What if confidence and mental toughness were skills you could train—just like your body? In this conversation, Corey Corpodian shares how a life-altering melanoma diagnosis forced him to question the traditional…

We’re often told to stop overthinking — especially in high-pressure professional situations.But what if the problem isn’t the thinking itself?In this episode, I share a real leadership conversation that reframed…

What makes a small business truly massive—withoutbecoming big? In this conversation, Chip Higgins, author of The BizzicsWay, breaks down how principles from physics can explain business success. Drawing on decades of…

Join Julianna Yau Yorgan and author-entrepreneur Hussein Hallak for a practical and deeply human conversation about time, energy, and the expectations we place on ourselves. They explore why productivity systems…

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly spinning your wheels, this conversation breaks down what’s really going on beneath the surface — and how to get moving again. We…

What does it mean to live — and lead — with purpose? In this episode, Bill Goodwin, speaker, leadership coach, and author of Priority Living: How to Make Your Life Count,…

Two years, seventy episodes, and one unexpected journey.In this special bonus episode, Julianna shares how Daring to Succeed began, what she’s learned along the way, and the quiet power of…

Assertiveness doesn’t mean being aggressive.In this episode, Julianna Yau Yorgan and Patricia Ortega explore what healthy assertiveness looks like at work—and why it often feels uncomfortable for thoughtful professionals and…

Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestselling author Everett O’Keefe shares how publishing can transform your visibility and authority. We discuss why imperfect execution still works, how to repurpose existing…

What happens when your boss doesn’t champion your growth? Julianna and Patricia break down how to spot the signs, clarify your expectations, and manage up. You’ll learn practical ways to…

Discover the transformative power of self-awareness with global leadership expert David Lapin. Learn how aligning your values with your leadership style can drive authenticity, resilience, and lasting business success.Connect with…

Some of the most rewarding goals don’t come easy—and there’s a scientific reason your brain resists them. Learn how your Primitive and Executive Brain influence decisions, why “easy” can feel…

Feeling let down by a new role you were once excited about?In this episode, Patricia Ortega and I unpack why that shift happens—and how to tell whether it’s the job…

So many of us follow prescribed ideas of success—only to find ourselves unfulfilled. In this episode, I’m joined by author and change strategist Jillian Reilly to explore how to define…

Can empathy and authority coexist in leadership?In this episode, we explore how leaders can acknowledge emotional impacts without losing respect or control. If you’ve ever worried that showing emotion makes…