Self Smarter

Developing your self-awareness skills can mean all the difference in your success as a leader. Learning to become a self-aware person takes time, openness and trust to master. Dan’l and Megan shed insight into the importance of understanding and knowing how you show up as a leader, how you are perceived by others and the impact you have on them. In today’s music moment, Dan’l shares her experience...

Whether you’re speaking to a room full of your teammates or addressing a large audience, public speaking is the thing people fear most in life. The truth is, public speaking is one of the ways you can elevate your presence as a leader. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan dive deeper into this fear to provide their tips and techniques for making the need for public speaking a little...

In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan explore the differences between bravery and courage and share the role that fear plays in each. There is power in both, so tune in to gain valuable insight on this symbiotic relationship and hear how we can all live our lives being both brave and courageous. In today’s music moment, Dan’l and Megan talk about the new Titanique, a musical parody o...

Megan is joined by Hannah Wadley, the Director of People and Operations at DMA Solutions, to talk through what to look for when seeking to recruit and hire the Ideal Team Player. They discuss how to best approach the interview process to effectively vet candidates for the characteristics of Hungry, Humble and Smart. Once you align your company’s culture and values to the recruitment process, you w...

Dan’l and Megan discuss the importance of cultivating a personal brand that authentically represents who you are, and how it will shape your leadership and the work that you’ve set out to do in your lifetime. In this vulnerable conversation, learn about the ways one can establish a personal brand, and how to differentiate yourself through trust when cultivating a positive persona. Show Notes:  Be...

In this episode of Self Smarter, we are diving into your favorite topic, the Enneagram! Dan’l and Megan cover the superpowers each Enneagram type possesses, and the beauty within our personalities. In addition, they’ll discuss how every superpower can turn into a liability if you have too much of a good thing. The idea is not to be perfect, but to be human, and we will share how to wrestle through...

In today’s episode of Self Smarter, we are re-surfacing a past episode because the topic is still so relevant! Dan’l shares the damn truth about “work-life balance” and gives us all a new way to frame what “balance” really means. Learn how we can put down the perception of having a perfectly balanced life and work toward giving ourselves the grace to find passion in both. Show notes: Defining Work...

Dan’l and Megan say goodbye to the Great Resignation and welcome the newest employment market trend dubbed the Big Stay. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, you’ll learn how important it is to create strategies to foster a thriving and engaging workforce that puts your team in a position to stay. Dan’l and Megan discuss the market dynamics that are affecting why your employees are choosing to stic...

Esteemed artist, actor and Executive Director of Broadway Inspirational Voices, Angela Grovey, joins the Self Smarter podcast for a rich conversation with Dan’l and Megan! Angela shares the value of transparency, the benefits of trusting your gut, and the importance of being challenged to accelerate your success. Learn how you can embrace your own version of creativity, find joy and fulfillment in...

Welcome back actor, singer, Grammy nominee and Founder/Musical Director of Broadway Inspirational Voices, Michael McElroy, to the Self Smarter podcast. If you missed Part 1 of Michael’s beautiful story, pause, and visit our previous episode to get caught up before diving into the second half of his inspiring narrative. In part two, you’ll hear why it is pivotal to be a compassionate leader and mod...

Welcome actor, singer, Grammy nominee and Founder/Musical Director of Broadway Inspirational Voices, Michael McElroy, to the Self Smarter podcast! In this rich two-part series, Michael encourages us to trust ourselves, lean into unique opportunities and elicit change for the greater good. Learn how Michael’s love of music, passion for people and his natural drive for leadership got him to where he...

In this episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan discuss the triggers each Enneagram type faces when managing through conflict. Tune in to learn how to have a healthier relationship with conflict, how to stop avoiding it, and how to make your conflict thoughtful, productive and effective. In today’s music moment, you’ll hear from our very own, Jessie, about her love for Taylor Swift, the drama aro...

Welcome back writer, musician, and founder of the online sisterhood I AM HER, Julie Harper to the Self Smarter podcast. If you missed Julie’s story in part one, press pause and come back after you’ve listened to this inspiring episode! In part two, you’ll hear about Julie’s fearless pursuit of a music career in Nashville and the importance of living vulnerably and authentically as leaders. Show No...

Welcome writer, musician, and founder of the online sisterhood I AM HER, Julie Harper, to the Self Smarter podcast! In this special two-part series, Dan’l and Megan sit down with Julie to hear her story of finding freedom in heartbreak, standing firm in her “why,” and leading with passionate empathy. We know you’ll walk away from this episode feeling inspired and encouraged on your own leadership...

Graduation season is officially here! If you or someone you know is closing the chapter on this season of life, Dan’l and Megan are sharing advice they believe every graduate should know as they take on life’s next steps. Stay tuned for today’s music moment to hear more about Joni Mitchell and her influence on Brandi Carlisle’s career. Show Notes:  If you’re looking for the perfect graduation gift...

In this special episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan welcome leader, entrepreneur, author, and friend, Kristen Hadeed to the podcast. Whether this is your first time meeting Kristen or you’ve been a fan for a while, enjoy this inspiring episode as Kristen gives you permission to change, permission to screw up, and permission to pave a different path as a Self Smarter leader. Show Notes:  If yo...

Oftentimes the word “boundary” comes with a negative connotation. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan share why this doesn’t have to be the case. You’ll hear more about how important boundaries are for the people in your life as well as with yourself and how to proactively set them in order to create stronger, more trusting relationships. Stay tuned for the end of the episode to he...

If you want to be unsuccessful as a leader, tune in to today’s episode to hear advice like “be unreliable,” “stop learning,” and “have a negative attitude!” Dan’l and Megan jokingly talk about characteristics of unsuccessful leaders and offer advice and tips from their own leadership journey to help you overcome challenges and be the most successful leader you can be. In today’s music moment, Dan’...

Today, we’re diving into an ugly word every leader must manage at some point… gossip! Dan’l and Megan are discussing the good (yes, good) and the trouble with gossip and how to navigate it as leaders. Stay tuned for the music moment to hear our take on P!nk’s acceptance speech for the 2023 iHeart Radio Icon award. Show Notes:  How to Handle Office Gossip … When It’s About You article – Harvard Bus...

Whether you’re stressed right now, experienced stress yesterday, or will experience stress tomorrow… stress is an emotion we all share. What we don’t share, however, is the way we each deal with it.  In this episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan discuss how each Enneagram type deals with stress and share tips on how to manage this experience as leaders. In today’s music moment, you’ll hear more...

Some strengths you naturally possess, others you work toward. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan discuss how you can not only identify your strengths but also how you can hone them and invest in them in order to best serve yourself and others. Stay tuned for the music moment to hear Dan’l and Megan talk about their most recent craze, Daisy Jones & The Six. Show Notes:  DMA Sol...

You’re familiar with “feedback,” but what about “feedforward?” On today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan make sure you’re up to date on “feed-forward” and discuss ways you can encourage and get the best out of your team utilizing this style of communication. Stay tuned for the music moment to hear Dan’l and Megan discuss the most recent EGOT award winner, Viola Davis. Show Notes:  Whethe...

When you think of a leader, what characteristics come to mind? Depending on the type of leaders you’ve been around, some good thoughts may come to mind for some, while some negative thoughts come to mind for others. Tune into this episode of Self Smarter to hear about the important characteristics successful leaders possess. In today’s music moment, you’ll hear music-related ice breakers to break...

In this special episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan welcome friend and guest, Michelle Wewers, back to the podcast for a Q&A in NYC. These three leaders uncover the truth and share stories about leadership, the Enneagram, accepting feedback, and taking risks to help inspire and challenge you. In today’s music moment, you’ll hear all about Dan’l, Megan, and Michelle’s plans to karaoke in K...

Congratulations! You’ve all been promoted to CHO (Chief Happiness Officers). In this episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan share the importance of creating an environment where people are happy and want to stay. You’ll hear ideas and examples on how to stretch the positivity within your organization without necessarily having to stretch your wallet. Stay tuned for the music moment to hear Dan’l...