Take Care Radio

Danny Coleman
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A podcast for coaches, trainers, teachers, and consultants to help others change. We'll talk motivation, psychology of change, connection, influence, and communication. Ultimately, it's a podcast to learn how to work with people.

  1. 3D AGO

    186. The 5 Laws of Leadership

    The problem with "leadership" is that it's hard to quantify and qualify. Even the dictionary defines leadership as the "act of leading people." With a concept so nebulous, how can we determine what makes a good leader? And let's be honest, most people get into leadership positions because they're good at their jobs, but not necessarily because they're good at leading. It's completely new skillset that comes with very little training. Today, I'm breaking down the 5 Laws of Leadership that every new manager needs to master if they want to lead their team to greatness.    Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! https://www.takecareleadership.com/   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    37 min

  2. FEB 6

    185. The Chameleon, the Tortoise, and the Myth of Authentic Leadership

    Authenticity is a hoax. Maybe that comes off strong, but in my opinion, "authenticity" has become an overused buzzword that often masks indulgence and accountability-dodging, rather than genuine self-awareness. Real authenticity isn't about being the same person in every situation—it's about having "Authenticity Filters" that allow you to be intentional and adaptable while staying grounded in your core values. The most effective leaders recognize they contain multitudes: they protect their core like a chameleon while loosening their shell like a tortoise, and understand that different roles require different versions of themselves, all of which are authentically them.   Subscribe to my Substack Newsletter for more Take Care Coaching https://dannycoleman.substack.com/   Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! https://www.takecareleadership.com/   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    33 min

  3. JAN 30

    184. The Optimist Advantage: Great Leaders Aren't "Realists"

    If you want to be right, be a pessimist; but, if you want to be happy, be an optimist. Not only does optimism make you happier—it makes you a better leader. Contrary to what many might think, optimism isn't naïve positivity or denial of reality, but is a powerful leadership operating system rooted in agency, hope, and belief in change. The fear-based thinking of "realism" (aka, pessimism) fails to inspire, unite, or lead people forward. In fact, chronic pessimism carries real costs—lower performance, poorer relationships, and worse mental health—while optimism fuels motivation, resilience, and long-term success.   Subscribe to my Substack Newsletter for more Take Care Coaching https://dannycoleman.substack.com/   Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! takecarecoaching.com   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    25 min

  4. JAN 23

    183. How to Become a Leader with Jade Teta + Ray Hinish

    This week, I got to chatting with two people who have been massive positive influences on my life—Jade Teta and Ray Hinish—on whether or not leadership is innate or can be developed. While we ultimately agree that natural temperament and early experiences shape a person's potential, true leadership can absolutely be cultivated through self-awareness, education, and inner growth. Leadership is less about position and more about one's "nervous system"—the internal state from which actions and influence emerge. Through experience, we've individually found that authentic leadership arises from integrity, humility, and clarity rather than surface-level techniques or authority. Real leadership involves balancing self-development with service to others, fostering environments where both individuals and communities grow together through clarity, direction, and empathy.   Subscribe to my Substack Newsletter for more Take Care Coaching https://dannycoleman.substack.com/   Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! takecarecoaching.com   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    1h 13m

  5. JAN 16

    182. Can People Change?

    Do people really change? And I don't mean changing as in one-off behaviors, like biting your nails or drinking soda, I mean like changing intangible qualities, like thinking patterns, industriousness, leadership, or creativity. There are some out there that think you either "have it" or you don't, but I don't think that change is as cut-and-dry as a simple yes or no. Of course, we all have limits outside of our control, but I say people can and do change—so long as we believe it's possible for ourselves. Too many people stifle their own growth by believing change is impossible for themselves. But if we make the choice to see change as possible—scary, yes, but possible—then there's no limit to how far we can grow.   Subscribe to my Substack Newsletter for more Take Care Coaching https://dannycoleman.substack.com/   Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! takecarecoaching.com   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    22 min

  6. JAN 9

    180. Break Bad Habits, Make Better Decisions, & Change For Good

    I've talked about setting goals, but the flip side of that, and what I'm talking about this week, is changing the bad habits and behaviors you'd like to let go of—the "I wills" of behavior change vs. the "I won't's." Look, change is hard, and doubly so when you don't have the most powerful of motivation, but I'm coming at you with 4 strategies you can implement when breaking those bad habits feels a bit too hard.   Subscribe to my Substack Newsletter for more Take Care Coaching https://dannycoleman.substack.com/   Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! takecarecoaching.com   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    36 min

  7. JAN 2

    179. Letter From My Future Self

    The New Year is a sacred time for me, so in this episode, I wanted to share a powerful reflection practice: writing a letter from your future self. Research shows our brains treat our future selves like strangers, which is why it can be so hard to make choices that benefit us long-term. But when we intentionally imagine our future lives—how we feel, how we spend our time, what has changed—our motivation, willpower, and follow-through increase. Vividly articulating the next version of our lives helps us set clearer intentions and move toward them with purpose.    Subscribe to my Substack Newsletter for more Take Care Coaching https://dannycoleman.substack.com/   Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! takecarecoaching.com   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    17 min

  8. 12/26/2025

    178. Why Your Habits Don't Stick

    There's a ton of great information about habit building out there, so why are you (and me, and everyone else) still struggling to make our habits stick? When I think back to my own life, I realized I've never actually changed a habit intentionally, and that's actually the reason why I've been able to make lasting change. Instead of changing habits, change your identity, and then the habits start to take care of themselves. Rather than trying to "eat more vegetables," think of yourself as a healthy person, and watch how you'll pick that habit up effortlessly. That's how you get your habits to stick.   Subscribe to my Substack Newsletter for more Take Care Coaching https://dannycoleman.substack.com/   Check out the Take Care website and join the mailing list for insights delivered right to your inbox every week! takecarecoaching.com   Books on Habits The Power of Habit Atomic Habits Tiny Habits   Other Books Mentioned Unscripted Dedicated   Connect with Danny! Instagram: @itsdannycoleman Twitter: @itsdannycoleman Website: dannycoleman.net

    27 min
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A podcast for coaches, trainers, teachers, and consultants to help others change. We'll talk motivation, psychology of change, connection, influence, and communication. Ultimately, it's a podcast to learn how to work with people.

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  • Creator
    Danny Coleman
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021
  • Show Website
    Take Care Radio