Going North Podcast

“As an entrepreneur, if you can bring people into your world and make them feel seen and heard. It's going to be really, really helpful.” - Heather VickeryToday’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a mom of four, award-winning entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and transformational success mentor, Heather Vickery. Heather and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “F*CK FEARLESS: Making The Brave Leap”, the value of connection, and more to help you joyfully pursue a life you love to live!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:The biggest lesson Heather learned from her kids that helped her to become a better entrepreneurWhat human design is and how it can contribute to a more fulfilling and purposeful lifeWhat cult leaders know that entrepreneurs should knowHeather’s top 3 lessons learned from podcasting Heather’s Site: https://vickeryandco.com/Heather’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07JZTKYB8/allbooksHeather’s Podcast, “Was It Chance‪?”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/was-it-chance/id15973

"How can it hurt me if I start pouring positive feelings and positive emotion into my life? If I start a practice that acknowledges there's a part of me that's bigger, deeper, wider, and just really wants to blossom." - Summer McStravickToday’s featured international award-winning bestselling bookcaster is a speaker, personal growth coach, and publishing veteran, Summer McStravick. Summer and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Stuff Nobody Taught You: 40 Lessons from M.E.School® to Help You Stop Being Miserable and Start Feeling Amazing”, the significance of emotional well-being in the journey of personal growth, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What is Flowdreaming and how can it help you manifest your desiresHow Summer got to work for Hay HouseThe importance of emotions and how they shape our livesHer top 3 lessons learned from podcasting Summer’s Site: https://flowdreaming.com/Summer’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JS6UEM/allbooksSummer’s Podcast, “Flowdreaming: Still

"There was some addiction issues kind of riddled through my home and there was this deep grief, and I really had to figure out who is this God that I have told so many people about." – Emily Hill Today’s featured author is a mom, wife, minister, licensed social worker, and hospice chaplain, Emily Hill. Emily and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Everyday Epiphany: Discovering God in Every Moment”, embracing authenticity in one's faith journey, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What grief and end of life care taught Emily about livingWhen did Emily’s faith become real for herThe challenges of living authentically as a person of faithHow her daily journaling process led to the creation of her 1st book Emily’s Site: https://www.everydayepiphanybyemilyhill.com/Emily’s Book: https://a.co/d/cBsxdnV The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to hear the full track and support his craft. https://on.soundcloud.com/62w8XP

"We're a society of people that, in general, try to help other people, and that makes us very vulnerable." - Rox BurkeyToday’s featured award-winning authors are professional technology experts with 25+ years of expertise who craft relevant 21st-century TechnoThriller stories incorporating layers of romance, suspense, and intrigue with a splash of humor, Charles Breakfield & Rox Burkey. Breakfield. Burkey, and I had a fun chat about their books, tips for digital safety, the value of reader feedback, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Breakfield and Burkey to write a cozy mystery after writing many techno-thrillersThe art of character development and how co-authoring can be funThe human connection in business and technologyA major cybersecurity risk that most folks don't consider Breakfield & Burkey’s Site: https://www.enigmabookseries.com/Breakfield & Burkey’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08SHP6L91/allbooks The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q

“If you can start, you're ahead of 90% of authors who have an idea and never do a d*mn thing with it. Just start.” - Henna PryorToday’s featured award-winning bestselling author is a mom, wife, executive coach, virtual presenter, team facilitator, dynamic Workplace Performance Expert, and 2x TEDx and global keynote speaker, Henna Pryor. Henna and I had a chat about her book, “Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become the Bravest You”, using awkwardness as data, overcoming roadblocks in writing her book, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What awkwardness really is and how it can be a powerful catalyst for self-discoveryHow awkward moments can be a gateway to personal growthWhat helped Henna navigate the detours on her path to authorshipThe importance of giving your goals the space to flourish Henna’s Site: https://pryoritygroup.com/Henna’s Book: https://a.co/d/4cSjJ6iHenna’s TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/henna_pryor_why_awkwardness_is_your_secret_weapon_

"The most successful businesses are the ones that keep humanity in the mix." – Ben Gioia Today’s featured international bestselling bookcaster is international radio show host, award-winning writer, speaker, coach, and conscious marketing expert, Ben Gioia. Ben and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “The Influencers Formula: The Simple Way To Create a Global, Thought Leadership Masterpiece with a Podcast, Book, or TV Talk Show”, learning from near-death experiences in India, and tons more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Why your book is an Opportunity MagnetThe importance of presence, authenticity, and aligning book content with audience needsThe similarities between podcasting and book writing as platforms for thought leadershipOne major leadership skill that will be required for leaders who want to advanceWhat role does AI play in Ben’s work these days Ben’s Site: https://influencewithaheart.com/Ben’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00MOY9ORA/allbooksMagnetic Influence Summit [April

"Instead of complaining, though it felt good to complain and moan and groan and kind of wallow in our misery of not getting published, we decided to sort of funnel that energy into something positive." – Rachael Mitchell Today’s featured award-winning author is a mom, wife, copywriter, editor, and one of the co-founders of The Unknown Authors Club, Rachael Mitchell. Rachael and I had a fun on a bun chat about her unexpected path to becoming a writer, the importance of perseverance, the club's mission to help unknown authors become recognized, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:Some of the challenges faced by unknown authors in traditional publishingWhy it’s important to have a safe haven for talented writers without a large platformWhy success as a writer isn’t a one-size-fits-all scenarioWhat setback that Rachael had in business actually became a setup for more business Rachael’s Site: https://theunknownauthorsclub.com/Rachael’s Books: https://a.co/d/7yi1rsM The opening track is titled "Kareru

“Silence speaks and when we're willing to sit with ourselves, we have everything we need inside to have the best life imaginable.” – Dee Delaney Today’s featured international bestselling author is a mom, coffee lover, spiritual coach, yogi, and death doula, Dee Delaney. Dee and I had a fun on a bun chat about the process of revising her trilogy "The Truth is Within," the importance of connecting with oneself, the process of self-healing through writing, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:What made Dee revisit and rework her book trilogyWhy family and personal growth are important during challenging times10 Ways to Live in Divine UnionHow spirituality is about connecting to our heart Dee’s Site: https://deedelaney.co.uk/Dee’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07CZTFYL1/allbooks The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to hear the full track and support his craft. https://on.soundcloud.com/62w8XPlease support to

“Sometimes it's not about fixing it, even as a healer. It's just about listening and being that nonjudgmental space.” – Lisa EricksonToday’s featured author is a mom, wife, energy worker, meditation teacher, workshop leader, and trainer, Lisa Erickson. Lisa and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, what led her to become an energy worker, her advice for aspiring spiritual entrepreneurs, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Lisa’s writing process and how she became a published authorWhy self-awareness & self-work is integral for spiritual entrepreneursThe delicate art of nurturing versus fixingWhat lesson from a client upped Lisa’s game as a coach Lisa’s Site: https://enlightenedenergetics.com/Lisa’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B009AXRAWE/allbooks The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to hear the full track and support his craft. https://on.soundcloud.com/62w8XPlease support today's podcast to ke

"Respect needs to become a required standard in all homes." – Sabrina OssoToday’s featured author is a professional dancer, dance instructor, TEDx speaker, real estate agent, consultant, and the Founder and CEO of Osso Safe, Sabrina Osso. Sabrina and I had a chat about her book, “Home Safe Home, For You and Me”, her journey from computer science to professional dancing, unveiling the path to safer homes, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What led to Sabrina’s mission of empowering children to have a voice in their living situationsWhy safety and respect need to be a fundamental requirement in every homeHow following your passion can create an avenue for altruistic initiativesWhat dance taught Sabrina about embracing missteps  Sabrina’s Site: https://www.ossosafe.com/Sabrina’s Book: https://a.co/d/gAKONhiSabrina's TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/zyAhN_xwCxs?si=Cboyf4ZLZ7oLUl9A The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to

"The process of writing was very therapeutic for me. I'm a busy person, always doing, doing, doing, and when I was writing, I was in this place of meditation." - Dr. Audrey BirnbaumToday’s featured award-winning author is a mom, wife, singer, and former award-winning pediatric gastroenterologist, Dr. Audrey Birnbaum. Dr. Audrey and I had a chat about her book, “American Wolf: From Nazi Refugee to American Spy”, her transition from medicine to writing, the importance of storytelling across generations, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:What led to Dr. Audrey becoming a doctorWhy journaling is importantWhat Dr. Audrey learned about herself through the book-writing processThe challenges of capturing the emotional depth of Dr. Audrey’s father's story and her approach to writing with compassion  Dr. Audrey’s Site: https://www.audreybirnbaumauthor.com/Dr. Audrey’s Book: https://a.co/d/1IESGD0 The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the fol

“Don't carry into tomorrow the things that have hurt you and weighed you down for today. Learn, take from it what you need, but let the rest go. You're too precious and too valuable to have your back broken by burdens you are not meant to bear." – Katherine Norland Today’s featured international bestselling author is a mom, wife, award-winning actress, poet, filmmaker, and encouragement coach, Katherine Norland. Kat and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her surprising transition from Bible college to pursuing an acting career in Hollywood, the therapeutic power of poetry, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:How to navigate criticism and self-doubt while writing a bookHow faith plays a major role in Katherine’s lifeHow to embrace authenticity and vulnerability in personal and creative endeavorsThe biggest Katherine lesson learned from one of her coaching clients that made her a better coach Kat’s Site: freegiftfromcoachkat.comKat’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01NBNZEDO/allbook

"Detours are not dead ends." – Annie MeehanToday’s featured international bestselling Christian author is a mom, wife, motivational keynote speaker, results consultant, certified coach, and mental wellness expert, Annie Meehan. Annie and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, the power of kindness, how Oprah's encouragement profoundly influenced her at 18, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How faith plays a major role in Annie’s life and businessWhat major setback in business set Annie up for successHow to reframe rejection and disruptionsWhat does Annie’s evening self-care routine look like Annie’s Site: https://www.anniemeehan.com/Annie’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B018UWZAOU/allbooksAnnie’s TEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/annie_meehan_the_lessons_i_learn_from_a_pineapple?hasProgress=true The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to hear the full track and support his craft. https://on.soundc

"Sometimes it's not what you say, it's just being there." - June Kraholik CollinsToday’s featured author is a mom, wife, coach, and Master NLP Practitioner, June Kraholik Collins. June and I had a chat about her book, “Momma, You Don't Heal: For All the mothers struggling to rebuild their life and find purpose after child loss”, the significance of supportive communities, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:June’s book writing process and how she dealt with the emotional roller coaster of publishing itHow child loss affects relationships and the different reactions you get from peopleWhat to expect from June’s next book June’s Site: https://theserenitydreamer.com/June’s Book: https://a.co/d/6knYFMh The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to hear the full track and support his craft. https://on.soundcloud.com/62w8XPlease support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBright

“Everything happens for us. We can either choose to become a victim of it, or we can choose to rise up." - Dawn BatesToday’s featured international bestselling bookcaster is a mom, advocate, author coach, developmental editor, digital nomad, and Biographer for the Brave, Dawn Bates. Dawn and I had a chat about her book, “Tough To Talk: Reducing Male Suicide and Destroying the Stigma One Story at a Time”, faith, her writing process, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Her non-linear path to becoming the Author ActivistWhat major lesson Dawn learned from one of her clients that leveled up her coaching gameDawn’s experience studying the Islamic faith and her perspective on religion and spiritualityWhat inspires Dawn to support men's mental health Dawn’s Site: https://dawnbates.com/Dawn’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01N6YEC2K/allbooks The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to hear the full track and support

"Contemplative thought is the key to solving really hard problems, and you cannot rush that." – John RossmanToday’s international bestselling author is keynote speaker, leadership development coach, business transformation advisor, a former Amazon leader, and Managing Partner at Rossman Partners, John Rossman. John and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Big Bet Leadership: Your Transformation Playbook for Winning in the Hyper-Digital Era”, why everyone needs unproductive productive time, his experience at Amazon, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:The concept of writing a future press releaseThe 3 critical habits for big bet successWhy organizations have trouble maintaining velocityWhy books play an essential role in improving your thinking and accelerating your development John’s Site: https://johnrossman.com/John’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B015X2OGGS/allbooks The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the fo

“Remember how powerful you are and that you really can do anything you decide is important enough and achieve whatever you deem worthy.” – Kate EckmanToday’s featured multi-award-winning author is a broadcast journalist, keynote speaker, meditation teacher, international TV personality, and a Columbia University–certified executive coach, Kate Eckman. Kate and I had a chat about her book, “The Full Spirit Workout: A Ten-Step System to Shed Your Self-Doubt, Strengthen Your Spiritual Core, and Create a Fun and Fulfilling Life”, the significance of creating more meaningful connections, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:3 tips for having deeper connections with othersWhat gift Kate received from having a meditation practiceHer experience as a competitive swimmer and how it shaped her discipline for writingWhat Kate’s nighttime routine is like to have to good day the following dayWhat major setback led to Kate creating more success Kate’s Site: https://www.kateeckman.tv/Kate’s Book: https://a.co/d/5Gey

"When you start to write, you're almost opening up this magic chest, gaining access to different parts of your brain that may not be available to you when you're speaking." - Lâle DavidsonToday’s featured award-winning author is a mom, wife, distinguished professor, and spellbinding storyteller, Lâle Davidson. Lâle and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, lessons learned from her students, and tons more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How journaling can unleash your inner magic as a writerLâle’s writing process and why it’s important to discover your ownThe significance of trees in Norse mythology and what role they play in some of Lâle’s workWhy English teachers don’t need to be afraid of artificial intelligence Lâle’s Site: https://laledavidson.com/Lâle’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09KM58MFQ/allbooks The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). Use the following link to hear the full track and support his craft. https://on.sou

“Fat is God's most amazing fuel source.” – Dr. Cody Golman, D.C.Today’s featured author is a former Army tank commander, healer, entrepreneur, quantum life coach, and esteemed national lecturer, Dr. Cody Golman. Dr. Cody and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Four Secrets to Healthy Weight Loss: A Doctor-Developed and Patient-Proven Formula to Burn Fat and Maintain a Naturally Healthy Body”, the cosmic nature of life, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Why 80% of weight loss programs failSome of the myths about diet & exerciseHow sugar addiction affects the body and the importance of resetting hormones for permanent weight lossWhy folks need to embrace a balance between positive and negative experiences Dr. Cody’s Site: https://www.fast40weightloss.com/Dr. Cody’s Book: https://a.co/d/3YiZ5DQ The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). To hear the full track and support his craft, use the following link. https://on.soundcloud.com/62w8X

“I've learned over the years to accept my imperfections and to just continue going forward.” – Kelly MajdanToday’s featured bestselling author is a mom, wife, and wellness advisor, Kelly Majdan. Kelly and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Lessons from the Obstacle Course: Five Strategies to Conquer the Muddy Fields of Life”, her journey from financial advisor to wellness advisor, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:The 2 negative detractors to enjoying your retirementHow obstacle courses helped her, and her husband recover from challengesWhy mindful spending is important for your future selfHow financial planning and wellness planning overlap Kelly’s Site: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellymajdan/Kelly’s Book: https://a.co/d/gJdangH The opening track is titled "Kareru R Daichi Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R (@Rukunetsu). To hear the full track and support his craft, use the following link. https://on.soundcloud.com/62w8XPlease support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashA