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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

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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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If you're ready to take your strengths development to the next level, check out 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.

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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If you're ready to take your strengths development to the next level, check out 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, 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.

If you're ready to take your strengths development to the next level, check out 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.

To find out more about me and the work I do, please visit Dana Williams Consulting and LinkedIn.

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

If you're ready to take your strengths development to the next level, check out 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.

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.

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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.

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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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