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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 inter ...
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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, employe…
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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 c…
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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 pers…
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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 pursu…
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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 mi…
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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 engageme…
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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, Es…
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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 dis…
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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…
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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 bu…
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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 import…
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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: car…
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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 fa…
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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 …
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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 u…
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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 ha…
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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 per…
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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…
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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 defi…
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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. To fi…
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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 a…
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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 was…
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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,…
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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…
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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,…
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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 Wor…
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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…
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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, empat…
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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? To find out more about my work, ple…
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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 electro…
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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 su…
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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…
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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 leader…
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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 t…
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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 moti…
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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 pur…
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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, p…
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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 …
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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 meaning…
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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…
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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 o…
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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 inte…
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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. Remem…
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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.…
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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 May…
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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 ba…
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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…
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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 …
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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 alon…
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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 a…
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