Self Smarter

Feb 05 2024 101 ep. 54 mins 1
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We’re Dan’l and Megan, the hosts of this conversation-centric podcast for leaders seeking to be better every day. Whether you choose to be a leader in the workplace, at home, or in your community, we believe the most effective leaders are equipped to not only be self-starters… but self smarter. We believe everyone has the opportunity to be a leader but that it’s a choice to do so. Each week you can expect to hear about relatable experiences, helpful advice, and downright real feelings we’ve experienced as leaders - inside and outside of the office. We’re so glad you’re here!

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#100: Celebrating 100 Episodes & What's Next

Feb 05 2024 68 mins  
In this episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan celebrate the podcast’s 100th episode! Hear heartfelt reflections recapping the last two years and receive messages of gratitude to you – the listeners. Learn about what’s next for the Self Smarter podcast and on the horizon for Dan’l and Megan. In today’s music moment, Dan’l and Megan share their aspirations for suppor

#99: The Art of Coaching in Leadership

Jan 29 2024 58 mins  
In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan dive into a crucial aspect of leadership – coaching versus fixing. As leaders, sometimes it is easier and quicker to step in and fix problems ourselves... but that can cause a lack of growth and other potential challenges in the person you’re leading. There’s a delicate balance leaders must work towards to empower our te

#98: Embracing Independence from Other People’s Opinions

Jan 22 2024 48 mins  
Do you worry about what people think of you? As leaders, the desire to be well-regarded and liked by others is a very common trait. The truth is, we aren’t always going to be able to make everyone happy all the time. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan share how to find a balance between being considerate of other people’s opinions while maintaining one’s

#97: Reflecting on 2023 and Embracing 2024

Jan 15 2024 54 mins  
The turn of a new year is the perfect time for leaders to reflect and consider what went well in the past year (or what didn’t) and use that information to plan for the year ahead. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan have a candid conversation and share what they learned from 2023, and where their heads will be focused in the year ahead. Knowing each year is r

#96: Getting To Know Gen Z In The Workplace

Jan 08 2024 50 mins  
Today on the Self Smarter podcast, we are back with a popular episode where we talked about a very important generation that is expected to make up approximately 25% of the workforce by 2025, Gen Z. In this episode, Megan is joined by two very special guests from the DMA Solutions team – Hena Husain and Halle Caroline Cheatham. They will share what it’s like being and working a

#95: Common Traits of Successful Leaders

Jan 01 2024 75 mins  
As we kick off 2024, we wanted to remind you of a conversation where Dan’l and Megan talk about common traits of successful leaders. When you think of a leader, what characteristics come to your mind? We recommend you reflect on the type of leader you’ve been in 2023, the traits you’re taking with you into the new year… and perhaps the traits you’re planning on leaving be

#94: Maximize Your Strengths In 2024

Dec 25 2023 58 mins  
Some strengths you naturally possess, others you work to hone over time. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, we are resharing an episode that you may have overlooked…all about utilizing your strengths! Dan’l and Megan discuss how you can not only identify your strengths but also how you can hone them and invest in them to best serve yourself and others. What better way to pre

#93: Improving Your Presence as a Leader

Dec 18 2023 56 mins  
There’s no time like the present to start working on you! In today’s episode of Self Smarter, we are reintroducing a topic that isn’t discussed as much as it should be. How are you showing up as a leader? How are you coming across to the people around you? Listen to Dan’l and Megan’s advice on how to show up and earn people’s respect instead of demanding it. In today’

#92: Are You Gaslighting People?

Dec 11 2023 59 mins  
We are saying goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024! To get us ready, we are re-sharing one of our most popular episodes on the podcast – the one about gaslighting. As we prepare for the new year, let’s commit to being better, more helpful leaders, and doing so knowing what gaslighting is and reflecting on ourselves to make sure we’re avoiding this form of manipulation. Dan’l a

#91: Trends For Leaders To Watch In 2024

Dec 04 2023 37 mins  
It is a best practice of ours to look forward at the year ahead to get our arms around the business, development, and leadership landscape to prepare smarter. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, Mackenzie McLeod is back and joins Megan in a conversation highlighting trends leaders can expect to see in 2024. In today’s music moment, Megan talks about her experience attending the