioritize employee wellbeing in organizations and make it a common practice.
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The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Wellbeing at Work Website
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We've all experienced situations where we've felt overwhelmed, whether it's at work, in our personal lives, or during important conversations.
Feeling overwhelmed can make communication difficult, and can lead to misunderstandings and frustrations. In this Monday Motivation episode, we'll be sharing some tips and strategies that can help you communicate more effectively when you're feeling overwhelmed.
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On episode 64 of the Dominate Your Day, Dana Williams and Josh continued on the five pillars of wellbeing by Gallup, specifically physical wellbeing. What you put in your body and how you move your body matter in attaining a sustainable healthy life. Statistically, Josh shares that 94% of people are metabolically unhealthy, and it is a result of over-inflamed lifestyles, low mobility, chronic stress, and low-grade infections. In order to live a healthier life, Josh delves into how whole foods, micro-nutrient diversity, proteins, and carbs can influence diet sustainability. To Josh, sustainability means everything, without dietary restrictions.
Throughout this episode, Josh talks about his 5 pillars of health - eat well, sleep well, think well, move well, and feel well, and how these areas are closely intertwined.
Join us to learn about the physical wellbeing practices and dietary patterns that can help you unlock your full potential, with expert guidance.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The beginner’s guide to basic nutrition, how starting small can get to building a healthy habit.
- The 101s of Josh’s 5 pillars of wellness and health.
- Undereating is seen as a stressor in the body. How do we realize chronic undereating and embrace micro-nutrient diversity?
- Physical wellness, functional medicine, habits, and recommended dietary patterns.
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Episode Overview:
12:16 – Designing programs based on each individual's unique makeup and what they need.
19:37 – Some good little, little habits of protein and what it does to your body.
31:50 – The five tenets of wellbeing, and how we can influence wellbeing with micro habits.
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The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Josh Kreifels Website
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Annie Tam is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of MEND Counseling. While working in France after college, she discovered her passion for helping others MEND their brokenness and uncover their potential. Since then, Annie has spent the last 17 years working in schools and private practice doing just that—helping individuals connect to themselves and rock their lives with authenticity, grit, and intention.
Annie specializes in supporting working mothers, entrepreneurs, and perfectionists in building self-confidence, embracing their identities, and creating a wholehearted life rhythm. She has an active, humorous, and direct approach to counseling and is motivated by seeing change and growth in her clients. Annie is also certified in EMDR which she uses to address trauma, and disordered eating, and enhance performance.
On episode 62 of the Dominate Your Day podcast, Annie Tam emphasized the importance of self-care and vulnerability in both personal and professional settings. She discussed her own experience of working in the school system and experiencing multiple autoimmune issues due to stress and lack of boundaries. She emphasized the need for individuals to be aware of their body's signals and prioritize self-care in order to prevent burnout and illness.
The conversation also touched on the importance of vulnerability in building meaningful connections with others. According to Annie, we should be open and transparent with trusted friends and colleagues in order to foster deeper relationships and create a culture of growth and support. In the episode, she also shared tips for companies looking to promote employee wellbeing, including creating a culture of growth, offering professional development opportunities, and providing spaces for self-care and meaningful connections.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The need for individuals and organizations to prioritize self-care and vulnerability in order to create healthy and fulfilling personal and professional lives.
- The importance of prioritizing and supporting mental health in the workplace, given the long working hours, high-stress levels, and productivity-focused culture that can negatively impact mental wellbeing.
- Taking the time to identify their own physical and emotional needs, and to create a self-care plan that supports their overall wellbeing. This can include activities such as meditation, exercise, and spending time in nature.
- Yes, employers, too, have a responsibility to support the mental health of their employees.
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The Strengths Journal
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Unstoppable Cultures Website
Leadership is often associated with managing and motivating others to achieve a common goal. However, it's equally important to focus on your personal leadership brand as an individual, as it can positively impact your overall well-being. Your personal leadership brand represents who you are, what you stand for, and how you conduct yourself as a leader. Knowing and understanding your personal brand can provide a sense of clarity and direction in your personal and professional life, which can lead to thriving wellbeing. Listen to this Monday Motivation to get some ways to know your personal leadership brand and lead yourself to a thriving well-being. Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
As a workplace leader, you understand that stress management and maintaining focus are crucial for reaching a lasting impact. However, have you ever contemplated the positive impact that prioritizing your wellbeing, and creating wellbeing practices can have on your team and organization? Discover more about getting an engaged, motivated, and productive team on our Monday Motivation episode.
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As a leader in the workplace, you know that managing stress and staying focused are key to achieving success. But have you considered how prioritizing wellbeing can have a positive impact on your team and organization as a whole? By prioritizing your own wellbeing and helping your team members do the same, you can create a thriving workplace that promotes health, happiness, and productivity.
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On episode 57 of the Dominate Your Day podcast, Dana Williams and Ginger Hardage discussed effective strategies for building unstoppable workplace cultures by putting people first. As alumni of Southwest Airlines, Dana and Ginger took on the importance of understanding the values and needs of employees in order to create a thriving workplace culture, and how can effective communication and collaboration between leaders and employees create continuous learning and development opportunities.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Placing a priority on people and cultivating a culture that promotes employee well-being can have a ripple effect throughout an entire organization. Employees who feel valued and supported are more likely to be engaged, productive, and committed to their work. It is essential for leaders to make this a top priority.
- A good leader spends 80% of their time developing people. How can you develop your people as a leader?
- Building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and belonging workplace is crucial in today's multi-generational workforce.
- Understanding your people is a critical first step toward creating a supportive and engaging workplace culture.
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Episode Overview:
12:16 – Putting people first, investing in people, what should be our third focus in setting unstoppable cultures?
20:37 – Agility and resilience come with cohesive cultures.
31:50 – Leading with Love and love at the workplace.
Episode Links:
- Ginger Hardage LinkedIn
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
- Unstoppable Cultures Website
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Today, Dana Williams focuses on breaking free from limiting beliefs and pushing ourselves beyond our perceived limitations. Often, our own beliefs about what we can or cannot do can hold us back from achieving our full potential. It's important to recognize these limiting beliefs and challenge them by taking small steps outside of our comfort zones. By doing so, we can build confidence, gain new experiences, and expand our capabilities. Remember that our minds have the power to shape our reality, and by changing our thoughts, we can change our lives.
So let's start this week by embracing a growth mindset, setting bold goals, and believing in our own potential to achieve them. Let's go beyond our limiting beliefs and see what we're truly capable of. #MondayMotivation
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Wendy H. Steele is the founder and CEO of Impact100, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to uniting and empowering women to create a transformational impact in their communities. Today, it has collectively granted more than $105 million to worthy nonprofits across more than 60 local chapters and four countries. In recognition of her work with Impact100, Wendy was selected by Forbes for July 2021 50 over 50 Impact list recognizing women changing communities through social entrepreneurship, law, advocacy, and education. She was also featured as a guest speaker on TEDxBocaRaton in 2014, discussing what contagious generosity means and why we should all get involved.
Dana Williams and Wendy H. Steele discussed the invitation to impact in Episode 55 of Dominate Your Day, emphasizing the importance of making a positive impact on the world, especially for women and future generations. Wendy shared her journey of starting Impact 100 and stressed the need to take action instead of accepting the status quo. We must take responsibility for creating a better world- waiting for someone else to solve a problem is not the solution. Wendy believes that taking action will ultimately benefit us in the long run.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Wendy H. Steele’s story: mom of 5, and her journey to building a global non-profit, Impact 100.
- Invitation to Impact: Giving back to the communities and how it helps women grow and change societies.
- The Impact 100 Model: A simple, powerful model that gives big grants and a lot of stewardship.
- Wendy's debut book, Invitation to Impact: Lighting the Path to Community Transformation (MFF Publishing, April 18, 2023)
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Episode Overview:
17:16 – Demystifying our outlook on the highlight reels of other people.
21:17 – How a $123,000 grant changes a community in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati.
25:29 – The transformational experience of creating impact can be vice-versa.
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Wendy H. Steele LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
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In today's rapidly changing world, personal branding has become more important than ever before. Building a personal brand involves identifying one's strengths, values, and unique qualities and using them to create a compelling image that resonates with the audience at work. By building a strong personal brand, individuals can differentiate themselves from others, establish credibility, and create a strong professional identity in the ever-changing and increasingly competitive world. So, let's start this Monday by focusing on building our personal brand and taking the necessary steps to stand out in a crowded marketplace. #MondayMotivation
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To make an impact with courage, it is essential to have a clear understanding of your values and beliefs. Once you know what you stand for, you can begin to take bold actions that align with your principles. This might involve speaking up for what you believe in, taking risks to pursue your goals, or standing up for others who are marginalized or oppressed. It's important to remember that courage doesn't mean you won't experience fear or doubt, but rather that you are willing to face these emotions and act despite them. By being courageous, you can inspire others to follow your lead and create positive change in the world.
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International Women's Day is a day to celebrate the achievements of women around the world and to continue the fight for gender equality. This year's theme is #ChooseToChallenge, which encourages individuals to challenge gender bias and inequality in their own lives and communities.
In honor of this day, we are featuring a special podcast episode where we replay episodes from inspiring women from different fields about their experiences, challenges, and successes. This special revisits Dominate Your Day Episodes of impeccable women on mindset, impact, wellbeing, and personal branding.
Listen in to hear their stories and learn how we can all work towards a more inclusive and equal world.
Happy International Women's Day!
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Welcome to the Dominate Your Day podcast! Today's Monday Motivation is all about having the courage to get things done. We all know how challenging it can be to stay on top of our daily tasks, but fear not! Here are three nuggets of wisdom that Dana shared on today's episode:
Firstly, it's crucial to clarify your vision of a good day based on the outcomes you want to achieve. By having a clear understanding of what you want to accomplish, you can focus your energy and effort on the tasks that matter the most.
Secondly, prioritize three absolute action items daily, and blend it with a strength that will help you get things done. By setting achievable goals, you can gain a sense of accomplishment and motivation to keep pushing forward.
Lastly, it's essential to set healthy boundaries. This means knowing when to say no, delegating tasks, and prioritizing your time effectively. By doing so, you can take control of your day and achieve your goals without feeling overwhelmed.
Remember, having the courage to get things done requires dedication, commitment, and a willingness to push through obstacles. With these nuggets of wisdom, you can take charge of your day and make progress toward your goals. Let's dominate this week with courage and GTD!
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In the latest episode of the Dominate Your Day podcast, Dana Williams and Dave Albin delve into the topic of conquering your fears. Dave shares his exhilarating journey of facing and overcoming his fears after meeting Tony Robbins in 1995, which led to the creation of The Firewalk Experience. This episode captures riveting stories of people from all walks of life embracing their fears, from students in Grammar school to Google employees. The Firewalk Experience can be a powerful and transformative reminder of our inner strength and resilience, but it's not for everyone and should only be attempted with experienced facilitators. For those brave enough to step out of their comfort zones and face their fears, it can be a life-changing experience, according to Dave Albin.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The power of stepping outside of one's comfort zone and facing fears.
- The risks of staying too comfortable for too long, including missed opportunities for growth and development.
- Relationship building: an experience with Google’s C-Suite executives,
- The Firewalk Experience and how it changed the life of Dave Albin.
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Episode Overview:
05:16 – Recovery from alcoholism, AA meetings, and Dave Dominating his Day
16:58 –The Story of Google’s executives experiencing the firewalk
21:39 – Beating dissension and animosity at work: a pathway to Dominate Your Day
Episode Links:
Dave Albin’s LinkedIn
https://firewalkadventures.com
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
Welcome to Monday Motivations! This week's episode explores the fascinating phenomenon of emotional contagion (EC) and its impact on well-being and partnerships in the workplace. Research suggests that negative emotions like stress and frustration can easily spread from one employee to another, leading to low morale and decreased productivity. However, the good news is that positive emotions like joy and enthusiasm can also be contagious and foster a positive work environment. Join us as we delve deeper into the concept of emotional contagion and discover practical ways to promote well-being and positive emotions in the workplace. Tune in now to start your week with a motivational boost: Listen to the episode & join our community: Dominate Your Day by signing up for Monday Motivation sent to your inbox weekly. https://thestrengthsjournal.com/
This Monday, Dana Williams talks about never giving up and creating connections to maximize goals and resolve. By connecting with others, you can expand your network of contacts and potentially create new opportunities for yourself.
Collaborating with others can help you share your knowledge and skills, as well as learn from others' experiences and expertise. You can achieve your goals more quickly, as you can leverage each other's strengths and resources to overcome challenges and make progress.
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In Episode 47 of the Dominate Your Day podcast, Claire Harbour didn’t resist the urge to explore her clumsy, sometimes intrusive childhood questions that resulted in deep, challenging adult explorations. Despite having a non-traditional career path, Claire embraces her desire to learn and uses her innate creativity to connect ideas, people, and opportunities. Her unique ability to simplify complex concepts and fearlessly share her thoughts sets her apart.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Navigating a Career Transformation: Cultivating a Non-Linear Path
- Embracing Courage in Career Endeavors: Taking Steps towards Boldness
- The Importance of Mentorship in Corporate Careers
- Prioritizing Authentic Experiences over Sales Pitches
- The Fundamentals of Cultivating Curiosity and Taking Action
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Episode Overview:
01:16 – Claire Harbour, a personal journey.
21:58 –An awakening with a series of ensuing transformations.
28:39 – Deciding to start coaching as a business.
Episode Links:
Claire Harbour LinkedIn
Claire Harbour Website
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
This Monday, Dana Williams delves into seven questions to ask yourself as a leader to create impact and workplace partnerships:
- Do you solicit feedback?
- Are you consistent with your team?
- Do you show empathy, compassion, and a caring attitude?
- Are you transparent?
- Do you accept blame and share credit?
- Are you direct, and do you follow through?
- Do you help others be in the spotlight?
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In Episode 46 of the Dominate Your Day podcast, Dana Williams and Antonella explored the topic of fostering success through collaboration. They emphasized the significance of utilizing the power of partnerships and company culture to achieve desired outcomes. Antonella expounded on how the Clifton Strengths methodology is extensively used at Eyeful Media to foster competent team dynamics and practical skills matching. With a strong leadership style, Antonella shared her approach to increasing engagement and maintaining productivity within her organization. A significant takeaway from Antonella's episode was the statement, "We reserve the right to get smarter”– continually enhance our knowledge and abilities.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Knowing your Clifton strengths, knowing your people.
- Lessons in business: choosing people that are aligned by a common set of values.
- Cultivating a robust company culture with diverse people.
- Advice for entrepreneurs/solopreneurs: plan ahead and the finances in check
- Dominating your day with your unique Clifton Strengths.
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Episode Overview:
16:04 – Being international within work cultures and teams.
27:17 –Managing entrepreneurship with diverse teams with a unique set of skills.
31:29 – Get in touch with Antonella and Eyeful Media.
Episode Links:
- Antonella Pisani LinkedIn
- Eyeful Media Website
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
Overwhelmed is a feeling of being buried under too much work, stress, or pressure. As a leader, you always get what you create or what you allow.
So, here is a question: What are you creating or allowing within your bounds? This Monday Motivations offers nuggets on how to identify and take actions when overwhelm holds us back.
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In our conversation this week, Sarah Dusek chronicles her lessons in scaling success– how she, together with her husband, founded and scaled Under Canvas to a leading U.S. Adventure business – what failed, what she learned, and how she embraced the act of failing faster. Still, less than 2% of women get funded annually out of all the venture capital money that gets deployed- and according to Sarah, “if the only people who are building businesses are men, the world is going to not serve all of us, and we're not gonna build for all of us. We're gonna continue to perpetuate the inequalities that exist in our world today, and we're gonna not solve some of the biggest challenges of our time"
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Scaling success: how Sarah’s wake-up call created a pivot from an NGO to co-founding a leading business in adventure glamping in the U.S.…
- The Basics: If you fail, you learn, and if you learn, you grow– how did failing fast enable Sarah to morph into a self-thought businesswoman?
- Venture capital opportunities for women in Southern Africa: how Engyma Ventures started to empower women with a continent.
- The 101s of managing a business with your spouse or a significant other.
Episode Overview:
- 16:04 – Play rock, paper, and scissors: the art of business management and decision-making with your partner.
- 27:17 –Women Entrepreneurs don't have access to capital and the chances of them being able to be wealth managers are low.
- 33:43 – To pioneer in new ways, in new places, and we felt like we could make more of a difference.
Episode Links:
- Sarah Dusek LinkedIn
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
Limiting beliefs are negative thoughts that we have about ourselves and our abilities. They can hold us back and prevent us from achieving our goals and reaching our full potential. Some common examples of limiting beliefs include: "I'm not good enough," "I'm not smart enough," "I don't have the right skills," or "I do not have time for that." These beliefs can be deeply ingrained and difficult to overcome, but it is important to recognize and challenge them in order to move forward. To overcome limiting beliefs, it is helpful to identify the specific thoughts that are holding you back and work on reframing them in a more positive and empowering way using your Clifton Strengths. This can involve seeking support from others (accountability partners), setting small, achievable goals, and practicing self-compassion and self-acceptance. By addressing your limiting beliefs and holdbacks, you can free yourself from self-imposed limitations and achieve greater success and fulfillment in your life.
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On episode 44 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Dr. Cindy McGovern dissects how personal branding and selling yourself go hand in hand. In today's environment, it's not enough to just have the right qualifications and experience. Employers want to see that you have a unique set of skills and qualities that set you apart from other candidates. One important aspect Dr. Cindy mentioned of personal branding is to understand your unique selling points. Knowing what your facets are and what are the strengths/skills and qualities that make you stand out? Once you have a clear understanding of these, you can start to build your brand around them and concurrently fetch constructive feedback to augment character development.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- What can recent college graduates implement within the realm of personal branding to be more employable?
- The Basics: If you learn to sell, it will change your life. Mastering the art of selling yourself innately.
- A summary of Dr. Cindy McGovern's book, "Every Job is a Sales Job."
- Rapport isn’t trust, and the 101 of sales is trust. How to nurture relationships and build trust in the process of self-promotion?
Episode Links:
- Dr. Cindy McGovern LinkedIn
- Dr. Cindy’s Website
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
Personal branding involves creating a unique and authentic identity that reflects your values, skills, and experiences. It is an important part of leadership because it helps you stand out and communicate your value to others. To understand and measure your personal brand and progress, it is helpful to write down everything you have ever achieved. This can include professional accomplishments, personal growth experiences, and any other achievements that are important to you. By looking at this list, you can get a sense of your strengths and areas for improvement, and set goals for the future. A strong personal brand can help you build credibility and influence as a leader, and writing down your achievements can help you understand and measure your success.
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On episode 43 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Blaine explains how we can be powered by SELFLUENCE - taking control of our lives by taking control from within. Blaine discusses his 30-minute hour and 21-second habits frameworks. He poses the question, if you could distill all of your personal development down to a single sentence, what would that be? Blaine's 30-minute hour framework stems from a day when we are 10x more productive than a usual day, at least once a year. In his PDF framework, he explains how planning, delegating and focusing on priority tasks determine how we dominate our day.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Powered by Selfuence: Blaine Oelker’s 30 minutes Hour framework and how planning, delegating, and focus exemplify the structure.
- Do you know Dr. No? Yes, Dr. No, the first James Bond movie in the 60s. Be that Dr. No to Dominate Your Day. Planning in the realm of the 30 minutes hour.
- How mentorship and accountability fuel selfluence.
- The day-before-vacation strategy is how your Dominate Your Day.
Episode Links:
- Selfuence Website
- Blaine Oelker LinkedIn
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
The secret to improving your well-being is to focus on the 5 pillars of well-being: physical, career, social, financial, and community. By paying attention to each of these areas and taking steps to strengthen them, we can create a balanced and fulfilling life. For physical well-being, it is important to prioritize exercise and nutrition. How do we manage our feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms? Social well-being involves building and maintaining positive relationships with others. Community involves finding meaning and purpose in life within our communities. And Intellectually, we engage in activities that challenge and stimulate the mind. By focusing on all 5 pillars of well-being, we can create a holistic approach to improving your overall sense of well-being.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
On episode 42 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Rani Puranik chronicles her journey of living in Houston, Texas for 18 years before moving to India and entering into a 17 year arranged marriage. She discusses how these experiences shaped her life and career, leading her to become one of the most influential women in the energy industry and an innovative philanthropist. According to Rani, finding happiness and love are instrumental in fueling successful corporate leadership. She also talks about her book, 7 Letters to My Daughters: Lessons of Love, Leadership, and Legacy, in which she shares how to embrace love, lead with empathy, and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Rani Puranik’s background: spending 17 years in India and that her experiences shaped her career trajectory.
- Finding happiness: How can we bring positivity into our daily lives playfully, purposefully, and powerfully?
- Career Dynamics 101: The four stages of leadership – listening, bridging, inspiring, and letting go.
- How do you start from nothing? When there’s nothing, the only way is up.
Episode Links:
- Worldwide Oilfield Machine (WOM)
- Rani Puranik LinkedIn
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
Studies have shown that we have the potential to influence up to 10,000 people in our lifetime. This means that each of us has the power to make a significant impact on the world. There are many ways that we can create impact, including becoming a leader in our community or profession, volunteering our time and resources to help those in need, advocating for social and political causes, creating innovative products or services that solve important problems, and being a role model and mentor to others. By using our talents and resources to make a positive difference in the world, we can create a lasting impact and inspire others to do the same.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In episode 41 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Gina Riley defines the moving parts you need to learn and implement for a smoother career transition. How do you get in front of Hiring Managers and decision-makers to secure your next career move? “It is up to you to not be the world’s best-kept secret,” Gina says– matching your strengths, values, skills, motivators, and leadership traits to powerfully integrate your unique attributes into storytelling to land in every conversation or interview. That is the 101 to career transition.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Gina’s YouMap coaching approach to setting skills assessments and personal assessments.
- How to cement relationships at work with a healthy network, internally and externally.
- Career Transition 101: How do you talk about your strengths as uniquely as you only are?
- Amplifying your career opportunities with the power of LinkedIn.
Episode Links:
- Gina Riley Website
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
Your engagement and feedback have been invaluable to us as we strive to bring you high-quality content on a regular basis. We are grateful for your loyalty and for taking the time to tune in and listen to Dominate Your Day. Your support has kept us motivated and inspired to continue sharing our thoughts, ideas, and insights with you.
We hope that Dominate Your Day has provided value to you, and we look forward to continuing to bring you engaging and informative content in the coming year. Thank you again for your support and for being a part of our community. "I Have a Little Gift For You" is your Monday Motivation this week!
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In episode 40 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Malene Bendtsen talks about her book, NextGen Author: How Trendsetting Creators Use Web3 and AI to Set New Standards for Authorship. Malene uses her futuristic strength to navigate changing times and fuel her interest in AI, Web3, and authorship. According to Malene, the new world of web3 offers authors the greatest opportunity of our time to set a new standard for author-reader relationships and finally be rewarded “justly for their creative work.”
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Authenticity in defining your day/life with your default strengths– a case from Malene’s futuristic strength with her current undertakings.
- What does NextGen Authorship mean for the world?
- The rudimentary stages of Web3 and does it combine with AI to set future individual authorship trend.
Episode Links:
- Malene Bendtsen LinkedIn
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
In the spirit of the holidays, Dana Williams continues with new episodes of Monday Motivation with a focus on finishing strong (December 2022).
Monday Motivation is a short-form episode designed to inspire you as you work to transform your life and impact the world. This Monday, Dana Williams talks about thriving and surviving as we close out to the year's end. Thriving refers to a state of flourishing or excelling, while surviving refers to continuing to live or exist, often despite difficult circumstances or challenges. Getting on to decipher the mechanisms of thriving or surviving, Dana details ways to understand your unique strengths and develop a weekly scorecard to gauge your progress.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn, and Instagram.
In episode 39 of Dominate Your Day, Carolina articulates her mission to help others, serve others, and share her gold with others. Her forte is to step into a global thought leader to help women seeking to find their own best selves. From experiences, Carolina created detailed methods to help women find a place of empowerment, personal growth, and business development. In this episode, you’ll learn… * Collaboration is queen: we cannot do this by ourselves, women's partnership is just powerful. * Detailed steps towards financial independence and emotional independence in women. * Collaborating together to realize the powerful opportunities and see far beyond any barriers placed in front of us. * Powerful Women Today began as a passion project at first with a small group that grew into an amazing global movement of chapters around the globe.
Episode Links: Carolina Billings Website
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
In the spirit of the holidays, Dana Williams continues with new episodes of Monday Motivation on finishing strong (December 2022).
Monday Motivation is a short-form episode designed to inspire you as you transform your life and impact the world. On Bonus content V, Dana talks about the secrets of making an impact– are you substituting busyness for effectiveness? What are the strategies to create work around the impacts you aspire to make?
Time is irreplaceable, and this bonus episode explains the easiest ways to assess what fuels perfectionism and how being effective is fueled by purpose.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn and Instagram.
In episode 38 of Dominate Your Day, Andy Storch describes the development of a growth mindset. How can we take our stories and pivot points to create experiences that can help people? How can we plan and make things happen from our goals? According to Andy, a goal without a plan is just a wish– and moving amid setbacks exemplifies us as a difference-maker. However, there’s a caveat. Do not dwell on reaching the goal. Life is a journey, and enjoying the journey now and navigating setbacks validate what happens next.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Opportunities to take ownership- getting clarity on where you want to be in your career.
- Integrating the importance of taking ownership of your career, owning your life, and your purpose.
- Networking 101: How not to be overwhelmed by building relationships and being proactive.
- How to set yourself up for future success – A version of Andy’s own story.
Episode Links:
Andy Storch LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
In the spirit of the holidays, Dana Williams continues with fresh episodes of Monday Motivation on finishing strong (December 2022).
Monday Motivation is a short-form episode designed to inspire you as you transform your life and impact the world. On Bonus content IV, Dana highlights taking the time to sit down and figure out solutions and ways forward for the new year– what can I do this holiday season to stop the overwhelm? With other practical guides to wrap 2022 strong.
Dive into our resources online and get one-on-one with our certified coaches. Follow Dana Williams on LinkedIn and Instagram.
In this episode Dominate Your Day Podcast, David Klein deliberates on the practices of setting tangible meaningful recognition strategies at work– what are the ways to rethink recognition as performance drivers and not as ‘nice to haves’ in corporate settings? In David’s philosophy, we should rethink how we approach work and explore the diversities in our strengths- it is the ultimate diversity in teams. With these actions, people will learn from everyone around them, not just the leaders and figures they revere.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Giving recognition at work. David’s perspective as President of Recognition Professionals International
- How do we use our differentiating strengths to build stronger teams and institutions– and what can companies do to explore diversities in strengths?
- Adaptability in leadership- are you still using the leadership style you adopted 10 years ago, 20 years ago, or 30 years ago?
- How to use your strengths to understand yourself at different levels and articulate your priorities.
Episode Links:
- David’s LinkedIn
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Dana Williams continues with the last episode of the setting meaningful recognition at work November.
Monday Motivation is a short-form episode designed to inspire you as you transform your life and impact the world. On Bonus content 4, Dana continues on how to set meaningful recognition at work. Investing in recognition, how it sets a competitive advantage to heightened performance, and the power of the hand-written notes.
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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Dana Williams continues to bring you new episodes of Monday Motivation – Setting Meaningful Recognition at Work.
Monday Motivation is a short-form episode designed to inspire you as you transform your life and impact the world. On Bonus content 3, Dana continues on how to set meaningful recognition at work. How do you create programs for developing recognition that can be peer-to-peer, recognition from direct leadership, and recognition from corporate executives? Research has shown that people want to be recognized in different ways. This mini-episode delves into how recognition comes in different shapes and sizes, and how they can connect to a bigger picture.
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In this episode of Dominate Your Day Podcast, Beate Chelette discusses the tools she uses with different organizations in building systems, setting executable strategies to pinpoint misalignments, where we need to start, what is the starting point and how to start with salient systems on how we are going to be moving forward from here. Beate elaborates on how she used adversity and failure and turned it around to create a role model.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- How to lean on people and ask for help. Finding industry associations and strategic partnerships in corporate structures.
- How to set systems and executable strategies to streamline operations and workflows.
- Using the 5-Star Success Blueprint coined by Beate.
- How to make small step impacts in every responsibility and how to measure impact. The audacity to not give up– how to become resilient during times of adversity.
Episode Links:
- Beate’s website, LinkedIn & Podcast
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
This November, as we set the month of gratitude in the spirit of Thanksgiving, Dana Williams brings you a new episode of Monday Motivation – Setting Meaningful Recognition at Work.
Monday Motivation is a short-form episode designed to inspire you as you transform your life and impact the world. On Bonus content 2, Dana delves into how to set meaningful recognition at work. How do you create a sense of belonging and fulfillment to develop positive outcomes at work, and how do you integrate the five pillars of recognition into corporate strategies?
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This November, Dana Williams brings you a new feature called Monday Motivation. It's a mini-podcast for leaders who want to make a difference.
Monday Motivation is a short-form episode designed to inspire you as you transform your life and impact the world. On Bonus content 1, Dana delves into how to be buoyant as a leader using a resilient mindset.
In this pocket-sized episode, you'll learn how to focus on the big picture. Using your strengths, strategic thinking for Dana– to ask herself, how big is this problem really? Then apply plans; A, B, or plan C, to navigate and find solutions.
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In this episode of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Lori-Ann Duguay discusses the basics of leadership strategies in developing and engaging people on a long-term basis, setting robust recognition strategies to create a culture where people are seen, heard, and valued. In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Money is not the biggest driving force behind the growing quiet quitting phenomenon. What is?
- How to get people recognition right as an institution? Setting individualist strategies where both introverted and extroverted employees are seen, heard, and valued for their roles and contributions.
- What are the new trends in building a culture that is all-inclusive? Different people have different perspectives.
- Roadmaps to defining leadership success: communication, leaders (coaching), recognition.
Episode Links:
Lori-Ann website,& LinkedIn
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
In this episode, Morag Barrett discusses her upcoming book, You, Me, We, as a collaborative tool to be an ally at work. Morag delves into how we reframe our ally mindset with the five principles of the ally mindset - tweaking the question do I have a best friend at work to how I can be a best friend at work?
Episode Overview:
13:54 – Leaders with partnerships in mind, what actions should I take to build teams?
18:56 – Building accountability relationships with business partners and colleagues.
27:12 – Having the conversation around what's working, what's not working, what's one thing I can do differently, or what we can do differently to nurture this sense of team and belonging in this environment.
Episode Links:
Morag website,LinkedIn & Podcast
The Strengths Journal
Dana Williams Co. Website
In episode 33 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Mark Ashby, a highly-regarded specialist who helps multinational companies and their leaders in crisis awareness, cultural change & high-performance leadership discusses his experiences of using adaptive leadership skills in serving teams, creating cultural changes, and shifting paradigms.
Episode Overview:
- 17:30 - Mindset, decision-making, strategy: from military to corporate culture.
- 25:30 - A “low-profile dress” leadership story- assimilation methods of management.
- 33:15 - What followers need from their leaders– Hope, Compassion, Trust, and Stability.
Episode Links:
- Mark’s Website, LinkedIn
- Mark’s Masterclass on Collapsing Emotional Charges to Make Better Decisions
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
In episode 33 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Mark Ashby, a highly-regarded specialist who helps multinational companies and their leaders in crisis awareness, cultural change & high-performance leadership discusses his experiences of using adaptive leadership skills in serving teams, creating cultural changes, and shifting paradigms.
Episode Overview:
- 17:30 - Mindset, decision-making, strategy: from military to corporate culture.
- 25:30 - A “low-profile dress” leadership story- assimilation methods of management.
- 33:15 - What followers need from their leaders– Hope, Compassion, Trust, and Stability.
Episode Links:
- Mark’s Website, LinkedIn
- Mark’s Masterclass on Collapsing Emotional Charges to Make Better Decisions
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
In episode 32 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Bryan Gillette discusses using resilience to navigate change, especially in the recent unprecedented times. Bryan highlights how he uses his. In this episode, you’ll learn...
How do you use resilience to navigate changes in life and career: an ultradistance runners perspective.
How to push it a little bit further? What is your nervous quotient?
How do you learn outside your comfort zone?
How to achieve your next EPIC goal by applying the five pillars of EPIC Performance (Envision, Plan, Iterate, Collaborate) in your life.
Click here to listen to my conversation with Bryan Gillette
Episode Overview:
13:35 - Navigating change and pivoting forward in unprecedented times.
23:50 - What is and how do you understand your “nervous quotient.”
32:17 - Getting Things Done with slow growth– not aiming for utopian perfection.
Episode Links:
- Bryan’s Website, LinkedIn
- Buy Bryan’s Book “EPIC Performance” on Amazon
- Take the EPIC Performance Assessment for FREE. Enter Promo code “Dominate”
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
In episode 32 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Bryan Gillette discusses using resilience to navigate change, especially in the recent unprecedented times. Bryan highlights how he uses his. In this episode, you’ll learn...
How do you use resilience to navigate changes in life and career: an ultradistance runners perspective.
How to push it a little bit further? What is your nervous quotient?
How do you learn outside your comfort zone?
How to achieve your next EPIC goal by applying the five pillars of EPIC Performance (Envision, Plan, Iterate, Collaborate) in your life.
Click here to listen to my conversation with Bryan Gillette
Episode Overview:
13:35 - Navigating change and pivoting forward in unprecedented times.
23:50 - What is and how do you understand your “nervous quotient.”
32:17 - Getting Things Done with slow growth– not aiming for utopian perfection.
Episode Links:
- Bryan’s Website, LinkedIn
- Buy Bryan’s Book “EPIC Performance” on Amazon
- Take the EPIC Performance Assessment for FREE. Enter Promo code “Dominate”
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
Yadira Ychel Caro, or Yadi, is a former journalist turned tech consultant for various U.S. military organizations. She is the host of the Hardcore Softskills Podcast.
In this episode, Yadi Caro discusses her transitory career from journalism to tech and her inspirations and skills to redefine productivity and ADHD. Rethinking productivity and “soft skills” to accommodate ADHD, and creating a culture of conscious communications change corporate meeting strategies.
Episode Links:
- Yadi’s website, LinkedIn & Podcast
- The Strengths Journal
- Dana Williams Co. Website
Jenny Toh is an ICF ACC coach, a lawyer and a mother of three living in Singapore with a deep passion for helping introverted Christian women find the right balance between the marketplace and the home front.
Inepisode 30 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Jenny Toh discusses finding energy from within, as a way to empower introverts through connecting with their purpose. In this episode, you’ll learn…
- How to take small steps as an introvert to create snowball rippling effects.
- How can introverts rely on their intellection and put their ideas out.
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The basics of corporate leaders helping introvert team members.
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The joy of being an introvert.
Episode Links:
- Jenny’s website,LinkedIn & Podcast
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The Strengths Journal
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Dana Williams Co. Website
In episode 29 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Lindsey Pollok, author, Covid crisis: Recalculating: Navigate Your Career Through the Changing World of Work, discusses recruiting and retaining talent regarding generational gaps, the Great Resignation, and being resilient. In this episode, you’ll learn…
- How to recruit and retain talent.
- Bridging the generational gap in the workplace.
- Instead of focusing on the destination, emphasize the journey.
- Mentorship and sponsorship can help you advance your career.
We appreciate you being in our community and would LOVE to hear from you on Instagram, LinkedIn, and of course, The Dominate Your Day Podcast.
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In episode 28 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Vinnie Potestivo shares four important lessons for brand development, including the value of focusing on what audiences want, developing relationships through your product, and telling a story.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The development of a personal brand is essential.
- Audience-focused marketing has value.
- Maintaining and establishing relationships.
- The ability to tell a story is a gift.
Click here to listen to my conversation with Vinnie Potestivo
We appreciate you being in our community and would LOVE to hear from you on Instagram, LinkedIn, and of course, The Dominate Your Day Podcast.
On episode 27 of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Rene Banglesdorf shares four important lessons with us - Be Curious, Be Humble, Develop Self, and lastly, Be Tenacious because you never know what opportunities lie ahead.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- The importance of asking questions because people are ready to teach.
- Establishing a network of contacts to pursue your wildest dreams
- Never letting a setback dictate the future.
Head to the danawilliamsco.com blog to listen to the newest episode!
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Gregory Offner Jr. talks about the importance of discovering your true calling before it's too late. In 2020, after recovering from vocal surgery, Gregory realized the perspective he gained through his struggles would make him an excellent speaker. He then discovered a way to bring people together in meaningful ways virtually during the pandemic.
Gregory Offner is one of the most in-demand experts on the topic of professional performance, and navigating disruption. His clients include Fortune 100 companies, and he is often asked to keynote at conferences where industry leaders and executives turn to him for new perspectives on how to elevate performance, eliminate disengagement, and make work suck less.
In this episode, you’ll learn… 1. The importance of taking a chance on yourself to pursue your calling. 2. Investing in your employees. 3. How to be adaptable in this ever-changing world.
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Gregory’s website and LinkedIn
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The Strengths Journal
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Dana Williams Co. Website
Daniel Blue, co-founder of Quest Education and author of the book, B.L.U.E. Print To Your Best Retirement: How to Access Your Retirement Account Penalty and Tax-Free is here to help us bounce back after financial setbacks.
Emily Sanders joins me for a chat about all-things leading and coaching — and how to determine the right executive hacks for your business.
On this episode of the Dominate Your Day Podcast, Brenda Bogart, a renowned Dallas artist known for her compelling collage work, shares the story of embracing her strengths to pursue her dream of being an artist, despite the doubts and challenges she faced along the way. Brenda is an example that when you infuse your passions with your strengths, you can transform your life from the inside out and find purpose in your everyday
In this episode of Dominate Your Day Podcast, I interview Lisa Burwell. Lisa is the founder and CEO of Cornerstone Marketing and Advertising in Grayton Beach, Florida. Lisa is an innovator and creator who thrives on bringing new ideas to life and has helped numerous luxury brands build their businesses. Whether she worked with Robert Redford, Sister Schubert or more recently Julian Lennon, she has proven herself to be an influential creative force and calls herself a “fish out of water.” Lisa shares how she has pushed through courage and taken many “leaps of faith” to be a difference maker.
What does every leader need right now?
Tips from the frontlines with Southwest Airlines Marketing VP Bill Tierney
I had the awesome opportunity to interview my former boss at Southwest Airlines this week, Bill Tierney. Bill has been with Southwest Airlines for over 18 years and has worked in various departments, before he got into leadership in Marketing. We talked about everything from family to running a marketing department at an airline during a pandemic and what he has learned through his experience.
Diana Mao shares how her strengths guide her as she leads the Nomi Network, a nonprofit focused on eradicating human trafficking.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Psychologists Ben Dilla, PhD and Joel Bennett, PhD about their new book, Your Best Self at Work. They explore the connection between Strengths, Emotional Intelligence, and Resilience, and how these concepts contribute to better work satisfaction, performance, and overall wellbeing.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Donna Letier, the co-founder of Gardenuity, a technology enabled garden focused approach to wellness, about how Gardenuity was started, and her strategies for living a health life.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Linda Rutherford, Executive Vice President People and Communications at Southwest Airlines, about leadership through change, using strengths to inform growth, and maintaining wellbeing with a highly demanding career.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Catherine Brown, the inventor of and chief trainer at EXTRABOLD Sales. Dana and Catherine discuss her journey into sales, some common pitfalls salespeople encounter, and strategies from her new book, How Good Humans Sell.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Consultant, Trainer, and Facilitator, H Muir, about strengths based approaches to team development, and how the most successful groups are able to mold their unique and authentic selves into cohesive and high functioning teams.
In this episode Dana speaks with HR Associate Manager Global Foods R+D at PepsiCo and social media influencer, Meredith McAlister, about her unique journey into corporate HR, peaks and valleys along the way, and how posting authentically has helped her build a dedicated social media community. Find her on Instagram @meredithtx
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Dr. Gary Crotaz, an executive coach specializing in high-performance leadership and change, and one of c.200 Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches in the UK, along with the professional ballroom dancing pair Nazar Batih and Mariko Cantley.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Jaclynn Robinson, PhD, Workplace Consultant and Executive Coach - Learning and Development Team at Gallup, and president of Nine Muses Productions.
On this Father's Day inspired episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Micah Lorenc. Micah is a proud father of three, a Career, Leadership, and Relationship Coach, a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, and newly minted Entrepreneur.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Carol Anne McGuire, a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Author, Educator, and Professional Development Specialist, along with her 8th grade Students, Bradley, Iris, Sage, Claire, and Claire's Mother Bonnie, about how they harness knowledge about their unique Strengths to enhance their education, interpersonal experience, and family life.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with Liji Thomas, The Sr. Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Beautycounter. They discusses how knowing and nurturing one's Strengths can be used to powerfully serve one's purpose in life, and the energy that can abound from this pursuit.
Shannon Marrs is the Founder and Chief Client Advocate of Chirp Research. Dana and Shannon discuss entrepreneurship and how knowing the Strengths of your teammates can bolster success.
In this episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with her mother, Marillyn Seeberger, about leaving a legacy and living vibrantly throughout a lifetime. Marillyn is a vivacious octogenarian with a rich professional career as a film producer, and more recently, a first time college student near the completion of her bachelor's degree in Screenwriting at Southern Methodist University.
In this special Mother's Day inspired episode of Dominate Your Day, Dana speaks with mother/daughter pair, Kristin Moore & Meg Hinkley. Kristin maintained a professional career at the headquarters of Southwest Airlines before changing course and beginning her recent journey towards a career as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Her mother, Meg, is an expert Martial Artist, and the founder and owner of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Self Defense company, Athena's Strategies.
Vanessa Peace is the current vice president of marketing at Children's Health. Dana and Vanessa discuss life transitions professionally and personally and the utilization Strengths to inform and enhance personal development throughout a fulfilling life and career.
Whitney Rowell is a serial Entrepreneur and founder of Miracle Milkookies, a company that ships freshly-baked lactation cookies to Mamas all around the world. Whitney also co-founded Collective Thirty One, a group supporting female entrepreneurship, and HerStory, a curated box featuring women-led small businesses. Dana and Whitney discuss building impactful businesses, the importance of leadership, and motherhood.
Raquel Daniels is the Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Southwest Airlines and a CliftonStrengths coach. Raquel and Dana discuss effective leadership during uncertain times and how Raquel's strengths of Discipline and Responsibility have contributed to her success.
Joseph Bojang is an Entrepreneur, Business Owner, and Marketer with a lifelong interest in personal optimization and self-improvement. Joseph and Dana discuss how Joseph uses his strengths to guid his success in business and family life, and the benefits of living life intentionally and with purpose.
Joseph's top five CliftonStrengths:
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Significance
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Input
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Analytical
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Responsibility
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Command
Welcome to the podcast Dominate Your Day! In each episode, renowned CliftonStrengths Coach, Author, and Entrepreneur, Dana Williams, shares conversations from leaders, coaches, and visionaries from all facets of life. Dana and her guests discuss practical ways to live life with intention and Dominate Your Day!