Dawn DiMicco

Daily Rising: Ignite Everyday Excellence

Welcome to Daily Rising, a weekly podcast for high performers who want to think better, operate with intention, and follow through at a higher level. Hosted by mental performance coach Dawn DiMicco, this show focuses on identity, standards, and execution—the three drivers behind consistent performance in business, leadership, and life. Each episode delivers practical strategies, real examples, and clear structure you can apply immediately. This is not daily motivation. This is how you build the mindset and systems to execute consistently. Now a weekly show focused on deeper, more intention

Author

Dawn DiMicco

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Education

Podcast website

www.dawndimicco.com

Latest episode

May 19, 2026

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Episodes

Plan Tomorrow Today 08.11.2024

Set yourself up for success by planning tomorrow, today. With just a few intentional minutes, you can wake up with clarity and focus, knowing exactly where to start and what needs to get done. This simple habit eliminates the morning scramble and allows you to start each day with purpose and momentum. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/ta...

The 3 C Trust Framework 07.11.2024

In this episode, we explore the 3Cs of building trust—Character, Competence, and Connection. True trust goes beyond intentions; people don’t experience our intentions, they experience our behaviors. Character is about showing up authentically and ethically. Competence means we’re capable and reliable, consistently meeting expectations. And Connection requires a genuine, caring approach. Together,...

It Starts With You 06.11.2024

To be part of a high-performing team, it starts with each individual showing up as their best self. When you bring your personal excellence to the group, you amplify the collective strength of the team. True team success is built on each member’s commitment to high standards and growth. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ig...

Set Your Intentions 05.11.2024

In today's episode, Dawn discusses the importance of setting intentions and the power of your mindset when it comes to physical demands on your body. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books by Dawn -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠

Break It Down 04.11.2024

In this episode, we dive into the power of breaking big goals into manageable steps to maintain steady progress. Learn how simplifying your approach can prevent overwhelm and keep you moving forward Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books by Dawn -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠

Your Words Have POWER 03.11.2024

Welcome to the first episode of our special Sunday series! Today, we're diving into the power of our words, inspired by Proverbs 18:21. In just a few minutes, discover how choosing intentional, uplifting language can transform our mindset and impact those around us. Join us as we explore the incredible influence of words to build, encourage, and inspire, setting the foundation for growth and posit...

Daily Success Checklist 01.11.2024

In this episode, we dive into the power of a daily success checklist to keep your goals on track. Discover how to create a simple, effective routine that helps you prioritize, stay focused, and build momentum day after day. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books...

A Visual of a Good Teammate 31.10.2024

In today’s episode, we dive into what it truly means to be a good teammate. I share a powerful example from the volleyball court, where a player, noticing her teammate visibly struggling, stepped up to offer encouragement and support. This moment highlights the impact of lifting others up when they’re down. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit...

It's the Start that Stops Most People 30.10.2024

Why do so many of us get stuck before we even begin? In today’s episode, we explore the idea that 'it's the start that stops most people' and uncover practical steps to push through hesitation, build momentum, and create lasting progress toward your goals. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle...

Talk to Yourself More and Listen to Yourself Less 29.10.2024

Learn the importance of taking control of your inner dialogue by talking to yourself with intention, rather than passively listening to negative thoughts. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books by Dawn -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠

Can't Get It Wrong 28.10.2024

In this episode, we dive into the powerful concept of practicing until you can't get it wrong. It's not just about repetition—it's about mastering the process and building the confidence to perform effortlessly under pressure. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Boo...

It's not about what happens to you... 25.10.2024

It’s not about what happens to you—it’s about how you handle it. This is the essence of mental performance mastery. In this episode, I share a recent story of a client’s breakthrough in mastering their mindset and response to challenges. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Ch...

The Multitasking Myth 24.10.2024

Multitasking is often seen as a productivity booster, but in reality, it can hinder our focus and effectiveness. In this episode, we uncover the myth of multitasking and explore how mano-tasking can lead to greater efficiency and better results. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HE...

Are You Willing to do the Work? 23.10.2024

In this episode, I challenge you to reflect on whether you're truly willing to put in the effort required to achieve what you say you want. If you're not willing to do the work, do you really want it? Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books by Dawn -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠...

Act In Accordance with Your Commitments 22.10.2024

One of the keys to mental performance mastery is learning to act in alignment with your commitments, not your feelings. In today’s episode, I discuss this concept and share a tangible action step you can implement each morning to start showing up differently, regardless of how you feel. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ig...

Time For a Heart to Heart 21.10.2024

Today we did into the "why" behind the goals we set. Are your priorities still the same? Do these goals still matter to you? If they do, is it time to reconnect with your why? Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books by Dawn -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠

Keys to Confidence 18.10.2024

In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between action and confidence. Discover how acting confident, even before you feel it, can transform your mindset and help you embody the confidence needed to achieve your goals. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out...

Make the Journey More Enjoyable 17.10.2024

In this episode, we dive into how to make the journey toward your goals more enjoyable from the very beginning. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books by Dawn -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠

What's Your NBD 16.10.2024

In this episode, we dive into the power of making the next best decision. When mistakes happen or situations don't go as planned, it's easy to let them spiral. But the key to moving forward is to focus on what we can control: the next best decision or the next right action. Tune in for insights on how to stay grounded, avoid compounding setbacks, and take intentional steps toward progress. Resourc...

The 4 Step Success Formula 15.10.2024

On today’s episode, I break down the 4-Step Success Formula—a simple yet powerful framework for achieving your goals. While the formula itself is straightforward, the real challenge lies in its execution. Success comes from consistently putting in the work, and today we’ll dive into how to make that happen. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit...

Appreciation Elevates Mindsets 14.10.2024

In this episode, we explore how practicing gratitude can elevate both your mindset and your mood, helping you stay grounded and positive even in challenging times. Tune in to discover simple ways to cultivate appreciation daily and unlock its transformative power in your life. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excel...

What Are Your Process Goals 11.10.2024

In this episode, we dive into the importance of process goals and how they help you focus on the actions that lead to success. Learn why staying committed to the process is crucial for long-term achievement and how it keeps you motivated along the way. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -&gt...

Meet Them Where They Are 10.10.2024

As Leaders it’s essential that we start by meeting people where they are and not just where we see them being. In our excitement for the potential of others, we can scare them off. Get to know those you are leading, find out their goals and help grow them into what you see for them. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite...

Beat the Clock How to Overcome Parkinson’s Law 09.10.2024

Discover how Parkinson's Law—the tendency for tasks to expand based on the time we give them—can sabotage your productivity. In this episode, learn simple, effective strategies to overcome it, reclaim your time, and work smarter every day. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠...

Pay Your ACE Card 08.10.2024

Action Changes Everything. When you are struggling with self-doubt, take some kind of massive, messy, imperfect, intentional action. Resources and opportunities to Connect: Complementary 30 Minute Strategy Call -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/talktodawn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ignite Excellence Starter Bundle -> ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Check out Books by Dawn -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠

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