Going North Podcast

“We have this terrible attitude that sacrifices are bad things. No, sacrifices are the things that make things meaningful to you." – August Turak Today’s featured award-winning bestselling author is a speaker, consultant, entrepreneur, and successful corporate executive, August Turak. August and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Not Less Than Everything: One Man’s Quest for Spiritual Enlightenment”, the power of embracing the hero’s full journey, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Why people need a mission and purpose in lifeWhy marketing a book is no stroll in the parkThe question that can lead you across your own metaphorical desertThe role that community plays in your spiritual growthWhat a Trappist monk that taught August about purpose August’s Site: https://augustturak.org/August’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0C9G78WHS/allbooks The opening track is titled " Writing My Wrongs (Instrumental)" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to

"You are far more powerful than you've been told. We have a sense of powerlessness now…I just want you to know that this power, which is usually denied by authority figures, is something you were born with." - Lynne McTaggartToday’s featured international bestselling award-winning author is a mom, wife, award-winning journalist, highly sought-after public speaker known as the metaphysical Rock star and the Madonna of the Quantum World who is regularly featured as one of the world's top 100 most spiritually influential people, Lynne McTaggart. Lynne and I had a chat about her book, “The Power of Eight: Harnessing the Miraculous Energies of a Small Group to Heal Others, Your Life, and the World”, her transition from investigative reporting to spirituality, and tons more! Key Things You’ll Learn:How the power of intention (and group intention) has transformative effects on healing and well-beingWhy you must be specific in setting intentionsThe ripple effect that intention can createWhat her research process

"I just started writing and next thing you know I have a manuscript in front of me." - Marianna BuffolinoToday’s featured award-winning author is a mom, wife, entrepreneur, and appellate paralegal, Marianna Buffolino. Marianna and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her writing process, balancing writing life with mom life, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Marianna to become an authorHow her Italian heritage and other sources inspire her writingsWhat major setback led to Marianna creating more successMarianna’s advice for aspiring authors, especially romance novelists Marianna’s Site: https://authormariannabuffolino.com/Marianna’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BPS45N7D/allbooks The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy

“After speaking to the teacher…she made me realize that it is possible, just as long as I'm willing to keep honing my craft, taking rejections well, and just keep going.” – Liv ArnoldToday’s featured international award-winning author is a wife, cover girl, copywriter, mental health advocate, and freelancer, Liv Arnold. Liv and I talked about her books, transitioning from aspiring children's book writer to penning erotic romance novels, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Liv to become an authorHow Liv adds humor to her workLiv’s personal experiences with anxiety and the unique ways she's learned to manage itWhat major setback led to Liv creating more success Liv’s Site: https://www.livarnold.com/Liv’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07NDBSC47/allbooks The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content

"There can be many solutions to our financial problems, but most of us try to solve them by working more hours, and it's not an intelligent way of doing it. You have to work smarter, and the way you do it is to use your gift, use your talent." - Ken HondaToday’s featured international bestselling author is happiness expert, Zen Millionaire, and the first person from Japan to be voted into the Transformational Leadership Council, Ken Honda. Ken and I had a fun chat about his book, the impact of human connections, what happy money is, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:Why you want to treat money with excitement, appreciation, and joy dailyWhy creativity and problem-solving are essential during a financial crisisWhat to expect from his upcoming book "Nine Letters"How Ken is expanding his global influence and keeping his mind sharp Ken’s Site: http://kenhonda.com/ Ken’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Money-Japanese-Making-Peace/dp/1501188372  The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the mag

"You don't have to make big leaps to build confidence." – Sheena Yap ChanToday’s featured international Wall Street Journal bestselling bookcaster is keynote speaker, book marketing consultant, and confidence expert, Sheena Yap Chan. Sheena and I had a chat about her book, “The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within”, the importance of women supporting each other, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What is self-confidenceWhy representation is important. Especially in mediaWhat setback did Sheena have that helped her to create more successThree major lessons learned from starting, running, and growing her podcast Sheena’s Site: https://www.sheenayapchan.com/Sheena’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08X8JG93C/allbooksSheena’s Podcast, “The Tao of Self-Confidence”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tao-of-self-confidence/id1035011998 The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@ma

"Live the best life you can, then give it all away. We're called here to live a life that is more than just our own." - Ahmard VitalToday’s featured bestselling author is a father, husband, consultant, international motivational speaker, entrepreneur, youth empowerment advocate, and sports writer, Ahmard Vital. Ahmard and I had a fun on a bun chat about his books, the value of old content, why he still has faith in the next generation, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:When did Ahmard’s faith become real for him and how it fuels his work todayWhat mentorship lesson still sticks with Ahmard that he teaches othersWhy success does not happen aloneWy every speaker must tap into the power of writing and content creation Ahmard’s Site: https://ahmardvital.com/Ahmard’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BPJVMHN3/allbooks The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/P

"Even when things are not going right in your life, when they're going totally left and they're hard, it's still important for us to show up well and to be kind to others." - Dr. Lynita Mitchell-BlackwellToday’s featured bestselling author is a mom, wife, Intuitive Business Coach™, attorney, CPA, certified Christian life coach, and ordained minister, Dr. Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell. Dr. Lynita and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, the importance of intentional living, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What the transition was like from being a CPA to becoming an attorneyWhat lesson was learned from Dr. Lynita’s clients that upped her game as a coachWhat setback became a major success for Dr. LynitaWhat you can do to feel more engaged with your life Dr. Lynita’s Site: https://www.lynitamitchellblackwell.com/Dr. Lynita’s Books: https://www.lynitamitchellblackwell.com/books The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to vi

“Start doing things and figure out what it is that you want to do that leans into your creativity.” – Rella B.Today’s featured bookcaster is a mom, a flight attendant, children's content creator, cow enthusiast, and imagination Catalyst, Rella B. Rella and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her battle-tested advice for aspiring authors, and tons more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Rella to be an authorWhat it was like living in Japan and its influence on Rella’s brand of content creationHow to make your book marketing funHer biggest setback that led to her biggest success Rella’s Site: https://rellabbooks.com/Rella’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CL9C4VFL/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=0a691cf9-c640-4296-a515-f6b475ff55d2Rella’s Podcast, “Reading With Rella B”: https://open.spotify.com/show/02kdy7hepEGLmT202aTa0h?si=ee599cba8ee94ef0 The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and

"Be in the driver's seat when it comes to molding your career." – Venchele Saint DicToday’s featured bestselling author is a speaker, entrepreneur, freelance writer, future doctor, and the Founder of MESFAMI Care Inc., Venchele Saint Dic. Venchele and I had a chat about her book, “Passport To Self Discovery”, pursuing public health as a career, some of the lessons learned from traveling the world, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:What led Venchele to become a writing coachWhat Venchele learned from her time serving in the Peace CorpsWhat entrepreneurs need to consider when running their business Venchele’s Site: https://pathwaycoachwriting.com/Venchele’s Book: https://pathwaycoachwriting.com/product/passport-to-self-discovery/ The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @D

“You have to create an undying, almost unrealistic belief in yourself.” – Eliot MarshallToday’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a father, husband, entrepreneur, professional mixed martial artist, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and TEDx speaker, Eliot Marshall. Eliot and I had a chat about his book, “The Gospel of Fire: Strategies for Facing Your Fears, Confronting Your Demons, and Finding Your Purpose”, transitioning from MMA to entrepreneurship, raising resilient kids, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Why you need to instill an undying belief in yourselfHow to balance vulnerability and strengthHis advice for late bloomers who want to advance further in lifeHow to be a true “lion” Eliot’s Site: https://eliotmarshall.com/Eliot’s Book: https://a.co/d/6O1n5EnEliot’s Podcast, “The Blueprint with Eliot Marshall”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blueprint-with-eliot-marshall/id1389289630 The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd)

"When you know who you are, it doesn't matter what anyone else says." – Richard Kweku EzeAgu AkinyemiToday’s featured author is a husband, financial advisor, and visceral connections coach, Richard Kweku EzeAgu Akinyemi. Richard and I had a chat about his book, “Found My People: How Connecting To My Ancestral Roots Enriched My Life and Can Do The Same For You”, the importance of embracing your cultural identity, why melanated people are exceptional people, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Why Richard recommends others to use https://africanancestry.com/ to trace their rootsThe multitude of tribes in Nigeria and why it’s important to understand the cultural diversity within the countryWhat are visceral connectionsWhy it’s okay to travel to AfricaRichard’s faith journey and how he had a miraculous recovery Richard’s Site: https://www.foundmypeople.com/Richard’s Book: https://a.co/d/bwn3Iz5 The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be su

“There are no limits. If you're still alive, no matter what you’ve been through, God (Source, Creation) has not finished with you yet.” - Melanie Tonia EvansToday’s featured international bestselling author is a mom, speaker, narcissistic abuse recovery expert, and the founder of the Quanta Freedom Healing Technique, Melanie Tonia Evans. Melanie and I had a chat about her book, “You Can Thrive After Narcissistic Abuse: The #1 System for Recovering from Toxic Relationships”, the importance of reclaiming one's power and moving beyond victimhood, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn:What is narcissistic abuseHow to reframe your identity post-abuseWhy self-worth and personal empowerment are important in the recovery processWhat Melanie's writing process was and her approach to healing from narcissistic abuse Melanie’s Site: https://melanietoniaevans.com/Melanie’s Book: https://a.co/d/c7hkVya The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to

"I was meant to be given this gift to share for others to heal. My challenge was cancer, but everybody has a challenge, whether it's death, divorce, changing careers, disease, and it's all meant for our own healing.” – Jennifer GreenhutToday’s featured author is a wife, entrepreneur, actress, singer, songwriter, yoga teacher, and stage four triple negative breast cancer survivor, Jennifer Greenhut Tollin. Jenn and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Everyone Needs a Larry: Love with a Twist of Cancer”, how hardships can turn into a lesson of appreciation through love, how yoga impacted her cancer journey, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Jenn to co-author her first book with her husbandHow yoga became a significant part of her life after her past life as a gymnastHow to use our darkest moments as lessons for living an inspirational life Jenn’s Site: https://www.lovezeronegative.com/Jenn’s Book: https://a.co/d/9iTJEP2 The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnan

“Connect you to all of you.” - Janell WarkentinToday’s featured bookcaster is a mom, wife, thought healer, empath, seasoned intuitive energy healer, learning specialist, and professional horse trainer, Janell Warkentin. Janell and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “At the Red Barn ‘I Need a New Horse’”, lessons learned from her equine companions, how dyslexia became her superpower, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How horses healed Janell and helped her reconnect with her intuitive giftsWhat thought healing is and how it reconnects individuals with their authentic selvesThe importance of facing fears directlyWhat major setback in business set Janell up for more success Janell’s Site: https://janellrae.com/Janell’s Book: https://a.co/d/2IONkcsJanell’s Podcast: https://youtu.be/Jz6y93jQxOA?si=nB0GGl6h6NV18XzD6-Week Unlocking You Program: https://unlockingyou.janellrae.com/Janell’s Free Gift: https://secretsofenergyhealing.janellrae.com/ The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the m

"I'm only positive because I got knocked down so hard a few different times in my life.” – Kate McKayToday’s featured international bestselling bookcaster is a mom, transformational speaker, business consultant, fitness guru, award-winning bodybuilder, and Certified High-Performance Coach, Kate McKay. Kate and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her approach to book writing, and more to unlock your inherent greatness! Key Things You’ll Learn:What major setback led to Kate creating more successWhy sharing our stories can uplift and inspire those around usWhy discipline looks easy to others and how focusing on fitness can help you develop disciplineThe psychological benefits of reaching out to acquaintances Kate’s Site: https://www.kate-mckay.com/Kate’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00L4C8KH8/allbooksKate’s Podcast, “Master Your Life”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dominique-brightmon/id1641291347?i=1000590986461Kate’s FREE Gift: https://courses.kate-mckay.com/free-course

“It doesn't have to take a long time. You just have to address the right problem in the right way.” - Mandy Barbee LanierToday’s featured author is wife, decorated performance coach, US Air Force veteran, certified clinical hypnotherapist, and the founder of Palladium Mind Inc., Mandy Barbee Lanier. Mandy and I had a fun on a bun hat about her 1st book, “The Enjoyment Gap: Realize Indestructible Happiness & Start Savoring Your Success”, what to expect from her book, the importance of mental health in the workplace, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How Mandy transitioned from the Air Force to transformation coachingThe concept of the enjoyment gap and its impact on happiness and successHow our perceptions of success impact our ability to experience enjoyment in life Mandy’s Site: https://palladiummind.com/Mandy’s Book: https://a.co/d/4zqKtwB The opening track is titled " Heartbreaking Heartbeat - P4 Rmix" by Rukunetsu (AKA Project R). To listen and download the full song, click the followi

The controllables are a big thing that people stress over. Focus less on the things that you have zero control over.Today’s featured author is a coach, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and tennis lover, Jeff Butorac. Jeff and I had a fun on a bun chat about his podcast, “Inner Rival: Silencing the Negativity Within”, the importance of adapting coaching methods to individual needs, the importance of curiosity, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What lessons learned from his time in the NCAA as a coach transferred to his current business as a speakerHow he overcame his challenges with perfectionism and anxietyThe biggest lesson learned from coaching others that made him a better mental game coach Jeff’s Site: https://www.inner-rival.com/Jeff’s Book: https://a.co/d/7SXaYny The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! C

"Fantasy is really healthy for the imagination…it allows people to escape and allows them to think of something different.” – Cyndi BrecToday’s featured author is a wife, mom, avid reader, fantasy enthusiast, and connoisseur of heart-fluttering tales, Cyndi Brec. Cyndi and I had a fun chat about her upcoming books, how dyslexia has been a superpower in her writing journey, how her novel series is grounded in actual history, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How an old water mill inspired her writingWhat is Cyndi’s writing process like and how she keeps distractions at bayHer personal faith journey and how it plays a role in her lifeWhy Cyndi blends history, myths, and personal experiences into captivating tales Cyndi’s Site: https://www.inkerspen.com/cyndi-brec The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! Ca

“You can't win with everybody, but you can win with yourself, so why not bet on you?” – Karin FreelandToday’s featured award-winning bestselling bookcaster is a mom, wife, actress, recovered corporate workaholic, and multi-certified life reinvention coach, Karin Freeland. Karin and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Grab Life By the Dreams: The Essential Guide to Getting Unstuck and Living Your Purpose”, the value of journaling, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired her to launch a podcast after the success of her first bookWhy it’s important to reflect and be kind to yourselfHer EDIT coaching approach to help others live a regret-proof lifeWhat major lesson Karin learned from one of her coaching clients that made her a better coach Karin’s Site: https://www.karinfreeland.com/Karin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09CJ2P6VN/allbooksKarin’s Podcast, “Rock Your Reinvention: Tips For High-Achieving Career Women”: https://rockyourreinvention.buzzsprout.com/ The