Turning BS Jobs into Purpose-Driven Work | Daniel Steere | S1 E30
Download MP3In this candid and energetic conversation, Daniel Steere ( @steeringventures ) unpacks what it really takes to “make work not suck.” From reframing “BS jobs” to uncovering dignity in every role, Daniel shares his Vision–Journey–Culture–Results framework and challenges leaders to think beyond quick wins. We dig into why purpose matters more than process, the hidden dangers of “hero culture,” and how the right mindset can transform even the most mundane tasks into meaningful work.
Along the way, we tackle the leader–manager divide, the importance of superpowers over well-roundedness, and why “cool” is never a business plan. Whether you’re a CEO, a new manager, or someone wondering how to find meaning in your 9-to-5, this episode will give you the perspective (and push) you need to make your work matter.
Learn more about Daniel at:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.r.steere
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dsteere3/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielsteere/
Website: www.steeringventures.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@steeringventures
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@makeworknotsuck @makeworknotsuck
Mentioned This Episode:
Make Your Brand Legendary – book by Scott Wozniak: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Your-Brand-Legendary/dp/1647469986
Scott Wozniak’s episode of the Badass Leaders Podcast – https://youtu.be/YJ05Ewazics?si=YTguwzCqw-ATTCFo
Working Genius Assessment – team productivity tool by Patrick Lencioni https://www.workinggenius.com/
Boundaries – book by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/0310247454
DISC Personality Assessment – behavioral assessment tool https://www.discprofile.com/what-is-disc
628 Dirt Rooster – https://www.youtube.com/@628DirtRooster
Produced by: The AGN Group, Host: Angela Gill Nelms, Producer: Katie Hart
Tagline: Be Brave. Be Badass.
Websites: www.theagngroup.com and www.AngelaGillNelms.com
About The AGN Group:
At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. www.TheAGNGroup.com.
Social Media Channels:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/
Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2
Want to be a Podcast Guest?
If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@badassleaderspodcast.com
@AngelaGillNelms
Along the way, we tackle the leader–manager divide, the importance of superpowers over well-roundedness, and why “cool” is never a business plan. Whether you’re a CEO, a new manager, or someone wondering how to find meaning in your 9-to-5, this episode will give you the perspective (and push) you need to make your work matter.
Learn more about Daniel at:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.r.steere
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dsteere3/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielsteere/
Website: www.steeringventures.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@steeringventures
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@makeworknotsuck @makeworknotsuck
Mentioned This Episode:
Make Your Brand Legendary – book by Scott Wozniak: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Your-Brand-Legendary/dp/1647469986
Scott Wozniak’s episode of the Badass Leaders Podcast – https://youtu.be/YJ05Ewazics?si=YTguwzCqw-ATTCFo
Working Genius Assessment – team productivity tool by Patrick Lencioni https://www.workinggenius.com/
Boundaries – book by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/0310247454
DISC Personality Assessment – behavioral assessment tool https://www.discprofile.com/what-is-disc
628 Dirt Rooster – https://www.youtube.com/@628DirtRooster
Produced by: The AGN Group, Host: Angela Gill Nelms, Producer: Katie Hart
Tagline: Be Brave. Be Badass.
Websites: www.theagngroup.com and www.AngelaGillNelms.com
About The AGN Group:
At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. www.TheAGNGroup.com.
Social Media Channels:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/
Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2
Want to be a Podcast Guest?
If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@badassleaderspodcast.com
@AngelaGillNelms
Creators and Guests
Host
Angela Gill Nelms
Angela Gill Nelms is a founder, board leader, podcaster, and award-winning entrepreneur with a career spanning SaaS, medical devices, biotech, and clinical research. She builds high-impact teams and organizations rooted in culture, resilience, and strategic execution—helping innovators move ideas from lab to market and leaders grow with intention. She hosts three podcasts that reflect her mission to elevate leadership and accelerate biomedical innovation: Badass Leaders Podcast, Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow, and Recovery Advocate Network: Coffee & Conversation. Across each show, Angela creates space for honest conversations that drive impact, reduce stigma, and shape the future of leadership and health. A Georgia Tech Academy of Distinguished Alumni honoree and INC 500 award recipient, Angela serves on multiple boards across innovation and mental health ecosystems. Outside of work, she’s beekeeping, blacksmithing, turning wood, or training—6× IRONMAN and lifelong advocate for humans being human.
Producer
Katie Hart
Katie Hart is the Senior Client Relations Manager and Executive Podcast Producer at The AGN Group, where she leads podcast production, brand strategy, and client experience from concept to launch. Equal parts creative and operational powerhouse, she guides clients through branding, recording, and distribution while ensuring every detail runs seamlessly. Known as a customer experience magician, Katie is passionate about making every client and guest feel seen, supported, and celebrated—delivering a five-star experience that amplifies bold stories and builds meaningful impact.
