Dominate Your Day

My guest is Jennifer Robin Wilson Today, Jennifer talks about her inspiring journey from being a registered midwife to becoming the CEO of a family business, and now transitioning into a writer and coach.  Jennifer shares her life pivots, the challenges of running a homestay placement company for international students, and the lessons she learned about leadership and personal growth. She also del...

Today, I interview Dr. Shree W. Taylor , Vice President of Governmental Analytics and Innovation at Elder Research.  Shree shares her journey to leadership, starting from an early love for math and science, and navigating her way to a PhD and a career in mathematical modeling and consulting.  She emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself, leveraging one's strengths, and the critical role...

Is your purpose future-proof? "What worked yesterday might not work tomorrow." Have you heard this leadership maxim before? If we want to continue making an impact as leaders, we need to future-proof our purpose. What exactly does that mean? Simply put, it's about adapting to change while staying true to your core mission. The leader you are today won't be the leader you need to be tomorrow, next...

On today's episode I welcome Becky Freemal , an award-winning storyteller, business founder, and fractional Chief Marketing Officer. Becky shares her journey from a 24-year career in broadcast journalism to marketing and communication roles in the corporate world, and ultimately to becoming a fractional CMO. Through stories and anecdotes, Becky discusses overcoming fear, the importance of storytel...

How does your purpose scale? As a leader, scaling your purpose means creating lasting impact that extends far beyond your immediate role. When you scale effectively, you create waves of positive change that continue even in your absence. This is something I've realized over time—every action, every word can have a ripple effect. I'm reminded of Elaine Chao, whose leadership journey took her from t...

Today I chat with Amy Chambers , who shares her inspirational journey from struggling to run a mile to completing multiple half marathons and full marathons. Amy opens up about her decision to leave a 21-year corporate career to pursue her passions for writing and coaching. She discusses the significance of having a vision statement, the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive people, an...

What do your actions say? "Actions speak louder than words." It may be a cliche, but it's true. Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture, is an excellent example of a leader who implements this truth, transforming her company through her visible commitment to digital innovation. "Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence," she says. Her very leadership style exemplifies the truth...

My guest today is Andy Lopata . A professional relationship strategist with notable clients such as PayPal and GlaxoSmithKline. Andy shares his 25-year journey from corporate escapee to a networking expert, emphasizing the shift from 'networking' to 'professional relationship strategy.' He discusses the importance of building, nurturing, and leveraging relationships in the workplace, especially am...

Is your life aligned with your purpose? Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions? I've been there. For me, defining a clear "why" helps me sharpen my decisions and adds meaning to my daily actions. An example of defining your "why" that stands out to me is Robin Arzon, Vice President of Fitness Programming at Peloton. After surviving a dramatic hostage situation, she decided to...

On today's episode, I welcome Laura and Barry Ash , who share their extraordinary journey from childhood friends playing superheroes to a dynamic couple transforming lives through their company, Rock Solid Health. The pair discuss their unique love story, Laura's challenging career transition from a police officer to a wellness advocate after a bipolar diagnosis, and Barry's experiences from being...

Let's close the year out strong As we approach the end of the year, I want to invite you to take a moment to channel the popular TV show character: Ted Lasso. Like Ted, let's tap into optimism, authenticity, and a people-first approach as we reflect on our strengths. Think of it as your personal halftime talk—time to check in with yourself and your achievements, just as Ted would rally his team wi...

Dr. Linda Shaw , a cognitive neuroscientist and experienced entrepreneur with a wealth of knowledge in unconscious processing of emotion and behavioral change is my guest today. We discuss Dr. Shaw's intriguing career path from airline crew to neuroscience, her research on unconscious bias, and the importance of managing uncertainty rather than change in the workplace. Dr. Shaw talks about unlocki...

Where are your blind spots? December's here, and I know the pressure is on! This week, I'm sharing strategies to help you leverage your strengths to enhance your productivity, energy, and confidence, no matter where you are in your leadership journey. In particular, I want to explore how overusing strengths can lead to "blind spots" that might impact us negatively, as Robert Bruce Shaw describes i...

Today I welcome Marla Mervis-Hartmann , a professional coach and TEDx speaker. Marla talks to me about her new book, 'Befriend Yourself: Finding Freedom with Food and Peace with Your Body,' discussing her journey of overcoming a dysfunctional relationship with food and body image. She talks about the importance of self-love, mindfulness, and dispelling negative self-talk. Our discussion delves int...

The power of setting boundaries Dr. Henry Cloud, an author and leadership coach, is well known for his work on boundaries. Defining and communicating boundaries can make a huge difference in our professional and personal lives. Cloud's teachings remind us that we often "get what we tolerate," so establishing boundaries that align with our strengths is key to fostering healthy, productive relations...

Enter into white space As we enter Thanksgiving week, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the importance of "white space"—those strategic pauses that give us time to recharge and think deeply, as Juliette Funt discusses in her book, A Minute to Think. Whether you're gearing up for family gatherings or managing work responsibilities, white space is essential for our strengths to flourish and he...

In today's episode of Dominate Your Day, visionary leader and entrepreneur Leigh Burgess discusses her journey from the academic corporate world to becoming a consultant and author. Leigh shares insights from her personal experiences, including overcoming burnout, transitioning from roles at Dartmouth and Duke, and finding new pathways by creating the 'BOLD' framework, an acronym for Believe, Own,...

When was the last time you were in a flow state?  As we enter this final stretch before Thanksgiving, I want to share some insights inspired by The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler. Kotler explores how to harness our biology to enter "flow"—that highly focused, energized state where we lose track of time. At this busy time of year, it's a great opportunity to use our strengths to achieve flow mo...

Today I am joined by Laura Frick , Director of Competitions at PGA of America , We discuss her journey in the male-dominated golf industry, reflecting on her education at Ferris State University and various roles within the PGA. Recognized as a 2020 Woman in Business honoree by the Dallas Business Journal, Laura highlights the importance of mentorship from influential figures, including her mother...

Have you heard of the "flywheel effect?" The flywheel effect — introduced by Jim Collins in his book, Good to Great — emphasizes that success comes from consistent, focused efforts in one direction. By identifying and leveraging personal strengths, you can fuel your "personal flywheel" with sustainable energy. For example, those with strengths like Achiever or Focus can use these talents to stay d...

Trisha Cunningham , a seasoned nonprofit leader and former Fortune 500 executive is my guest today. Trisha, now the CEO and President of North Texas Food Bank , shares her extensive career journey, which includes her impactful role at Texas Instruments. She discusses her transition from corporate to nonprofit, driven by a passion for community and mentorship. Our conversation covers how Trisha's f...

Aleya Harris is the spark for your spark™. A trailblazer in purpose-driven story crafting, she is a marketing executive and ex-Google Vendor Partner who brings her dynamic experience to her role as the CEO of The Evolution Collective Inc. Aleya is an international award-winning speaker, the founder and lead trainer of Spark the Stage ™ , and the host of the award-winning Flourishing Entrepreneur P...