The Intentional Advantage
486 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago - ★★★★★ - 508 ratingsThe Intentional Advantage is the podcast for high-achieving women who are ready to step into intentional leadership at work and in their personal life. If you are a woman who has spent your life chasing busy, overwhelmed by everything you need to do.… if you know you’ve accomplished a lot but still secretly feel unqualified…if you have felt defined by overachieving, over perfecting and are just plain over it, this is the podcast for you.
In each episode, Purposeful Productivity expert Tanya Dalton shares actionable strategies and tactics to help you reclaim your time, reignite your purpose, and restore harmony in your life. Tanya is an international best-selling author, speaker and 7-figure entrepreneur who can help you overcome your limiting beliefs, reduce your anxiety and boost your self-confidence. After all, you were made for an extraordinary life.
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174: Growing a Business With Vision & Intention
May 12, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBWhat does it mean to lead with vision, and why is it important for not only you but those around you as well? That's what you'll discover in this episode as we dive into using your purpose statement to guide you toward your vision. I discuss how you can use your vision to help you stay on the right path toward your goals and why you should use both nearsightedness and farsightedness to guide you along the way. Not only that, but I'll also share tips for inviting others to be a part of your v...
Fix This Next with Mike Michalowicz
May 05, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBAre you running a company that can thrive without you there? If not, it's time to start thinking about how to make this a reality. That's precisely why I invited Mike Michalowicz on the show. Mike is the author of several books, including his latest release, Fix This Next. By his 35th birthday, Mike had already founded and sold two companies. Today, he is running his third multi-million dollar company. In this episode, Mike shares some of his biggest tips for creating a business with a lasti...
173: Fix This Next with Mike Michalowicz
May 05, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBAre you running a company that can thrive without you there? If not, it's time to start thinking about how to make this a reality. That's precisely why I invited Mike Michalowicz on the show. Mike is the author of several books, including his latest release, Fix This Next. By his 35th birthday, Mike had already founded and sold two companies. Today, he is running his third multi-million dollar company. In this episode, Mike shares some of his biggest tips for creating a business with a lasti...
172: How Smart Leaders Prioritize
April 28, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBHow do you prioritize when everything feels like a priority? It's nearly impossible when you're not using the right system. This is why you need to ditch the tired, old to-do list and upgrade to a priority list instead. In this episode, I'll be exploring why a priority list will help you become a better leader and more intentional with your time. You'll learn how to decide what's urgent and what's important, and how a priority list can help you manage it effectively. If you've been having a ...
How Smart Leaders Prioritize
April 28, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBHow do you prioritize when everything feels like a priority? It's nearly impossible when you're not using the right system. This is why you need to ditch the tired, old to-do list and upgrade to a priority list instead. In this episode, I'll be exploring why a priority list will help you become a better leader and more intentional with your time. You'll learn how to decide what's urgent and what's important, and how a priority list can help you manage it effectively. If you've been having a ...
4 Simple Habits of Effective Leaders
April 21, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBWe need more women in leadership. It's about time that more women join the ranks of women-owned businesses and begin to own up to their greatness in corporate spaces. That's why in this episode, I am going to share the four simple habits of effective leaders. It is my hope that this episode will inspire women and help them realize that being an effective leader is within their reach. You'll hear about how to reframe your mindset (because you already have what it takes to be an effective lead...
171: 4 Simple Habits of Effective Leaders
April 21, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBWe need more women in leadership. It's about time that more women join the ranks of women-owned businesses and begin to own up to their greatness in corporate spaces. That's why in this episode, I am going to share the four simple habits of effective leaders. It is my hope that this episode will inspire women and help them realize that being an effective leader is within their reach. You'll hear about how to reframe your mindset (because you already have what it takes to be an effective lead...
How to be a Better Leader at Work and Beyond
April 14, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBDuring these uncertain times, leaders must step up and help counterbalance all of the fear-mongering occurring in our world. For those with a calling, the critical moment to learn how to embrace their leadership abilities and lead effectively has arrived. In this episode, I'm explaining exactly how you can start getting more comfortable with embracing your inner leader. It's a lesson that my dad began instilling in me from a young age, but I believe that anyone can be a leader. All it takes ...
170: How to be a Better Leader at Work and Beyond
April 14, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBDuring these uncertain times, leaders must step up and help counterbalance all of the fear-mongering occurring in our world. For those with a calling, the critical moment to learn how to embrace their leadership abilities and lead effectively has arrived. In this episode, I'm explaining exactly how you can start getting more comfortable with embracing your inner leader. It's a lesson that my dad began instilling in me from a young age, but I believe that anyone can be a leader. All it takes ...
169: Rituals to Make You More Productive
April 07, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 37.4 MBRituals are the things that help you find your center and keep you grounded, especially during times of crisis and uncertainty. They're very different from habits and routines. Rituals are so much bigger and more significant; they allow us to tie more pleasure into our day and are the thread that weaves together all of the elements of productivity that you want in life. In this episode, I'm breaking down how rituals differ from habits and routines, and how to use them to align your day. I di...
Rituals to Make You More Productive
April 07, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 37.4 MBRituals are the things that help you find your center and keep you grounded, especially during times of crisis and uncertainty. In this episode, I'm breaking down how rituals differ from habits and routines and how to use them to align your day. I discuss the state of unconscious competence and how to use it to get more in tune with who you are at your core, so you can genuinely feel good about where you are as your day unfolds. What's In This Episode: The differences between habits, rou...
168: Why It’s Not Just Grit You Need to Succeed
March 31, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 35.9 MBThere is no magic button or one single ingredient in the recipe for success. So often, grit has been attributed to much of the success that the elite in our society has experienced. But what if I told you that there was something else that could be key in the pursuit of your goals and dreams? What I am hinting at is this thing called willpower. Willpower is the yin to grit's yang. In this episode, I'm sharing how focusing too much on one thing can increase your risk of stress and anxiety, an...
Why It’s Not Just Grit You Need to Succeed
March 31, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 35.9 MBThere is no magic button or one single ingredient in the recipe for success. So often, grit has been attributed to much of the success that the elite in our society has experienced. But what if I told you that there was something else that could be key in the pursuit of your goals and dreams? What I am hinting at is this thing called willpower. Willpower is the yin to grit's yang. In this episode, I'm sharing how focusing too much on one thing can increase your risk of stress and anxiety, an...
Make Time with John Zeratsky
March 24, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBHave you ever thought about choosing your goal for the day from the very get-go when you wake up? Think about this for a second, what if you started your day by planning what you want to be the highlight, and then worked backward to make sure it happened? That’s one of the things that today’s guest, John Zeratsky, shared in this episode. John is the co-author of Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day. He shares his wisdom on not living our life by default, and how things, like the...
167: Make Time with John Zeratsky
March 24, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBHave you ever thought about choosing your goal for the day from the very get-go when you wake up? Think about this for a second, what if you started your day by planning what you want to be the highlight, and then worked backward to make sure it happened? That’s one of the things that today’s guest, John Zeratsky, shared in this episode. John is the co-author of Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day. He shares his wisdom on not living our life by default, and how things, like the...
166: Quitting + Constraints
March 17, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.8 MBQuitting is one of those things that’s been given a bad wrap but in reality, can be quite great (and even necessary) on your journey toward reaching your goals. Quitting isn’t easy especially because a lot of people believe that winners never quit. But what if I told you that wasn’t accurate? What if I said that winners actually quit quite often? In this episode, we’ll be chatting about quitting what no longer serves us. I’ll be talking about using constraints to laser in on what’s most impo...
Quitting + Constraints
March 17, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.8 MBQuitting is one of those things that’s been given a bad wrap but, in reality, can be great on your journey toward reaching your goals. Quitting isn’t easy, especially because a lot of people believe that winners never quit. But what if I told you that wasn’t accurate? What if I said that winners actually quit quite often? In this episode, we’ll be chatting about quitting what no longer serves us. I’ll be talking about using constraints to laser in on what’s most important and using those as ...
The Guide to Getting Unstuck
March 10, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.5 MBIt’s time to turn “stuck” on its head and begin to use it as leverage to create the success and happiness you want. We’ve all had those moments where we feel like we just want to throw the covers on over our heads. In this episode, we’re talking about getting past those moments where we feel stuck. I share how to reframe how you look at low points, my tips for overcoming feeling stuck, and using the traps that can make you feel stuck as an opportunity for growth and testing new boundaries. ...
165: The Guide to Getting Unstuck
March 10, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.5 MBIt’s time to turn “stuck” on its head and begin to use it as leverage to create the success and happiness you want. We’ve all had those moments where we feel like we just want to throw the covers on over our heads. In this episode, we’re talking about getting past those moments where we feel stuck. I share how to reframe how you look at low points, my tips for overcoming feeling stuck, and using the traps that can make you feel stuck as an opportunity for growth and testing new boundaries. ...
164: Making Big Shifts in Business & Beyond with Kristen Ley
March 03, 2020 06:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBYou can’t pour from an empty cup. We’ve talked about this idea a few times on the show, and it’s so true. I couldn’t wait to bring on my friend, Kristen Ley, founder of Thimblepress, to chat about celebrating little wins, taking care of your wellbeing, and so much more. After dealing with a massive setback in her business, Kristen knew she had to make some huge changes. We dive into everything from getting back to her North Star (and why she decided to start mentoring and consulting other bu...
Making Big Shifts in Business & Beyond with Kristen Ley
March 03, 2020 06:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBYou can’t pour from an empty cup. We’ve talked about this idea a few times on the show, and it’s so true. I couldn’t wait to bring on my friend, Kristen Ley, founder of Thimblepress, to chat about celebrating little wins, taking care of your wellbeing, and so much more. We dive into everything from getting back to her North Star, to gaining back her mental and physical health. She shares why you need to learn to say no to the things that don’t serve yourself or your purpose and why she’s suc...
How to Be Unapologetically You
February 25, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 38 MBPeople-pleasing at the expense of yourself can be so destructive. As women, a lot of us fall victim to the collective issues of chronically apologizing, and this affects us in all areas of our lives. It’s time we start taking note from powerful women in the world who are doing their thing, on their own terms, without apologizing for it. In this episode, I’m going to talk about honing in on the confidence to be boldly and unapologetically you. I discuss being more direct, using the five-secon...
163: How to Be Unapologetically You
February 25, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 38 MBPeople-pleasing at the expense of yourself can be so destructive. As women, a lot of us fall victim to the collective issues of chronically apologizing, and this affects us in all areas of our lives. It’s time we start taking note from powerful women in the world who are doing their thing, on their own terms, without apologizing for it. In this episode, I’m going to talk about honing in on the confidence to be boldly and unapologetically you. I discuss being more direct, using the five-secon...
How to Rewrite Your Narrative & Reveal the True You
February 18, 2020 06:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBThe way you tell your own story becomes your truth. In this episode, I discuss how to take control over who you desire to be by aligning your narrative with a positive lens and writing your own story. I talk about overcoming the stories you’ve told yourself, the impact of having a positive outlook, and how to become more comfortable with the titles you claim. I also share stories about my own self-discovery and how I continue to bring light to the darkness I faced. What's In This Episode: ...
162: How To Rewrite Your Narrative & Reveal the True You
February 18, 2020 06:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBThe ways you tell your own story becomes your truth. Don’t allow others that power over you. Your life is your story to tell, and if you’ve been living in a way that doesn’t fit who you really are and who you’re capable of becoming, it’s time to change that narrative. Today I am talking about taking control over who you desire to be by aligning your narrative with a positive lens and writing your own story. I talk about overcoming the stories you’ve told yourself, the impact of having a posi...
161: Managing Your Mood
February 11, 2020 06:00 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBHave you ever had one of those days where you've woken up in a bad mood, or where you were having a good day until life presented you with a curveball that completely threw your good mood off course? Today I am sharing how to start to embrace the changes that life throws at you and how to use them for growth. Because learning to embrace change, no matter if it comes from the outside world or the inside, is crucial. We'll be discussing how to rise above negative mood shifts, how to acknowledg...
Managing Your Mood
February 11, 2020 06:00 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBHave you ever had one of those days where you've woken up in a bad mood, or where you were having a good day until life presented you with a curveball that completely threw your good mood off course? Today I am sharing how to start to embrace the changes that life throws at you and how to use them for growth. You'll learn how to rise above negative mood shifts and how to acknowledge the choices you make, especially when it pertains to your mood. And together, we'll tap into some strategies y...
160: How to Discover Your Superpowers
February 04, 2020 06:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBSuperpowers are often confused as something that's reserved for our favorite superhero characters in comic books or on the big screen. But what if I told you that you can harness your own superpowers, but it's up to you to discover them and use them for good? In this episode, I am sharing how to figure out what superpowers you have by looking at your strengths, passions, and focus, and how to use them (and why it's essential). I also dive into reasons why you should hone in on your own stren...
How to Discover Your Superpowers
February 04, 2020 06:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBSuperpowers are often confused as reserved for our favorite characters in comic books or on the big screen. But what if I told you that you could harness your own superpowers? In this episode, I share how to figure out what superpowers you have by looking at your strengths, passions, and focus. I also dive into why you should hone in on your strengths and skills to help you blaze a unique path toward success. What’s In This Episode: How to tap into your own power Blazing your own t...
Living a Fully Charged Life with Meaghan B. Murphy
January 28, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBAre you ready to embrace a life filled with more positivity? Then you’ll love today’s conversation with guest Meaghan B. Murphy who believes that you should search for the Yay! every day. Meaghan is a multi-platform media junkie with a 20-plus year magazine career at Teen People, Cosmopolitan, and Self. She is also the current executive editor for Good Housekeeping and is working on her debut novel, The Fully Charged Life, which will make its debut in 2021. We talked about how learning to be...
159: Living a Fully Charged Life with Meaghan Murphy
January 28, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBAre you ready to embrace a life filled with more positivity? Then you’ll love today’s conversation with guest Meagan B. Murphy who believes that you should search for the yay every day. Meagan is a multi-platform media junkie with a 20-plus year magazine career at places like Teen People, Cosmopolitan, and Self. She is also the current executive editor for Good Housekeeping and is working on her debut novel, The Fully Charged Life, which will make its debut in 2021. We talked about how learn...
158: Looking Backwards to Move Forwards
January 21, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBBecoming the person you dream of takes a lot of self-reflection and diving into the past to figure out who you wish to be in the future. Your history holds so many pearls of wisdom that can help you map out where you want to go and what direction to take. Today I am talking all about using your past as a springboard and motivator to help you move forward. I'll be sharing the importance of sitting in discomfort and reflecting on who you've been and giving yourself permission to let go of the ...
Looking Backwards to Move Forwards
January 21, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBBecoming the person you dream of takes a lot of self-reflection and diving into the past to figure out who you wish to be in the future. Your history holds many pearls of wisdom that can help you map out where you want to go and what direction to take. Today I am talking about using your past as a springboard and motivator to help you move forward. I'll be sharing the importance of sitting in discomfort, reflecting on who you've been, and permitting yourself to let go of the past. What...
New Ways to Look at Goal Setting
January 14, 2020 06:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBWith a new year upon us, it’s only natural to be thinking about your goals and what you hope to accomplish. There are so many ways to approach goals, but sometimes looking at them from a new lens can make them feel less daunting and more attainable. As we begin a new season of this podcast, I really want to focus on creating You 2.0 and making small tweaks to get ourselves on track to who we ultimately want to be. That’s why today’s episode is all about goal setting and finding joy in the ex...
157: New Ways to Look at Goal Setting
January 14, 2020 06:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBWith a new year (and even a new decade) upon us, it’s only natural to be thinking about our goals and what we hope to accomplish in this season of life. There are so many ways to approach goals, but sometimes looking at them from a new lens can make them feel less daunting and more attainable. As we begin a new season of this podcast, I really want to focus on creating You 2.0 and making small tweaks to get ourselves on track to who we ultimately want to be. That’s why today’s episode is all...
Why You Don’t Need as Much Time as You Think
January 07, 2020 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBWhat if I told you that you don't need as much time as you think you do? That you actually have all the time you truly need, right now. Today I am going to be talking about prioritizing you and saying no to others so you can say yes to yourself. We're diving into the 5 ways you can intentionally make time for your goals by rethinking the pockets of time you have, cutting out time-wasters, and letting go of distractions that hinder your success. If you've ever felt like you were in a crunch f...
156: Why You Don’t Need as Much Time as You Think
January 07, 2020 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBWhat if I told you that you don't need as much time as you think you do? That you actually have all the time you truly need, right now. Today I am going to be talking about prioritizing you and saying no to others so you can say yes to yourself. We're diving into the 5 ways you can intentionally make time for your goals by rethinking the pockets of time you have, cutting out time-wasters, and letting go of distractions that hinder your success. If you've ever felt like you were in a crunch f...
155: The Art of Knowing Where to Focus
December 31, 2019 06:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBKnowing where to focus can be a huge barrier that, if faced successfully, can have a profound impact on our lives. Today I was joined by Taska, an entrepreneur who is facing a curveball in her personal life that has her feeling off track and unsure about where to focus so she can continue to grow her business. Recently, she's stepped up as the personal caregiver to her mom facing health issues, which is causing her to feel out of touch with running her business. We talk about prioritizing ta...
The Art of Knowing Where to Focus
December 31, 2019 06:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBKnowing where to focus can be a huge barrier that, if faced successfully, can have a profound impact on our lives. Today I was joined by Taska, an entrepreneur facing a curveball in her personal life that has her feeling off track and unsure about where to focus so she can continue to grow her business. We talk about prioritizing tasks that will get you closer to your goals and honing in on the vital few rather than the trivial many. I share how to use themed days to focus on specific tasks ...
Create More Joy in Your Everyday
December 24, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 11.4 MBToo often, we let our days pass by in a blur, with each one scrambled together with countless tasks and events. Today I want you to take the time to slow down and savor moments throughout your day. It’s up to us to create more joy in our everyday lives. By carving just a few minutes into your day to do what you enjoy, you could be setting the foundation down to create a memorable, joy-filled day that you’ll cherish and think back on for years to come. What’s In This Episode: Taking ...
154: Create More Joy in Your Everyday
December 24, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 11.4 MBToo often, we let our days pass by in a blur, with each one scrambled together with countless tasks and events. Today I want you to take the time to slow down and savor moments throughout your day. It’s up to us to create more joy in our everyday lives. By carving just a few minutes into your day to do what you enjoy, you could be setting the foundation down to create a memorable, joy-filled day that you’ll cherish and think back on for years to come. What’s In This Episode: Taking t...
When Habits Just Aren’t Working
December 17, 2019 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MBCreating and sticking to new habits is always a challenge within itself, but it's definitely doable. If you're looking to start some new healthy habits, then you'll want to hear this episode with today's guest, Brenda. If you're a member of our Facebook group, then you likely know Brenda because she's always quick to lend support and encouragement on different posts. Plus, she's hilarious. Right now, Brenda's in a transitional period in life. She's decided to step away from her day job to pu...
153: When Habits Just Aren’t Working
December 17, 2019 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MBCreating and sticking to new habits is always a challenge within itself, but it's definitely doable. If you're looking to start some new healthy habits, then you'll want to hear this episode with today's guest, Brenda. If you're a member of our Facebook group, then you likely know Brenda because she's always quick to lend support and encouragement on different posts. Plus, she's hilarious. Right now, Brenda's in a transitional period in life. She's decided to step away from her day job to pu...
152: Getting Back on Track
December 10, 2019 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MBOftentimes, we’re way too hard on ourselves when it comes to our habits and discipline. We spend so much time feeling down about veering off track that we forget that nobody is perfect. It’s okay to have off days. Today I talked with Stacy, a busy career woman who has a two-hour commute to work and on top of that, manages income rental properties out of state. We dive into how she can use the 4 A’s to overcome the hurdles she faces and the tiny steps she can take to get back on track. I touc...
Getting Back on Track
December 10, 2019 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MBOftentimes, we’re way too hard on ourselves when it comes to our habits and discipline. We spend so much time feeling down about veering off track that we forget that nobody is perfect. It’s okay to have off days. Today I talked with Stacy, a busy career woman who has a two-hour commute to work and, on top of that, manages income rental properties out of state. We dive into how she can use the 4 A’s to overcome the hurdles she faces and the tiny steps she can take to get back on track. I tou...
151: Making Your Systems Work For You
December 03, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 33.3 MBHave you ever wondered how to focus on your passions and priorities when you feel stuck doing mundane tasks like laundry, buying groceries, and paying bills? I think it’s safe to say we’ve all been there, but I’ll let you in on a secret - systems. Today I had a conversation with Laura, a wife, and mother of two sons, ages 10 and 12. She has a Ph.D. and works at a university with faculty, students, and staff to support the use of technology in the curriculum. We dive into how she can make sys...
Making Your Systems Work For You
December 03, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 33.3 MBHave you ever wondered how to focus on your passions and priorities when you feel stuck doing mundane tasks like laundry, buying groceries, and paying bills? I think it’s safe to say we’ve all been there, but I’ll let you in on a secret - systems. Today I had a conversation with Laura, a wife and mother of two sons, ages 10 and 12. She has a Ph.D. and works at a university with faculty, students, and staff to support the use of technology in the curriculum. We dive into how she can make syst...
151: Making Your Systems Work For You
December 03, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 33.3 MBHave you ever wondered how to focus on your passions and priorities when you feel stuck doing mundane tasks like laundry, buying groceries, and paying bills? I think it’s safe to say we’ve all been there, but I’ll let you in on a secret - systems. Today I had a conversation with Laura, a wife, and mother of two sons, ages 10 and 12. She has a Ph.D. and works at a university with faculty, students, and staff to support the use of technology in the curriculum. We dive into how she can make sys...
151: Making Your Systems Work For You
December 03, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 33.3 MBHave you ever wondered how to focus on your passions and priorities when you feel stuck doing mundane tasks like laundry, buying groceries, and paying bills? I think it’s safe to say we’ve all been there, but I’ll let you in on a secret - systems. Today I had a conversation with Laura, a wife, and mother of two sons, ages 10 and 12. She has a Ph.D. and works at a university with faculty, students, and staff to support the use of technology in the curriculum. We dive into how she can make sys...
150: Building a Team Mentality
November 26, 2019 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34.6 MBWhether we know it or not, we're all managing a team. It could be a work team or our family; the concept is still the same. We have to continually work to build our team mentality and to have everyone contributing to the greater good of the group. Today I was joined by Kristi, a busy career woman with three teenagers and a husband who is feeling like she needs to take some things off of her plate. She shares how her family's hectic schedule poses a problem for outsourcing tasks. Together we ...