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Danielle McGeough: How to Bridge the Gap Between Intention and Action
Episode recap:
Marcel featured Danielle McGeough, Ph.D, an award-winning professor and transformation strategist, who shared her personal journey and expertise in helping individuals achieve balance through her Rise Ritual method. The discussion explored causes and solutions for workplace burnout, the importance of personal rituals and mindfulness, and strategies for maintaining presence and intentionality in leadership, concluding with recommendations for listeners to create their own personal rituals.
Bio:
Danielle McGeough, Ph.D. is an award-winning professor, transformation strategist, and host of the top 1.5% podcast Plan Goal Plan. She helps high-performing women and teams bridge the gap between intention and action through her RISE Ritual Method. Danielle blends research, identity work, and intentional planning to help ambitious people feel bold at work and present at home.
Quotes:
- "I help people and teams operate in alignment. I help them do it in a way that really connects them to their values and to their mission."
Takeaways:
- Reflect on whether you’re experiencing burnout, demoralization, or just feeling stuck, and name it clearly to better address it.
Timestamps:
[00:00] Welcome and Introduction
[03:16] Introducing Danielle McGeough
[06:42] Helping People and Teams Work in Alignment
[15:26] Why Policy Decisions Shape Workplace Culture
[17:43] The RISE Ritual Method Explained
[20:10] Designing Rituals for Desired States
[22:52] Micro Rituals That Shift Your Daily Presence
[26:36] Rethinking the Myth of Work Life Balance
[34:51] Final Invitation to Create Your Own Ritual
[35:57] Where to Connect with Danielle
Conclusion:
Focus isn’t a fixed trait—it’s a skill that can be built with practice, even in a world full of distractions. People who achieve meaningful results often do so by creating clear systems that help them avoid busywork and stay centered on what matters most. Learning to say "no" to lesser tasks makes space for bigger, more important progress. And it doesn’t require massive effort—starting with just a minute each day can lead to lasting improvement. Small, steady actions often make the biggest difference.
Links/Resources:
Website: https://www.plangoalplan.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567778897663
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-b673334
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plangoalplan
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Episode recap:
Marcel featured Danielle McGeough, Ph.D, an award-winning professor and transformation strategist, who shared her personal journey and expertise in helping individuals achieve balance through her Rise Ritual method. The discussion explored causes and solutions for workplace burnout, the importance of personal rituals and mindfulness, and strategies for maintaining presence and intentionality in leadership, concluding with recommendations for listeners to create their own personal rituals.
Bio:
Danielle McGeough, Ph.D. is an award-winning professor, transformation strategist, and host of the top 1.5% podcast Plan Goal Plan. She helps high-performing women and teams bridge the gap between intention and action through her RISE Ritual Method. Danielle blends research, identity work, and intentional planning to help ambitious people feel bold at work and present at home.
Quotes:
- "I help people and teams operate in alignment. I help them do it in a way that really connects them to their values and to their mission."
Takeaways:
- Reflect on whether you’re experiencing burnout, demoralization, or just feeling stuck, and name it clearly to better address it.
Timestamps:
[00:00] Welcome and Introduction
[03:16] Introducing Danielle McGeough
[06:42] Helping People and Teams Work in Alignment
[15:26] Why Policy Decisions Shape Workplace Culture
[17:43] The RISE Ritual Method Explained
[20:10] Designing Rituals for Desired States
[22:52] Micro Rituals That Shift Your Daily Presence
[26:36] Rethinking the Myth of Work Life Balance
[34:51] Final Invitation to Create Your Own Ritual
[35:57] Where to Connect with Danielle
Conclusion:
Focus isn’t a fixed trait—it’s a skill that can be built with practice, even in a world full of distractions. People who achieve meaningful results often do so by creating clear systems that help them avoid busywork and stay centered on what matters most. Learning to say "no" to lesser tasks makes space for bigger, more important progress. And it doesn’t require massive effort—starting with just a minute each day can lead to lasting improvement. Small, steady actions often make the biggest difference.
Links/Resources:
Website: https://www.plangoalplan.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567778897663
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-b673334
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plangoalplan
Send Marcel a text message!
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