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 engagements like TED Talks.

Our conversation covers the impact of mindset work, the importance of personal storytelling, and the unique aspects of Joya's year-long mastermind program that includes strategy intensives in exotic locations.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 8: Breaking into Business News

Minute 17: Mastermind Program and Personal Branding

Minute 24: Common Mistakes in Personal Branding

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.

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, Essentialism: what is essential in your life? Knowing this can help you know how to say no to activities that ultimately don’t serve you, your work, or your families.

Take this action step today: Based on McKeown’s book, first, make a list of your current commitments and activities, then evaluate each one to determine its true importance in your life. This is where you identify your priorities. Using your CliftonStrengths can help you navigate this process. For example, if you have the Strategic strength like I do, you can look at the big picture and spot patterns to identify your priorities. After making your list, eliminate non-essential activities by removing or delegating those that don't contribute significantly to your values.

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®.

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 discusses her book 'Make Waves', which focuses on leading change and the importance of mindset, determination, and adaptability in both personal and professional life.

This episode offers practical advice on change management, strategic planning, and balancing ambition with personal life. Please listen if you are looking to navigate and lead through change.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 3: Strengths and Starting a Business

Minute 13: Lessons and Leading Change

Minute 22: Building and Selling a Business

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.

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, emphasizing the need for strategic time investment to yield the highest returns.

To find out more about 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®.

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 business. We discuss the vibrant entrepreneurial scene in Nashville, the challenges and rewards of transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship, and strategies for effective public speaking.

Eva also shares valuable tips on leveraging LinkedIn for personal branding and content creation. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to improve your public speaking skills, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 6: Challenges and Triumphs of Entrepreneurship

Minute 17: Mastering LinkedIn for Business Growth

Minute 21: Crafting Compelling Speeches

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.

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 importance of preparation and behind-the-scenes work, and the critical significance of rest for high achievers.

Dr. Gotian further delves into her unconventional career path, her focus on what makes people stay in challenging programs rather than why they leave, and the importance of having mentors. She highlights the profound value of mentorship, showcasing her book 'Financial Times Guide to Mentoring,' co-authored with Andy Lopata.

The discussion includes practical advice on starting conversations with potential mentors and creating effective mentoring programs within organizations. Dr. Gotian also offers resources for listeners to enhance their understanding and application of mentorship and success mindsets.

Episode Miutes:

Minute 4: The Importance of Rest and Recovery

Minute 6: Dr. Ruth's Career Journey

Minute 12: The Power of Mentorship

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.

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: career wellbeing, social wellbeing, financial wellbeing, physical wellbeing, and community wellbeing.

Let’s look at author Vivian Tu for an example of the impact that focusing on these key areas of wellbeing can have on your life and career. After a significant career transition, Vivian authored the book Rich AF, which reflects her financial acumen and underscores the importance of financial wellbeing. By managing her economic life effectively, she reduced stress and enhanced her sense of security.

To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting. LinkedIn. Instagram.

Email: hello@danawilliamsco.com

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! Get your copy of The Strengths Journal™.

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 family and a skilled medical team to navigate her treatment, as well as how she has been inspired to write a book to guide cancer patients in utilizing their own strengths.

Traci emphasizes the importance of supportive relationships, including the roles played by her husband, mother, and sister. She also highlights how identifying and understanding the strengths of those around her, including her medical team, contributed to her journey. With profound insights, Traci's story offers valuable lessons on resilience, community, and leveraging personal strengths in adversity.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 3: Applying Strengths to Overcome Challenges

Minute 8: Incorporating Strengths in Cancer Survival

Minute 10: Writing The Book: Inspiration and Process

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