Human-Centred Leadership: Why People, Not Performance, Drive Growth”
In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most critical conversations shaping the future of leadership; Human-centred Leadership.
In a world obsessed with outcomes, KPIs, and performance metrics, too many organisations have forgotten the foundation of sustainable growth, their people.
Through my 20+ years of experience working with leaders and teams across industries like mining, health, and professional services, I’ve seen first-hand how a focus on outcomes over humans leads to burnout, disengagement, and stagnation.
But when you shift to leading people first, performance naturally follows.
In this episode, I’m talking about:
🎙️ Why outcome-driven leadership limits scalability and innovation
🎙️ The neuroscience behind why humans can’t perform in survival mode
🎙️ How coaching transforms leaders from managers to culture shapers
🎙️ Why investing in leadership coaching is the smartest business growth strategy
🎙️ The ripple effect of leaders who embody presence, compassion, and emotional regulation
🎙️ What it means to truly build your business from the inside out
When organisations prioritise people over performance, they unlock the conditions for creativity, loyalty, and long-term scalability. Growth begins when your people do.
Work with me:
📩 Explore executive coaching and leadership development with Danni:
danni@dannivee.com
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – facebook.com/danniveecoach
💼 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/danni-vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
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“Building an Iconic Brand Through Self-Leadership with Madelyn Carafa”
In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Madelyn Carafa, the powerhouse behind The Healthy Hustlers podcast and now a sought-after mentor for women in business.
Madelyn’s journey is a masterclass in self-leadership. From leaving a secure marketing career to follow her intuition and launch one of Australia’s most loved wellness brands, to now guiding women to find their voice through podcasting and coaching. She shows us what it truly means to build with integrity, alignment, and courage.
🎙️ How self-leadership helped Madelyn trust her intuition and build The Healthy Hustlers brand
🎙️ The non-negotiables and values that keep her brand aligned and authentic
🎙️ The biggest internal narratives she’s had to rewrite while stepping into coaching
🎙️ The practical tools and rituals that help her lead herself through growth and motherhood
🎙️ Why nurturing your inner world is the key to attracting aligned opportunities
🎙️ How the YOU pillar of the EMBODY Framework continues to shape her next evolution
Your takeaway:
True leadership starts with self-leadership. When you honour your values, set clear boundaries, and nurture your inner world, you naturally attract the opportunities, clients, and success that align with your purpose.
Connect with Madelyn:
📲 Instagram – @madelyncarafa
🎙 Podcast – The Healthy Hustlers
Work with me:
📩 Apply for my high-touch EMBODY Mastermind:
DOORS ARE OPEN: https://www.dannivee.com/embody-mastermind-2026
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – facebook.com/danniveecoach
💼 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/danni-vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
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In this Episode I’m diving into one of the most overlooked truths in leadership and business growth: you don’t need more confidence, you need to stop performing it and start embodying it!
After years on stages and in boardrooms, I’ve seen how “looking the part” keeps high-achieving women bracing, filtering, and second-guessing. Performing confidence is exhausting.
Embodied leadership feels like peace and it’s built on nervous system safety, not just mindset hacks.
In this episode, I’m talking about:
The real difference between performing confidence and embodying leadership (and how to spot it in yourself)
Why “fake it till you make it” backfires ....your body can’t be convinced by a script your nervous system doesn’t believe
How safety in your nervous system becomes the foundation for true confidence, visibility, and presence
The invisible costs of performing: undercharging, overgiving, staying the “best-kept secret,” and burning out
A client case study: dropping the mask, restructuring offers to align with truth, and doubling revenue without panic attacks
A simple reflection to help you choose honesty over proving, one space at a time.
Your takeaway:
You don’t rise to the level of your strategy, you fall to the level of your embodiment.
When you stop performing power and start embodying it, your voice doesn’t need to shout. Your presence speaks for you.
Work with me:
The EMBODY Mastermind is NOW OPEN:
Apply here: www.dannivee.com/embody-mastermind-2026
Send me an email with any questions at danni@dannivee.com
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – Danniveecoach
💼 LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/danni-vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
If you loved this episode, leave me a rating or share it with another businesswoman who’s ready to peel back the mask and lead from her truth. x
In this Episode I’m joined by the incredible Sally Prosser; voice coach, speaker, and the author of Voiceprint.
Sally believes our voice leaves an invisible mark on the world every time we speak, what she calls your voiceprint. From going viral on TikTok to guiding leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to own their authentic sound, Sally’s journey is a powerful reminder that your voice matters.
In this episode, we’re talking about:
🎙️ What your voiceprint is and why it’s the most authentic mark you leave behind
🎙️ Why fear of public speaking is a myth and what people are really afraid of
🎙️ How going viral reshaped Sally’s relationship with vulnerability and authenticity
🎙️Why trusting your intuition is key to finding your true voice
🎙️Simple Daily practices to help you stop holding back and start speaking with authority
Your takeaway:
Your voice is more than a tool. It’s a reflection of your authentic confidence and inner authority. When you embrace it, you stop holding back and start leaving the impact you were born to create.
Grab Sally’s book Voiceprint: https://www.sallyprosser.com.au/book
Work with me:
📩 Apply for my high-touch EMBODY Mastermind:
DOORS ARE OPEN: https://www.dannivee.com/embody-mastermind-2026
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – www.facebook.com/danniveecoach
💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danni-vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
Connect with Sally:
📲 Instagram – @sallyprosservoice
🎙 Podcast – That Voice Podcast
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In this Episode I’m diving into one of the most underestimated foundations of leadership and business growth: MINDSET
Through my 25+ years in business I have learnt through my client work and my own journey, you can stack your calendar with strategy sessions, buy every online course, and tick all the “right” boxes… but if your mindset isn’t aligned, none of it is going to create the growth you’re working so hard for.
In this episode, I’m talking about:
The most common limiting beliefs that keep leaders and business owners stuck, fear of failure, fear of success, and fear of being seen
Why your brain is wired to keep you “safe” instead of successful, and how the amygdala hijacks your growth
The neuroscience behind mindset, including why 95% of your decisions come from your unconscious mind
The measurable difference a growth mindset makes, with studies showing leaders with it are 34% more likely to thrive under pressure
How to spot when your inner critic is running the show and what it takes to rewrite the story
Your takeaway:
You don’t rise to the level of your strategy, you fall to the level of your mindset.
When you choose to shift the stories you believe about yourself, everything in your business and leadership begins to shift too.
Work with me:
The EMBODY Mastermind is NOW OPEN:
Apply here: www.dannivee.com/embody-mastermind-2026Send me an email with any questions at danni@dannivee.com
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – Danniveecoach
💼 LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/danni-vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
If you loved this episode, leave me a rating or share it with another businesswoman who’s ready to grow her influence, impact, and income by mastering her mindset. x
In this Episode I’m joined by the incredible Lisa Micale, founder of Golden Brands and the visionary behind the Golden Success Women in Business Conference.
Lisa’s journey through burnout, reinvention, and alignment has shaped how she now supports women in business to lead with authenticity, joy, and purpose.
In this episode, we’re talking about:
✨ How to make aligned business decisions that bring more freedom and meaning
✨ Why delete or delegate is a game-changer for leaders who want to grow without burning out
✨ The role of storytelling in building trust and connection with your community
✨ How to show up authentically in a world of AI, filters, and highlight reels
✨ Why consistency beats perfection when it comes to building your brand
Your takeaway:
Authenticity is built through connection and consistency, not perfection. The more you share your real story, the stronger your brand and community become.
🎟 You can still join Lisa for the Golden Success Women in Business Conference with a Virtual Ticket!
Tune in from anywhere and experience inspiring keynotes, panel discussions, and workshops — all from the comfort of your own space.
👉 Grab your ticket here: Virtual Tickets to a Golden Success Conference
✨ Work with me:
📌 Join my ElevateHER Membership: https://www.dannivee.com/elevate-her-by-DanniVee
📩 Apply for my high-touch EMBODY Mastermind: Email me directly at danni@dannivee.com
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – Danni Vee
💼 LinkedIn – Danni Vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
Connect with Lisa & Golden Brands:
📲 Instagram – @goldenbrandsco
🌐 Website – www.goldenbrands.com.au
🎟 Conference Tickets – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-tickets-to-a-golden-success-conference-tickets-1493586680969
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In this Episode I am diving into a leadership skill that gets talked about far less than it should: courage.
Here’s the truth: courage isn’t about being fearless, it’s about showing up when fear is loudest.
It’s the bridge between who you are now and the leader you’re becoming.
In this episode, I’m sharing:
Why waiting for confidence keeps you stuck (and how courage actually creates confidence)
The neuroscience behind courage and why your brain is wired to keep you “safe” instead of helping you grow
Practical micro-bravery practices you can use to build courage like a muscle
How my EMBODY framework weaves courage into Energy, Mindset, and Ownership
I’ll also give you one simple action you can take this week to practice courage in your leadership without waiting until you “feel ready.”
💡 Your takeaway:
Confidence comes after courage, not before. Choose one small, uncomfortable action this week that aligns with your bigger vision and notice how it shifts your presence and impact.
✨ Work with me:
📌 Join my ElevateHER Membership: https://www.dannivee.com/elevate-her-by-DanniVee
📩 Apply for my high-touch EMBODY Mastermind: Email me directly at danni@dannivee.com
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – Danni Vee
💼 LinkedIn – Danni Vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
If you loved this episode, leave me a 5-star rating or share it with another leader or business owner who’s ready to step up with more courage. x
Too many leaders are still clinging to the outdated image of being unshakable. But here’s the truth: people don’t connect with perfect leaders, they connect with the human ones.
In this episode of The Danni Vee Show, I sit down with the incredible Chelsea Pottenger, performance coach, founder of EQ Minds, and author of The Mindful High Performer.
Chelsea opens up about her journey through postnatal depression and how it reshaped her understanding of resilience. Together, we dive into the dangers of hustle culture, the importance of presence, and why rest and recovery are not indulgences, they’re essential leadership skills.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
Why vulnerability is a leadership asset, not a weakness
How authenticity builds stronger trust and connection
The role of rest and recovery in sustainable performance
Simple tools to stay grounded and present each day
Power Quote:
“Rest and recovery are not luxuries—they are leadership skills.”
Try this today:
Pause for five minutes between tasks. No phone, no distractions, just breathe and notice how much clarity you bring back to your next decision.
About Chelsea PottengerChelsea Pottenger is a leading international speaker, author, and high-performance coach. As the founder of EQ Minds, she works with some of the world’s most recognisable brands, helping people reset their mindset, enhance wellbeing, and perform at their best.
You can explore her work at EQ Minds and grab her book The Mindful High Performer.
Work with me
ElevateHER Membership — for women ready to lead differently, grow with authenticity, and step into their full power.
🌐 Join here: www.dannivee.com/elevate-her-by-DanniVee
EMBODY Mastermind — my high-touch, transformational space for leaders who are done performing and ready to own their impact.
📩 Email to apply: danni@dannivee.com
Connect with me
Instagram: @danniveecoach
LinkedIn: Danni Vee
Website: www.dannivee.com
Here’s the truth: too many leaders, business owners, and high achievers are hiding behind excuses.
“The market is tough.”
“My team isn’t motivated.”
“I don’t have time.”
But every excuse you make is energy you’re stealing from your own growth.
In this episode of The Danni Vee Show, I’m pulling no punches: if you want influence, impact, and freedom, you have to stop outsourcing responsibility and start owning who you are, how you show up, and the actions you take.
I share my own story of when I avoided ownership and how it kept me stuck and the moment everything shifted when I finally decided to lead myself first.
💭 What we cover in this episode:
Why avoiding responsibility keeps you stuck in victim mode
How radical responsibility gives you back your power
What it really means to own your energy, choices, and impact
Why vulnerability + responsibility are inseparable in leadership
A mindset challenge you can start today to reframe your “I can’ts”
✨ Power Quote:
“The moment you take radical responsibility is the moment you get your freedom back.”
Watch how your leadership, your business, and your life can shift.
💥 Ready to work with me?
▶️ ElevateHER Membership - For women ready to lead differently, grow with authenticity, and step into their full power.
🌐 Join here: www.dannivee.com/elevate-her-by-DanniVee
▶️ EMBODY Mastermind - My high-touch, transformational space for leaders who are done performing and ready to own their impact.
📩 Email me to apply: danni@dannivee.com
What if building a high-performing team wasn’t about hiring the most skilled people… but about creating an environment where every person feels aligned, valued, and inspired to do their best work?
In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow business powerhouse, Angela Henderson, to unpack the real story behind how she went from doing everything herself to leading a thriving team that runs with trust, clarity, and ease. No sugar-coating.
No “just hire and hope for the best” strategies. Just a raw, honest look at the messy middle, the leadership shifts that changed everything, and how aligned leadership can transform your business and your life.
Angela shares how she navigated the chaos of those early days, the moment she realised she couldn’t grow without letting go, and the powerful role that values, boundaries, and trust have played in building a team she loves.
I also share my own insights from working with elite businesswomen inside my EMBODY Mastermind and how many of them face the exact same challenges when they’re ready to scale but feel torn between control and freedom.
What we cover in this episode:
Why the shift from solopreneur to CEO is more mindset than mechanics
The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when building a team (and how to avoid them)
How to embed your values into every hire, meeting, and decision
The systems Angela uses to keep her business running with both excellence and ease
A behind-the-scenes look at how letting go of control can actually grow your business faster
Real-world lessons from the EMBODY Mastermind on leadership, trust, and alignment
About Angela Henderson
Angela Henderson is an international business coach, keynote speaker, podcaster, and successful entrepreneur who helps women in business create sustainable, profitable companies without sacrificing their health or happiness. She’s built multiple thriving businesses and is passionate about helping leaders develop aligned, values-driven teams that love what they do.
Connect with Angela:
Website: www.angelahenderson.com.au
Instagram: @angelahendersoncoach
Want to work together?
Ready to lead from the inside out?
💻 Explore the ElevateHER Membership:https://www.dannivee.com/elevate-her-by-DanniVee
📩 Apply for the high-touch EMBODY Mastermind:Email me directly at danni@dannivee.com
Let’s stay connected:
📲 Instagram: @danniveecoach💼 LinkedIn: Connect with me🌐 Website: www.dannivee.com
🎧 If you loved this episode remember to subscribe, share, and leave a 5-star review so more women can lead with truth, power, and presence.
We made it!!
Episode 10!
And today, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood leadership skills out there: vulnerability.
Here’s the truth: vulnerability isn’t weakness, it’s the foundation of authentic leadership.
When you’re willing to show up as your real, unpolished self, you create space for trust, empathy, and deeper connections… both with yourself and with those you lead.
In this milestone episode, I’m sharing:
My own experiences with vulnerability (and how it’s shaped my business, leadership, and life)
Why trying to be “perfect” in leadership pushes people away
How a single moment of honesty can transform trust within your team
Practical ways to bring more vulnerability into your leadership without oversharing
I’ll also give you one simple action you can take this week to practice vulnerability in a way that builds connection and influence.
💡 Your takeaway:
This week, share one real, unpolished truth with your team, clients, or audience. Notice how it changes the connection.
✨ Work with me:
📌 Join my ElevateHER Membership: https://www.dannivee.com/elevate-her-by-DanniVee
📩 Apply for my high-touch EMBODY Mastermind: Email me directly at danni@dannivee.com
Let’s connect:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
📘 Facebook – Danni Vee
💼 LinkedIn – Danni Vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
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What if emotional intelligence isn’t a “nice-to-have”, but the one skill quietly shaping every move you make as a leader?
In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of what it really means to lead yourself with emotional intelligence. No fluff. No five-step formulas. Just a real conversation about what it looks like to pause, feel, and lead from within, even when things are messy behind the scenes.
I open up about the early days of building the Danni Vee brand; the overwhelm, the noise, the reactivity and how learning to regulate my nervous system and trust myself changed everything.
Plus, I share a raw story from one of my EMBODY Mastermind clients and the powerful moment she shifted from chaos to clarity through emotional awareness and vulnerability.
What we cover in this episode:
Why emotional intelligence isn’t about being nice, it’s about being real
How your nervous system reacts faster than your logic
What to do when overwhelm hits and you still have to lead
The 90-second pause that can rewire your leadership
A real-life story of resilience, vulnerability, and growth inside the EMBODY Mastermind
Want to work together?
Ready to lead from the inside out?
💻 Explore the ElevateHER Membership:
https://www.dannivee.com/elevate-her-by-DanniVee
📩 Apply for the high-touch EMBODY Mastermind:
Email me directly at danni@dannivee.com
Let’s stay connected:
📲 Instagram: @danniveecoach
💼 LinkedIn: Connect with me
🌐 Website: www.dannivee.com
🎧 If you loved this episode remember to subscribe, share, and leave a 5-star review so more women can lead with truth, power, and presence.
What if conflict isn’t the problem, but your reaction to it is?
In this episode, I dive into a powerful reframe: conflict isn’t something to avoid, it’s a signal. A signal that something needs to grow, in your business, your relationships, or within yourself.
You’ll learn how your nervous system shapes your leadership in high-pressure moments, and how to shift from emotional reactivity to embodied, intentional response. This is how powerful leaders move from defending to leading, and turn tension into deeper connection.
Whether you’re managing a team, growing a business, or navigating personal challenges, this is the episode that helps you lead through the hard conversations without losing your centre.
The neuroscience of conflict (and why your amygdala hijacks logic)
What your body is really doing during confrontation
The 3 mindset shifts that separate leaders from reactors
How to regulate before you respond and why that matters
A real-time client breakthrough that shows how it all plays out
My quick-check framework for staying grounded in tough conversations
“This is the difference between reacting and responding, between defending and leading.”
🎧 Loved this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with the leaders in your life who are ready to lead from truth, not tension.
Ready to work with me?
▶️ Apply for the EMBODY Mastermind – My highest-level container for women ready to lead with unapologetic truth and embodied confidence.
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We’ve been conditioned to believe that leadership means having it all together; polished, poised, always in control.
But what if that illusion is the very thing keeping us from real influence?
In this episode, I pull back the curtain on one of the hardest seasons of my life. A time filled with broken trust, hidden truths, and deep personal growth. I also share what I’ve learned about the quiet power of vulnerability, ownership, and embodied presence AND why they’re not weaknesses in leadership, but your greatest assets.
If you’re into leadership, business, or personal growth, this one’s for you.
The myth of “having it all together” in leadership
Why vulnerability builds trust faster than any strategy ever will
How to lead while healing, without losing your power
The “Real Talk Filter”, a tool to share honestly, not recklessly
A powerful reflective question to help you lead from truth
“Your vulnerability doesn’t make you weak. It makes you trustworthy.”
🎧 If this episode speaks to you, I’d be honoured if you’d subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who’s ready to lead more honestly and powerfully.
▶️ Apply for the EMBODY Mastermind – My highest-level container for women ready to lead with unapologetic truth and embodied confidence.
📩 Email me directly at: danni@dannivee.com
▶️ Join ElevateHER – My leadership membership for women who are done with performative leadership and ready to grow with authenticity, alignment, and impact.
🌐 Join now
Connect With Me:
📲 Instagram – @danniveecoach
💼 LinkedIn – Danni Vee
🌐 Website – www.dannivee.com
📘 Facebook – Danni Vee
Thank you for being here. The world doesn’t need your perfection.
PS. I hope you LOVE the new background!
Episode Overview:
In this episode of The Danni Vee Show, I’m diving into something we all wrestle with; the battle between your inner critic and your inner coach.
You know that voice that tells you you’re not ready, not good enough, not “there” yet?
Yeah, her.
I want to help you understand why she shows up and how to make sure she’s not in charge anymore.
As a leader in business and life, it’s essential to master your mindset, and I’m sharing the exact practices I use (and teach) to shift from self-doubt to self-leadership.
I’ll break down the neuroscience behind our negative loops, why our thoughts feel so heavy and repetitive, and how to consciously choose a new story that actually supports your growth.
By the end of this episode, you’ll not only know how to spot your inner critic, you’ll be equipped to amplify your inner coach and lead your own narrative with more clarity, confidence, and power.
What You’ll Learn:
Why your mind can either serve you or sabotage you and how to take control.
How to identify your inner critic and give her a name (yes, really).
What your inner coach actually sounds like (truth: she’s already in you).
Why conscious awareness is the first step to self-mastery.
The neuroscience of self-talk and how it influences your leadership.
My favorite tool for stepping into radical responsibility.
How to shift from reactive loops to powerful, intentional choices.
Why this is the foundation for sustainable personal and professional success.
My Top Takeaways for You:
Your mind is powerful, it’s either working for you or against you.
Naming your inner critic gives you power over her.
Negative thoughts aren’t the truth, they’re just well-practiced.
Self-awareness is your superpower.
You get to choose which voice leads you: the critic or the coach.
Your inner coach speaks with clarity, truth, and love—listen for her.
The moment you take radical responsibility, everything changes.
This is your permission to lead yourself first, always.
🎧 Sound Bites from This Episode:
“Choose your leadership over loops.”
“Self-awareness changes absolutely everything.”
“You step into radical self-responsibility.”
🔗 Let’s Stay Connected
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Thanks for tuning into The Danni Vee Show. I’m so glad you’re here and I hope this episode helps you turn the volume down on your inner critic and turn the volume up on your inner power.
Let’s rise together. 💜
This episode is perfectly imperfect…
The video? Yeah, it’s not my best work.
But the message? The sound? 🔥
It’s clear, powerful, and exactly what you need to hear.
Because around here, we’re all about showing up real, not perfect.
It’s one of those words we all say, but rarely stop to feel.
And this past week, it was everywhere I turned.
From conversations with highly successful businesswomen in my private coaching…
To unexpected moments in rooms filled with tradespeople and leaders during my facilitation work.
Different industries.
Different life experiences.
But the same conversation:
How do we build trust, not just with others, but within ourselves?
Here’s what I’ve learned…
The deepest trust you’ll ever build won’t come from proving yourself to others.
It won’t come from being liked, accepted, or validated.
It comes from the quiet, steady practice of returning to yourself.
Again and again.
In this episode, I’m inviting you into a deeper conversation about trust;
Not the kind that’s built through strategies or scripts, but the kind that starts within your body, your nervous system, and your truth.
Because self-trust? It's not just a mindset, it’s a practice.
And it’s the foundation of every courageous, magnetic leader I know.
Inside this episode, we explore:
Why self-trust isn’t something you ‘find’, it’s something you remember
How your nervous system holds the key to every powerful conversation you’ll ever have
Why embodied leadership changes the way you speak, listen, and lead
A practice I use personally and with my clients to rebuild self-trust in any moment
🎧 Subscribe + leave a review to help more women step into their full leadership presence.
Let’s stay connected:
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💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danni-vee
🌐 Website: www.dannivee.com
Thank you for being here, we’re just getting started.
Want to go deeper into this work with me?
▶️ Apply for my EMBODY Mastermind; my highest level, deeply transformational space for women ready to lead with embodied power and unapologetic confidence.
Spots are limited and by application only.
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This is where embodied leadership becomes a way of life.
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What if the very thing you’ve been praised for; being humble, easygoing, low-key is actually the thing holding back your leadership?
In this powerful opening episode, I share the truth about playing small and why it’s not humility… it’s self-suppression.
I unpack the hidden cost of shrinking yourself in business, leadership, and life and how it’s time to stop dimming your light for the comfort of others.
You’ll hear a deeply personal story from my journey, a science-backed reason our brains confuse safety with silence, and a reframing tool you can use today to take up more space with confidence and authenticity.
💭 What we cover in this episode:
The myth of humility and how it masks fear
What “playing small” really communicates as a leader
A neuroscience perspective on why visibility can feel threatening
A powerful self-coaching prompt to expand your presence
How to stop outsourcing your voice and own your space
Power quote:
“You weren’t born to be palatable. You were born to be powerful — with heart.”
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Thank you for being here, we’re just getting started.
Welcome to the very first episode of The Danni Vee Show; where we go beyond strategy and into the heart of what makes powerful, authentic leadership.
In this debut episode, I share the story I’ve never fully told.
The one behind the polished bio, beyond the achievements.
The one that shaped me into the woman, leader, and coach I am today.
I dive into:
🎙 The masks I wore as a leader and why I finally took them off
🎙 What true executive presence really means (and how to embody it)
🎙 The pivotal moments that redefined my confidence, leadership, and purpose
🎙 Why your story holds the key to your influence, impact, and power
If you're a woman who knows she's meant for more, but you've felt the pressure to perform, conform, or shrink, this episode is for you.
This is where we start.
Raw.
Real.
Powerful.
Ready to rise with a community of women doing the deep inner work alongside high-level leadership growth?
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It helps this message reach more women ready to rise.
You’ve built the business. You’re leading the team.
You walk into rooms that once felt out of reach…
But deep down, a voice still whispers:
“You’re not good enough.”
“Any minute now, they’ll find out.”
That, right there, is imposter syndrome.
In this episode of The Danni Vee Show, I strip back the polished mask of confidence and talk about the real reason so many high-achieving women feel like frauds, no matter how much they’ve accomplished.
I’ll share:
Why confidence alone won’t silence imposter syndrome
How to identify performative vs. embodied confidence
The link between self-respect, inner authority, and true presence
A powerful mindset shift that frees you from needing constant validation
This is a heart-to-heart for the woman who “has it all together” on the outside but still doubts her worth on the inside.
It’s time to stop performing and start embodying the leader you already are.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danni-vee
Website: www.dannivee.com
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00:00 – Welcome + the hidden face of imposter syndrome
03:05 – How “confidence” can become a mask
07:40 – Personal moments when imposter syndrome hit hard
10:15 – Why logic can’t silence your inner critic
14:25 – Reclaiming your inner authority and self-respect
18:40 – How embodiment builds real, unshakable leadership
23:00 – A journaling tool to shift the imposter narrative
26:30 – Final reminder: You’re not a fraud. You’re in evolution.
Executive presence isn't about the loudest voice in the room, it's about the energy you bring into it.
In this episode of The Danni Vee Show, I break down the first pillar of my EMBODY framework:
ENERGY
Fresh from MCing the AHRI QLD State Conference, I reflect on the powerful leadership I witnessed and how every standout leader shared one thing in common:
Grounded, intentional presence.
We dive into:
🎙What executive presence really is (and isn’t)
🎙 How your energy speaks before you even say a word
🎙 The subtle shifts that build trust, respect, and influence
🎙 Why embodying your energy is the first step to leading powerfully and authentically
Whether you’re a business owner, corporate leader, or rising talent, this conversation will help you tune into your most magnetic and grounded self.
🎧 Ready to unlock your leadership energy?
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Subscribe, leave a review, and share with a woman in leadership who’s ready to own her energy.
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Show Notes:
00:00 – Welcome & why energy is everything
03:10 – My reflections from the AHRI conference
07:45 – What executive presence really looks like in a room
11:20 – How to regulate your energy and lead from a grounded space
16:00 – The connection between embodiment and trust in leadership
20:15 – Questions to reflect on for your own presence
23:30 – A powerful reminder: people remember how you make them feel