On today's episode, I chat with Dana Renee McKenney, the President of Visit Tulsa.

We discuss Renee's career journey through various roles at Southwest Airlines, Disney, and her leadership in Tulsa. Renee shares insights on building an authentic brand, the significance of mentorship, and the challenges and rewards of taking bold career steps. She reflects on her learnings from high school initiatives, like starting a drill team, to her current project of transforming Tulsa through community and cultural initiatives.

Key takeaways include the importance of fun in leadership, building a supportive community, and the drive to leave a lasting legacy.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 2: Facing Challenges and Embracing Vulnerability

Minute 10: Building a Vision for Tulsa

Minute 18: Creating a Positive Team Culture

Minute 25: Legacy and Future Aspirations

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Is your team resistant to change?

"I know this change is necessary, but my team just won't get on board."

Does that sound familiar?

Here's what I have noticed: the challenge usually isn't the change itself. It's the disconnection that happens during transition. When your team members resist, they're rarely being stubborn. Instead, they're expressing unmet needs for safety, clarity, or purpose. They just might not have the words to say it directly.

One of the most powerful tools I use with my clients is understanding each person's unique pattern of natural talents. When we know how people are naturally wired to think, feel, and behave, we gain incredible insight into how they process change.

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Today I welcome Danny Brassell to share his transformative life story. Danny recounts his diverse career path, starting from journalism and teaching to becoming a sought-after speaker and coach.

He discusses his key moments of resilience, the impact of losing everything in a real estate scam, and how he rebuilt his life by embracing authenticity and positivity. Danny offers practical advice on crafting compelling stories, the importance of vulnerability, and focusing on failure to connect with audiences.

He also shares insights on constructing effective presentations and establishing a personal mission statement.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 1: Finding Positivity and Purpose

Minute 4: Biblical Inspiration and Encouragement

Minute 16: The Power of a Single Call to Action

Minute 22: The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership

To find out more about my work, please visit Dana Williams Consulting.

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