Episode 6 - Embracing Your Authentic Self with Dayna Byfield

Leadership Coach, Relationship Curator, Speaker, Polymath & Founder.

Dayna's dynamic approach to empowering Leaders and teams comes from a unique deep blend of human; biology, behaviour & beliefs, intuition, dyslexic thinking and lived experience. 

With her warm and infectious personality and playful communication style. As a luminary. Dayna is dedicated to uncovering the intricacies of the internal human world to strengthen our relationships with ourselves, each other and gain a greater sense of fulfilment and success. Whilst also sharing these concepts with leaders. 

Having overcome significant challenges in her early life Dayna is now committed to sharing the lessons she’s learned. Inspiring others to transcend their circumstances and perceived limitations.

Her work as a Leadership coach and speaker is complimented by her innovative partnerships in various fields such a education, wellbeing and lifestyle design.

Dayna’s global network exemplifies her skill as a relationship curator, sparking influential partnerships, and projects of great impact. 

As an experienced Founder, Non-Executive Director and business leader. Dayna has emerged as an experienced organisational and team conflict strategist. 

Her insights are sought after by media outlets, top business’ and brands for her perspectives on personal evolution, relationships, human wiring, team dynamics, leadership and lifestyle design. 

Her message continues to resonate in the business, wellbeing, scientific and impact communities globally. 

What we talk about:

• 2:08 - Dayna’s Background and Early Life

  
  





• Dayna introduces herself and shares her tumultuous early years, which shaped her ability to connect with people.

  
  

• 6:54 - Current Endeavours and Education  

  
  





• Dayna talks about her life in London after spending three years in St. Vincent and discusses pursuing a double award master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies.

  
  

• 7:49 - Significant Relationships  

  
  





• They discuss the importance of three key relationships: self, work, and spouse, and emphasise that aligning these relationships is crucial for a balanced life.

  
  

• 11:03 - Understanding and Valuing Yourself  

  
  





• Dayna highlights the importance of self-awareness and understanding how societal and familial influences shape one’s identity.

  
  

• 14:42 - The Role of Green Energy in Leadership  

  
  





• Dayna explains the concept of "green energy," which focuses on nurturing others and prioritising the collective over individual needs. Green energy individuals may struggle in societies that value individualism, and Dayna advocates for recognising and empowering these leaders to build strong relationships and communities.

  
  

• 29:34 - The Importance of Blue Energy in Systems and Processes  

  
  





• Dayna discusses "blue energy" individuals, who are logical, analytical, and focused on systems and processes, and explains how they ensure high quality and attention to detail.

  
  

• 34:42 - Connecting Early Years to Current Identity  

  
  





• Dayna encourages listeners to reflect on their first seven years to understand how those experiences shape who they are today. 36:49 - Final Thoughts and Future Conversations  

  
  

Follow Dayna on social media:  

Linkedin - http://linkedin.com/in/dayna-byfield  

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/daynabyfield 

The Colour of Personality Infographic - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kLrmET3bznbvUXNAzFv-y9zvissqGLox/view?usp=sharing 

Follow Michelle on social media:  

Website - https://www.michelleminnikin.com/  

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mminnikin/  

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/goodgirldeprogramming  

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleminnikin

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