Daniel Tataje | Episode 461

The Team Engagement Podcast – Season 6, Episode 461: What Are You Doing with Your Gifts?

In this episode, Shawn Richards sits down with Daniel Tataje, Founder and CEO of Mercy Dental Group, for a conversation on leadership, service, and making the most of the gifts we have been given.

Daniel shares his leadership philosophy, rooted in valuing people and creating psychologically safe environments where team members feel seen, respected, and encouraged to grow. He explains how leaders can foster a growth mindset by practicing gratitude and recognizing the sacrifices others make along the way.

Shawn and Daniel discuss what it means to lead through service and why leadership begins with character. Daniel also introduces his book, Leader Humanity Needs, which challenges readers to lead with positivity, integrity, and intention.

He closes by sharing a memorable experience attending a pivotal baseball game in 2003, a moment that shifted his perspective and sparked a new interest that continues to influence him today.

⭐ About Daniel Tataje

Daniel Tataje is the Founder and CEO of Mercy Dental Group in Madison, Wisconsin. Through his work, he focuses on building organizations grounded in service, growth, and human-centered leadership.

He is the author of Leader Humanity Needs, a book that encourages leaders to model positivity, gratitude, and intentional influence in every environment they serve. Daniel is passionate about helping individuals recognize their gifts and use them to uplift others and strengthen their communities.

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Website: https://danieltataj.com

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