Going North Podcast

“The reason why people want to be so perfect and have perfectionism isn't because they're scared of failure. They're scared of failing in front of other people.” – Roy Redd Today’s featured #1 best-selling bookcaster is a business acquisition & growth strategist, performance coach, 2X TEDx speaker, and the Founder of Victory University, Roy Redd. Roy and I had a fun on a bun chat about his books, building a strong personal brand, the importance of execution over perfection, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:The moment that helped Roy have a mindset shift about responsibilityWhat inspired him to overcome imposter syndrome and become a published authorHow faith plays a role in his life and businessWhat setback helped set Roy up to create more successRoy’s top three lessons learned from starting, growing, and running his podcastRoy’s Site: https://royredd.com/Roy’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01LZF0BPR/allbooksRoy’s TEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/roy_redd_how_to_manipulate_realityRoy’

“If you want to live a better way. I think you need to identify with how to give and how to pour into people's lives.” – Billy FowlerToday’s featured bestselling author is a former HR executive, global movement leader, breakthrough strategist, and the creator of Overflow Nation, Billy Fowler. Billy and I had a chat about his book. “The Answer: Break Every Limit. Receive Every Blessing. This Time, the Abundance Stays”, his journey from a faith-based Midwest upbringing to leading a global movement, his 100-hour fasting practice, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Billy to become an authorWhat led him to start Overflow Nation and its four gatesWhat inspired Billy to go on a 100-hour fast and help others to do the sameWhat his time in HR taught him about leadershipBilly’s Site: https://overflownation.com/Billy’s Book: https://a.co/d/i2SyR2KThe 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 followi

“When you get mindful, it's so beautiful because you're saying, you know what? I'm worthy of being more than my repetitive thoughts.” – Jenny Garufi Today’s featured international bestselling award-winning author is speaker, highly sought after intuitive, self-love activator, energy catalyst, and media personality, Jenny Garufi. Jenny and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “The 3 Minute Shower Reset: 21 Days to Inner Peace”, the value of connecting with like-minded people, making self-care playful, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:Why water is powerful and how it can play a role in enhancing your mindfulnessThe lowdown on traditional publishing and self-publishingOne of Jenny’s favorite intentional living rituals for clearing limiting thoughtsWhy inner work is a must. Especially if you are seeking a partner Jenny’s Site: https://jennymannion.com/Jenny’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0D6WK4CVR/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Rem

“I wanted to be an impact player. And what that meant to me was whatever time I'm given on the field, whenever I step on the field, that my presence will be known, felt, and seen.” – Phebe Trotman Today’s featured bestselling author is an award-winning heart-centered entrepreneur, Hall of Fame soccer player, speaker, coach, mentor, and champion for personal growth, Phebe Trotman. Phebe and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her journey from being the only girl on an all-boys soccer team to becoming a hall of fame athlete, the value of mentorship, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:The inspiration and meaning behind "Never Quit on a Bad Day."How lessons from sports helped Phebe succeed in network marketing and entrepreneurshipWhat inspired her to become an authorWhat she learned about herself through writing her booksPhebe’s Site: https://neverquitonabadday.com/Phebe’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CBQGFSY1/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ Cit

“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

“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 openi

"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. Po

“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

“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

“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: http

“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 f

"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 f

“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/s

“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 trac

“Refine your game and make sure you know what you want going forward.” – Nadja Sayej Today’s featured author is a celebrity interviewer, consultant, photographer, media consultant, Forbes fashion contributor, and the founder of ArtStars Agency, Nadja Sayej. Nadja and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, practical advice for creative professionals, navigating the challenges of the art and media worlds, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:Nadja’s journey from academic art criticism to pop culture journalism and the realities of the art worldHer 3 keys to being a good interviewerThe advantages of self-publishing and maintaining creative control as an authorWhy intuition and adaptability are necessary for achieving success in creative fieldsNadja’s Site: https://nadjasayej.com/Nadja’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07NC8NXD9/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

“Walking is more powerful than any antidepressant. It's the best antidepressant we have. It's getting out and moving, especially outside.” – Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum Today’s featured bookcaster is a grandma, educator, clinical psychologist, public speaker, yogi, and the founder and CEO of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum. Dr. Sandra and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Your Health Coach Will See You Now”, her shift from psychologist to entrepreneur at the age of 65, practical advice for healthier living, and more!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Dr. Sandra went from experiencing panic attacks to becoming a health coachThe connection between lifestyle choices and chronic illness preventionHer mindset strategies for handling tough daysHow health coaches empower clients, foster accountability, and help break down health goalsHer top three lessons from running her podcastDr. Sandra’s Site: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/Dr. Sandra’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/sto

“When I stopped chasing my dreams and my goals only…and I started leaning on Jesus. It just gave me so much peace and joy.” – Jason HeinritzToday’s featured fellow Christian bestselling author is a father, husband, speaker, entrepreneur, and ministry leader, Jason Heinritz. Jason and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Wake Up Jesus People: Life-Giving Disciplines to Awaken the Warrior Within”, his journey from seeking mainly personal success to prioritizing God's kingdom, his “40 Forge” faith-based challenge, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Jason to become an authorWhat it means to live daily as a ChristianThe importance of having a disciplined evening and morning routineSome of Jason’s habits that not only help him stay in peak performance state but also be heavenly-mindedThe 40 Forge Program and what inspired itJason’s Site: https://wakeupjesuspeople.com/Jason’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B079WJS6W2/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Tre

“Writing is a wonderful way to process your life.” – Dr. Sheila K. Collins Today’s featured award-winning author is an organizational grief consultant, TEDx speaker, and performance artist, Dr. Sheila K. Collins. Dr. Sheila and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, the healing power of art, supporting others through grief, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How writing helped Dr. Sheila process the deaths of her son and daughterHer advice for new writersThe importance of self-care for caregiversHow giving support to others also benefits the giverThe lesson Dr. Sheila learned from her granddaughter about grief that still sticks with her todayDr. Sheila’s Site: https://sheilakcollins.com/Dr. Sheila’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00D2HT4KU/allbooksDr. Sheila’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/V9MXjttbeuc?si=IKuXiWNYCfX78hhmThe 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.c

"Don't mistake the hope of change for the hope of progress." – Linda Shirey Today’s featured fellow bestselling Christian author is a wife, book lover, and coffee enthusiast, Linda Shirey. Linda and I have a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Wolves Among Us: Biblical Principles To Identify And Expose Spiritual Predators”, her writing journey, recognizing toxic influences, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Linda to become a published author, and plans for future booksLinda’s background as a troubleshooter and her motivation to expose spiritual predatorsSome of the dangers of poor leadership and the dark side of human natureThe value of lightening the mood in certain situationsLinda’s Site: https://www.coramconversations.com/Linda’s Book: https://a.co/d/1IflyH6The 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 t

“No matter how difficult your life is, to know that you are resilient enough. Your spirit, your soul, you will make it.” – Christine Sadry Today’s featured award-winning author is a mom and a former United Nations peacekeeper, Christine Sadry. Christine and I had a chat about her book, “13 Years Lost: An Unbelievable Story of Fleeing Communist Poland to Traveling the World Serving the United Nations”, how she began working at the UN, her advice to others writing about painful memories, and more!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Christine to write her bookWhat her childhood was like in Soviet Poland to enduring an abusive adoptive home in AmericaWhy it’s good to embrace life fully and the power of the human spiritAn unexpected benefit that she received from writing her bookChristine’s Site: https://christinesadry.com/Christine’s Book: https://a.co/d/fkXaeQnThe 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://compilati