Going North Podcast

“When I stopped chasing my dreams and my goals only…and I started leaning on Jesus. It just gave me so much peace and joy.” – Jason Heinritz Today’s featured fellow Christian bestselling author is a father, husband, speaker, entrepreneur, and ministry leader, Jason Heinritz. Jason and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Wake Up Jesus People: Life-Giving Disciplines to Awaken the Warrior Within”, his journey from seeking mainly personal success to prioritizing God's kingdom, his “40 Forge” faith-based challenge, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Jason to become an author What it means to live daily as a Christian The importance of having a disciplined evening and morning routine Some of Jason’s habits that not only help him stay in peak performance state but also be heavenly-minded The 40 Forge Program and what inspired it Jason’s Site: https://wakeupjesuspeople.com/ Jason’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B079WJS6W2/allbooks The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 518 – “Launch With God” with Zach Windahl (@zachwindahl): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-518-launch-with-god-with-zach-windahl-zachwindahl/ #Bonus Ep. – “From Idea to Finished Manuscript” with Chandler Bolt (@self_pub_school): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-idea-to-finished-manuscript-with-chandler-bolt-self_pub_school/ Ep. 590 – “You're Not Alone” with Zach Westerbeck (@Zachwesterbeck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-590-youre-not-alone-with-zach-westerbeck-zachwesterbeck/ Ep. 516 – “You Got This Girl” with Cari Higham (@CariHigham): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-516-you-got-this-girl-with-cari-higham-carihigham/ 222 – “The Journey to Cloud Nine” with Jordan Gross: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/222-the-journey-to-cloud-nine-with-jordan-gross/ Ep. 468 – “The Power Of Mindset” with Hayk Tadevosyan (@hayktadevosyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-468-the-power-of-mindset-with-hayk-tadevosyan-hayktadevosyan/ Ep. 762 – The Internal Transformation Plan for External Abundance with Kevin Dupree: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-762-the-internal-transformation-plan-for-external-abundance-with-kevin-dupree/ Ep. 356 – “The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness” with Thomas R. Williams (@MrTRWilliams): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-356-the-relentless-pursuit-of-greatness-with-thomas-r-williams-mrtrwilliams/ Ep. 364 – “7 Deadly Thoughts” with Pastor Travis Hall (@PastorTHall): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-364-7-deadly-thoughts-with-pastor-travis-hall-pastorthall/ 14 - "Reach Your Mountaintop" Jeff Davis (@JeffDavis027): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/14-reach-your-mountaintop-jeff-davis-jeffdavis027/ Ep. 315 – “Elevate Your Network & Beyond” with Jake Kelfer (@jakekelfer): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-315-elevate-your-network-beyond-with-jake-kelfer-jakekelfer/ Ep. 795 – If You Want to Win, Start Within with Ahmard Vital (@ahmardvital): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-795-if-you-want-to-win-start-within-with-ahmard-vital-ahmardvital/ Ep. 480 – “Applying Your God-given Passions to Everyday Life” with Marnie Swedberg (@MentorMarnie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-480-applying-your-god-given-passions-to-everyday-life-with-marnie-swedberg-mentormarnie/

“Writing is a wonderful way to process your life.” – Dr. Sheila K. Collins Today’s featured award-winning author is an organizational grief consultant, TEDx speaker, and performance artist, Dr. Sheila K. Collins. Dr. Sheila and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, the healing power of art, supporting others through grief, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How writing helped Dr. Sheila process the deaths of her son and daughter Her advice for new writers The importance of self-care for caregivers How giving support to others also benefits the giver The lesson Dr. Sheila learned from her granddaughter about grief that still sticks with her today Dr. Sheila’s Site: https://sheilakcollins.com/ Dr. Sheila’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00D2HT4KU/allbooks Dr. Sheila’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/V9MXjttbeuc?si=IKuXiWNYCfX78hhm The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 655 – “Restorative Grief” with Mandy Capehart (@MandyCapehart): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-655-restorative-grief-with-mandy-capehart-mandycapehart/ Ep. 617 – “100 Acts of Love” with Kim Hamer (@100ActsofLove): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-617-100-acts-of-love-with-kim-hamer-100actsoflove/ Ep. 626 – “Finding Grace within Grief” with Portia Booker: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-626-finding-grace-within-grief-with-portia-booker/ Ep. 388 – “Types of Grief” with Tiffani Dilworth, MA, LCPC (@TiffaniDilworth): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-388-types-of/ Ep. 454 – “Twenty-One Olive Trees” with Laura Formentini (@FormentiniLove): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-454-twenty-one-olive-trees-with-laura-formentini-formentinilove/ Ep. 504 – “Moving Through Grief and Finding Spiritual Solace” with Victoria Volk (@TheGuidedHeart): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-504-moving-through-grief-and-finding-spiritual-solace-with-victoria-volk-theguidedheart/ Ep. 984 – Art for Your Sanity with Susan Hensley: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-984-art-for-your-sanity-with-susan-hensley/ Ep. 651 – “Called to Be Creative” with Mary Potter Kenyon (@mpotterkenyon): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-651-called-to-be-creative-with-mary-potter-kenyon-mpotterkenyon/ Ep. 938 – How to Create a More Colorful and Fulfilling Life with Debbie R. Weiss: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-938-how-to-create-a-more-colorful-and-fulfilling-life-with-debbie-r-weiss/ Ep. 602 – “How to Unlock Your Creative Potential” with Robin Landa (@rlanda): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-602-how-to-unlock-your-creative-potential-with-robin-landa-rlanda/ Ep. 301 – “Transformative Creativity” with Firdaus Kharas (@Culture_Shift): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-301-transformative-creativity-with-firdaus-kharas-culture_shift/

"Don't mistake the hope of change for the hope of progress." – Linda Shirey Today’s featured fellow bestselling Christian author is a wife, book lover, and coffee enthusiast, Linda Shirey. Linda and I have a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Wolves Among Us: Biblical Principles To Identify And Expose Spiritual Predators”, her writing journey, recognizing toxic influences, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Linda to become a published author, and plans for future books Linda’s background as a troubleshooter and her motivation to expose spiritual predators Some of the dangers of poor leadership and the dark side of human nature The value of lightening the mood in certain situations Linda’s Site: https://www.coramconversations.com/ Linda’s Book: https://a.co/d/1IflyH6 The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 841 – I Walked Through Fire to Get Here with Megan Conner: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-841-i-walked-through-fire-to-get-here-with-megan-conner/ Ep. 783 – Creativity, Faith, & Unveiling Fantastical Truths with Cyndi Brec (@CyndiBrec): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-783-creativity-faith-unveiling-fantastical-truths-with-cyndi-brec-cyndibrec/ Ep. 585 – “Ceasefire” with Chip Nightingale (@chipnightingale): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-585-ceasefire-with-chip-nightingale-chipnightingale/ Ep. 378 – “Writing Adventures with The Dialogue Doctor” with Jeff Elkins (@Jffelkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-378-writing-adventures-with-the-dialogue-doctor-with-jeff-elkins-jffelkins/ Ep. 477 – “P.S. You're a Genius” with Kelly Trach (@kellytrach): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-477-ps-youre-a-genius-with-kelly-trach-kellytrach/ Ep. 727 – “Personal Growth Through Intentional Living & Interior Design” with Shana Francesca: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-727-personal-growth-through-intentional-living-interior-design-with-shana-francesca/

“No matter how difficult your life is, to know that you are resilient enough. Your spirit, your soul, you will make it.” – Christine Sadry Today’s featured award-winning author is a mom and a former United Nations peacekeeper, Christine Sadry. Christine and I had a chat about her book, “13 Years Lost: An Unbelievable Story of Fleeing Communist Poland to Traveling the World Serving the United Nations”, how she began working at the UN, her advice to others writing about painful memories, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Christine to write her book What her childhood was like in Soviet Poland to enduring an abusive adoptive home in America Why it’s good to embrace life fully and the power of the human spirit An unexpected benefit that she received from writing her book Christine’s Site: https://christinesadry.com/ Christine’s Book: https://a.co/d/fkXaeQn The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 825 – One Woman's Story of Survival & Courageous Leadership in Syria with Dr. Amani Ballour (@AmaniBallour): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-825-one-womans-story-of-survival-courageous-leadership-in-syria-with-dr-amani-ballour-am/ #Bonus Ep. – “Perfectly Flawed” with Janae Sergio (@janae_sergio): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-perfectly-flawed-with-janae-sergio-janae_sergio/ 229 – “Unbroken” with Tajci Cameron (@TajciCameron): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/229-unbroken-with-tajci-cameron-tajcicameron/ Ep. 750 – Surviving Human Trafficking & Finding Purpose with Amanda Blackwood (@DetailedPieces): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-750-surviving-human-trafficking-finding-purpose-with-amanda-blackwood-detailedpieces/ Ep. 807 – Inside The Mind of The Author Activist with Dawn Bates (@msdawnbates33): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-807-inside-the-mind-of-the-author-activist-with-dawn-bates-msdawnbates33/ #FourFoldFormula Ep. – “Coming to the USA” with Nene Kodjoe (@SIA_Africa): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/fourfoldformula-ep-coming-to-the-usa-with-nene-kodjoe-sia_africa/ Ep. 500 – “Life Reset” With Dr. Foojan Zeine, Psy.D., MFT (@DrZeine): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-500-life-reset-with-dr-foojan-zeine-psyd-mft-drzeine/ Ep. 690 – “Prosper mE” with Victoria Rader, Ph.D. (@VicaRader): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-690-prosper-me-with-victoria-rader-phd-vicarader/ #Bonus Ep. – “From Shy Girl to Award-Winning Model” with Lorna Greyling (@LornaGreyling): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-shy-girl-to-award-winning-model-with-lorna-greyling-lornagreyling/ Ep. 499 – “Take Center Stage” with Janelle Anderson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-499-take-center-stage-with-janelle-anderson/ 270 – "Forever Employable" with Jeff Gothelf (@jboogie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/270-forever-employable-with-jeff-gothelf-jboogie/ Ep. 372 – “The Grit Factor” with Shannon Huffman Polson (@ABorderLife): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-372-the-grit-factor-with-shannon-huffman-polson-aborderlife/

“Every single one of your setbacks and every moment of adversity is truly your advantage. You just need to figure out how to frame it for you.” – Bianca D'Alessio Today’s featured international bestselling author is the #1 Real Estate Broker in NYC, the star of HBO Max’s acclaimed series Selling The Hamptons, and CEO of The Masters Division & Nest Seekers International, Bianca D'Alessio. Bianca and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Mastering Intentions:10 Practices to Amplify Power and Lead with Lasting Impact”, her journey from personal adversity to professional success, what it takes to turn adversity into advantage, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: Bianca’s daily routine for staying spiritually grounded Why it’s important to practice and share your story What her grandfather taught her about patience and problem-solving How she makes her affirmations stick like gorilla glue instead of water How her book evolved from a real estate guide to a broader message of self-empowerment The most valuable sales skill that helped Bianca generate massive success Bianca’s Site: https://www.biancadalessio.com/ Bianca’s Book: https://a.co/d/6wsDgla The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 309 – Home Worthy with Sandra Rinomato (@SandraRinomato): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-309-home-worthy-with-sandra-rinomato-sandrarinomato/ 275 – How Thoughts Become Things with Dr. Marina Bruni (@DrMarinaBruni): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/275-how-thoughts-become-things-with-dr-marina-bruni-drmarinabruni/ Ep. 962 – How Confusion Can Lead To Peace, Personal Growth, and Self-discovery with Giovanna Silvestre (@ConfusedGirlLA): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-962-how-confusion-can-lead-to-peace-personal-growth-and-self-discovery-with-giovanna-silvest/ Ep. 888 – How to Manifest Your Dream Home and Life with Victoria Marie Gallagher (@LOAHypnotist): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-888-with-how-to-manifest-your-dream-home-and-life-with-victoria-marie-gallagher-loahypnotist/ Ep. 983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell (@saracconnell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/ Ep. 850 – How to Discover Your Untapped Magic with Chloe Panta (@chloepanta): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-850-how-to-discover-your-untapped-magic-with-chloe-panta-chloepanta/ Ep. 691 – How to Spark Your Heart and Ignite Your Life with Hilary DeCesare (@HilaryDeCesare): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-691-how-to-spark-your-heart-and-ignite-your-life-with-hilary-decesare-hilarydecesare/ Ep. 805 – The Full Spirit Workout with Kate Eckman (@KateEckman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-805-the-full-spirit-workout-with-kate-eckman-kateeckman/ Ep. 509 - Exit Rich With Michelle Seiler Tucker (@MSeilerTucker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-509-exit-rich-with-michelle-seiler-tucker-mseilertucker/ Ep. 932 – A Return to Radiance with Becca Powers: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-932-a-return-to-radiance-with-becca-powers/ Ep. 820 – How to Sculpt Your Future Through Flowdreaming with Summer McStravick (@flowdreaming): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-820-how-to-sculpt-your-future-through-flowdreaming-with-summer-mcstravick-flowdreaming/ Ep. 782 – Grab Life By the Dreams with Karin Freeland (@KarinFreeland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-782-grab-life-by-the-dreams-with-karin-freeland-karinfreeland/

“My health was so bad I had to walk away from a seven-figure business that I built up over a number of years just to fight, to survive. And when I came through that period, my shrine has always been the bookshop.” – Elizabeth Gould Today’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a glam-mom, wife, global transformation expert, certified master neuroplastician, renowned speaker, corporate advisor, high-performance coach, and the creator of the Success Maximizer Method, Elizabeth Gould. Elizabeth and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Feeling Forwards: How To Become The Person Who Has The Life You Want”, her journey from aspiring murder mystery writer and corporate lawyer to overcoming aggressive breast cancer and becoming a high-performance coach, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How her early writing ambitions unexpectedly paid off after conquering cancer How she became one of the rare authors to secure a Tony Robbins endorsement The power of neuroplasticity and the importance of imagination Why entrepreneurs must adopt new mindsets to achieve greater success Plans for getting her PhD soon A way to harness your brain’s potential for positive change Dr. Elizabeth’s Site: https://elizabethgould.com/ Dr. Elizabeth’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B074GPVWPL/allbooks Elizabeth’s Podcast, “Exhausted to Empowered Entrepreneur”: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/exhausted-to-empowered-entrepreneur/id1470547674 Free Mini Course - The 3 Manifestation Mistakes Holding You Back From 7-Figure Revenue: https://elliem66.systeme.io/96bafbc2 The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell (@saracconnell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/ Ep. 960 – The Power of the Actor with Ivana Chubbuck (@ivanachubbuck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-960-the-power-of-the-actor-with-ivana-chubbuck-ivanachubbuck/ Ep. 453 – “The Psychic Yellow Brick Road” with Corbie Mitleid (@CorbieMitleid): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-453-the-psychic-yellow-brick-road-with-corbie-mitleid-corbiemitleid/ Ep. 977 – How One Woman's Story Can Help Others Facing Cancer with Erica Neubert Campbell (@EricaNCampbell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-977-how-one-womans-story-can-help-others-facing-cancer-with-erica-neubert-campbell-ericanca/ Ep. 425 – “An Imperfect Pilgrim” with Suzanne Ludlum (@SuzanneLudlum): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-425-an-imperfect-pilgrim-with-suzanne-ludlum-suzanneludlum/ 275 – “How Thoughts Become Things” with Dr. Marina Bruni (@DrMarinaBruni): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/275-how-thoughts-become-things-with-dr-marina-bruni-drmarinabruni/ 273 – Rewiring Your Brain For Manifestation Success with Bob Doyle (@bobdoyle): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/273-rewiring-your-brain-for-manifestation-success-with-bob-doyle-bobdoyle/ Ep. 691 – How to Spark Your Heart and Ignite Your Life with Hilary DeCesare (@HilaryDeCesare): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-691-how-to-spark-your-heart-and-ignite-your-life-with-hilary-decesare-hilarydecesare/ Ep. 984 – Art for Your Sanity with Susan Hensley: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-984-art-for-your-sanity-with-susan-hensley/ Ep. 788 – Love with a Twist of Cancer with Jennifer Greenhut (@jennandlarry): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-788-love-with-a-twist-of-cancer-with-jennifer-greenhut-jennandlarry/

“You have to pay a new price every day for the success that you want to have in this life that you want to live.” – Dom Brightmon Today’s episode features the host himself sharing the three R's of Going North Podcast’s success to celebrate Going North reaching 1,000 official episodes featuring over 1,000 published authors from around the world. Key Things You’ll Learn: How Going North has evolved into a “thin place” where meaningful connections and personal growth flourish Why Dom learned to treat each conversation as a legacy piece Why consistency pays off The Three R’s of Going North’s Success Dom’s Site: https://www.dombrightmon.com/about-me Dom’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07B7F37N5/allbooks The opening track is titled, “Hall of Kings ft. Gerson Zaragoza (Instrumental)” by Marcus D To listen to and download the full track, use the following link. https://marcusd.bandcamp.com/track/hall-of-kings-ft-gerson-zaragoza-instrumental Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 405 – Leadership Lessons From The Pub with Dr. Irvine Nugent (@irvinenugent): https://youtu.be/cSKZqsoXr_M?si=oBQncCVDpKzZOGS- Ep. 302 – A Black First with Peter E. Carter: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/302-a-black-first-with-peter-e-carter/ Ep. 319 – The Hunter with Jim Christina: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-319-the-hunter-with-jim-christina/ 112 – The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims (@SteveDSims1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/112-the-art-of-making-things-happen-with-steve-sims-stevedsims1/ Ep. 818 – Tech Savvy Tales and Cozy Mysteries with Charles Breakfield & Rox Burkey (@EnigmaSeries): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-818-tech-savvy-tales-and-cozy-mysteries-with-charles-breakfield-rox-burkey-enigmaseries/ Ep. 432 – Discovery of LESS with Chris Lovett (@ChristoLovett): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-432-discovery-of-less-with-chris-lovett-christolovett/ 292.5 (Charm City Bonus Episode) – Divorce Is Worse Than Death with Stanley McCluskey: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2925-charm-city-bonus-episode-divorce-is-worse-than-death-with-stanley-mccluskey/ 139 - Take Focused Action & Get Results with Brian J. Olds (@BSNSpeaks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/139-take-focused-action-get-results-with-brian-j-olds-bsnspeaks/ 187 - It's the Bottom Line That Matters with Jennifer Glass (@thejennglass): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/187-its-the-bottom-line-that-matters-with-jennifer-glass-thejennglass/ Ep. 782 – Grab Life By the Dreams with Karin Freeland (@KarinFreeland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-782-grab-life-by-the-dreams-with-karin-freeland-karinfreeland/ Ep. 452 – Writing a Penetrating Tell-All Memoir with Karin Freeland (@KarinFreeland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-452-writing-a-tell-all-penetrating-memoir-with-karin-freeland-karinfreeland/ Ep. 537 – If Trees Could Talk with Holly Worton (@hollyworton): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-537-if-trees-could-talk-with-holly-worton-hollyworton/ #Host2Host Bonus Ep. – Business and Personal Secrets for Getting Unstuck with Frank Zaccari (@FZaccari): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/host2host-bonus-ep-business-and-personal-secrets-for-getting-unstuck-with-frank-zaccari-fzaccari/ Ep.308 – “Every Day Is A New Day” with Kim O'Neill (@KimsONaMission): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep308-every-day-is-a-new-day-with-kim-oneill-kimsonamission/ Ep. 783 – Creativity, Faith, & Unveiling Fantastical Truths with Cyndi Brec (@CyndiBrec): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-783-creativity-faith-unveiling-fantastical-truths-with-cyndi-brec-cyndibrec/

"I've never chased profits. I've chased helping people, and the profits chased me." – Chris Robinson Today’s featured bestselling author is a father, husband, keynote speaker, world-class coach, lifelong learner, and the Executive Vice President of Maxwell Leadership, Chris Robinson. Chris and I have a fun on a bun chat about his book, “From Drift to Drive: A High Achievers Guide To Breaking The Chains Of Complacency”, his inspiring journey from financial hardship to leadership success, and tons more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What complacency truly is How faith became central to his life and career What setback helped Chris to create more success The book writing process that made it come to life What he learned about himself through the book publishing process Chris’ Site: https://www.chrisrobinsonspeaker.com/ Chris’ Book: https://drifttodrivebook.com/ The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 306 – “Be The SPARK” with Simon T. Bailey (@SimonTBailey): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-306-be-the-spark-with-simon-t-bailey-simontbailey/ Ep. 364 – “7 Deadly Thoughts” with Pastor Travis Hall (@PastorTHall): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-364-7-deadly-thoughts-with-pastor-travis-hall-pastorthall/ 49 - "Serve Yourself to Greatness" with Reginald Gant @reggieserves: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/49-serve-yourself-to-greatness-with-reginald-gant-reggieserves/ Ep. 356 – “The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness” with Thomas R. Williams (@MrTRWilliams): https://www.podpage.com/going-north-podcast/ep-356-the-relentless-pursuit-of-greatness-with-thomas-r-williams-mrtrwilliams/ Ep. 307 – “Failure Is Not The Problem, It’s The Beginning Of Your Success” with Col. George Milton: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-307-failure-is-not-the-problem-its-the-beginning-of-your-success-with-col-george-milton/ Ep. 450 – “From Orphan to Self-Made Millionaire” with Andre Henry (@DreamAgain_TL): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-450-from-orphan-to-self-made-millionaire-with-andre-henry-dreamagain_tl/ Ep. 293.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – “Foster Care System Survivor to Inspirational Thriver” with Loren Michaels Harris (@LorenListens2U): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-2935-host-2-host-special-foster-care-system-survivor-to-inspirational-thriver-with-loren-michaels-harris-lorenlistens2u/ 88 - "Being Pushed Into Entrepreneurship" with Gerald DuBose (@geralddnwo): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/88-being-pushed-into-entrepreneurship-with-gerald-dubose-geralddnwo/ 141 - "Thou Shall Be Successful" with William Winfield (@Willisblessed38): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/141-thou-shall-be-successful-with-william-winfield-willisblessed38/ #GNPYear1 Bonus Episode 2 - "Building An Economic Legacy" with Antonio T. Smith Jr. (@TheATSJr): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear1-bonus-episode-2-building-an-economic-legacy-with-antonio-t-smith-jr-theatsjr/ 139 - "Take Focused Action & Get Results" with Brian J. Olds (@BSNSpeaks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/139-take-focused-action-get-results-with-brian-j-olds-bsnspeaks/ 281 – “No More Average” with Andy Audate (@andyaudate): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/281-no-more-average-with-andy-audate-andyaudate/ Ep. 933 – How to Prepare & Lead Like a Championship Coach with Matthew Mitchell (@yocoachmitchell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-933-how-to-prepare-lead-like-a-championship-coach-with-matthew-mitchell-yocoachmitchell/

“It's just so wonderful to know that I can give joy to people and they can return it.” – Gwen Tolios Today’s featured author is a teacher, analyst, world traveler, and the Tostitos Factory of Flash Fiction, Gwen Tolios. Gwen and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Healing Crystals & Other Breakables,” her experiences in the Peace Corps, the importance of finding creative communities, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How travel, especially during college, inspired Gwen’s writing Why she prefers writing short stories and flash fiction The pressure of writing about Greek myths and family stories Her writing rituals for book publishing success Her advice on embracing both creativity and playfulness as an adult Gwen’s Site: https://linktr.ee/GwenTolios Gwen’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0927ZWGWH/allbooks The opening track is titled “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 989 – Get Fabulous Or Die Tryin' with Nkrumah Mensah: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-989-get-fabulous-or-die-tryin-with-nkrumah-mensah/ Ep. 615 – Champion Martial Artist to Award-Winning Novelist with Danielle Orsino: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-615-champion-martial-artist-to-award-winning-novelist-with-danielle-orsino/ Ep. 533 – Anime, Swords, & Knives, Oh My! with Sarah Humpherys: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-533-anime-swords-knives-oh-my-with-sarah-humpherys/ Ep. 375 – Aces High, Jokers Wild with O. E. Tearmann (@ETearmann): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-375-aces-high-jokers-wild-with-o-e-tearmann-etearmann/ Ep. 337 – The Accessory to Magic with Kathrin Hutson (@ExquisitelyDark): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-337-the-accessory-to-magic-with-kathrin-hutson-exquisitelydark/ Ep. 963 – Navigating Creative Doubt to Reach the Publishing Promised Land with J.F. Monroe: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-963-navigating-creative-doubt-to-reach-the-publishing-promised-land-with-jf-monroe/ Ep. 880 – Success Insights from a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author with Christopher Greyson (@Chris_Greyson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-880-success-insights-from-a-wall-street-journal-bestselling-author-with-christopher-greyson/ Ep. 946 – How Stories Drive Impact and Inspire Action with Autumn Karen (@autumncarrying): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-946-how-stories-drive-impact-and-inspire-action-with-autumn-karen-autumncarrying/ Ep. 463.5 – Swordfighting, for Writers, Game Designers and Martial Artists with Dr. Guy Windsor (@guy_windsor): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-4635-swordfighting-for-writers-game-designers-and-martial-artists-with-dr-guy-windsor-guy_windsor/ Ep. 330 – A Long Way from Ordinary with Ann Charles (@AnnWCharles): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-330-a-long-way-from-ordinary-with-ann-charles-annwcharles/ Ep. 311 – Works of Urban Mythopoeia with Cat Rambo (@Catrambo): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-311-works-of-urban-mythopoeia-with-cat-rambo-catrambo/ Ep. 991 – From Courtrooms to Chaotic Cosmic Adventures with Mina Brower (@Minabrowerbooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-991-from-courtrooms-to-chaotic-cosmic-adventures-with-mina-brower-minabrowerbooks/ Ep. 869 – Author vs. AI with Alison McBain (@AlisonMcBain): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-869-author-vs-ai-with-alison-mcbain-alisonmcbain/ Ep. 766 – Pawsitively Organic Creativity with Liz Mugavero (@Lizmugavero): https://shorturl.at/SOlNL

“There’s a lot of thought that needs to go into becoming a manager. And then once you are one, you need to see it as a lifelong learning experience and an experience that can impact other people in the best of ways or actually in the worst of ways.” – Joanne Merrick Today’s featured best-selling author is a speaker, Leadership Development Expert, and founder of The Leadership Recipe, LLC, Joanne Merrick. Joanne and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Game On! Is Management Your Best Career Play?”, the realities of management, blending her passion for music into her teaching, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Joanne to write her first book Her Australian roots, global career journey, and what brought her to the US How research legitimized her leadership teachings Why people become managers, the challenges they face, and the high failure rate among new managers Her practical advice for new managers Joanne’s Site: https://www.theleadershiprecipe.com/ Joanne’s Book: https://a.co/d/2AnRiSw The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 931 – Proven Sales Management Wisdom for a Limitless Career with Meghan Clarke (@meghanclarkeofficial): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-931-proven-sales-management-wisdom-for-a-limitless-career-with-meghan-clarke-meghanclarkeoff/ Ep. 883 – How to Turn Your Life Into a Smorgasbord of Opportunities with Michele Blood (@themysticalexp1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-883-how-to-turn-your-life-into-a-smorgasbord-of-opportunities-with-michele-blood-themystical/ Ep. 760 – From Bonham to Buddha and Back with Clementine Moss: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-760-from-bonham-to-buddha-and-back-with-clementine-moss/ Ep. 851 – How To Be Future-fit and Lead With Relevance with Louise Mowbray (@louisemowbray): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-851-how-to-be-future-fit-and-lead-with-relevance-with-louise-mowbray-louisemowbray/ Ep. 905 – Leadership Lessons From A Resourceful Human Results Professional with Brenda Neckvatal (@brendaleads): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-905-leadership-lessons-from-a-resourceful-human-results-professional-with-brenda-neckvatal-b/ Ep. 438 – Acoustic Leadership with Rick Lozano, CSP (@rick_lozano): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-438-acoustic-leadership-with-rick-lozano-csp-rick_lozano/ Ep. 623 - The Day One Executive With April Armstrong (@ahaconsult): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-623-the-day-one-executive-with-april-armstrong-ahaconsult/ Ep. 637 – The Rough Guide to Awesome Leadership with Elena Agaragimova (@elenaagaragi): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-637-the-rough-guide-to-awesome-leadership-with-elena-agaragimova-elenaagaragi/ Ep. 967 – Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades with Kristin Massey (@TheJOATbook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-967-life-lessons-from-a-jill-of-all-trades-with-kristin-massey-thejoatbook/ Ep. 336.5 – Own Your Career Own Your Life with Andy Storch (@AndyStorch): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3365-h2h-special-own-your-career-own-your-life-with-andy-storch-andystorch/ 254 – The New Global Manager with Melissa Lamson (@melissa_lamson1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/254-the-new-global-manager-with-melissa-lamson-melissa_lamson1/ Ep. 597 – Your Stories Don’t Define You, How You Tell Them Will with Sarah Elkins (@sarahelkins):...

“There's so many different parts that go into making a product great. It's not just having it on store shelves. You need so much more to help advance it and help people to know what it is.” – Jodi Bondi Norgaard Today’s featured author is an award-winning mompreneur, keynote speaker, activist, and founder of the Dream Big Toy Company, Jodi Bondi Norgaard. Jodi and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “More Than a Doll: How Creating a Sports Doll Turned into a Fight to End Gender Stereotypes”, what sparked her entrepreneur journey, advice for aspiring changemakers, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What started Jodi’s 20-year fight against gender stereotypes in toys Lessons learned from starting her own toy company and overcoming industry resistance What inspired her to write her memoir, and what she learned about herself during the writing process Her plans for future books How entrepreneurship can be a platform for broader change Jodi’s Site: https://www.jodibondinorgaard.com/ Jodi’s Books: https://www.jodibondinorgaard.com/books The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 758 – Inspiring Readers Through Representation and Relatable Stories with Tonya Ellis (@TonyaDEllis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-758-inspiring-readers-through-representation-and-relatable-stories-with-tonya-ellis-tonyadel/ Ep. 488.5 – “Create, Innovate & Dominate” with Tracy Hazzard (@hazzdesign): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-4885-create-innovate-dominate-with-tracy-hazzard-hazzdesign/ 150 - "Princess Monroe and Her Happily Ever After" with Jody Vallee Smith: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/150-princess-monroe-and-her-happily-ever-after-with-jody-vallee-smith/ Ep. 691 – “How to Spark Your Heart and Ignite Your Life” with Hilary DeCesare (@HilaryDeCesare): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-691-how-to-spark-your-heart-and-ignite-your-life-with-hilary-decesare-hilarydecesare/ 168 - "Spiral" with Amy Simpkins (@amylsimpkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/168-spiral-with-amy-simpkins-amylsimpkins/ Ep. 582 – “Shaping the World Through Great Stories for All Ages” with Natasha Deen (@natasha_deen): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-582-shaping-the-world-through-great-stories-for-all-ages-with-natasha-deen-natasha_deen/ Ep. 313 – “Ask Uncle Neil” with Neil Thompson (@teachthegeek): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-313-ask-uncle-neil-with-neil-thompson-teachthegeek/ Ep. 701 – “Mastering Self-Talk for Success and Happiness” with Robin Sacks (@robinsacks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-701-mastering-self-talk-for-success-and-happiness-with-robin-sacks-robinsacks/ Ep. 586 – “Flipping Bad Situations into Joyful Children’s Books” with Violet Lemay (@violetlemay): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-586-flipping-bad-situations-into-joyful-childrens-books-with-violet-lemay-violetlemay/ Ep. 559 - "Picky Patrick" With Eleni Fuiaxis (@EleniFuiaxis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-559-picky-patrick-with-eleni-fuiaxis-elenifuiaxis/ Ep. 344.5 – “Poohlicious” with Mary Elizabeth Jackson (@Mary_E_Jackson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3445-poohlicious-with-mary-elizabeth-jackson-mary_e_jackson/

“Write as soon as you can. Maybe your first book is a mess, but then at least you learn something, and your second book is going to be awesome.” – Jurriaan Kamer Today’s featured author is a future-oriented organizational change expert, F1-inspired keynote speaker, and the co-founder of Unblock, Jurriaan Kamer. Jurriaan and I had a fun on a bun chat about his new book, “Unblock: Clear the Way for Results and Develop a Thriving Organization”, the importance of involving beta readers, embracing imperfection, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: How Jurriaan transitioned from blogging to co-authoring his first book The differences between traditional and self-publishing The six organizational themes to expect from his latest book The importance of starting to write early and overcoming imposter syndrome Jurriaan’s Site: https://www.jurriaankamer.com/ Jurriaan’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082BFH13X/allbooks The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 937 – How To Reclaim the Moment & Build A Better Now with Greg Bennick (@gregbennick): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-937-how-to-reclaim-the-moment-build-a-better-now-with-greg-bennick-gregbennick/ Ep. 806 – Big Bet Leadership with John Rossman (@johnerossman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-806-big-bet-leadership-with-john-rossman-johnerossman/ 270 – Forever Employable with Jeff Gothelf (@jboogie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/270-forever-employable-with-jeff-gothelf-jboogie/ Ep. 438 – Acoustic Leadership with Rick Lozano, CSP (@rick_lozano): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-438-acoustic-leadership-with-rick-lozano-csp-rick_lozano/ Ep. 980 – Create A Buzzworthy Life: How Bees Inspire Productivity and Focus with Jones Loflin (@jonesloflin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-980-create-a-buzzworthy-life-how-bees-inspire-productivity-and-focus-with-jones-loflin-jone/ 288.5 (Host 2 Host Bonus) – Choose the Right Mountain; Climb Faster! with David Wood (@_playforreal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/DavidWood2/ Ep. 884 – How to Go From Stuck to Unstoppable with Murielle Marie Ungricht: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-884-how-to-go-from-stuck-to-unstoppable-with-murielle-marie-ungricht/ Ep. 637 – The Rough Guide to Awesome Leadership with Elena Agaragimova (@elenaagaragi): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-637-the-rough-guide-to-awesome-leadership-with-elena-agaragimova-elenaagaragi/ Ep. 835 – Turn Words Into Wealth with Aurora Winter, MBA (@AuroraWinterMBA): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-835-turn-words-into-wealth-with-aurora-winter-mba-aurorawintermba/ Ep. 435 – Breaking the Code with Rusty Gailliard (@RustyGaillard): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-435-breaking-the-code-with-rusty-gailliard-rustygaillard/ Ep. 816 – How to Craft a Global Thought Leadership Masterpiece with Ben Gioia (@BenGioia): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-816-how-to-craft-a-global-thought-leadership-masterpiece-with-ben-gioia-bengioia/ Ep. 493 – The Three R’s of Business Growth with Edwin Dearborn (@edwindearborn): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-493-the-three-rs-of-business-growth-with-edwin-dearborn-edwindearborn/ Ep. 373.5 – Business Secrets for Walking on Water with Frank Zaccari (@FZaccari): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3735-business-secrets-for-walking-on-water-with-frank-zaccari-fzaccari/

“It's all about thinking, not just about the noise, but about the sounds around us, those that can be an ally and a resource for us, and kind of think in a proactive way about sound. And when we are building our buildings, when we are designing our cities to design with the sound in mind” – Chris Berdik Today’s featured author is a husband, father, Harvard graduate, and award-winning science journalist, Chris Berdik. Chris and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Clamor: How Noise Took Over the World - and How We Can Take It Back”, the hidden health impacts of noise pollution, the importance of soundscape design, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Chris to write a book about noise How noise and air pollution often share sources and impact environmental health The limitations of measuring noise by decibels alone and the importance of context Why Your Ears Are Eavesdropping on Your Sleep What Chris learned about himself after writing his 2 book Chris’ Site: https://www.chrisberdik.com/ Chris’ Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B009MI01U0/allbooks The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 732 – “From Financial Struggles & Tinnitus to Relief & Success” with Wayne Altman (@wayneraltman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-732-from-financial-struggles-tinnitus-to-relief-success-with-wayne-altman-wayneraltman/ 179 - "Indistractable" with Nir Eyal (@nireyal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/179-indistractable-with-nir-eyal-nireyal/ #Bonus Ep. - “Touched By The Music”: Dave Combs On Inspiring And Uplifting People’s Lives (@DavidMCombs‪): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-touched-by-the-music-dave-combs-on-inspiring-and-uplifting-peoples-lives-davidmcombs/ Ep. 438 – “Acoustic Leadership” with Rick Lozano, CSP (@rick_lozano): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-438-acoustic-leadership-with-rick-lozano-csp-rick_lozano/ Ep. 849 – How to Have Sensational Sleep with Dr. Stacey Duckett (@StaceyDuckett): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-849-how-to-have-sensational-sleep-with-dr-stacey-duckett-staceyduckett/ 157 - "No Sweat Speaking" with Allan Kaufman & Allan Misch (@NoSweatSpeaking): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/157-no-sweat-speaking-with-allan-kaufman-allan-misch-nosweatspeaking/ #Bonus Ep. – “Digital Detox” with Molly DeFrank (@mollydefrank): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-digital-detox-with-molly-defrank-mollydefrank/ #Bonus Ep. - “How to Unplug, Unwind and Think Clearly in the Digital Age” with Daniel Sih: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-how-to-unplug-unwind-and-think-clearly-in-the-digital-age-with-daniel-sih/

“Better investigating your thinking and learning about your decision making can help you to feel like you can move better into your good future.” – Cheryl Strauss Einhorn Today’s featured multi-award-winning author is an educator, award-winning investigative journalist, TEDx speaker, the creator of the AREA Method, and founder of Decisive, Cheryl Strauss Einhorn. Cheryl and I had a chat about her book, “Problem Solver: Maximizing Your Strengths to Make Better Decisions”, how writing a book can change your own thinking, reveal your confidence, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: How her love for books inspired Cheryl to become an author What lesson Cheryl learned from her students that upped her game as a professor What setback helped Cheryl generate more success Whether there’s a “right” way to make decisions or not Cheryl’s Site: https://www.areamethod.com/ Cheryl’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B072DWCM8Z/allbooks Cheryl’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/HwJlulVOmk8?si=v4MOx9wbs5KZyfzk Cheryl’s LinkedIn Learning Course, “Strengthen Your Decision-Making with Generative AI”: https://www.linkedin.com/learning-login/share?forceAccount=false&redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Flearning%2Fstrengthen-your-decision-making-with-generative-ai%3Ftrk%3Dshare_ent_url%26shareId%3Dqb6xBSu0T6u5jgdeeZgLqw%253D%253D The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 332 – “Her Perfect Life” with Hank Phillippi Ryan (@HankPRyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-332-her-perfect-life-with-hank-phillippi-ryan-hankpryan/ Ep. 839 – How AI Can Enhance Your Storytelling and Creative Process with Richard Rosser: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-839-how-ai-enhance-your-storytelling-and-creative-process-with-richard-rosser/ Ep. 778 – How High Value Writing Can Transform Your Workplace Communication with Erin Lebacqz (@ErinLebacqz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-778-how-high-value-writing-can-transform-your-workplace-communication-with-erin-lebacqz-erin/ Ep. 779 – Speaking to Influence with Dr. Laura Sicola (@LauraSicola): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-779-speaking-to-influence-with-dr-laura-sicola-laurasicola/ Ep. 755 – Words Whispered in Water with Sandy Rosenthal (@LeveesOrg): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-755-words-whispered-in-water-with-sandy-rosenthal-leveesorg/ Ep. 474 – “How Social Media Impacts The Way We Think, Feel and Behave” with Tyler Hendon (@tylerhendon7): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-474-how-social-media-impacts-the-way-we-think-feel-and-behave-with-tyler-hendon-tylerhendon7/

“Healing and recovery are not linear, so wherever you are, just be there and be kind to yourself.” – Kath Essing Today’s featured author is a mom, wife, speaker, consultant, educator, and storyteller, Kath Essing. Kath and I had a chat about her book, “The Courage to Speak Your Truth: Shifting The Narrative on Childhood Sexual Abuse”, the transformative power of speaking out about trauma, the importance of professional support in recovery, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: Kath’s motivation for writing her book and the importance of humor in healing How she wrote her book in a month and what made it a healing experience How reconnecting with her inner child helped her reclaim her voice and power as an adult Why 90% of childhood sexual abuse victims know their abuser Kath’s Site: https://www.bespeak.au/ Kath’s Book: https://a.co/d/7yPNmr8 The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… #M2M Bonus Ep. – “From the Edge of Death to the Gift of Life” with Laura Gray: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/m2m-bonus-ep-from-the-edge-of-death-to-the-gift-of-life-with-laura-gray/ #Bonus Ep. – “Perfectly Flawed” with Janae Sergio (@janae_sergio): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-perfectly-flawed-with-janae-sergio-janae_sergio/ 12 - "Introverts Unite" with Altovise Pelzer (@FindYourVoiceNow): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/12-introverts-unite-with-altovise-pelzer-findyourvoicenow/ #M2M Bonus Ep. – “Self-Love Paved the Way” with Diane Vich: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/m2m-bonus-ep-self-love-paved-the-way-with-diane-vich/ Ep. 750 – Surviving Human Trafficking & Finding Purpose with Amanda Blackwood (@DetailedPieces): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-750-surviving-human-trafficking-finding-purpose-with-amanda-blackwood-detailedpieces/ 229 – “Unbroken” with Tajci Cameron (@TajciCameron): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/229-unbroken-with-tajci-cameron-tajcicameron/ Ep. 727 – “Personal Growth Through Intentional Living & Interior Design” with Shana Francesca: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-727-personal-growth-through-intentional-living-interior-design-with-shana-francesca/ Ep. 741 – “The Girl In The Garage” with Sharon Hughes: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-741-the-girl-in-the-garage-with-sharon-hughes/ Ep. 622 – “Under The Orange Blossoms” with Cindy Benezra (@CindyBenezra111): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-622-under-the-orange-blossoms-with-cindy-benezra-cindybenezra111/ Ep. 715 – “From Confronting Harassment to Closing Deals” with Susan Gold (@sgoldconsulting): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-715-from-confronting-harassment-to-closing-deals-with-susan-gold-sgoldconsulting/ Ep. 499 – “Take Center Stage” with Janelle Anderson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-499-take-center-stage-with-janelle-anderson/ Ep. 416 – “From Abuse & Displacement to Triumph” with Angela Sewell (@AngelwingsAs): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-416-from-abuse-displacement-to-triumph-with-angela-sewell-angelwingsas/ Ep. 556 – “The Power of You2” with Inger Nordin (@nordin_inger): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-556-the-power-of-you2-with-inger-nordin-nordin_inger/

“Wherever you are in your life, you have the power to live your best life, so just live it.” – Margie Zable Fisher Today’s featured author is a mom, wife, accidental novelist, triathlete, and entrepreneur, Margie Zable Fisher. Margie and I had a fun on a bun chat about her co-authored book, “The Cabernet Club”, transforming grief into creativity, the importance of lifelong learning, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: Margie’s journey of embracing life after 50 through “The Margie Project” The inspiration behind her novel, “The Cabernet Club” What it was like to finish writing a novel when her usual writing style is non-fiction Why effective marketing is about authenticity and adaptability Margie’s Site: https://margiezfisher.com/ Margie’s Book: https://a.co/d/5XpEGRY The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… #Holiday Bonus Ep. – “Bird of Paradise” with Emily Johnson (@elhughes01): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-bird-of-paradise-with-emily-johnson-elhughes01/ Ep. 334.5 (Holiday Bonus) – “The Business of Immortality” with Sahara Foley (@SaharaFoley): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3345-holiday-bonus-the-business-of-immortality-with-sahara-foley-saharafoley/ Ep. 627 – “From Reluctant Writer to Award-Winning Author” with Jennifer Elizabeth Moore: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-627-from-reluctant-writer-to-award-winning-author-with-jennifer-elizabeth-moore/ Ep. 454 – “Twenty-One Olive Trees” with Laura Formentini (@FormentiniLove): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-454-twenty-one-olive-trees-with-laura-formentini-formentinilove/ Ep. 442 – “Jungle Jean” with Geralyn Gendreau (@geralyngendreau): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-442-jungle-jean-with-geralyn-gendreau-geralyngendreau/ Ep. 381 – “Hot Women Rock” with Pat Duckworth (@patduckworth): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-381-hot-women/ Ep. 864 – From Ignoring Heart's Call to Embracing a New Life Chapter with Susan Glenney: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-864-from-ignoring-hearts-call-to-embracing-a-new-life-chapter-with-susan-glenney/ Ep. 847 – That Summer She Found Her Voice with Jean Burgess, PhD: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-847-that-summer-she-found-her-voice-with-jean-burgess-phd/ Ep. 311.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – “More Than Enough” with Emma Dhesi (@emmadhesi): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3115-host-2-host-special-more-than-enough-with-emma-dhesi-emmadhesi/ Ep. 332 – “Her Perfect Life” with Hank Phillippi Ryan (@HankPRyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-332-her-perfect-life-with-hank-phillippi-ryan-hankpryan/ 259 – “Positive Aging” with Stephanie Raffelock (@SRaffelock): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/259-positive-aging-with-stephanie-raffelock-sraffelock/ Ep. 629 – “An Enemy Like Me” with Teri Brown (@TeriMBrown1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-629-an-enemy-like-me-with-teri-brown-terimbrown1/

“We live in such a fast-tracked consumerism sort of society where we have to have the next best thing immediately. And I think a lot of writing can suffer if we think about producing books that way.” – Mina Brower Today’s featured award-winning author is a mom, wife, lawyer, and mentor, Mina Brower. Mina and I had a fun on a bun chat about her “Daughters of Chaos” book series, her journey as a first-generation immigrant from Mexico, her writing rituals, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Mina to become a writer How therapy reignited her passion for creative writing after her first child How Mina balances her legal career and family life with writing fantasy and sci-fi novels Her advice for aspiring writers How her gaming days influence some of her work Mina’s Site: https://www.minabrowerbooks.com/ Mina’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1FKKNFW?binding=paperback The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 928 – The Little Book of Big Dreams with Isa Adney (@IsaAdney): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-928-the-little-book-of-big-dreams-with-isa-adney-isaadney/ Ep. 965 – From Hollywood Writing Rooms to Writing Her Own Rules with Amy Suto (@Sutoscience): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-965-from-hollywood-writing-rooms-to-writing-her-own-rules-with-amy-suto-sutoscience/ Ep. 615 – Champion Martial Artist to Award-Winning Novelist with Danielle Orsino: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-615-champion-martial-artist-to-award-winning-novelist-with-danielle-orsino/ Ep. 463.5 – Swordfighting, for Writers, Game Designers and Martial Artists with Dr. Guy Windsor (@guy_windsor): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-4635-swordfighting-for-writers-game-designers-and-martial-artists-with-dr-guy-windsor-guy_windsor/ 33 - Inspiration, Sci-Fi, & Video Games with Beth Martin (@bethmart07): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/33-inspiration-sci-fi-video-games-with-beth-martin-bethmart07/ Ep. 410 – Research Scientist Turned Urban Fantasy Author with Kristi Charish (@kristicharish): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-410-research-scientist-turned-urban-fantasy-author-with-kristi-charish-kristicharish/ Ep. 330 – A Long Way from Ordinary with Ann Charles (@AnnWCharles): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-330-a-long-way-from-ordinary-with-ann-charles-annwcharles/ Ep. 477 – P.S. You're a Genius with Kelly Trach (@kellytrach): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-477-ps-youre-a-genius-with-kelly-trach-kellytrach/ 275 – How Thoughts Become Things with Dr. Marina Bruni (@DrMarinaBruni): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/275-how-thoughts-become-things-with-dr-marina-bruni-drmarinabruni/ Ep. 984 – Art for Your Sanity with Susan Hensley: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-984-art-for-your-sanity-with-susan-hensley/ Ep. 946 – How Stories Drive Impact and Inspire Action with Autumn Karen (@autumncarrying): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-946-how-stories-drive-impact-and-inspire-action-with-autumn-karen-autumncarrying/ Ep. 606 – Crowdfunding Your Comic Books Into Reality” with Morgan Quaid (@morgan_quaid): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-606-crowdfunding-your-comic-books-into-reality-with-morgan-quaid-morgan_quaid/ Ep. 533 – Anime, Swords, & Knives, Oh My! with Sarah Humpherys: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-533-anime-swords-knives-oh-my-with-sarah-humpherys/

“When I heard that statistic, I realized I was easily part of the 99% who never write their book. I decided to become the 1% and just do it.” – Dr. Albert Bramante Today’s featured author is a psychology professor, certified hypnotist, NLP practitioner, mindset mentor, and veteran talent agent, Dr. Albert Bramante. Dr. Albert and I had a fun on a bun chat about his first book, “Rise Above the Script: Confronting Self Doubt and Mastering Self Sabotage for Performing Artists”, the power of visualization, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: Dr. Albert’s lifelong fascination with the mind and how it led him to become a talent agent What inspired him to conquer procrastination and publish his first book How he transitioned from academic writing to publishing his first book What setback helped him create more success How he uses visualization and accountability to overcome self-doubt Dr. Albert’s Site: https://albertbramante.com/ Dr. Albert’s Book: https://a.co/d/csMb8A8 The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 960 – The Power of the Actor with Ivana Chubbuck (@ivanachubbuck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-960-the-power-of-the-actor-with-ivana-chubbuck-ivanachubbuck/ Ep. 647 – “Making It Happen In Showbiz & In Life” with Sabine Kvenberg, DTM (@SabineKvenberg): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-647-making-it-happen-in-showbiz-in-life-with-sabine-kvenberg-dtm-sabinekvenberg/ Ep. 609 - "The Film Director’s Bag Of Tricks" With Mark W. Travis (@MarkWTravis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/the-film-directors-bag-of-tricks-with-mark-w-travis-markwtravis/ Ep. 397 – “Make Your Own Break” with Jennifer Lieberman (@iamjenlieberman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-397-make-your-own-break/ Ep. 777 – Attract & Manifest Good Luck with Victoria Marie Gallagher (@LOAHypnotist): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-777-attract-manifest-good-luck-with-victoria-marie-gallagher-loahypnotist/ Ep. 584 – “The Imposter Lies Within” with Sheryl Anjanette (@sherylanjanette): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-584-the-imposter-lies-within-with-sheryl-anjanette-sherylanjanette/ Ep. 877 – Full of Heart with J.R. Martinez (@iamjrmartinez): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-877-full-of-heart-with-jr-martinez-iamjrmartinez/ Ep. 810 – You Are Worthy with Katherine Norland (@katnorland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-810-you-are-worthy-with-katherine-norland-katnorland/ Ep. 433 – Ticking Clock: Behind the Scenes at 60 Minutes with Ira Rosen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-433-ticking-clock-behind-the-scenes-at-60-minutes-with-ira-rosen/ Ep. 944 – From Comedy Central to Crafting Thrillers in "What She's Hiding" with Art Bell (@ArtBellwriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-944-from-comedy-central-to-crafting-thrillers-in-what-shes-hiding-with-art-bell-artbellwr/ Ep. 965 – From Hollywood Writing Rooms to Writing Her Own Rules with Amy Suto (@Sutoscience): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-965-from-hollywood-writing-rooms-to-writing-her-own-rules-with-amy-suto-sutoscience/ 261 – “How Thoughts Become Things” with Douglas Vermeeren (@DougVermeeren): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/261-how-thoughts-become-things-with-douglas-vermeeren-dougvermeeren/ #Holiday Bonus Ep. – Emerge Triumphant with Eliana Gilad (@VoicesofEden): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-emerge-triumphant-with-eliana-gilad-voicesofeden/

“You never know how your career is going to zig and zag and develop. And I think the tale here is that you just be open to anything because you just don't know.” – Jean Burgess, PhD Today’s featured award-winning author is a playwright, editor, and workshop presenter, Jean Burgess, PhD. Jean and I had a fun on a bun chat about her upcoming book for 2026, protecting your work in the age of AI, lessons learned from getting her first novel published, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: What Jean learned after publishing and promoting her 1 novel The importance of author advocacy and staying current with industry changes What helps Jean have a high email list open rate Why you need to pace yourself as a published author Jean’s Site: https://www.jeanburgessauthor.com/ Jean’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BSVL65B4/allbooks The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 847 – That Summer She Found Her Voice with Jean Burgess, PhD: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-847-that-summer-she-found-her-voice-with-jean-burgess-phd/ Ep. 944 – From Comedy Central to Crafting Thrillers in "What She's Hiding" with Art Bell (@ArtBellwriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-944-from-comedy-central-to-crafting-thrillers-in-what-shes-hiding-with-art-bell-artbellwr/ Ep. 332 – “Her Perfect Life” with Hank Phillippi Ryan (@HankPRyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-332-her-perfect-life-with-hank-phillippi-ryan-hankpryan/ Ep. 679 – “Rock Gods & Messy Monsters” with Diane Hatz (@dianehatz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-679-rock-gods-messy-monsters-with-diane-hatz-dianehatz/ Ep. 801 – Not Less Than Everything with August Turak (@augustturak): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-801-not-less-than-everything-with-august-turak-augustturak/ Ep. 744 – “How to Write a Novel in 20 Pies” with Amy Wallen (@amylizwrites): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-744-how-to-write-a-novel-in-20-pies-with-amy-wallen-amylizwrites/ 216 – “The Write Way” with Amy Collins (@askamycollins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/216-the-write-way-with-amy-collins-askamycollins/ #LocalAuthor Bonus Ep. – “The Wise Man” with Michele Chynoweth (@AuthorMichele): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/localauthor-bonus-ep-the-wise-man-with-michele-chynoweth-authormichele/ Ep. 609 - "The Film Director’s Bag Of Tricks" With Mark W. Travis (@MarkWTravis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/the-film-directors-bag-of-tricks-with-mark-w-travis-markwtravis/

“If I wanted to pick up and move, I pick up and move, and then I would just fall into whatever job I could find. And even though it was scary, I still did it because I was like, this could be a story, there could be a story in this.” – Nkrumah Mensah Today’s featured author is a mom, anime enthusiast, ballroom dancer, and lover of Star Trek and Shakespeare. So, let’s give it up for Nkrumah Mensah. Nkrumah and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Anne of Survivor”, her journey from shy college student to published writer, what helps her stay creative and more from the kitchen sink, a bag o' popcorn, and anime with a hint of sledgehammer! Key Things You’ll Learn: How Nkrumah found her voice How her daughter helped her get back into writing and officially publish her books Her writing process and how she keeps character continuity with a 7-book series How anime can be a major source of motivation Some amusing historical facts and why she loves making history relatable Nkrumah’s Site: https://www.between-the-line.com/ Nkrumah’s Books: https://a.co/d/3KUimvJ The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sun Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… Ep. 330 – “A Long Way from Ordinary” with Ann Charles (@AnnWCharles): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-330-a-long-way-from-ordinary-with-ann-charles-annwcharles/ Ep. 378 – “Writing Adventures with The Dialogue Doctor” with Jeff Elkins (@Jffelkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-378-writing-adventures-with-the-dialogue-doctor-with-jeff-elkins-jffelkins/ 51 - "How to Turn Your Pain Into a Paycheck" with Crystal Santoria @PhirstPoet: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/51-how-to-turn-your-pain-into-a-paycheck-with-crystal-santoria-phirstpoet/ 176 - "Life Has a Way" with Dwayne Jenkins (@LeDwayneJenkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/176-life-has-a-way-with-dwayne-jenkins-ledwaynejenkins/ 13 - "Water in a Broken Glass" with Odessa Rose: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/13-water-in-a-broken-glass-with-odessa-rose/ 120.5 (Local Author Bonus Special) [LABS] - "The Children of Time" with Victory Parsons (@ReadLiftRepeat): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/1205-local-author-bonus-special-labs-the-children-of-time-with-victory-parsons-readliftrepeat/ Ep. 335 – “Last of the Gifted” with Marie Powell (@mepowell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-335-last-of-the-gifted-with-marie-powell-mepowell/ Ep. 318 – “Beautiful, Frightening and Silent” with Jennifer Anne Gordon (@JenniferAnneGo5): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-318-beautiful-frightening-and-silent-with-jennifer-anne-gordon-jenniferannego5/ Ep. 626 – “Finding Grace within Grief” with Portia Booker: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-626-finding-grace-within-grief-with-portia-booker/ Ep. 836 – The 6% Club with Dr. Michelle Rozen (@DrMichelleRozen): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-836-the-6-club-with-dr-michelle-rozen-drmichellerozen/ Ep. 314.5 (Holiday Bonus) – “Turning Point” with Kristy Smith (@kristynotkirsty): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3145-holiday-bonus-turning-point-with-kristy-smith-kristynotkirsty/ Ep. 337 – “The Accessory to Magic” with Kathrin Hutson (@ExquisitelyDark): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-337-the-accessory-to-magic-with-kathrin-hutson-exquisitelydark/ 247 – “Cozy Mysteries & Inclusive Children’s Books” with Kelly Brakenhoff (@inBrakenVille): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/247-cozy-mysteries-inclusive-childrens-books-with-kelly-brakenhoff-inbrakenville/