"When there’s hope in the future, there’s power in the present."

- Dane Espegard

In this inspiring episode of Turmeric & Tequila™, host Kristen Olson sits down with Dane Espegard—entrepreneur, author, speaker, and culture consultant—to talk all things leadership, intentional living, and integrating dreams into company culture. From his early days in direct sales with Cutco to creating “The Dream Machine” book and platform, Dane shares how aligning personal dreams with work culture can drive purpose, performance, and retention. You’ll hear how Dane turned a commission-based job into a fulfilling mission-driven career, his insights into what it means to lead with joy, and why dreaming should be at the heart of every workplace. Kristen and Dane also discuss the power of athletics, family, and staying energized in your zone of genius.

Time Stamps:

0:00 – Intro + sponsor shoutouts

1:50 – Welcome Dane Espegard & his background in athletics and leadership

7:30 – Early start with Cutco and entrepreneurial roots

11:45 – How direct sales shaped his mindset

14:50 – Inspiration from author Matthew Kelly and the seeds of dream culture

20:05 – Transition from top performer to dream-driven consultant

25:45 – Building a team culture that retains talent

32:30 – Why Gen Z and younger workers want more than a paycheck

36:15 – The Dream Machine book: Who it’s for & what it teaches

43:20 – Launching DreamsVault.com and building a scalable tool

49:50 – Favorite dreams from his team (including… colonics?!)

54:40 – What success really means to Dane

57:10 – Faith, family, and finding energy alignment

1:00:25 – Where to find Dane and how to grab his free book

Dane Espegard is a culture consultant, entrepreneur, and author of The Dream Machine. With over 20 years of experience as a top performer in the direct sales industry, Dane helps organizations boost retention and engagement by aligning personal dreams with workplace culture. He is the founder of The Dreams System, a proven framework adopted by companies across the U.S. to empower employees through goal-setting, values alignment, and personal growth. Dane is also a sought-after speaker and the creator of DreamsVault.com, a digital platform helping teams track and celebrate individual dreams. Learn more at www.daneespegard.com

Connect:

• Website: www.daneespegard.com
• Book: daneespegard.com/freegift
• Instagram: @daneespegard
• LinkedIn: Dane Espegard

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Host: Kristen Olson

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