Going North Podcast

“You’re the only person that’s in the way of you.” – Eddie Thomason   Today’s featured bestselling author is fellow podcast host, motivational speaker, father, and husband, Eddie Thomason. Eddie and I have a high-energy chat about breaking generational curses, why those with genuine faith should take more risk, and metaphorically turning glass ceilings into floors of victory.   Key Things You’ll Learn: What led him to come up with the title of his first book. Why you shouldn’t rely on social security. Why those with faith should take more risk? Why degrees aren’t everything. Why you should have your own self-care plan.     Eddie’s Site: https://eddiethomason.com/ Eddie’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Eddie-Thomason/e/B086Z2DX27/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1 Eddie’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/curse-breaker-podcast-with-eddie-thomason/id1524908069   The opening track is titled “Sunburst” by Marcus D. to listen to the full track and purchase the whole album, click

“Stillness creates momentum.” – Meagan Fettes   Today’s featured international best-selling author is yoga teacher, High-Level Business Development Coach, and Speaker, Meagan Fettes. Meagan and I talk about what can bring you joy, how she overcame drug addiction, staying focused, and tons more!   Key Things You’ll Learn: How she overcame her drug addiction and became a yogini. How to redirect your focus when you feel like you are going sideways from your purpose. What her affirmation is for 2020. What to expect from Meagan's new book that’s releasing in January 2021. How she helps her clients to find and embrace their childlike curiosity again.   Meagan’s Site: https://www.meaganfettes.com/ Meagan’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/JOY-Approach-Workbook-Actions-Actually-ebook/dp/B07YCY12QX/ref=tmm_other_meta_binding_title_sr?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= How Thoughts Become Things, the Movie: HowThoughtsBecomeThings.com   The opening track is titled "Kyotoelectric" by Project R (AKA Ru

“You can’t bring old plays into a new season.” – Shawn Harper   Today’s featured bestselling author is a former 7 year NFL player, entrepreneur, and international motivational speaker, Shawn Harper. Shawn and I talk about his faith, overcoming adversity, and tons more spiritual motivational goodness.   Key Things You’ll Learn: How he became a Christian. What gave him the confidence to start and follow-through with creating a 7-figure business. What to do when you are down and going through pain. What to do when you need encouragement.   Shawn’s Site: https://www.shawnharper.org/ Shawn’s IG Page: https://www.instagram.com/shawnharperspeaker/ Shawn’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Edge-Principles-Bring-Winner-ebook/dp/B079BRBGB4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1599712970&refinements=p_27%3APhilana+Harper&s=digital-text&sr=1-1&text=Philana+Harper   The opening track is titled "Fly" by Marcus D. Be sure to click the following link http://marcusd.net/track/fly-ft-c

“Time marches on no matter what we do.” – Maura Nevel Thomas   Today’s extra special guest author is TEDx speaker, award-winning productivity expert, and regular contributor for the Harvard Business Review, Maura Thomas. Maura and I talk about what attention management is, her definition of work/life balance, and more things productivity!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What is attention management and how Maura came up with that phrase What keeps Maura going What work/life balance means to Maura What sounds that Maura prefers to listen to when she wants to be more creative.     Maura’s Site: https://maurathomas.com/ Maura’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Maura-Thomas/e/B0069TS6BG?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000   The opening track is titled "Glorious Fanfare Remix" by Asis Galvin. To listen and purchase the full track, click the following link. https://asisgalvin.bandcamp.com/track/ff13-2-glorious-fanfare-remix   Related Episodes: 8 - "Gain the Advantage" with Nancy Gaines (

Never look down on a person unless you are picking them up.   Today’s featured bestselling author is TV personality, keynote speaker, international trainer, and Peak Performance Strategist, Charles Cary. Sir Charles and I talk about his newest book, questions to ask yourself to get aligned with your purpose, and tons more!   Key Things You’ll Learn: The reason behind his 4th book. Why Sir Charles continuously reinvents himself. What aspiring speakers need to do to gain credibility Why some people don’t use the free information they have from a genuine expert.   Sir Charles Site: https://sircharlescaryinc.com/ Sir Charles’ Books: https://www.amazon.com/Charles-Cary/e/B00D8SQXKM   The opening track is titled "My Past - Part II" by MadXRuler (formally known as Ruler Inc.). Be sure to visit his Bandcamp page and check out his sounds by clicking the following link. https://madxruler.bandcamp.com/track/my-past-part-2    Related Episodes: 2 - "Radiate the Brain & Change the Game" wi

“The opportunity is in the show-up.” – Andy Audate   Today’s featured author is millennial motivational speaker serial entrepreneur, and member of the 2020 Forbes Coaches Council, Andy Audate. Andy and I have a power-packed conversation about the importance of speed in recognizing opportunities, how to think big, and more gems about entrepreneurship.   Key Things You’ll Learn: Why average is a sickness. Why your visible success is inspiring someone else. Why people fall into bad opportunities. How he was able to drop suicidal thoughts to becoming a faith-based entrepreneur.     Andy’s Site: https://online.andyaudate.com/ Andy’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Andy-Audate/e/B07CWFL585?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000 Brand Marketing Summit: https://online.andyaudate.com/bms   The opening track is titled, "SFEX x ATCQ" by madxruler (formally known as Ruler Inc.) Cop this track and the entire album by clicking the following link. https://madxruler.bandcamp.com/track/sfex-x-atcq &nb

“I knew that if I didn’t get in front of it from a positive perspective, we would have went down that rabbit hole of despair and depression.” – Marty McNair   Today’s featured author is father, thought leader, motivational speaker, advocate, and founder of The Jordan McNair Foundation, Marty McNair. Marty and I talk about his 1st book, how he became an advocate for student-athletes, and more!   Key Things You’ll Learn: The cause that Marty was advocating for before the death of his son. What helped Marty bounce back from grief. The questions that every parent should ask when enrolling their student-athlete into a college sports program. His advice for parents that lost their children.     Marty’s Book: https://thejordanmcnairfoundation.org/product/can-my-child-play/   The Jordan McNair Foundation Site: https://thejordanmcnairfoundation.org/   The opening track is titled “Gonna Fly Now Remix” by EV Sharp aka MagicMusicx. To listen and download the full track, click the following l

We are masters at making excuses. Be a master of making a living.   Today’s featured international bestselling author is 25 year careered CEO, EMMY® Award-winning producer, Motivational Speaker,  Sports Performance & Personal Transformational teacher with over 14,000 hours on stage around the world, Dr. Travis Fox. Dr. Travis and I talk about why we must challenge our beliefs, why he believes we put too much focus on a person’s mindset and Architecting a lifestyle, without missing your life.   Key Things You’ll Learn: What type of process we get wrong as we go through life. What climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro taught him about living. The quickest way to find your true passion. Why we must challenge our beliefs. Why your mindset is not everything. What his autistic son taught him about true presence.     Travis’ Site: https://architecting360.com/?fbclid=IwAR3gP4lQvGi3c1xtB9uvh9c60yegaSVOfA4m7We1hcoLOZptAL_e858WkJo Travis’ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Architect-That-Building-business-le

“You cannot be afraid of being wrong.” – Natsune Oki Today’s featured podcasting author is entrepreneur, self-mastery enthusiast, and the Managing director of ForeignConnect.org, Natsune Oki. Natsune and I talk about her upbringing in Japan, her adventurous spirit that led her to entrepreneurship, what to expect out of her newest book, and more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: How Natsune overcame a strict upbringing to indulge in her inner entrepreneurial spirit. Why Natsune promotes focus and self-discovery. The meaning behind the cover of her first book. How to build up your self-awareness.     Natsune’s Site: https://www.lifeupeducationtv.com/ Natsune’s Book (In-English): https://www.lifeupeducationtv.com/english-book   The opening track is titled "Kyotoelectric" by Project R (AKA Rukunetsu). To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://soundcloud.com/rukunetsu/kyotoelectric-kunimitsu-ttt2   Related Episodes: 39 - "Enroll In Confidence" with Sab

“It is not impossible to write 10,000 words of good quality fiction a day if you put in the work.” – Kathrin Hutson   Today’s featured international bestselling author is mom & fiction ghostwriter, Kathrin Hutson. Kathrin and I talk about how she’s able to write a book a week, how she got into writing sci-fi books, and more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: Why she chose to write sci-fi novels. How Kathrin ghostwrites a book a week. Kathrin's daily routine that allows her to produce content. What Kathrin’s personal best word count day and how she got there. Kathrin’s process for clients looking to have her ghostwrite for them.     Kathrin’s Site: https://www.kathrinhutsonfiction.com/ Kathrin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Kathrin-Hutson/e/B016N498BS%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share   The opening track is titled "TOKI WO KOETE TYPE-R" by Rukunetsu (AKA Project R). Top cop the full track and support his craft, click the following link. https://soundcloud.com/rukunetsu/comm-toki-wo-

“Everything we have in our lives is dependent on a conversation.” – John Ryan Today’s bonus episode features fellow podcasting author, Leadership Consultant, and Certified NLP Master Trainer, John Ryan. John and I talk about the importance of communication, why he became a master NLP trainer, and more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What is NLP and why John became a master trainer with it. The 2 types of communication. The powerful question that changed John’s life forever. Why John remembers the 1st 10 minutes of every presentation he does.                 John’s Site: https://www.johnryanleadership.com/ John’s Podcast, “Key Conversations for Leaders”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/key-conversations-for-leaders/id1509342764 John’s Book: https://www.johnryanleadership.com/conversation-formula-book/   The opening track is titled “Sunburst” by Marcus D. to listen to the full track and purchase the whole album, click the following

Self-discovery and understanding are a foundation for empaths to become stronger.   Today’s featured bestselling author is Swedish visionary, world changer, and thought leader, Eleonor Amora Marklund. Eleonor and I talk about her journey of discovery of being an empath and tons more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: Why she became a writer. How she was able to recover after dealing with a violent and narcissistic spouse. Some things you can do in your “me” time to stay energetically healthy. How she combines both business and spiritual practices. Why you should avoid people with negative energy.   Eleonor’s Site: http://www.eleonoramora.se/ Eleonor’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Eleonor-Amora-Marklund/e/B08C2DG5DG/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_5   A special shoutout goes to MagicMusicX (@magicmusicx) for his track "Deep In Thought". Be sure to cop this and his other wonderful tunes through this link. https://magicmusicx.bandcamp.com/track/deep-in-thought    Related Episodes: 7

“If you are not being seen you are being overlooked.” - Kimberly Hobscheid   Today’s featured bestselling author is award-winning international inspirational public speaker, audiobook producer, and six-time entrepreneur, Kimberly Hobscheid. Kimberly and I talk about how she got into entrepreneurship, why authors need to produce an audiobook, and what led to her creating Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel.   Key Things You’ll Learn: Why every author needs to produce an audiobook with their print book. What she does to turn her clients into completers. Why she became a serial entrepreneur. How to get on the road to joy.     Kimberly’s Site: https://entrepreneursrocketfuel.com/ Kimberly’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Kimberly-Hobscheid/e/B07KWF2BRG%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share   Resources Mentioned: (YouTube Video) How to Revive Dead Leads: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbD-mCEYpLE Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel: https://www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursrocketfuel/   A special shoutout

“Life is here to be lived and it’s meant to be humorous.” – Jen Gaudet   Today’s featured international bestselling author is speaker and life strategist, Jen Gaudet. Jen and I have a fun conversation about setting boundaries, saying “no” from a place of love and tons more! This is one episode that you don’t want to miss!   Key Thing’s You’ll Learn: Why work/life balance doesn’t exist, especially now. Why saying “no” is not rejecting someone. The meaning behind Jen’s coffee mug collection. :)  Why saying yes too much to the wrong thing leaves you empty. What success means to Jen. What can truly bring you joy. How to say no from a place of love. What Jen does to “secretly” manage her energy.  :)    Jen’s Site: https://jengaudetcoaching.com/ Jen’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Over-My-Dead-Body-Boundaries/dp/1689832444/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1570039337&sr=8-1   The opening track is titled, "Don't You" from The Solar Mixtape by Asis Galvin. Be

“You are the powerful creator of your own reality.” - Dr. Marina Bruni   Today’s featured author is business coach, international keynote speaker, lawyer, and the Global Brain Activation Specialist, Dr. Marina Bruni. Dr. Marina and I talk about her appearance in the sequel to the movie, “The Secret” called “How Thoughts Become Things”, the blueprint to an energetic morning and tons more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What led her to become both a doctor and a lawyer. Why she started studying the mind and neuroplasticity. Why we all have something to be grateful for. What you can do to have a great morning routine. What is Dr. Marina’s night routine before going to bed. How she celebrates her victories no matter how big or small. Her advice to career women that want the confidence to speak up more during meetings.   Dr. Marina’s Site: https://www.marinabruni.com/ How Thoughts Become Things, the Movie: HowThoughtsBecomeThings.com   The opening track is titled “Present your Case -Turnabout Cou

“Epic failures are the gifts that keep on giving because those are the drivers that drive us to success.” - Peter Kozodoy   Today’s featured bestselling author is business coach, TEDx Speaker, and Inc. 5000 Millennial Entrepreneur, Peter Kozodoy. Peter and I talk about his 1st entry into the business of immortality with his new book “Honest to Greatness”, why Peter doesn’t consider himself an honest person and more!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What 2 major failures that redirected Peter to becoming who he is today. What an “honest alignment” is. What keeps a lot people dishonest What strategic honesty is.   Peter’s Site: https://peterkozodoy.com/ Peter’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Honest-Greatness-Greatest-Leaders-Honesty/dp/1948836505   The opening track is titled "Doom's Day" by Asis Galvin. This tune can be listened to in full by clicking on the following link. https://asisgalvin.bandcamp.com/track/dooms-day-docter-dooms-theme-remix   Related Episodes: 39 - "Enroll In Confidenc

“Growth is not super easy.” – Bob Doyle   Today’s featured international bestselling author is veteran voiceover artist and one of the featured experts from the book and film, “The Secret”, Bob Doyle. Bob and I have a lighthearted chat about his appearance in the sequel documentary to “The Secret”, “How Thoughts Become Things”, rewiring your brain for success, why his attention has shifted from the metaphysical aspects of the Law of Attraction and more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What people forget about the Law of Attraction and when they watch the film, “The Secret”. How to create a powerful vision for your life. How to get in touch with your playful side. How we should approach challenges when dealing with negative emotions. Why you should set outrageously big goals. Why we need coaching. How you’ve been unconsciously “wired” throughout your lifetime.     Bob’s Site: https://boundlessliving.com/ Bob’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Bob-Doyle/e/B003QSGETE%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Stay connected to the things that are great for your soul. Today’s featured author is artist, entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and consultant, Aaron McCormick. Aaron and I talk about his new book, the 2 ways we connect with our inner selves, and more!!!   Key Things You’ll Learn: What helps you have a higher level of thinking What “binders” are and what we can do to release them. Why you should focus on the good while studying your beliefs.     Aaron’s Site: https://aaronmccormick.com/ Aaron’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Aaron-McCormick/e/B0839LQHMC?fbclid=IwAR00iwTQCGfIIbrMIxkhz9lgoY3YPl365njImWPMtbD452HSvj6HkV0e4xQ     A special shoutout goes to MagicMusicX (@magicmusicx) for his track "Deep In Thought". Be sure to cop this and his other wonderful tunes through this link. https://magicmusicx.bandcamp.com/track/deep-in-thought        Related Episodes: 92 - "Roya Sands and the Bridge Between Worlds" with Saryon Michael White: http://goingnorth.libsy

”You were born loaded.” – Udo Erasmus Today’s featured international bestselling author is teacher, keynote speaker, and Flaxseed Oil Pioneer, Udo Erasmus. Udo and I have a deep conversation about the connection to our own internal being and living in harmony with nature.   Key Things You’ll Learn: Why stillness has power. Why humans are wired for harmony. Why self-knowledge is a must. Where heartache begins. The importance of not letting people get away with stupid ideas.   Udo’s Site: http://udoschoice.com/ Udo’s Book & Other Goods: https://udoerasmus.com/goingnorth     The opening track for this episode is titled "Earth and Sea II" by Rukunetsu aka Project R (@Rukunetsu). Be sure to support this artist by clicking on the following link: https://projectr.bandcamp.com/.   Related Episodes: 266 – “Holistic Health and Healing” with Brigitte Mars (@brigittemars): https://goingnorth.libsyn.com/266-holistic-health-and-healing-with-brigitte-mars-brigittemars  

See your career as a product that you can continuously improve upon.   Today's featured bestselling author is a coach and consultant that helps organizations build better products and executives build the cultures that build better products, Jeff Gothelf. Jeff and I talk about his newest book, why being open to feedback is required for elite effectiveness, and more!     Key Things You'll Learn:   What lead him to become a software designer turned consultant.   The most humbling thing that an author can hear.   What you should do right now, especially if you are 25 and looking for work.   Why you must still tell your story no matter how "flooded" the marketplace looks.       Jeff's Site: https://jeffgothelf.com/   Jeff's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Gothelf/e/B00DUH5RD0?ref_=dbs_p_ebk_r00_abau_000000     The opening track is titled "Urgent Advance - METAL GEAR 2 Q-MIX" by Rukunetsu AKA Project R. Be sure to click the link below t