Self Smarter

Have you ever asked for something outside of the norm and didn’t receive the answer you expected? Perhaps, you didn’t master the art of asking for an exception! In this episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan share a self-smarter way to ask for an exception as well as tools to equip leaders to be prepared for the asks. You’ll hear how this simple but powerful advice can positively impact your relationships at home and in the workplace. And, don’t call it a comeback, stay tuned to hear about Kate Bush’s return to the spotlight in today’s music moment.

Show Notes:

• Custom Messaging Guide – contact [email protected] and we’ll set up a call to make sure your company messaging is clear, concise, and set up to best reach your audience
• #26: The Realities Of Work Remote episode – The Self Smarter Podcast
• Running Up That Hill official music video – YouTube
• Here's How "Stranger Things" Convinced Kate Bush To Let Them Use "Running Up That Hill" As Max's Song article – BuzzFeed
• Kate Bush has now made $2.3 million from her 37-year-old song featured in ‘Stranger Things,’ according to one industry estimate article – Fortune

The Art of Asking for an Exception:

1. Know your audience… like really know them
2. State the facts and the stakes
3. Offer a thoughtful solution and deliver

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You asked, she answered…literally! In this special episode of Self Smarter, Jordan steps in while Megan is away to ask Dan’l questions that many of you submitted. Dan’l is covering everything from leadership and owning her own business to parenthood and questions about navigating life. We know you’ll walk away from this episode feeling encouraged and inspired. You may be familiar with Dan’l and Megan’s love for karaoke, but stay tuned for the music moment to hear how this passion has impacted Jordan.

Show Notes:

• MOBE Systems IT Services – mention the Self Smarter Podcast for a discount on IT services
• The 6 Types Of Working Genius book – Patrick Lencioni
• Working Genius assessment – The Table Group
• #28: What Is Your Working Genius? episode – The Self Smarter Podcast
• #15: The Damn Truth About Work-Life Balance episode – The Self Smarter Podcast
• Linchpin: Are You Indispensable? book – Seth Godin

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You’ve heard Dan’l and Megan discuss the Enneagram and the Ideal Team Player, and today they’re introducing another powerful resource and assessment they’ve used to transform the culture at DMA Solutions. Tune in to hear about the Working Genius assessment and how you can put this tool to use in your workplace or organization to get the best possible results out of your team. In today’s music moment, Dan’l and Megan discuss the heartbreaking news about Olivia Newton-John and how her music impacted their lives.  

In this episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan debunk the idea that you have to either be an introvert or an extrovert. With the information presented, you’ll feel empowered to lean into both in order to become the most effective leader. Whether you’re needing to better understand yourself or those you’re leading, this episode is a must-listen! Stay tuned for the music moment to hear about Dan’l’s latest music crush, Maggie Rogers, and the backstory behind her newest album, “Surrender.”

The reality of “work remote” expectations is not something we can ignore as leaders. In this episode of Self Smarter, you’ll hear Dan’l and Megan’s thoughts regarding the new expectation to work remotely, how they navigated this as leaders, and offer practical tips to guide you, our listeners, in making these decisions for your team. Stay tuned for the music moment to hear Dan’l and Megan’s continued musical high after a recent Brandi Carlile concert in Dallas.

When the only thing we can expect in life is the unexpected, emotional agility is vital for us as humans and as leaders. In this episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan define emotional agility and share what they’ve been learning about this practice in order to help us all feel empowered during life’s twists and turns. Stay tuned for the music moment to hear Dan’l and Megan’s thoughts on a popular artist who has plenty of experience navigating emotional agility throughout their career.

Why do we fear pressing “send” on the email? Why do we touch up our pictures before we share them on Instagram? Whether we like to admit it or not, we can all relate to the struggle of perfectionism. In today’s episode, Dan’l and Megan share why it’s important to actually choose imperfection in order to live more connected and authentic lives. Stay tuned for the music moment to hear Dan’l and Megan discuss the correlation between music and therapy and some of their go-to playlists.

Have you ever thought about how your journey to become “Self Smarter” is influencing those around you? On this special episode of Self Smarter, Dan’l and Megan are joined by Mackey Payton, Dan’l’s daughter, to discuss what it was like to grow up in a home where self-knowledge and self-awareness were being practiced. Stay tuned for today’s music moment to hear about the most unique room in the Almy’s house… Spoiler alert: it’s a karaoke stage!

In this episode of Self Smarter, we’re talking about the cringy topic of “imposter syndrome.” But don’t worry, we’re not just talking about it, we’re sharing how you can overcome this state of mind that most people confront in life. Stay tuned for our music moment to hear some fun history on Elvis Presley, the new movie, and his impact on Dan’l and Megan’s lives growing up as kids in the 70s. 

“Servant leadership” has been a popular term for a while, but what does it actually mean? In this episode of Self Smarter, we’re discussing the meaning and characteristics of servant leaders to validate and/or motivate listeners to better lead the people in their lives. In today’s music moment, you’ll hear which genre of music we think is the best. Spoiler alert: it’s the 80s and that’s the only right answer!