Ep. 965 – From Hollywood Writer Rooms to Writing Her Own Rules with Amy Suto (@Sutoscience)

“The things we perceive as voids in our childhood become our values in adulthood.” – Anna Shilina Today’s featured author is a speaker, entrepreneur, coach, and human behavior specialist, Anna Shilina. Anna and I had a fun on a bun chat about her latest book, “Habit Freedom: Ditch Limiting Habits - Enhance Performance - Enrich Relationships”, the importance of nurturing a positive self-relationship, how her exposure to personal development seminars led her to coaching, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Anna’s upbringing shaped her career in human behaviorThe realities of entrepreneurship versus being an employeeWhat inspired Anna to become an authorHer transition from writing about depression to habits and relationshipsWhy our relationships with ourselves are important and how habits nurture themThe five essential relationships for habit changeAnna’s Site: https://relatingacademy.com/  Anna’s Books: HabitFreedom.com | https://a.co/d/fuFXnBnThe 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-sunPlease 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. 824 – From the Dojo to the Ballroom with Charlotte Friborg (@CFriborgInt): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-824-from-the-dojo-to-the-ballroom-with-charlotte-friborg-cfriborgint/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. 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. 769 – No More Faking It with Magda Kay: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-769-no-more-faking-it-with-magda-kay/279.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – “The Game Of Self Domination” with Natsune Oki (@lifeupeducation): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2795-host-2-host-special-the-game-of-self-domination-with-natsune-oki-lifeupeducation/Ep. 650 – “How to Become #Unstoppable” with Victoria Pelletier (@PelletierV29): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-650-how-to-become-unstoppable-with-victoria-pelletier-pelletierv29/Ep. 695 – “Becoming Flawesome” with Kristina Mand-Lakhiani (@KristinaMandLak): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-695-becoming-flawesome-with-kristina-mand-lakhiani-kristinamandlak/260 – “Metamorphosis” with L. Farrah Furtado (@LisaAnneFurtado): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/260-metamorphosis-with-l-farrah-furtado-lisaannefurtado/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. 341.5 – “Playful Cheeks” with Dr. Alison J. Kay (@ajkbliss): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3415-playful-cheeks-with-dr-alison-j-kay-ajkbliss/

"When I got my initial edits for my first book, my ego was so hurt. I thought it was great, but the editor tore it up. She was right, but I put it away for about four months because I couldn’t look at it…that setback taught me not to take edits personally and to keep moving forward." – Amani Roberts Today’s featured USA Today’s best-selling bookcaster is a DJ, historian, award-winning music professor, internationally renowned professional speaker, and Champion of R&B, Amani Roberts. Amani and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “The Quiet Storm: A Historical and Cultural Analysis of the Power, Passion, and Pain of R&B Groups”, his journey from hospitality to music, advice for aspiring creatives, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Amani’s DJ experience inspired his first book and influenced his writing processSome surprising R&B facts that Amani found during the research process for his book, “The Quiet Storm”What big setback led Amani to create more successWhat the process was like for getting his music business course approved by the university facultyHis top three lessons learned from starting, running, and growing his podcastAmani’s Site: https://www.amaniexperience.com/Amani’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B084T6KT4Q/allbooksAmani’s Podcast w/ Mandi Graziano, “Adventures In Business”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventures-in-business/id1758768957The 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-sunPlease 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. 857 – Side Hustle & Flow with Cliff Beach, DTM (@cliffbeachmusic): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-857-side-hustle-flow-with-cliff-beach-dtm-cliffbeachmusic/Ep. 365 – My Poetry Is the Beauty You Overlook with Kim B. Miller (@pwcpoetlaur2020): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-365-my-poetry-is-the-beauty-you-overlook-with-kim-b-miller-pwcpoetlaur2020/173 - The God Groove with David Ritz (@davidritz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/173-the-god-groove-with-david-ritz-davidritz/Ep. 900 – Biggest Dream Come True with Dr. Michael D. Finkley: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-900-biggest-dream-come-true-with-dr-michael-d-finkley/#Holiday Bonus Ep. – Read Until You Understand with Dr. Farah Griffin (@FJasmineG): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-read-until-you-understand-with-dr-farah-griffin-fjasmineg/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/282 – What's So Hard About Being You with Sir Charles Cary (@SirCharlesCary): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/282-whats-so-hard-about-being-you-with-sir-charles-cary-sircharlescary/Ep. 618 – A Book About You with David Green: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-618-a-book-about-you-with-david-green/290.5 (Charm City Bonus Ep.) – ICGODNU with Myke Gregoree AKA MG The Poet (@MGthepoet): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2905-charm-city-bonus-episode-icgodnu-with-myke-gregoree-aka-mg-the-poet-mgthepoet/Ep. 360.5 – My Next Season Is Due Season with Dr. Eric Holmes (@DrEricholmes1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3605-my-next-season-is-due-season-with-dr-eric-holmes-drericholmes1/Ep. 438 – Acoustic Leadership with Rick Lozano, CSP (@rick_lozano): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-438-acoustic-leadership-with-rick-lozano-csp-rick_lozano/

“I decided to produce my own life for a change. I thought, if I can take an idea for a TV show and grow it into something you watch on your screen, then I can take an idea for a business and build that." – Shannon Russell Today’s featured bookcaster is a mom, wife, former TV producer, exit strategy expert, certified Career Transition & Business Coach and the CEO of Second Act Success Coaching, Shannon Russell. Shannon and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life”, the challenges of career transitions, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:Her journey from television to launching a STEM franchise and founding Second Act Success CoachingHow Shannon transferred her TV skills to entrepreneurship, launching and selling a franchiseThe importance of shifting prioritiesWhat inspired her to become an authorHer top three lessons for starting, running, and growing a podcast Shannon’s Site: https://startyoursecondact.comShannon’s Book: https://a.co/d/5iS6BpUShannon’s Podcast, “Second Act Success”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success-podcast-career-transitions-entrepreneurship/id1617274364 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-sunPlease 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/bA9awot You May Also Like…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. 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. 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. 776 – I Decide with Erin Lopez & Lisa Cox: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-776-i-decide-with-erin-lopez-lisa-cox/ 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. 935 – From Box Confinement to Business Empowerment with Betsy Pepine (@bpepine): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-935-from-box-confinement-to-business-empowerment-with-betsy-pepine-bpepine/ 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. 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/ Ep. 810 – You Are Worthy with Katherine Norland (@katnorland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-810-you-are-worthy-with-katherine-norland-katnorland/ 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/ 168 - Spiral with Amy Simpkins (@amylsimpkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/168-spiral-with-amy-simpkins-amylsimpkins/ 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/

“Don't be afraid to ask for help, because we all do better when we all do better.” – Jenna Udenberg Today’s featured author is a former music educator, accessibility educator, disability activist, and the founder of the non-profit, Above & Beyond With U, Jenna Udenberg. Jenna and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Within My Spokes: A Tapestry of Pain, Growth & Freedom”, navigating the world as a manual wheelchair user since age eight, her shift from music education to disability advocacy, challenging assumptions, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Jenna to become an authorHow her teaching skills and lived experience inform her work in accessibility and nonprofit leadershipTerms to avoid and the advocacy for respectful terminologyWhy finding joy in creative activities and building supportive communities is a mustJenna’s Site: https://www.aboveandbeyondwithu.org/Jenna’s Book: https://a.co/d/5O957BAThe 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-sunPlease 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. 844 – Different But Special with Owen Rex Daughtry (@daughtry_owen): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-844-different-but-special-with-owen-rex-daughtry-daughtry_owen/Ep. 494 – “Living With Cerebral Palsy & Inspiring Others to Achieve the Extraordinary” with Christopher Powell (@overcomelimits): https://shorturl.at/k5evfEp. 344.5 – “Poohlicious” with Mary Elizabeth Jackson (@Mary_E_Jackson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3445-poohlicious-with-mary-elizabeth-jackson-mary_e_jackson/Ep. 385 – “From Wheels to Heals” with Barby Ingle (@BarbyIngle): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-385-from-wheels/Ep. 471 – “How to Turn Suffering Into Something Good” with Darci Steiner (@DarciJSteiner): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-471-how-to-turn-suffering-into-something-good-with-darci-steiner-darcijsteiner/

“We have to be really thoughtful about how we approach people. We don't know their story. We don't know what they're coming in with or what they need to gain. But what we do know is that people learn from people when we make them feel safe, when we have logic behind what we're doing, when we make it fun, and when we're memorable with what we're trying to say.” – Dr. Christie McMullen Today’s featured fellow bestselling bookcaster is a wife, mompreneur, keynote speaker, culture designer for organizations, and Employee Satisfaction Specialist, Dr. Christie McMullen. Dr. Christie and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, the power of recognition, how to foster meaningful growth and satisfaction in both personal and professional life, and tons more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:Why everyone is an educatorHow to make learning more fun and engaging for all agesDr. Christie’s favorite leadership lessons learned from her dadWhy it’s okay to “own your extra”What it means to have productive joyHer top three lessons from starting, running, and growing her podcastDr. Christie’s Site: https://www.aimwithus.com/Dr. Christie’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08FF317FP/allbooksDr. Christie’s Podcast, “Productive Joy”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productive-joy/id1728681570The 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-sunPlease 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. 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/Ep. 612 – More Joy with Cindi Cohn: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-612-more-joy-with-cindi-cohn/128 - The Adventures of Teacherman with Brian D. Neal (@BrockSteel1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/128-the-adventures-of-teacherman-with-brian-d-neal-brocksteel1/Ep. 842 – ACE Your Life with Michelle Maidenberg, Ph.D., MPH, LCSW-R, CGP (@DrMaidenberg): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-842-ace-your-life-with-michelle-maidenberg-phd-mph-lcsw-r-cgp-drmaidenberg/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. 821 – How to Spark Your Curiosity & Live Bravely with Heather Vickery: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-821-how-to-spark-your-curiosity-live-bravely-with-heather-vickery/Ep. 358.5 – Letters From My Students with Dr. Miguel Hernandez (@Dr41Miguel): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3585-letters-from-my-students-with-dr-miguel-hernandez-dr41miguel/Ep. 682 – Leadership Begins with Motivation with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/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. 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. 616 – The SECRET POWER of the ROCK MOVER with Karen Gray: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-616-the-secret-power-of-the-rock-mover-with-karen-gray/

“Every mountain that appeared in front of me, I decided to climb it and I recommend everybody do that. I'm all about the happiness, the challenging yourself and feeling better and learning more about yourself in those challenges. Because once you do that, you're going to be more confident the next time you do it.” – Kristin Massey Today’s featured author is a wife, former Billboard charting recording artist, voice-over artist, food writer, and the shaman of skill stitching, Kristin Massey. Kristin and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “The JOAT: Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades”, her philosophy of "skill stitching," the importance of happiness in achieving success, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:Kristin’s journey from music to writingHer five-year approach to mastering skills and encouraging non-experts to pursue exciting livesHow the idea for her book arrived and the importance of taking quiet time for inspirationWhy it’s okay to embrace new challenges and absorb the value from themWhat setback led Kristin to create more successKristin’s Site: https://thejoatbook.com/Kristin’s Book: https://a.co/d/eQpEdNgThe 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-sunPlease 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. 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. 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. 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. 510 - Lights, Camera, Action With Amy Scruggs (@amyscruggssd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-510-lights-camera-action-with-amy-scruggs-amyscruggssd/Ep. 499 – Take Center Stage with Janelle Anderson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-499-take-center-stage-with-janelle-anderson/229 – Unbroken with Tajci Cameron (@TajciCameron): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/229-unbroken-with-tajci-cameron-tajcicameron/Ep. 618 – A Book About You with David Green: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-618-a-book-about-you-with-david-green/Ep. 579 – The Power to Speak Naked with Tyler Foley (@DropTheMicSTF): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-579-the-power-to-speak-naked-with-tyler-foley-dropthemicstf/Ep. 679 – Rock Gods & Messy Monsters with Diane Hatz (@dianehatz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-679-rock-gods-messy-monsters-with-diane-hatz-dianehatz/173 - The God Groove with David Ritz (@davidritz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/173-the-god-groove-with-david-ritz-davidritz/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. 528 – From the Water's Edge with Shundrey Patterson (@ShunPwrites): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-528-from-the-waters-edge-with-shundrey-patterson-shunpwrites/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. 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/

“I highly recommend just choosing and curating the stories that you want to in the world that you think need to be told, but that nobody else knows apart from you because you've just uncovered the stories.” – Tash Doherty Today’s featured best-selling bookcaster is a British-Irish-American writer, advocate, a Turner Social Impact Scholar, and an SEO content analytics consultant, Tash Doherty. Tash and I talked about her book, “These Perfectly Careless Things: A Spicy, Coming-of-Age Debut Novel”, her experiences with PTSD, the healing power of writing, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Tash to move from London to the US and settle in MexicoHow she survived her near-death experience (NDE) in OaxacaThe pressure of post-traumatic growth, and how the NDE experience reoriented her prioritiesWhat helped her finally publish her book after Her top three lessons from starting, running, and growing her podcastTash’s Site: https://www.tashdoherty.com/Tash’s Book: https://a.co/d/aQlQapPTash’s Substack: https://misseducated.substack.com/Tash’s Podcast, “Misseducated”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misseducated/id1418075183The 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-sunPlease 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. 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/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/#Bonus Ep. – “Perfectly Flawed” with Janae Sergio (@janae_sergio): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-perfectly-flawed-with-janae-sergio-janae_sergio/Ep. 726 – “Unleash Your Uniqueness” with Catherine Llewellyn (@CatherineLlew10): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-726-unleash-your-uniqueness-with-catherine-llewellyn-catherinellew10/291 – “Unleash the Goddess Within” with Diane Vich (@dianevich): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/291-unleash-the-goddess-within-with-diane-vich-dianevich-c2h/107 - "A Life By Design" with Kirsty Salisbury (@kirstysalis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/107-a-life-by-design-with-kirsty-salisbury-kirstysalis/

“Whether you want to publish a book or get paid to be a writer as your job, there are so many different ways to earn money as a writer. I hope people don't immediately think, 'Oh, being a writer means you're going to be broke.' I thought that growing up, and I was scared of becoming a writer until I proved myself wrong.” – Amy SutoToday’s featured bestselling author is a digital nomad, entrepreneur, produced Hollywood TV writer, freelance memoir ghostwriter, and book editor, Amy Suto. Amy and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, how she became a six-figure freelance writer, prioritizing passion while avoiding overwhelm, and tons more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How the pandemic led Amy to a nomadic lifestyleThree invaluable lessons from her travelsHow Amy balances ghostwriting, blogging, and fiction writingWhat inspired Amy to write her first fiction novel, "The Nomad Detective"How to overcome some of the blocks to good fictionAmy’s Site: https://www.amysuto.com/Amy’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0834G4441/allbooksAmy’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-desk-of-amy-suto-make-writing-your-job/id1692079930Amy’s Substack: https://fromthedeskofamysuto.substack.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-sunPlease 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. 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. 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/279 – Peak Performance Ghostwriting with Kathrin Hutson (@ExquisitelyDark): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/279-peak-performance-ghostwriting-with-kathrin-hutson-exquisitelydark/ 173 - The God Groove with David Ritz (@davidritz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/173-the-god-groove-with-david-ritz-davidritz/Ep. 854 – How to Be a Digital Nomad with Kayla Ihrig (@KaylaIhrig): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-854-how-to-be-a-digital-nomad-with-kayla-ihrig-kaylaihrig/Ep. 896 – From Mind to Manuscript with Maggie Mills (@takemaggiesword): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-896-from-mind-to-manuscript-with-maggie-mills-takemaggiesword/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. 384 – Steal Your Skills From Corporate with Katrina Roddy (@KRoddy65): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-384-steal-your/Ep. 578 – From Great Resignation to Life Transformation with Heather Markel (@expatconnector): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-578-from-great-resignation-to-life-transformation-with-heather-markel-expatconnector/54 - Living & Traveling Abroad with Nicole T. Brewer (@iluv2globetrot): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/54-living-traveling-abroad-with-nicole-t-brewer-iluv2globetrot/Ep. 946 – How Stories Drive Impact and Inspire Action with Autumn Karen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-946-how-stories-drive-impact-and-inspire-action-with-autumn-karen-autumncarrying/185 - Ultralearning with Scott H. Young (@ScottHYoung): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/185-ultralearning-with-scott-h-young-scotthyoung/Ep. 314.5 – Turning Point with Kristy Smith (@kristynotkirsty): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3145-holiday-bonus-turning-point-with-kristy-smith-kristynotkirsty/

“I know that impostor syndrome is real because I have faced it, and I still face it. But you have a story to tell, and nobody can tell your story quite the way you tell it.” – Derrick M. Jackson Today’s featured author is a father and a retired US Air Force Special Agent of 21 years, Derrick M. Jackson. Derrick and I had a fun on a bun chat about his first novel, “Shadow One”, his journey from jet mechanic to special agent, the influence of music on his creative process, and tons more!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Derrick to join the Air ForceThe personal and ethical challenges of being a special agent, especially regarding relationshipsHow a life of secrets led to a career of storytellingHis advice for fellow aspiring authorsDerrick’s Book: https://a.co/d/dgBiWXsThe 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-sunPlease 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. 877 – Full of Heart with J.R. Martinez (@iamjrmartinez): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-877-full-of-heart-with-jr-martinez-iamjrmartinez/Ep. 707 – Leadership Insights From a Former FBI Master Spy Recruiter with Robin Dreeke (@rdreeke): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-707-leadership-insights-from-a-former-fbi-master-spy-recruiter-with-robin-dreeke-rdreeke/Ep. 573 – From US Veteran to Sci-Fi Novelist with Pat Daily (@patdailyauthor): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-573-from-us-veteran-to-sci-fi-novelist-with-pat-daily-patdailyauthor/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/Ep. 529 – Don’t Gamble on Life Improvement…Until You Shift the Odds! with Kevin E. Eastman (@eastke1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-529-dont-gamble-on-life-improvementuntil-you-shift-the-odds-with-kevin-e-eastman-eastke1/Ep. 465 – Secondary Break with Marvin Williams Sr.: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-465-secondary-break-with-marvin-williams-sr/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. 296.5 – The Art of Human Care with Dr. Hassan Tetteh (@doctortetteh): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-2965-charm-city-bonus-the-art-of-human-care-with-dr-hassan-tetteh-doctortetteh/#Bonus Ep. – Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea with Andre Lewis Carter: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-between-the-devil-and-the-deep-blue-sea-with-andre-lewis-carter/#HolidayBonus Ep. – Little Man’s Big Day with Lonnie Lesane (@LesaneLonnie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holidaybonus-ep-little-mans-big-day-with-lonnie-lesane-lesanelonnie/Ep. 902 – How To Be Passion Struck & Ignite Your Most Intentional Life with John R. Miles (@John_RMiles): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-902-how-to-be-passion-struck-ignite-your-most-intentional-life-with-john-r-miles-john_rmi/Ep. 722 – Meth Murder & Amazon with G.S. Gerry: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-722-meth-murder-amazon-with-gs-gerry/Ep. 628 – Inside the Secret World of Corporate Spying with Robert Kerbeck (@robertkerbeck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-628-inside-the-secret-world-of-corporate-spying-with-robert-kerbeck-robertkerbeck/Ep. 671 – The Last Ark with Guy Morris (@guymorrisbooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-671-the-last-ark-with-guy-morris-guymorrisbooks/

“I've learned to be a lot more gentle with myself. I'm usually my own harshest critic, and with this trilogy, I really allowed myself to be proud of what I accomplished.” – J.F. MonroeToday’s featured author is a mom, wife, speaker, dog lover, gamer, and a passionate advocate for the magic of storytelling, J.F. Monroe. J.F. and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book trilogy, “Legacy of the Four”, her journey from scriptwriting to novel writing during her maternity leave, the challenges of world-building, and tons more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired JF to start writing booksHow her background in theater helps her storytelling and character development as a writerWhy every author needs a support systemWhat’s it like to balance writing with motherhood and a full-time jobWhy perseverance can lead to fantastic outcomes JF’s Site: https://www.jfmonroebookshelf.com/JF’s Books: https://a.co/d/4f2o06h 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-sunPlease 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/bA9awot You May Also Like…Ep. 340 – A Single Light with Tosca Lee (@ToscaLee): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-340-a-single-light-with-tosca-lee-toscalee/ 279 – Peak Performance Ghostwriting with Kathrin Hutson (@ExquisitelyDark): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/279-peak-performance-ghostwriting-with-kathrin-hutson-exquisitelydark/ Ep. 958 – The Collaborative Art of Angel Writing with Danielle Hutchinson (@AuthorsMission): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-958-the-collaborative-art-of-angel-writing-with-danielle-hutchinson-authorsmission/ 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. 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. 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. 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/ 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. 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. 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. 323 – Shapers of Worlds with Edward Willett (@ewillett): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-323-shapers-of-worlds-with-edward-willett-ewillett/ Ep. 947 – Edgy Empathy with Tuula Costelloe: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-947-edgy-empathy-with-tuula-costelloe/ 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/ 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/