I AM SELF-ISH

Episode 69 – Notice The Difference
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright sits down with entrepreneur and business owner Ardon Daley for a conversation about authenticity, relationships, and building a business rooted in trust. Through Ardon’s journey in the cleaning industry, the conversation becomes much bigger than cleaning. It explores freedom, purpose, and what it means to build something on your own terms.

Ardon shares how becoming a husband at a young age shifted his mindset and inspired him to pursue entrepreneurship. Wanting more control over his future, he built a business focused on creating financial freedom while staying true to his values. One of the biggest themes throughout the conversation is the difference between transactional relationships and genuine connection, and why trust matters more than a quick sale.

Will and Ardon also discuss the importance of educating clients and helping them understand the value behind a service. Ardon explains the difference between a quick clean and a deep reset, emphasizing how understanding the needs of a space allows for better results and long-term satisfaction.

The conversation also touches on the realities of entrepreneurship, including difficult jobs, lessons learned through setbacks, and the importance of staying adaptable while continuing to grow.

At its core, this episode is about noticing the difference. The difference between doing just enough and doing things with intention. Between chasing someone else’s dream and building your own.

About Ardon DaleyArdon Daley is a Jamaican entrepreneur, investor, husband, and owner of DailyCleans Commercial & Residential Cleaning. His work is rooted in authenticity, education, and helping clients understand the value of high-quality service while building a business that creates freedom and opportunity.

Connect with Ardon DaleyWebsite: https://dailycleansservice.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailycleansservicePhone: 516-462-4249

Quote from Ardon:“Chase your own dream or chase someone else’s dream.”

Produced and Edited by Will Wright

Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method
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Episode 68 – Ready. Set. Action.I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright sits down with Megan Quick for a conversation that bridges the gap between creativity and professional growth. Megan shares how her background in theater has shaped the way she communicates, collaborates, and navigates challenges in both creative and corporate spaces.

The discussion highlights how skills developed through acting extend far beyond the stage. Preparation, discipline, and the ability to stay present under pressure become essential tools in any environment. Megan reflects on how being trained to listen, respond in the moment, and connect emotionally has strengthened her ability to work with others and communicate clearly in professional settings.

Will and Megan also explore the balance between creativity and financial stability. Pursuing a creative path often comes with uncertainty, and learning how to navigate that reality without losing your sense of purpose becomes part of the journey. Megan shares how she has approached that balance while staying connected to her identity as a creative.

The conversation touches on fear and rejection, two experiences that are deeply familiar in both theater and corporate life. Megan speaks about learning to move through those moments instead of being stopped by them, and how resilience is built by continuing to show up even when outcomes are uncertain.

At its core, this episode is about authenticity. It is about recognizing that the parts of you that feel creative, expressive, and different are not obstacles to success. They are often the very things that make your voice stronger

Megan Quick

Bio

Megan Quick is a writer, media producer, and marketing coordinator based in New York City. She works for Valiant Technology and creates theater and comedy in her off hours. She has two cats and thinks everyone should get a pet.

Social Media

Instagram: @quick.megan for art and theater updates, Megan Quick on LinkedIn for business. Please check out Valiant Technology’s podcast, The Creative Stack, available wherever you get your podcasts.

Quotes:

A very known quote, but relevant to the episode!

“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players;

They have their exits and their entrances;

And one man in his time plays many parts…”

William Shakespeare

Anything you’d like our audience to know?

Support small businesses and support local theater. If you want that sense of community, those are great places to start.

Produced and Edited by Will WrightHost | Certified Life Coach and Stress Management CoachCreator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will

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Episode 67 – Meet Your Gremlins
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In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright explores the voice that shows up in moments that matter most. The one that questions whether you are ready, capable, or deserving. Instead of treating it as something to ignore or fight, Will reframes it as something to understand.

He introduces the concept of the gremlin, not as a flaw, but as a pattern. These thoughts are not random. They are shaped by past experiences, environments, and expectations that were internalized over time. What sounds like your voice is often an echo of something much older, something that once tried to protect you but now keeps you from moving forward.

Will shares the story of a client named Marcus, who found himself stuck after being passed over for a promotion. At first, the response was immediate self-blame. As the conversation unfolded, it became clear that the reaction was not about the moment itself. It was tied to a deeper pattern rooted in childhood, where achievement was expected but never acknowledged. That experience shaped an internal voice that constantly questioned his worth.

Once Marcus named that voice “The Inspector,” something shifted. Creating separation allowed him to recognize when that voice was active instead of automatically believing it. That awareness opened the door for a different response.

This episode focuses on the beginning of that process. Not eliminating the voice, but recognizing it. Not proving it wrong, but questioning where it comes from. When you understand the origin of your internal dialogue, you create space between the thought and your identity.

Meeting your gremlin is not about fixing yourself. It is about understanding yourself in a way that allows you to move forward with more clarity and less self-doubt.

Produced and Edited by Will Wright

Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will

Be bold. Be SELF-ISH.
Less stress. More choice.

Episode 66 – Stand Taller
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright sits down with communication expert and founder of Stand Taller, Dave Tenenbaum, for a powerful conversation about what it really means to show up with confidence in your conversations.

Dave shares his perspective on communication not as something you perform, but as something you experience in real time. The discussion moves beyond techniques and focuses on presence, listening, and the ability to create connection in moments that matter. What becomes clear early in the conversation is that the most effective communicators are not the ones trying to say the most. They are the ones paying attention.

Will and Dave explore how curiosity changes the way conversations unfold. Instead of trying to impress or control the outcome, the focus shifts toward understanding. That shift alone creates space for trust, alignment, and real movement in both personal and professional settings. They also discuss how overcomplicating communication can create confusion, and why simplicity and clarity often have the greatest impact.

The conversation also touches on influence and how it is often misunderstood. Dave reframes influence as the result of connection rather than persuasion, and explains why people respond more to how they feel in a conversation than to the exact words being used. From leadership to sales to everyday interactions, the ability to listen, stay present, and ask the right questions becomes a defining factor in how conversations move forward.

This episode is a reminder that confidence in communication is not about having perfect delivery. It is about how you show up, how you listen, and how willing you are to stay engaged in the moment without trying to force it.

Standing taller is not about being louder. It is about being more aware.

About Dave TenenbaumDave Tenenbaum is the founder of Stand Taller, a consulting and training company focused on helping client-facing teams communicate clearly, build trust, and perform at a higher level. With over two decades of experience leading sales teams across major media organizations, he now works with companies of all sizes to improve how their teams show up in both everyday conversations and high-stakes moments.

Connect with Dave Tenenbaum

Website: https://stand-taller.com/

Newsletter: https://subscribe.stand-taller.com

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dave-tennenbaum-31144a49

Email: [email protected]

Produced and Edited by Will Wright

Host Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will

Be bold. Be SELF-ISH.Less stress. More choice.

Episode 65 – Are You Living… or Still Getting Ready To?
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright explores the quiet habit of preparing for life without actually living it. He reflects on how easy it is to stay focused on what is next while missing what is happening right now, and how that pattern creates distance between where we are and how we experience it.

Will walks through the difference between managing life and actually experiencing it. Many people move through their days focused on progress, goals, and responsibilities, yet still feel disconnected from the moments they are working so hard to build. The issue is not effort. It is attention. When attention constantly shifts ahead, presence begins to fade.

The conversation highlights how subtle this pattern can be. It shows up in small moments when there is nothing to fix, yet the mind continues searching for the next step. Over time, this creates a sense of always moving forward without ever arriving. Life begins to feel like something you are almost inside of, but not fully experiencing.

Will shares reflections from client conversations and everyday observations that reveal how often people delay living until conditions feel right. Waiting for the perfect moment, the right outcome, or a sense of certainty can quietly turn into a habit of postponing the present.

This episode invites listeners to pause and notice where their attention is going. Awareness creates the opportunity to return to the moment without needing to change anything about it. When attention settles into what is happening right now, even simple experiences begin to feel complete.

The question becomes less about what you are building and more about whether you are allowing yourself to live inside of it while it is happening.

Produced and Edited by Will Wright

Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will

Episode 64 – Why You Don’t Trust Yourself
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright explores the subtle but powerful impact of gaslighting and how it slowly erodes self-trust over time. He breaks down how manipulation can shift your perception of reality, leaving you questioning your thoughts, your feelings, and ultimately your sense of self.

Will explains gaslighting not as a single moment, but as a pattern. It often shows up in small ways at first, where your experience is minimized, reframed, or dismissed. Over time, those moments begin to add up, creating a habit of second-guessing yourself even when nothing is wrong. What once felt clear starts to feel uncertain.

The conversation also looks at how early experiences shape our ability to trust ourselves. Messages we receive growing up can influence how we interpret our emotions and whether we believe they are valid. When those messages are inconsistent or dismissive, it becomes easier to disconnect from what we feel and rely on others to define what is true.

Will expands the conversation beyond personal relationships and highlights how gaslighting can show up in professional environments and communities where power, authority, or belief systems are involved. The damage is often quiet, but the impact is lasting.

This episode focuses on the process of rebuilding self-trust. It begins with awareness, recognizing when your experience is being questioned in ways that create confusion rather than clarity. It continues with presence, learning to stay connected to your feelings instead of abandoning them in moments of doubt. Over time, that presence becomes a foundation for confidence.

Will shares that healing does not come from proving yourself to others. It comes from deciding that your experience is valid and no longer outsourcing your reality. When you begin to trust what you feel again, you reclaim your voice.

This episode is an invitation to recognize the patterns, reconnect with yourself, and remember that your truth is enough.

Produced and Edited by Will Wright

Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will

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Episode 63 – Confident in the Room
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright is joined by special education advocates and educators Paige Fitzgerald and Kate Magaldi for a powerful conversation about confidence, advocacy, and navigating complex systems with clarity and intention.

Paige and Kate share their experience working with families and schools, helping to simplify the often overwhelming world of special education. They discuss what it means to walk into rooms where decisions are being made about your child or your students and how confidence is built through preparation, understanding, and trust in your voice.

The conversation explores the importance of collaboration between families and educators, and how strong partnerships create better outcomes for students. Paige and Kate highlight the emotional side of advocacy, including the stress, uncertainty, and pressure families often feel, and how self-care and support play a critical role in staying grounded throughout the process.

Will, Paige, and Kate also speak about inclusion as more than a concept. It is a practice that requires intention, communication, and systems that support diverse learners in meaningful ways. Through their work, they are helping families feel empowered and schools become more accessible, responsive, and sustainable.

About Paige Fitzgerald and Kate Magaldi
Paige Fitzgerald and Kate Magaldi are the Co-Founders of Inclusive Educational Practices, a special education consulting company that supports families and private schools nationwide. Their work focuses on advocacy for families and partnering with schools to build inclusive and sustainable systems for diverse learners. Together, they help simplify complex challenges and create environments where all students can thrive.

Where to Find IEPractices:

www.iepractices.com

Tiktok: @advocatepaige

Tiktok: @advocatekate

Instagram: @iepractices

Link to Special Education News andNoteworthy

Mentioned in the show:

KultureCity Sensory Inclusive Map

Additional resource mentioned in the episode:KultureCity Sensory Inclusive Map

Produced and Edited by Will WrightHost | Certified Life Coach & Consultant. Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

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Episode 62 – Judge You Anyway
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, William Wright explores the reality of judgment and what it means to stay grounded in your decisions even when other people have opinions about them.

He breaks down how easily we begin shaping our choices around how they will be received instead of whether they are actually true for us. Over time, this creates a quiet disconnect where decisions no longer feel like they belong to us. William challenges listeners to recognize when they are organizing their lives around perception instead of ownership.

The conversation focuses on the difference between trying to avoid judgment and learning how to stand in your choices regardless of it. Judgment is not something that can be controlled, but the way you respond to it can be. When decisions come from a place of self-awareness and intention, they carry a steadiness that is not easily shaken by outside opinions.

William also shares how the constant effort to manage how others see you leads to mental and emotional exhaustion. Shifting that energy inward allows for clarity, confidence, and a stronger connection to what feels true. The episode invites listeners to check in with themselves before making decisions and ask whether their choices are aligned or adjusted.

This episode is a reminder that judgment is inevitable, but losing yourself in the process is optional. When you choose from a place of ownership, you no longer need to control the outcome to feel grounded in your decisions.

Produced and Edited by William WrightHost | Certified Life Coach and Stress Management CoachCreator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will

Be bold. Be SELF-ISH.Less stress. More choice.

Episode 61 – Permission to Evolve
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, William Wright explores the idea that growth often requires permission, not from others, but from ourselves. Using observations from cooking competition shows, particularly Beat Bobby Flay, William reflects on how tradition and innovation coexist both in the kitchen and in our lives.

Cooking competitions reveal an interesting pattern. Chefs bring dishes rooted in family history, culture, and personal pride, yet they are also expected to evolve those traditions in ways that reflect their own voice. Through blind judging, the focus shifts away from reputation and toward the idea behind the dish. What matters most is not who made it, but whether the concept works.

William uses this dynamic as a metaphor for personal growth. Much like recipes passed down through generations, many of our beliefs about identity, success, family, and culture are inherited. These ideas can shape us in meaningful ways, but they can also become rigid if we believe they must remain unchanged.

The episode explores the emotional weight of tradition and the fear that often comes with change. Many people worry that evolving means rejecting where they came from. William challenges that belief by reframing evolution as an extension of the past rather than a rejection of it. Growth does not require abandoning tradition. It invites reflection, curiosity, and the courage to adapt what we inherit so it aligns with who we are becoming.

Through the lens of cooking, competition, and storytelling, this conversation highlights the balance between honoring the past and creating something new. True growth happens when we allow ourselves to question inherited ideas while still respecting the history that shaped them.

This episode is an invitation to see life as a process that unfolds over time. Your story does not need to remain fixed. With awareness and intention, you can preserve what matters and evolve what no longer serves you.

Produced and Edited by William Wright
Host | Certified Life Coach and Stress Management Coach
Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com
📸 Instagram: @selfish.will
💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will

Be bold. Be SELF-ISH.
Less stress. More choice.

Episode 60 – My Best Friend
I Am Self-ish Podcast

In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, William Wright shares a personal story about the unexpected lessons he learned from caring for his dog, Omega. What began as a simple act of companionship gradually became a deeper reflection on responsibility, presence, and the meaning of authentic connection

William explains how the quiet routines of everyday care revealed something powerful about attention and awareness. Walking Omega, feeding him, and simply being present created moments of reflection that reshaped how he thought about relationships, trust, and emotional presence. These simple daily interactions became reminders that connection is not built through grand gestures but through consistency and attention.

The story also explores how animals have a unique way of revealing our emotional state without judgment. Omega’s presence offered a kind of honesty that invited William to slow down and be more aware of how he showed up in his own life and in his relationships with others.

This episode highlights how some of the most meaningful lessons about care, loyalty, and connection come from the quiet parts of life. Through Omega, William was reminded that presence is a form of love and that authentic connection begins with how we show up in the smallest moments.

Produced and Edited by William Wright

Host | Certified Life Coach and Stress Management Coach

Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method

🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will