Forged with Dan Greer

Carry the Towel, Not Just the Title

Servant leadership isn’t a slogan you put on the wall — it’s the daily grind of showing up, serving others, and doing the hard work when no one’s watching.
In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, Dan dives into what real servant leadership looks like — sweat, sacrifice, and service without applause. You’ll learn why true leadership isn’t about perks and titles, but about carrying the towel, lifting your team, and leading from the front.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to earn respect (not just demand it), this episode will light the fire.

When No One’s Watching, You’re Still Leading

True leadership isn’t a performance — it’s who you are when no one’s around.
In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, Dan unpacks why integrity matters most in the unseen moments. You’ll learn how consistency, character, and quiet choices shape the culture of your team more than any speech or meeting ever could.
If you want to be the kind of leader your people trust — even when you’re not in the room — this episode is for you.

Forged in Fire Heat That Shapes Leaders

Metal doesn’t get its strength without fire — and neither do leaders.
In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, we talk about the pressure, heat, and challenges that test us and make us stronger. Dan shares why the toughest seasons aren’t setbacks — they’re the forge where grit, courage, and real leadership are born.
If you’re in the middle of the fire right now, this one will remind you why you’re exactly where you need to be.

Extreme Ownership Isn’t Optional

Real leaders don’t pass the buck — they own it.
In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, we’re talking about extreme ownership and why it’s non-negotiable if you want to build trust and credibility. Dan digs into owning the mess, the miss, and the win — and how taking responsibility as a leader creates a culture where your team steps up, too.
This episode ties into Dan’s book chapter on ownership and gives you practical ways to start leading with accountability today.

Walk Your Brand: Leading When No One’s Watching

Your brand isn’t your logo or that slick tagline — it’s who you are when no one’s clapping, no one’s watching, and no one’s posting about it.
In this quick 5-minute episode, Dan gets real about why true leadership is forged in the quiet moments. You’ll learn why the small, unseen choices matter more than the highlight reels and how to lead with integrity when the spotlight’s off.

The Homefront Matters Leading Where It Counts Most

You can’t call yourself a great leader if your home life is falling apart. In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, we’re talking about the tough truth: success at work means nothing if you’re failing the people who matter most.
Dan digs into why leading at home is the ultimate test of character, how to stop hiding behind your job, and practical ways to show up for your family, even when the business world feels like it’s on fire.
If you want to win in leadership, start where it matters most: the homefront.

Potholes and Leadership: Persistence in the Rough Spots

In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, you’ll head straight to the worksite with me, where I learned persistence the hard way — one shovel at a time. Funny thing about potholes: the more you fill, the tougher you get. It’s a story about grit, growth, and why true leadership is less about titles and more about sticking it out when the road gets rough.

United in the Ashes

On 9/11, the world watched courage rise from the ashes. In the middle of smoke, fire, and fear, ordinary people stepped up and became heroes.That’s what real leadership looks like. True leaders don’t run from the chaos, they run straight into it and pull others with them. In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, we dig into what unity under pressure really means, and why leadership is forged strongest in the fire.

Lead With Honor – Remembering the Brave Who Ran Toward the Fire

On 9/11, we saw what true leadership looks like. While others ran from danger, first responders and everyday heroes ran toward it. Their courage, sacrifice, and honor remind us that real leadership isn’t about position or power, it’s about service.
In this special tribute episode of Forged with Dan Greer, we remember the brave who ran toward the fire, and we challenge ourselves to lead with the same kind of courage in our own lives.

Laugh Through the Chaos

On 9/11, the world was literally on fire. Fear, smoke, and chaos swallowed the day. And yet—even in that darkness—laughter broke through. The lesson? Sometimes the best weapon against fear isn’t a polished speech or a perfect plan. It’s humor. Laughter doesn’t erase pain; it gives people the grit to push forward when everything feels impossible. In this episode of Forged with Dan Greer, we talk about why laughing through the chaos might be the most underrated leadership tool you’ll ever carry.