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EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 26 MIN

Know yourself to lead yourself

from Driven: Unscripted Success · host Michael Mannino Sr. & Nareman Hamdan

In this episode, Daniel Iverson shares his journey from building one of the Midwest's largest mortgage companies to losing millions overnight, and how those challenges became the foundation of his life's work today. From career pivots and quadruple bypass surgery to deep reflections on family, purpose, and leadership, Dan opens up about how hardship shaped his mission. Mike Mannino and Dan dive deep into the philosophy behind “Know yourself to lead yourself,” and why understanding others is just as important. Learn how personality types impact leadership, communication, money habits, and relationships—at home and in business. Dan also teases his upcoming book Money Whys, which blends personality psychology with financial decision-making. Plus, he shares the one tool he uses with clients to transform clarity and effectiveness in leadership—free and available to listeners. This episode is packed with real talk, heart, and practical wisdom you can use to lead more purposefully, whether you're growing a business, a team, or a family.   --------------------------------------------------------- Be a Guest: Are you a successful Naples-area business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at Driven: Unscripted Success and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

In this episode, Daniel Iverson shares his journey from building one of the Midwest's largest mortgage companies to losing millions overnight, and how those challenges became the foundation of his life's work today. From career pivots and quadruple bypass surgery to deep reflections on family, purpose, and leadership, Dan opens up about how hardship shaped his mission. Mike Mannino and Dan dive deep into the philosophy behind “Know yourself to lead yourself,” and why understanding others is just as important. Learn how personality types impact leadership, communication, money habits, and relationships—at home and in business. Dan also teases his upcoming book Money Whys, which blends personality psychology with financial decision-making. Plus, he shares the one tool he uses with clients to transform clarity and effectiveness in leadership—free and available to listeners. This episode is packed with real talk, heart, and practical wisdom you can use to lead more purposefully, whether you're growing a business, a team, or a family.   --------------------------------------------------------- Be a Guest: Are you a successful Naples-area business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at Driven: Unscripted Success and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

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