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Dominate Your Day

Dominate Your Day

By: Dana Williams
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Research shows that employees and individuals typically burn out because they aren't making an impact. It's hard to make a difference in the world when you're feeling disconnected and burned out, which is why Dana Williams has leveraged 10 years of practice as a Clifton Strengths Coach and 25 years at Southwest Airlines helping people live into their values at work and at home and have created proprietary frameworks, courses and tools to help individuals and companies do the same. Dana interviews difference makers who have transformed their lives from the inside out, made an impact on the world and dominate their day.2023© Economics Personal Development Personal Success
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  • On Trailblazing as a Leader with CEO Ellen Wood - Episode 338

    On Trailblazing as a Leader with CEO Ellen Wood - Episode 338
    Mar 24 2026
    On this episode of Dominate Your Day, Ellen Wood, CEO of VCFO, talks about what it means to be a trailblazer. Nearly 30 years ago, Ellen pioneered the fractional CFO model long before "virtual" became part of everyday business language. What started as a bold, unconventional idea has now served more than 6,000 clients and helped define an entire industry. We discuss culture, accountability, and leadership. Over the years, Ellen has learned that culture isn't a "soft" concept it's the heart of the business. By involving employees in defining core values and ultimately elevating "people first" to the top priority, she has intentionally shaped an organization rooted in integrity and service. Her perspective reinforces the truth that authentic leadership is about walking the talk building strong systems, empowering people, and staying true to your values while you grow. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Great leadership starts with culture. Ellen reminds us that intentionally defining values and truly putting people first creates the foundation for long-term success. 2. Strong leaders build accountability into their organizations. They do this by clearly defining roles, setting expectations, and ensuring that ownership sits with one person, not many. 3. Leadership is about walking the talk. Leaders should model integrity, give back to the community, mentor the next generation, and continuously grow so your team can grow alongside you. Episode Minutes: Minute 5:00 - Building a strong organizational culture and defining core values Minute 9:00 - Industry trends: consolidation and the future vision for VCFO Minute 12:00 - Leadership influences and mentoring practices Minute 16:00 - The significance of accountability and systems like EOS Links + Resources from This Episode: Connect with Ellen on LinkedIn Learn more about vcfo Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within Learn more about The Strengths Journal
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    19 mins
  • What You Tolerate Reveals Your Values

    What You Tolerate Reveals Your Values
    Mar 17 2026
    7 mins
  • How to Make Lasting Change in Your Community with Author Sharon Eubank - Episode 336

    How to Make Lasting Change in Your Community with Author Sharon Eubank - Episode 336
    Mar 10 2026

    On this episode of Dominate Your Day, I had the privilege of sitting down with Sharon Eubank to talk about her new book, Doing Small Things with Great Love, and the powerful lessons she's learned from nearly three decades of global humanitarian work. Sharon emphasizes that real help is always an exchange grounded in respect, dignity, and listening rather than assuming we know what's best for others.

    We also discuss the leadership principles behind her work, especially the belief that we are most powerful where we live. Sharon explains how lasting change happens within trusted networks teams, neighborhoods, and organizations that hold one another accountable and unite around a shared purpose. She reflects on how service and purpose-driven teamwork can counter polarization and digital isolation, strengthen communities, and even improve mental health.

    This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make a positive impact within their community.

    Top 3 Takeaways:

    1. Small acts matter more than we think. Real impact doesn't have to be big or global it's about giving the right help at the right time in the right way. Even simple acts, done with empathy, can restore dignity and humanity.

    2. We are most powerful where we live. Lasting change happens in our own communities, where we understand the culture, speak the language, and have long-term relationships. Don't underestimate the influence you have right where you are.

    3. Great leadership empowers, it doesn't dictate. Instead of solving problems for people, strong leaders help others build confidence to find their own solutions creating purpose-driven, trusted teams that make meaningful impact together.

    Episode Minutes: Minute 10:00 - Prioritizing where you are most powerful - your community

    Minute 11:00 - The importance of trusting and empowering those around you in leadership

    Minute 13:00 - Lessons from humanitarian work applicable to purpose-driven teams

    Minute 16:00 - Reflections on human nature, polarization, and community connection

    Links + Resources from This Episode:

    Get a copy of Sharon's book, Doing Small Things with Great Love

    Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment

    Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within

    Learn more about The Strengths Journal
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    19 mins
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