Dominate Your Day

Dana Williams
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Dominate Your Day is a leadership podcast for executives, emerging leaders, and difference makers who are ready to stop performing and start leading from identity—while driving results without burning out. Host Dana Williams—leadership strategist, Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, and creator of the Authentic Imprint™ framework—helps listeners understand their wiring, align their energy, and build sustainable influence. Through weekly solo episodes, live coaching, and interviews with leaders who have transformed from the inside out, Dana uses her Authentic Imprint™ framework—integrating strengths, core values, mission, Emotional Recognition—to address real-world leadership challenges. Listeners walk away with practical tools to live in their strengths, dominate their day, and transform their life from the inside out.

  1. 3D AGO

    How Early Entrepreneurship Shapes Confidence with Build-A-Biz Kids Co-Founder, Leah Coss - Episode 332

    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:  1. Identity drives behavior. When kids (and adults) see themselves as capable, their decisions and outcomes change. 2. Confidence is built through experience, not instruction. Real ownership and real-world feedback create lasting growth. 3. 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

    33 min

  2. FEB 3

    How Self-Leadership Fuels Real Impact with Organizational Consultant Dr. Jacqueline Robinson - Episode 331

    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: 1. Authentic leadership starts with alignment: When strengths, values, mission, and emotional awareness work together, leadership feels more natural and sustainable. 2. Emotional recognition is a leadership skill: Pausing to notice and name emotions helps leaders stay grounded, focused, and intentional especially during stressful seasons. 3. 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

    40 min

  3. JAN 27

    Why Energy is the New Executive - Episode 330

    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. 2. 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. 3. 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

    7 min

  4. JAN 20

    3 Signs Your Identity is Out of Alignment - Episode 329

    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. 2. 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. 3. 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

    7 min

  5. JAN 13

    Finding Strength and Connection by Living Real with Dr. Camille Preston - Episode 328

    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. 2. 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. 3. 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

    36 min

  6. JAN 6

    3 Words that Started My Revolution - Episode 327

    "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.  2. 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.  3. 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

    13 min

  7. 12/18/2025

    How to Stand Out in the Job Market with Gina Riley - Episode 326

    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 LinkedIn Instagram 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

    37 min

  8. 12/16/2025

    Weekly Leader's Digest: Every leader has one pattern to break - what's yours? - Episode 325

    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 LinkedIn Instagram 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

    4 min
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Dominate Your Day is a leadership podcast for executives, emerging leaders, and difference makers who are ready to stop performing and start leading from identity—while driving results without burning out. Host Dana Williams—leadership strategist, Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, and creator of the Authentic Imprint™ framework—helps listeners understand their wiring, align their energy, and build sustainable influence. Through weekly solo episodes, live coaching, and interviews with leaders who have transformed from the inside out, Dana uses her Authentic Imprint™ framework—integrating strengths, core values, mission, Emotional Recognition—to address real-world leadership challenges. Listeners walk away with practical tools to live in their strengths, dominate their day, and transform their life from the inside out.

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  • Creator
    Dana Williams
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    348
  • Rating
    Clean
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    2023©
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