Dominate Your Day

Dana Williams
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Dominate Your Day

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.

  1. -1 J

    From Accidental Entrepreneur to Unstoppable Grit: An Interview with Business Owner and Author Danielle Cobo

    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!

    33 min

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    Weekly Leader's Digest: What’s your “why”?

    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.   To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram. Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com Looking for a way to plan your day based on your unique strengths? Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ — the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner and companion guide to CliftonStrengths®.

    6 min

  3. 10 OCT.

    From Classical Violin to Flow States: Diane Allen on Music, Speaking, and Leadership

    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   To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram. Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com Looking for a way to plan your day based on your unique strengths? Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ — the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner and companion guide to CliftonStrengths®.

    34 min

  4. 8 OCT.

    Weekly Leader's Digest: How do you learn the art of strength-based charisma?

    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.   To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram. Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com Looking for a way to plan your day based on your unique strengths? Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™ — the only Gallup-certified, purpose-driven daily planner and companion guide to CliftonStrengths®.

    6 min

  5. 3 OCT.

    A Conversation on Advocacy with VP of Marketing at American Cancer Society, Vanessa Peace

    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 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.

    31 min

  6. 30 SEPT.

    Monday Motivation: Are You Distracted At Work

    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. 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®.

    9 min

  7. 26 SEPT.

    Aligning Values with Your Career: A Conversation with Angela Burgess

    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 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.

    34 min

  8. 23 SEPT.

    Monday Motivation: The Secret of Productivity Goes Beyond Your Task List

    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. 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®.

    10 min
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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 interviews difference makers who have transformed their lives from the inside out made an impact on the world, and dominate their day.

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  • Création
    Dana Williams
  • Années d’activité
    2021 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    100
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    2023©
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