Ep. 1018 – Brooklyn Born. Battle-Tested. Now, Mister Motivation with Shaun L. Murphy (@ShaunLMurphy)

“You want to fail fast, and you want to fail big, because that's how you get ultimately to your objective to accomplish your mission.” – Shaun L. Murphy Today’s featured bestselling author is a father, husband, speaker, educator, entrepreneur, and US Army veteran, Shaun L. Murphy. Shaun and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Unbreakable Valor: Triumph Through the Soul of Resilience”, his inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a motivational leader and college professor, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Shaun made the transition from military life to civilian lifeWhat he learned from leading census operations during the pandemic and adapting under pressureHis 5 M formula for successHow to have your own Seal Team Six for generating success in your lifeHow small gestures can make a big difference for studentsHow he deals with his fear of successShaun’s Site: https://mister-motivation.com/Shaun’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CS1YXTDD/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…#InspirationNuke – “The Impact of Influence” with Chip Baker, Charles Woods, Chris Holmes, Darius Bradley Sr., & Jeermal Sylvester: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/inspirationnuke-the-impact-of-influence-with-chip-baker-charles-woods-chris-holmes-darius-bradley-sr-jeermal-sylvester/Ep. 877 – Full of Heart with J.R. Martinez (@iamjrmartinez): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-877-full-of-heart-with-jr-martinez-iamjrmartinez/283 – “The Winning Edge” with Shawn Harper (@shawnharper075): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/283-the-winning-edge-with-shawn-harper-shawnharper075/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. 964 – From Espionage to Epic Narratives with Derrick M. Jackson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-964-from-espionage-to-epic-narratives-with-derrick-m-jackson/Ep. 904 – From The Bronx To The Navy And Back As A Cowboy with Dilgilio Rodriguez (@dilgilio): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-904-from-the-bronx-to-the-navy-and-back-as-a-cowboy-with-dilgilio-rodriguez-dilgilio/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/#GNPYear3 Bonus Episode 1 – “Can My Child Play” with Marty McNair (@JMFoundation_): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear3-bonus-episode-1-can-my-child-play-with-marty-mcnair-jmfoundation_/28 - The Wright Thought with Luke Wright (@Lukemotivates): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/28-the-wright-thought-with-luke-wright-lukemotivates/Ep. 468 – “The Power Of Mindset” with Hayk Tadevosyan (@hayktadevosyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-468-the-power-of-mindset-with-hayk-tadevosyan-hayktadevosyan/

“How you show up in the world matters, so it is really a waste of time, effort, and resources to be communicating ineffectively.” – Naomi Carrington-Hockman, DTM Today’s featured bestselling author is a 20-year US Army vet, mom, wife, world-renowned major transformation expert, international speaker, IT Defense Contractor, VFW Commander, and philanthropist, Naomi Carrington-Hockman, DTM. Naomi and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “A Major Transformation: 7 Ways to Lead in Any Environment”, her journey from military leadership to civilian success, the importance of communication, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Toastmasters helped Naomi adapt to civilian life as a leaderHow contributing to anthologies helped her complete her own bookWhat she learned about herself when writing her first solo bookHow she stays productiveOne of the six key speeches every business owner should masterNaomi’s Site: https://naomispeaks.com/Naomi’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DQGCC8Y6/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 420 – “The UPside of Failure” with Tiana Sanchez (@likearealboss): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-420-the-upside-of-failure-with-tiana-sanchez-likearealboss/32 - "Beyond the Job Description" with Christina Alva (@christinanalva): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/32-beyond-the-job-description-with-christina-alva-christinanalva/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/119 - "A Passion for High Performance & Professional Development" with Dr. Elizabeth Carter (@eacaappeal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/119-a-passion-for-high-performance-professional-development-with-dr-elizabeth-carter-eacaappeal/42 - "Courage" with Christie Lindor (@MuseMece): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/42-courage-with-christie-lindor-musemece/Ep. 372 – “The Grit Factor” with Shannon Huffman Polson (@ABorderLife): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-372-the-grit-factor-with-shannon-huffman-polson-aborderlife/31 - "Power Living" with Pam Reaves (@pamela_reaves): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/31-power-living-with-pam-reaves-pamela_reaves/98 - "It Takes 10 Years to Be an Overnight Success" with Pamela Hilliard Owens (@YB2C_System): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/98-it-takes-10-years-to-be-an-overnight-success-with-pamela-hilliard-owens-yb2c_system/257 – “It’s Time To Fly Away” with Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew (@Froswa): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/257-its-time-to-fly-away-with-dr-froswa-booker-drew-froswa/Ep. 384 – “Steal Your Skills From Corporate” with Katrina Roddy (@KRoddy65): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-384-steal-your/Ep. 372 – “The Grit Factor” with Shannon Huffman Polson (@ABorderLife): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-372-the-grit-factor-with-shannon-huffman-polson-aborderlife/#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/212 – “From a Mess to Amazing” with Trina Martin (@TrinaLMartin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/212-from-a-mess-to-amazing-with-trina-martin-trinalmartin/

"I was told to slow down, and I did. And then the second I could run back to the hustle; I went back to it because that was where my identity was." – Dr. Portia Preston Today’s featured author is 2x TEDx speaker, certified executive coach, researcher, an Associate Professor of Public Health, and CEO/Founder of Empowered to Exhale, Dr. Portia Preston. Dr. Portia and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Hustle, Flow, or Let It Go?: A Guide to Shame-Free Wellness That Honors Your Reality and Gives You Life”, her journey from South Central LA to academia, redefining success beyond relentless achievement, and more!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Dr. Portia to pursue a career in public health and end up in academiaWhy knowing and asserting your value helps you gain more career successHow hustle culture can negatively impact your health and identityThe importance of auditing your motivationsWhy it’s important to build and have your own support squadDr. Portia’s Site: https://portiapreston.com/Dr. Portia’s Book: https://a.co/d/3F9UHjUDr. Portia’s TEDx Talks: https://youtu.be/Sw2JIKMuqMo?si=xva9q6uaV_DK3642 | https://www.ted.com/talks/portia_jackson_preston_the_missing_ingredient_in_self_careThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 792 – Growing Up in Haiti, Promoting Health Equity, and Navigating Entrepreneurship with Venchele Saint Dic (@VencheleD): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-792-growing-up-in-haiti-promoting-health-equity-and-navigating-entrepreneurship-with-venchel/Ep. 986 – Your Balanced and Bold Life with Stacey Olson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-986-your-balanced-and-bold-life-with-stacey-olson/Ep. 868 – How Women Can Thrive After Corporate Setbacks with Dr. Elizabeth Carter (@eacaappeal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-868-how-women-can-thrive-after-corporate-setbacks-with-dr-elizabeth-carter-eacaappeal/Ep. 420 – “The UPside of Failure” with Tiana Sanchez (@likearealboss): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-420-the-upside-of-failure-with-tiana-sanchez-likearealboss/212 – “From a Mess to Amazing” with Trina Martin (@TrinaLMartin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/212-from-a-mess-to-amazing-with-trina-martin-trinalmartin/257 – “It’s Time To Fly Away” with Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew (@Froswa): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/257-its-time-to-fly-away-with-dr-froswa-booker-drew-froswa/Ep. 384 – “Steal Your Skills From Corporate” with Katrina Roddy (@KRoddy65): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-384-steal-your/Ep. 305 – “The P.U.R.S.U.E Principle” with Dawn Offei: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-305-the-pursue-principle-with-dawn-offei/261.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – “The Outsourcing Playbook” with Kris Ward (@krisward): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2615-host-2-host-special-the-outsourcing-playbook-with-kris-ward-krisward/#Holiday Bonus Ep. – “Be Excellent Now” with Ben Scott, Jr. (@benscottllc): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-be-excellent-now-with-ben-scott-jr-benscottllc/168 - "Spiral" with Amy Simpkins (@amylsimpkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/168-spiral-with-amy-simpkins-amylsimpkins/

“If you're not where you want to be, create a space to get to where you want to go.” – Dr. Shanea ClancyToday’s featured international bestselling author is a wife, mom, keynote speaker, addiction/mental health expert, consultant, and forensic nurse turned mindset strategist, Dr. Shanea Clancy. Dr. Shanea and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Transforming Trauma into Triumph: How One Woman’s Harrowing Beginning Led Her to God, Grace, and Growth – and How the Lessons Learned Can Help You Too!”, the importance of creating your own opportunities, some leadership lessons learned from her career in nursing, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Dr. Shanea to be the 1st in her family to become a college student and eventually a nurse What it was like to be a nurse during 2020What inspired her to become an author and publish multiple booksHow faith plays a major role in her business and lifeWhat setback became a major success for Dr. ShaneaDr. Shanea’s Site: https://www.shaneaclancy.com/Dr. Shanea’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DV3ZXVK4/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 389 – “Unshakable, Undaunted, & Undefeated” with Elizabeth Meyers (@thelizmeyers): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-389-unshakable-undaunted-undefeated/Ep. 810 – You Are Worthy with Katherine Norland (@katnorland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-810-you-are-worthy-with-katherine-norland-katnorland/Ep. 948 – Writing for Wellness & Laughing Through the Chaos with Jennifer A. Johnson, RN: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-948-writing-for-wellness-laughing-through-the-chaos-with-jennifer-a-johnson-rn/Ep. 672 – “Becoming Mother Martha” with Martha Hoy (@annmarhoy): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-672-becoming-mother-martha-with-martha-hoy-annmarhoy/Ep. 698 – “From Scrubs to Award-Winning Stories” with Debra Blaine (@debrablainemd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-698-from-scrubs-to-award-winning-stories-with-debra-blaine-debrablainemd/Ep. 530 – “Nurse Turned Award-Winning Author” with Helen Starbuck (@HelenSStarbuck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-530-nurse-turned-award-winning-author-with-helen-starbuck-helensstarbuck/Ep. 878 – Reflections of Joy with Kim Mosiman (@kamosim): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-878-reflections-of-joy-with-kim-mosiman-kamosim/Ep. 517 – “God's Not Done with You” with Mary Guirovich (@maryguirovich): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-517-gods-not-done-with-you-with-mary-guirovich-maryguirovich/Ep. 887 – How to Unlock Your God-Given Destiny & Make Connections That Count with PJ Victor (@jenahsjourney): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-887-how-to-unlock-your-god-given-destiny-make-connections-that-count-with-pj-victor-jenahs/Ep. 372 – “The Grit Factor” with Shannon Huffman Polson (@ABorderLife): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-372-the-grit-factor-with-shannon-huffman-polson-aborderlife/Ep. 889 – Every Day Is A New Day with Jenny Teeters, MBA (@JennyTeeters): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-889-every-day-is-a-new-day-with-jenny-teeters-mba-jennyteeters/250 – “Turn Down the Noise” with Justin Rambo (@JustinRambo3): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/250-turn-down-the-noise-with-justin-rambo-justinrambo3/#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/

“I faced a choice as a young man. I was either going to continue to pitch my fit and end up divorced, or I’m going to give God a chance. And in my arrogance, I told God I’d give Him a chance, and in His grace and kindness, He gave me a chance.” – Jim TracyToday’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a husband, grandfather, keynote speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, jet pilot, and one of the highest demand influencers on workplace culture in North America, Jim Tracy. Jim and I talk about his book, “Building Men: Character Lessons from Influencers”, his shift from employee to entrepreneur, important life lessons learned from some of his mentors, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Jim got named "The Grampion"How he got into the speaking businessWhat inspired him to write his booksWhat dog training competitions taught Jim about perseveranceHow faith plays a major role in his lifeJim’s Site: https://thejimtracy.com/Jim’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Building-Men-Character-Lessons-Influencers/dp/1636985874Jim’s Podcast, “The Grampion”: https://youtu.be/is-5sTuDMX8?si=s85INAQUL0nYccg7The opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 412 – “Why Boomer, Xer, Millennial and Gen Z Labels Need Reimagined” with Dr. Rick Chromey (@MyGenTech2020): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-412-why-boomer-xer-millennial-and-gen-z-labels-need-reimagined-with-dr-rick-chromey-mygentech2020/93 - "Stories of Elders" with Veronica Kirin (@vmkirin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/93-stories-of-elders-with-veronica-kirin-vmkirin/Ep. 508 – “Great Things Happen Every Day” with Phil Barth (@pjbarth): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-508-great-things-happen-every-day-with-phil-barth-pjbarth/#InspirationNuke – “The Impact of Influence” with Chip Baker, Charles Woods, Chris Holmes, Darius Bradley Sr., & Jeermal Sylvester: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/inspirationnuke-the-impact-of-influence-with-chip-baker-charles-woods-chris-holmes-darius-bradley-sr-jeermal-sylvester/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/193 – “The Quest For Purpose” with Dr. Ken Keis (@crgleader): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/193-the-quest-for-purpose-with-dr-ken-keis-crgleader/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/Ep. 316 – “Ubuntu Leadership” with Dr. LaMarr Darnell Shields (@LaMarrDShields): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-316-ubuntu-leadership-with-dr-lamarr-darnell-shields-lamarrdshields/

“We’re all going to ask ourselves, did I do enough? And at the end of the day, for me, it's what we leave behind that matters.” – Kira Hartley Klinger Today’s featured author is a wife, grandmom, internet reseller, frequent auction offender, entrepreneur, and the fabric shaman, Kira Hartley Klinger. Kira and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, how she turned her side hustle into a thriving business, some WILD auction stories, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Kira began reselling auctioned items in 2003 and eventually found her niche in fabricsWhy storytelling matters in businessWhat helped her to finally take the indie author route after early writing attempts, magazine publicationsWhat inspired her to also pen books for kids, and the unique challenges of publishing a children’s bookWhy small actions matter when it comes to impacting others in a positive wayKira’s Site: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DodOddityKira’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CLYMB1B9/allbooksKira’s Kids Books: https://a.co/d/gZ2T1EVThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…98 - "It Takes 10 Years to Be an Overnight Success" with Pamela Hilliard Owens (@YB2C_System): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/98-it-takes-10-years-to-be-an-overnight-success-with-pamela-hilliard-owens-yb2c_system/Ep. 309 – Home Worthy with Sandra Rinomato (@SandraRinomato): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-309-home-worthy-with-sandra-rinomato-sandrarinomato/Ep. 984 – Art for Your Sanity with Susan Hensley: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-984-art-for-your-sanity-with-susan-hensley/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. 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. 936 – What the Bible Says About Clutter with Angie Hyche: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-936-what-the-bible-says-about-clutter-with-angie-hyche/Ep. 912 – How Decluttering Can Transform Your Life and Mindset with Julie Coraccio (@EcoOrganizing): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-912-how-decluttering-can-transform-your-life-and-mindset-with-julie-coraccio-ecoorganizing/206 – “Making Space, Clutter Free” with Tracy McCubbin (@tracy_mccubbin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/206-making-space-clutter-free-with-tracy-mccubbin-tracy_mccubbin/

“Happy people focus on what they have, and unhappy people focus on what's missing.” – Andrew Byrnes Matthews Today’s featured bestselling, award-winning author is a husband, international speaker, and accomplished artist, Andrew Matthews. Andrew and I had a fun on a bun chat about his books, how he made his books accessible through illustrations, the value of taking life one day at a time, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Andrew ended up getting his first book published in SingaporeHow his wife Julie became his publisher and their strategy for reaching international marketsWhat Andrew does to stand out at book signingsThe major key that helped Andrew gain international publishing successThe three core habits that resilient people practiceAndrew’s Site: https://andrewmatthews.com/Andrew’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00458GYVM/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…110 - "Self-Intelligence" with Jane Ransom (@TheJaneRansom): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/110-self-intelligence-with-jane-ransom-thejaneransom/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. 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. 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. 734 – “From Military Veteran to Hope Dealer” with Kim Lengling (@KimLengling): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-734-from-military-veteran-to-hope-dealer-with-kim-lengling-kimlengling/161 - "CodeBreaker" with Sandra Biskind (@TheBiskinds): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/161-codebreaker-with-sandra-biskind-thebiskinds/Ep. 319 – The Hunter with Jim Christina: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-319-the-hunter-with-jim-christina/248.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – “A Self-Kick of Positivity” with Shelley Knight (@ShelleyFKnight): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2485-host-2-host-special-a-self-kick-of-positivity-with-shelley-knight-shelleyfknight/285 – “Find Your Friggin’ Joy” with Belinda Farrell (@Hunababy): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/285-find-your-friggin-joy-with-belinda-farrell-hunababy/284 – “Choose You” with Meagan Fettes (@MeaganFettes): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/284-choose-you-with-meagan-fettes-meaganfettes/Ep. 721 – Rediscovering Permission to Play as an Adult with Mike Montague (@PlayfulHumans): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-721-rediscovering-permission-to-play-as-an-adult-with-mike-montague-playfulhumans/

"Fear is the basis of negativity." – Amy KofordToday’s featured bestselling author is a mom, motivational speaker, and top-rated clinical hypnotist, Amy Koford. Amy and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Hardwired to Rise: Live Fearlessly, Prosperously and Optimally!”, her journey from battling depression and anxiety to becoming a clinical hypnotist, the importance of self-love, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How some people become attached to their fears as a form of comfortThe distinction between necessary fear and unnecessary fearSome of the misconceptions about hypnotism and how it can be a positive tool for changeHow people are often "hypnotized" in daily lifeAmy’s Site: https://www.amykoford.com/Amy’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hardwired-Rise-Fearlessly-Prosperously-Optimally/dp/1966395221/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0FREE Gift: https://www.amykoford.com/my-checklistThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…110 - Self-Intelligence with Jane Ransom (@TheJaneRansom): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/110-self-intelligence-with-jane-ransom-thejaneransom/951 – How to Live Fearlessly in Business and Life with Rhonda Britten (@RhondaBritten): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-951-how-to-live-fearlessly-in-business-and-life-with-rhonda-britten-rhondabritten/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/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/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/983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell (@saracconnell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/309 – Home Worthy with Sandra Rinomato (@SandraRinomato): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-309-home-worthy-with-sandra-rinomato-sandrarinomato/341.5 – Playful Cheeks with Dr. Alison J. Kay: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3415-playful-cheeks-with-dr-alison-j-kay-ajkbliss/379.5 – Awaken Your Inner Awesomeness with Melissa Oatman (@MelissaOatman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3795-awaken-your-inner-awesomeness-with-melissa-oatman-melissaoatman/285 – Find Your Friggin’ Joy with Belinda Farrell (@Hunababy): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/285-find-your-friggin-joy-with-belinda-farrell-hunababy/429 – Too Happy to Be Sad Girl with Angel Aviles (@2Happy2BSadGirl): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-429-too-happy-to-be-sad-girl-with-angel-aviles-2happy2bsadgirl/97.5 - MindShift On Demand with Donna Blevins (@BigGirlPoker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/975-thanksgiving-bonus-episode-mindshift-on-demand-with-donna-blevins-biggirlpoker/Ep. 809 – How To Be a Pineapple Person with Annie Meehan, CSP (@annienoexcuses): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-809-how-to-be-a-pineapple-person-with-annie-meehan-csp-annienoexcuses/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/

“If you're going to create, open yourself up to different things that might come in that are outside of your design, because that's where the gifts come. And if you're not open to that, it's a lot tougher to create.” – Gregory Copploe Today’s featured award-winning, bestselling author duo is a great mix of talent, business acumen, and storytelling. One is a mentor, educator, and certified Pilates & yoga instructor. Their tag partner is a keynote speaker, artist, and entrepreneur. They are Gregory Copploe & Dani Forrest. Greg, Dani, and I had a fun on a bun chat about their 1st book, “I Am Pink”, the importance of patience and openness in creativity when co-authoring a book, upcoming projects, and tons more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How a trip to Hawaii led to a bestselling bookGreg and Dani’s process for finishing their 1st co-authored bookWhat Dani and Greg hope readers gain from their bookWhat Dani and Greg learned about themselves through the co-authoring processDani’s Site: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0C68TR2LZ/allbooksGregory’s Site: https://www.gregorycopploe.com/Dani & Greg’s Book: https://a.co/d/6HMPgOdThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonYou May Also Like…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/#GNPYear1 Bonus Episode 1 - Giggles & Joy with Ariane De Bonvoisin (@clickariane): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear1-bonus-episode-1-giggles-joy-with-ariane-de-bonvoisin-clickariane/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. 951 – How to Live Fearlessly in Business and Life with Rhonda Britten (@RhondaBritten): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-951-how-to-live-fearlessly-in-business-and-life-with-rhonda-britten-rhondabritten/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. 990 – How To Rise Above Self-Doubt In The Creative Arts with Dr. Albert Bramante: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-990-how-to-rise-above-self-doubt-in-the-creative-arts-with-dr-albert-bramante/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/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/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/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/618 – A Book About You with David Green: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-618-a-book-about-you-with-david-green/953 – How to Find Sweetness in Adversity with Amy Olmedo: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-953-how-to-find-sweetness-in-adversity-with-amy-olmedo/805 – The Full Spirit Workout with Kate Eckman (@KateEckman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-805-the-full-spirit-workout-with-kate-eckman-kateeckman/

“Anything that you're forcing is not going to be as good as what's coming naturally out of your heart and soul.” – Megan Michelle, PhD. Today’s featured author is an award-winning leader and world traveler, Megan Michelle, PhD. Megan and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book series, “The SEAL Saga”, turning adversity into creativity, how she ensures realism in her stories, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Megan’s recovery from open-heart surgery sparked the creation of her romance-action-adventure seriesWhy writers should trust their creative instincts and embrace their unique writing processWhy it’s ok for authors to merge genres to create the story they want to readHow her academic background helps her enrich her storytelling and character depthMegan’s Site: https://www.megan-michelle.com/Megan’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DKFV5S6M/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 966 – From Near-Death Experience to Bestselling Novelist with Tash Doherty (@misseducated__): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-966-from-near-death-experience-to-bestselling-novelist-with-tash-doherty-misseducated/Ep. 798 – Mixing Business with Pleasure to Publish Pleasurable Reads with Liv Arnold (@liv_au): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-798-mixing-business-with-pleasure-to-publish-pleasurable-reads-with-liv-arnold-liv_au/Ep. 714 – “Drink Wine and Be Beautiful” with Kimberly Noel Sullivan (@KimberlyinRome): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-714-drink-wine-and-be-beautiful-with-kimberly-noel-sullivan-kimberlyinrome/Ep. 992 – Why It’s Never Too Late To Thrive & Write A Novel with Margie Zable Fisher (@mzfisher): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-992-why-its-never-too-late-to-thrive-write-a-novel-with-margie-zable-fisher-mzfisher/Ep. 799 – Love, Laughter, and Mafia Inspired Novels with Marianna Buffolino: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-799-love-laughter-and-mafia-inspired-novels-with-marianna-buffolino/Ep. 989 – Get Fabulous Or Die Tryin' with Nkrumah Mensah: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-989-get-fabulous-or-die-tryin-with-nkrumah-mensah/348.5 - “Treasures of the Heart” with Lawna Mackie (@Lawnamackie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/3485-treasures-of-the-heart-with-lawna-mackie-lawnamackie/291 – “Unleash the Goddess Within” with Diane Vich (@dianevich) #C2H: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/291-unleash-the-goddess-within-with-diane-vich-dianevich-c2h/Ep. 382 – “Coming Out as Yourself” with Stephanie Lavigne (@stephlavigne): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-382-coming-out/Ep. 947 – Edgy Empathy with Tuula Costelloe: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-947-edgy-empathy-with-tuula-costelloe/257.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – “Write Words” with Kristine Raymond (@k_raymondauthor): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2575-host-2-host-special-write-words-with-kristine-raymond-k_raymondauthor/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. 858 – Playing Hard with Beth Pellino-Dudzic (@Bethnewauthor): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-858-playing-hard-with-beth-pellino-dudzic-bethnewauthor/Ep. 312 – “Reader to Dark Fantasy Writer” with Liz Butcher (@lunaloveliz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-312-reader-to-dark-fantasy-writer-with-liz-butcher-lunaloveliz/