In today's episode of Dominate Your Day, visionary leader and entrepreneur Leigh Burgess discusses her journey from the academic corporate world to becoming a consultant and author.

Leigh shares insights from her personal experiences, including overcoming burnout, transitioning from roles at Dartmouth and Duke, and finding new pathways by creating the 'BOLD' framework, an acronym for Believe, Own, Learn, Design.

She explains how the pandemic catalyzed her personal transformation, culminating in her leaving a demanding corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship with her daughter. Leigh also highlights the significance of continuous self-belief and reassessment of personal strengths in business.

Her new book, 'Be Bold Today,' encapsulates this journey, offering strategies for personal empowerment and success. Through the conversation, Leigh expresses the vital role of support networks and how aligning with one's strengths and values can foster both personal and professional growth.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 4: The BOLD Framework: Believe, Own, Learn, Design

Minute 14: Building and Sustaining a Business

Minute 18: Personal Reflections and Bold Moves

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When was the last time you were in a flow state?

As we enter this final stretch before Thanksgiving, I want to share some insights inspired by The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler. Kotler explores how to harness our biology to enter "flow"—that highly focused, energized state where we lose track of time. At this busy time of year, it’s a great opportunity to use our strengths to achieve flow more often. Think about strengths as your natural gateway to flow.

For example, if Learner is in your top strengths, you may find flow in skill acquisition. If Competition ranks high for you, you might feel in flow in high-stakes situations or by setting up small, daily challenges. This week, I encourage you to reflect on a recent flow experience: when was the last time you lost track of time, and what strength were you using? Identifying these moments can help you create intentional, strength-based pathways to flow every day.

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Today I am joined by Laura Frick, Director of Competitions at PGA of America,

We discuss her journey in the male-dominated golf industry, reflecting on her education at Ferris State University and various roles within the PGA.

Recognized as a 2020 Woman in Business honoree by the Dallas Business Journal, Laura highlights the importance of mentorship from influential figures, including her mother and mentors like Mike Damakis and Steve Tanner.

Our conversation covers the significant growth and changes in women's sports, particularly golf, citing increased participation and innovative formats like Topgolf. Laura shares her passion for working with junior golfers, creating memorable championship experiences, and the joy of witnessing young players' development. She offers leadership insights, emphasizing proactivity, team culture, work-life balance, and the necessity of taking breaks to recharge. Laura reflects on her strengths, the importance of mental and physical wellness, and the impact of strong leadership, providing valuable advice for aspiring leaders.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 3: Journey Into The Golf Industry

Minute 19: Leadership and Responsibility

Minute 24: Balancing Work and Self Care

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