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Going North Podcast

Dom Brightmon

Calling all aspiring authors and seasoned wordsmiths alike! This is your official invitation to live your best life and write the book that's burning inside you.


The Going North Podcast is your one-stop shop for inspiration, information, and motivation on your author journey. Every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, host Dom Brightmon, the positive thought catalyst, bestselling author, and certified trainer with the Maxwell Leadership Team chats with incredible authors from around the world.


These inspiring guests share their unique stories, writing tips, and the power they've found in the written word. With each episode, you'll discover a treasure trove of wisdom, actionable advice, and heartfelt stories that will ignite your creativity and fuel your journey to get your own manuscript moving!


But Going North isn't just about the craft – it's about you. Dom believes in the magic of "Advancing others to advance yourself," and this podcast is all about helping you become the best author and person you can be.


So, grab your notebook, unleash your creativity, and get ready to be a part of something special. With Going North as your guide, you'll be well on your way to living your best life and sharing your story with the world.


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  • Monday · 41 min

    Ep. 1117 – From Writing Alone to Building a Thriving Author Community with Dianna Gunn (@DiannaLGunn)

    “We think of writing as something that happens in isolation, but writing really is best when it's done in community, when you have someone to bounce ideas off of, when you can have that back and forth that gets out of your own head and gives you fresh perspectives you probably wouldn't have thought of.” – Dianna Gunn Today’s featured author is a freelance writer, and the CEO and founder of Weeknight Writers, Dianna Gunn. Dianna and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, how a friend’s suggestion reshaped her story, the risks of book bans, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How a Christmas gift inspired Dianna’s gothic horror novel, “Woman of Sorrow and Blood” Why authors need to be part of a creative community How she built Weeknight Writers into an inclusive virtual home for writers Her advice for aspiring writers Dianna’s Site: https://authordiannagunn.com/ Dianna’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B06Y5WHB7C/allbooks Weeknight Writers: https://weeknightwriters.com/ The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 392 – Chasing the Captain with Terry Shepherd (@TheTShepherd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-392-chasing-the-captain-with/ 999 – How Storytelling, Unicorns & Coffee Brew More Life Magic with Gwen Tolios (@GwenTolios): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-999-how-storytelling-unicorns-coffee-brew-more-life-magic-with-gwen-tolios-gwentolios/ 375 – Aces High, Jokers Wild with O. E. Tearmann (@ETearmann): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-375-aces-high-jokers-wild-with-o-e-tearmann-etearmann/ 1045 – Transforming Disney Dreams Into Dark Romance Novels with Bria Rose: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1045-transforming-disney-dreams-into-dark-romance-novels-with-bria-rose/ 1009 – From Open-Heart Surgery to Creating Unique Reading Experiences with Megan Michelle PhD.: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1009-from-open-heart-surgery-to-creating-unique-reading-experiences-with-megan-michelle-phd/ 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/ 873 – From Broken Places to Booming Business with Rachel Thompson (@RachelintheOC): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-873-from-broken-places-to-booming-business-with-rachel-thompson-rachelintheoc/ 312 – Reader to Dark Fantasy Writer with Liz Butcher (@lunaloveliz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-312-reader-to-dark-fantasy-writer-with-liz-butcher-lunaloveliz/ 969 – Music, Memoirs, and Making a Difference As a Disability Advocate with Jenna Udenberg: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-969-music-memoirs-and-making-a-difference-as-a-disability-advocate-with-jenna-udenberg/ 694 – Every Body Holds a Story with Marsha Vanwynsberghe (@Marsha_vanw): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-694-every-body-holds-a-story-with-marsha-vanwynsberghe-marsha_vanw/ 869 – Author vs. AI with Alison McBain (@AlisonMcBain): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-869-author-vs-ai-with-alison-mcbain-alisonmcbain/ 947 – Edgy Empathy with Tuula Costelloe: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-947-edgy-empathy-with-tuula-costelloe/ 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/

  • September 26 · 37 min

    Ep. 1116 – Make Your Story Matter with Abbie Emmons (@abbieemmonsx)

    “Tap into your own inner creativity. It's there. It's always has been there, and your story matters.” – Abbie Emmons Today’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a writing coach, storyteller, and creator of YouTube's most-watched creative writing channel, Abbie Emmons. Abbie and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “Make Your Story Matter: An Interactive Guide to Unlocking Your Brain's Storytelling Power and Writing a Book Readers Love”, her journey from teen blogger to published novelist, morning writing habits, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How growing up in a creative and entrepreneurial family led Abbie to become an author What helped her to generate a large number of initial reviews for her 1st book that now has over 2.2K reviews The key to creating relatable characters that resonate with readers How writing nonfiction taught her the importance of simplifying complex topics and deciding what information to exclude Three major lessons she learned from starting, growing, and running her podcast Abbie’s Site: https://abbieemmonsauthor.com/make-your-story-matter Abbie’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07RS9LBPF/allbooks Abbie’s Podcast, “The Kate and Abbie Show”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kate-and-abbie-show/id1501883200 The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 242 – The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield (@James_Redfield): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/242-the-celestine-prophecy-by-james-redfield-james_redfield/ 1096 – Beating Resistance and Turning Setbacks Into Literary Breakthroughs with Steven Pressfield: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/beating-resistance-and-turning-setbacks-into-literary-breakthroughs-with-steven-pressfield-spressf/ 880 – Success Insights from a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author with Christopher Greyson (@Chris_Greyson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-880-success-insights-from-a-wall-street-journal-bestselling-author-with-christopher-greyson/ 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/ 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/ 983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/ 1100 – The Burning Ground and the Courage to Live Your Greatest Story with Celinne Da Costa (@CelinneDaCosta): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/the-burning-ground-and-the-courage-to-live-your-greatest-story-with-celinne-da-costa-celinnedacost/ 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/ 1029 – Unlock Your Creativity & Make Life Your Biggest Art Project with Pia Mailhot-Leichter (@pialeichter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1029-unlock-your-creativity-make-life-your-biggest-art-project-with-pia-mailhot-leichter-p/ #Bonus Ep. – From Idea to Finished Manuscript with Chandler Bolt (@self_pub_school): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-idea-to-finished-manuscript-with-chandler-bolt-self_pub_school/ 670 – The Bestselling Book Formula with Honorée Corder (@Honoree): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-670-the-bestselling-book-formula-with-honoree-corder-honoree/

  • September 21 · 51 min

    Ep. 1115 – From Burned-Out Educational Leader to Boundless Creative Mompreneur with Nataliya Falevich

    "Don't wait for your life to become less busy before you honor your creativity." – Nataliya Falevich Today’s featured author is a mompreneur, speech-language pathologist, artist, and speaker, Nataliya Falevich. Nataliya and I had a fun on a bun chat about her 1st book, “Velvet Blade: Requiem for Captivity”, her journey from immigrating from Moscow at 22 to earning three master's degrees while raising three children, why burnout can be a signal that transformation is overdue, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How a single, honest moment of self-reflection can become the catalyst for a complete life reinvention What Nataliya learned about herself while writing her book Why writing a book can be a tool for your personal growth Some insights on how to honor your creativity as a busy parent Nataliya’s Site: https://nataliyafalevich.com/ Nataliya’s Books: https://a.co/d/0aUERYPW The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 913 – How a Master's Thesis Became a Published Novel with Kristina Smeriglio (@kristysmeriglio): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-913-how-a-masters-thesis-became-a-published-novel-with-kristina-smeriglio-kristysmeriglio/ 1110 – You're Allowed To Quit and Create Something Better with Kate Kayaian (@kate_kayaian): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/youre-allowed-to-quit-and-create-something-better-with-kate-kayaian-kate_kayaian/ 884 – How to Go From Stuck to Unstoppable with Murielle Marie Ungricht: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-884-how-to-go-from-stuck-to-unstoppable-with-murielle-marie-ungricht/ 727 – Personal Growth Through Intentional Living & Interior Design with Shana Francesca: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-727-personal-growth-through-intentional-living-interior-design-with-shana-francesca/ 1100 – The Burning Ground and the Courage to Live Your Greatest Story with Celinne Da Costa (@CelinneDaCosta): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/the-burning-ground-and-the-courage-to-live-your-greatest-story-with-celinne-da-costa-celinnedacost/ 1029 – Unlock Your Creativity & Make Life Your Biggest Art Project with Pia Mailhot-Leichter (@pialeichter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1029-unlock-your-creativity-make-life-your-biggest-art-project-with-pia-mailhot-leichter-p/ 1008 – From Art Critic to Celebrity Insider with Nadja Sayej (@nadjasayej): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1008-from-art-critic-to-celebrity-insider-with-nadja-sayej-nadjasayej/ 1045 – Transforming Disney Dreams Into Dark Romance Novels with Bria Rose: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1045-transforming-disney-dreams-into-dark-romance-novels-with-bria-rose/ 963 – Navigating Creative Doubt to Reach the Publishing Promised Land with J.F. Monroe: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-963-navigating-creative-doubt-to-reach-the-publishing-promised-land-with-jf-monroe/ 1068 – Blending Entrepreneurial Drive with High-Octane Romantic Suspense with Lori Zoss: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1068-blending-entrepreneurial-drive-with-high-octane-romantic-suspense-with-lori-zoss/ 780 – She is You with Felicity Nicole: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-780-she-is-you-with-felicity-nicole/ 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/

  • September 14 · 36 min

    Ep. 1114 – From Side Hustle to Global Franchise with Michael Black

    “Your success is determined by your need. How badly do you want it? That's what really gets you to where you want to be.” – Michael Black Today’s featured bestselling author is an entrepreneur, and Founder and CEO of Success Tutoring, Michael Black. Michael and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Millionaire Tutor: Escape Your Soul-Crushing 9-to-5 by Building an Outrageously Profitable Tutoring Business!”, his journey from selling keyboard covers in grade school to building an international tutoring franchise, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Michael to become an author and publish his book What motivated him to start his tutoring franchise, Success Tutoring Why authenticity is required for business success What major setback actually was a setup for Michael‘s success Some tips for franchise owners and those considering buying a franchise Michael’s Site: https://www.successtutoring.com/ Michael’s Book: https://a.co/d/0iuVoblN The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 281 – No More Average with Andy Audate (@andyaudate): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/281-no-more-average-with-andy-audate-andyaudate/ 1053 – From Chick-fil-A to Full-Time Business Coach with Jacob Karnes (@jacobkarnes): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1053-from-chick-fil-a-to-full-time-business-coach-with-jacob-karnes-jacobkarnes/ 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/ 1082 – Reclaim What Lights You Up & Dominate Your Next Chapter with Sheekha Singh (@ssheekha): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1082-reclaim-what-lights-you-up-dominate-your-next-chapter-with-sheekha-singh-ssheekha/ 1022 – Embrace Imperfection, Execute Relentlessly, & Embrace Your Inner Underdog with Roy Redd (@royredd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1022-embrace-imperfection-execute-relentlessly-embrace-your-inner-underdog-with-roy-redd/ 139 - Take Focused Action & Get Results with Brian J. Olds (@BSNSpeaks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/139-take-focused-action-get-results-with-brian-j-olds-bsnspeaks/ #GNPYear3 Bonus Episode 5 – Money Honey with Rachel Richards (@MoneyHoneyRach): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear3-bonus-episode-5-money-honey-with-rachel-richards-moneyhoneyrach/ 1002 – Why Living With Intention Is The Key to Mastering Life with Bianca D'Alessio: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1002-why-living-with-intention-is-the-key-to-mastering-life-with-bianca-dalessio/ 959 – How Networking Can Unlock & Advance Your Professional Growth with Michael Morgan: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-959-how-networking-can-unlock-advance-your-professional-growth-with-michael-morgan/ 518 – Launch With God with Zach Windahl (@zachwindahl): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-518-launch-with-god-with-zach-windahl-zachwindahl/ 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/ 501 – Everyone Is an Entrepreneur with Gregory Diehl (@GregoryVDiehl): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-501-everyone-is-an-entrepreneur-with-gregory-diehl-gregoryvdiehl/

  • September 10 · 50 min

    Ep. 1113 – Using Empathy to Transform Pain Into Public Good with Liz Moyer Benferhat (@WeHealforAll)

    “Emotions aren't here just to overwhelm us. They're actually here to guide us.” – Liz Moyer Benferhat Today’s featured fellow bestselling bookcaster is a wife, mom, empath, changemaker, teacher, facilitator, and sustainable development practitioner, Liz Moyer Benferhat. Liz and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “When the World Hurts: Why the World’s Pain Makes Sense—and What You Can Do About It”, the importance of emotional intelligence in polarized times, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How feeling the world's pain led Liz from traditional nonprofit work to a more spiritual, healing-centered approach Her approach to her transition from a stable job to entrepreneurship Her personal strategy for connecting with family members who have different political views Three major lessons she learned from starting, growing, and running her podcast Liz’s Site: https://www.wehealforall.com/ Liz’s Book: https://a.co/d/00Lzebc5 Liz’s Podcast, “We Heal For All”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-heal-for-all-the-collective-healing-podcast/id1886244501 The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 800 – The Power of Eight with Lynne McTaggart (@LynneMcTaggart): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-800-the-power-of-eight-with-lynne-mctaggart-lynnemctaggart/ #FourFoldFormula Ep. – Waiting for Half-and-Half with Gina Lobito: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/fourfoldformula-ep-waiting-for-half-and-half-with-gina-lobito/ 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/ 169 - The Second Wave with Kerri Hummingbird (@KerriHummingbrd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/169-the-second-wave-with-kerri-hummingbird-kerrihummingbrd/ 661 – Inner Medicine with Kerri Hummingbird (@KerriHummingbrd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-661-inner-medicine-with-kerri-hummingbird-kerrihummingbrd/ 495 – Divine Mother Healing with Connie Huebner (@AskDivineMother): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-495-divine-mother-healing-with-connie-huebner-askdivinemother/ 633 – Remembering Qualities of Your Soul with Dr. Paul Hannah: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-633-remembering-qualities-of-your-soul-with-dr-paul-hannah/ 262 – Live Inspired with Laura Staley (@laura_cherish): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/262-live-inspired-with-laura-staley-laura_cherish/ 1095 – From Tap Dancing World Records to Healing Ancestral Trauma with Heather Ann Ferri: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/from-tap-dancing-world-records-to-healing-ancestral-trauma-with-heather-ann-ferri/ 1111 – Choosing Peace Through Loss, Change, and Life's Unexpected Turns with Dr. Katie Eastman: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/choosing-peace-through-loss-change-and-lifes-unexpected-turns-with-dr-katie-eastman/ 1093 – From Mexican Jumping Beans to Bestselling Guidebooks with Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino (@BestEverYou): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/from-mexican-jumping-beans-to-bestselling-guidebooks-with-elizabeth-hamilton-guarino-besteveryou/ 982 – Turning Trauma Into Triumph Through Storytelling with Marcy Pusey: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-982-turning-trauma-into-triumph-through-storytelling-with-marcy-pusey/

  • September 5 · 51 min

    Ep. 1112 – From Ground Zero to Financial and Spiritual Hero with Rev. Dr. Nicole B. Simpson (@nicolebsimpson)

    “Lead them to Christ, not to you. Or you will burn yourself out quick, fast, and in a hurry.” – Rev. Dr. Nicole B. Simpson Today’s featured bestselling and multi-award-winning author is a 9/11 survivor, TEDx speaker, thought leader, philanthropist, and the founder and CEO of Harvest Wealth Financial, Rev. Dr. Nicole B. Simpson, CFP®. Rev. Dr. Nicole and I had a chat about her books, her remarkable journey from escaping the 73rd floor of Tower Two of the World Trade Center to building a ministry and financial practice, leadership lessons from the pulpit, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What it was like being on the 73rd floor of Tower Two during the 9/11 attacks The importance of financial literacy and economic justice in underserved communities How her first book led to a paid speaking opportunity and some of what she’s learned since then Rev. Dr. Nicole’s disciplined approach to writing and how she coaches other authors to structure their process Her top 3 leadership lessons from being a pastor Rev. Dr. Nicole’s Site: https://www.nicolebsimpson.com/ Rev. Dr. Nicole’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00345M1UK/allbooks Rev. Dr. Nicole’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/FbAAjyROLoE?si=6XF1ohJBvG-vnauZ The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 1065 – Leadership Lessons from the Black Church with L. Michelle Smith (@lmichellespeaks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1065-leadership-lessons-from-the-black-church-with-l-michelle-smith-lmichellespeaks/ 225 – Empowered to Win with Rev. Allison G. Daniels (@AllisonDaniels9): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/225-empowered-to-win-with-rev-allison-g-daniels-allisondaniels9/ #GNPYear1 Bonus Episode 2 - Building An Economic Legacy with Antonio T. Smith Jr. (@TheATSJr): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear1-bonus-episode-2-building-an-economic-legacy-with-antonio-t-smith-jr-theatsjr/ 658 – How to Make Your Money Grow Like Trees Through Biblical Principles with Angela and Charles Todd (@moneymike_gang): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-658-how-to-make-your-money-grow-like-trees-through-biblical-principles-with-angela-and-charles-todd-moneymike_gang/ 1056 – Faith Driven Leadership Tips for Living a Both/And Life with Dr. Kevin Foreman (@bishopforeman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1056-faith-driven-leadership-tips-for-living-a-bothand-life-with-dr-kevin-foreman-bishopfo/ #Holiday Bonus Ep. – Happy Money with Ken Honda: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-happy-money-with-ken-honda-kenhondahappy/ 1016 – Hustle, Flow, or Let It Go? with Dr. Portia Preston: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1016-hustle-flow-or-let-it-go-with-dr-portia-preston/ 497 – The Financial Mindset Fix with Joyce Marter (@Joyce_Marter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-497-the-financial-mindset-fix-with-joyce-marter-joyce_marter/ 100 - Habits of Highly Broke People with Dipo Adesina: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/100-habits-of-highly-broke-people-with-dipo-adesina-dipo_adesina/ 1083 – Can't Break Me with Kevin “KAYR” Robinson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1083-cant-break-me-with-kevin-kayr-robinson/ 295.5 (Charm City Bonus Episode) – Kingdom Stewardship with Cheing Laron: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-2955-charm-city-bonus-episode-kingdom-stewardship-with-cheing-laron-eagleswingscls/ 1099 – A Charge to Keep with Rev. Kevin T. Taylor: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/a-charge-to-keep-with-rev-kevin-t-taylor/

  • August 27 · 33 min

    Ep. 1111 – Choosing Peace Through Loss, Change, and Life's Unexpected Turns with Dr. Katie Eastman

    "Never underestimate yourself because the things that you think you're bad at now, you can be great at later." – Dr. Katie Eastman Today’s featured bestselling author is a licensed psychotherapist, master grief coach, global keynote speaker, compassionate change coach, organizational change consultant, and Co-Founder of the Best Ever You Network, Dr. Katie Eastman. Dr. Katie and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “The Peace Guidebook: How to Cultivate Hope, Healing, and Harmony for the Good of Humankind”, the peaceful pause technique, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How meeting the pioneer of the Five Stages of Grief inspired Dr. Katie to focus on how to live What it was like to co-author another book with Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino How faith plays a major role in both her life and work What kids know about peace that adults forget What major setback actually helped her to create more success Dr. Katie’s Site: https://www.percolatepeace.com/ Dr. Katie’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0D1L9PV1R/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 1093 – From Mexican Jumping Beans to Bestselling Guidebooks with Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino (@BestEverYou): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/from-mexican-jumping-beans-to-bestselling-guidebooks-with-elizabeth-hamilton-guarino-besteveryou/ 1003 – From Orphan to United Nations Peacekeeper with Christine Sadry: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1003-from-orphan-to-united-nations-peacekeeper-with-christine-sadry/ 825 – One Woman's Story of Survival & Courageous Leadership in Syria with Dr. Amani Ballour (@AmaniBallour): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-825-one-womans-story-of-survival-courageous-leadership-in-syria-with-dr-amani-ballour-am/ 434 – A Soldier's Journey from War to Peace with Claude AnShin Thomas: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-434-a-soldiers-journey-from-war-to-peace-with-claude-anshin-thomas/ 983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell (@saracconnell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/ 681 – Make Someone's Moment Through Podcasting with Kelly Smith: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-681-make-someones-moment-through-podcasting-with-kelly-smith/ 836 – The 6% Club with Dr. Michelle Rozen (@DrMichelleRozen): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-836-the-6-club-with-dr-michelle-rozen-drmichellerozen/ 378 – “Writing Adventures with The Dialogue Doctor” with Jeff Elkins (@Jffelkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-378-writing-adventures-with-the-dialogue-doctor-with-jeff-elkins-jffelkins/ 586 – Flipping Bad Situations into Joyful Children’s Books with Violet Lemay (@violetlemay): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-586-flipping-bad-situations-into-joyful-childrens-books-with-violet-lemay-violetlemay/ 785 – The Enjoyment Gap with Mandy Barbee Lanier (@mandyblanier): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-785-the-enjoyment-gap-with-mandy-barbee-lanier-mandyblanier/ 75 - Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To with Julie Potiker (@JuliePotiker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/75-life-falls-apart-but-you-dont-have-to-with-julie-potiker-juliepotiker/ 263 – The Power of a Peaceful Woman with Jennifer Forster: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/263-the-power-of-a-peaceful-woman-with-jennifer-forster/ 678 – The Profit of Kindness with Jill Lublin (@JillLublin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-678-the-profit-of-kindness-with-jill-lublin-jilllublin/

  • August 23 · 48 min

    Ep. 1110 – You're Allowed To Quit and Create Something Better with Kate Kayaian (@kate_kayaian)

    “Where people get stuck is when they find themselves doing a lot of what I call ‘rocking chair tasks,’ which are those things where, like, you feel like you're in motion, but you're not going anywhere.” – Kate Kayaian Today’s featured fellow bestselling bookcaster is a former professional concert cellist, coach, keynote speaker, career strategist, and President and Artistic Director of the Bermuda Philharmonic Orchestra, Kate Kayaian. Kate and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers,” her journey from questioning her classical music career to coaching creatives through mental blocks, the power of journaling, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What led Kate to choose the cello and go pro with playing it A powerful question for determining what's truly important in your life The crucial time awareness technique she used for staying focused and productive during her book writing process What it means to truly go beyond your potential Kate’s Site: https://katekayaian.com/ Kate’s Book: https://a.co/d/0jb8T2Mz Kate’s Podcast, “Tales from the Lane”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-the-lane/id1724180457 The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 1046 – Unlock Artistic Insight & Innovation Through CreativitRy with Dr. Stan Lai: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1046-unlock-artistic-insight-innovation-through-creativitry-with-dr-stan-lai/ 1029 – Unlock Your Creativity & Make Life Your Biggest Art Project with Pia Mailhot-Leichter (@pialeichter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1029-unlock-your-creativity-make-life-your-biggest-art-project-with-pia-mailhot-leichter-p/ 884 – How to Go From Stuck to Unstoppable with Murielle Marie Ungricht: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-884-how-to-go-from-stuck-to-unstoppable-with-murielle-marie-ungricht/ 875 – How To Unlock Your True Potential Through Empowerment with Laura Brennan Ballet: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-875-how-to-you-unlock-your-true-potential-through-empowerment-with-laura-brennan-ballet/ 983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell (@saracconnell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/ 1100 – The Burning Ground and the Courage to Live Your Greatest Story with Celinne Da Costa (@CelinneDaCosta): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/the-burning-ground-and-the-courage-to-live-your-greatest-story-with-celinne-da-costa-celinnedacost/ 618 – A Book About You with David Green: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-618-a-book-about-you-with-david-green/ 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/ 1082 – Reclaim What Lights You Up & Dominate Your Next Chapter with Sheekha Singh (@ssheekha): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1082-reclaim-what-lights-you-up-dominate-your-next-chapter-with-sheekha-singh-ssheekha/ 967 – Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades with Kristin Massey (@TheJOATbook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-967-life-lessons-from-a-jill-of-all-trades-with-kristin-massey-thejoatbook/ 222 – The Journey to Cloud Nine with Jordan Gross: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/222-the-journey-to-cloud-nine-with-jordan-gross/

  • August 21 · 47 min

    Ep. 1109 – From Ballerina Dreams to Uncovering WWII Family Secrets with Dr. Caroline Crocker (@crocker_ic)

    “When I started having grandkids, I found that a good way to keep them entertained and to keep them from misbehaving was to tell them stories. So, I told them stories.” – Dr. Caroline Crocker Today’s featured author is a wife, grandmom, international speaker, historian, retired research biologist, professor, and nonprofit leader, Dr. Caroline Crocker. Dr. Caroline and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, faith journey, advice to aspiring authors, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Dr. Caroline to become an author What sparked the transition from children’s books to novels inspired by her family history How her scientific background influences her writing and how she stays organized with multiple projects Some interesting findings from her research for her upcoming book, The Truth Was Different Dr. Caroline’s Site: https://ramblingruminations.com/ Dr. Caroline’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00A83XIHG/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 811 – American Wolf with Dr. Audrey Birnbaum (@audee24): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-811-american-wolf-with-dr-audrey-birnbaum-audee24/ 1061 – From Wildlife Biologist To Award-Winning Novelist with Laura Frost (@LFrostWrites): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1061-from-wildlife-biologist-to-award-winning-novelist-with-laura-frost-lfrostwrites/ 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/ 979 – From Anthills to Authorship with Ron Kinscherf (@Papatellmeabook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-979-from-anthills-to-authorship-with-ron-kinscherf-papatellmeabook/ 689 – There Are (No) Stupid Questions . . . in Science with Leah Elson (@gnarlybygnature): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-689-there-are-no-stupid-questions-in-science-with-leah-elson-gnarlybygnature/ 847 – That Summer She Found Her Voice with Jean Burgess, PhD: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-847-that-summer-she-found-her-voice-with-jean-burgess-phd/ 1074 – Retirement Without Losing Your Purpose or Identity with Dr. Corinne Auman: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1074-retirement-without-losing-your-purpose-or-identity-with-dr-corinne-auman/ #Holiday Bonus Ep. – Bird of Paradise with Emily Johnson (@elhughes01): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-bird-of-paradise-with-emily-johnson-elhughes01/ 1093 – From Mexican Jumping Beans to Bestselling Guidebooks with Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino (@BestEverYou): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/from-mexican-jumping-beans-to-bestselling-guidebooks-with-elizabeth-hamilton-guarino-besteveryou/ 1003 – From Orphan to United Nations Peacekeeper with Christine Sadry: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1003-from-orphan-to-united-nations-peacekeeper-with-christine-sadry/ 1104 – AI, Animals, and Giving Away 1,000 Smiles with Bret Ridgway (@bridgway): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ai-animals-and-giving-away-1000-smiles-with-bret-ridgway-bridgway/ 698 – From Scrubs to Award-Winning Stories with Debra Blaine (@debrablainemd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-698-from-scrubs-to-award-winning-stories-with-debra-blaine-debrablainemd/

  • August 17 · 36 min

    Ep. 1108 – Why Modern Authors and Leaders Must Embrace AI to Win with Alinka Rutkowska (@AlinkaRutkowska | @LeadersPress)

    “You're going to have either a book or an excuse of why you don't have a book.” – Alinka Rutkowska Today’s featured USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author is a mom, wife, speaker, entrepreneur, and the co-founder of Leaders Brands, Alinka Rutkowska. Alinka and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her transition from an unfulfilling corporate career to entrepreneurship, how she uses AI for her daily business operations, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Alinka to become a writer Why her company embraces AI and prefers clients who are also forward-thinking and adaptable to new technology What major setback led her to create more success Her writing routine for putting out good content How AI is not just a tool but should be native to business operations for maximum efficiency Alinka’s Site: https://www.leadersbrands.ae/ Alinka’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0040KKTUC/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 835 – Turn Words Into Wealth with Aurora Winter, MBA: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-835-turn-words-into-wealth-with-aurora-winter-mba-aurorawintermba/ 1038 – From Bulgaria to Publishing Success by Finding Your Unique Voice with Katerina Stoykova (@Katya_Stoykova): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1038-from-bulgaria-to-publishing-success-by-finding-your-unique-voice-with-katerina-stoykova/ 983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/ 670 – The Bestselling Book Formula with Honorée Corder (@Honoree): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-670-the-bestselling-book-formula-with-honoree-corder-honoree/ 1071 – Self-Publishing Tips for A Successful Author Career with Wiebke Tasch: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1071-self-publishing-tips-for-a-successful-author-career-with-wiebke-tasch-wiebke_tasch/ 1096 – Beating Resistance and Turning Setbacks Into Literary Breakthroughs with Steven Pressfield: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/beating-resistance-and-turning-setbacks-into-literary-breakthroughs-with-steven-pressfield-spressf/ 880 – Success Insights from a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author with Christopher Greyson (@Chris_Greyson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-880-success-insights-from-a-wall-street-journal-bestselling-author-with-christopher-greyson/ #Bonus Ep. – From Idea to Finished Manuscript with Chandler Bolt (@self_pub_school): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-idea-to-finished-manuscript-with-chandler-bolt-self_pub_school/ 712 – When Your Heart Says to Leave a Legacy with Bridget Cook-Burch: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-712-when-your-heart-says-to-leave-a-legacy-with-bridget-cook-burch-inspiritwriter/ 837 – Make Your Author emPact with Stephanie Feger (@stephaniefeger): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-837-make-your-author-empact-with-stephanie-feger-stephaniefeger/ 216 – The Write Way with Amy Collins (@askamycollins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/216-the-write-way-with-amy-collins-askamycollins/ 637 – The Rough Guide to Awesome Leadership with Elena Agaragimova): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-637-the-rough-guide-to-awesome-leadership-with-elena-agaragimova-elenaagaragi/ 1089 – Why You Need to Outsource Everything But Your Passion with Kelly Lorenzen, PMP: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/why-you-need-to-outsource-everything-but-your-passion-with-kelly-lorenzen-pmp/

  • August 15 · 40 min

    Ep. 1107 – The Superman Wars and the Superpower of Protecting Your Work with William Bernhardt (@wbernhardt)

    “I got my first rejection letter when I was 11… But I kept with it, and eventually it paid off.” – William Bernhardt Today’s featured award-winning, #1 bestselling bookcaster is a husband, father, publisher, former trial attorney, and the founder of WriterCon, Oklahoma’s Renaissance Man, William “Bill” Bernhardt. Bill and I had a fun on a bun chat about his latest book, “The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice, and an American Icon”, the importance of intellectual property protection for creators, WriterCon, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Bill to write a comprehensive book about Superman's creators Why aspiring authors should learn the business of publishing in addition to mastering the craft of writing Why you should never sign a contract without a professional second opinion The difference between a legitimate publisher and a vanity press scam Why it’s important to make time for adventure and meaningful experiences before life gets in the way Bill’s Site: https://williambernhardt.com/ Bill’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000APOS7G/allbooks Bill’s Podcast, “WriterCon Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/writercon/id1435816061 The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… #BaltimoreAuthor Bonus Ep. - Navigating Contracts, Marketing, and Creative Growth with Jean Burgess, PhD: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/baltimoreauthor-bonus-ep-navigating-contracts-marketing-and-creative-growth-with-jean-burgess/ 1096 – Beating Resistance and Turning Setbacks Into Literary Breakthroughs with Steven Pressfield (@SPressfield): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/beating-resistance-and-turning-setbacks-into-literary-breakthroughs-with-steven-pressfield-spressf/ 880 – Success Insights from a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author with Christopher Greyson (@Chris_Greyson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-880-success-insights-from-a-wall-street-journal-bestselling-author-with-christopher-greyson/ 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/ 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/ 216 – The Write Way with Amy Collins (@askamycollins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/216-the-write-way-with-amy-collins-askamycollins/ 1081 – From Doubleday Editor to Captivating 1970s Fiction Podcast Host with Laura Van Wormer (@LauraVanWormer): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1081-from-doubleday-editor-to-captivating-1970s-fiction-podcast-host-with-laura-van-wormer-l/ 999 – How Storytelling, Unicorns & Coffee Brew More Life Magic with Gwen Tolios (@GwenTolios): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-999-how-storytelling-unicorns-coffee-brew-more-life-magic-with-gwen-tolios-gwentolios/ 1012 – How Happy People Think & Rebound From Disappointment with Andrew Byrnes Matthews: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1012-how-happy-people-think-rebound-from-disappointment-with-andrew-byrnes-matthews/ 752 – The Speaker's Edge with Ken Lizotte (@kenlizotte): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-752-the-speakers-edge-with-ken-lizotte-kenlizotte/ 332 – Her Perfect Life with Hank Phillippi Ryan (@HankPRyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-332-her-perfect-life-with-hank-phillippi-ryan-hankpryan/

  • August 14 · 47 min

    Ep. 1106 – Accessing Divine Guidance and the Courage to Follow Your Calling with Dr. Alisha Das (@AlishaKDas)

    “I thought I would write this book 20 years ago, and it's a very different book than I would have written 20 years ago. So, for y'all who are thinking, oh, I should write the book, I should write the book, maybe your timing is perfect.” – Dr. Alisha Das Today’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a mom, spiritual counselor, intuitive, poet, and angel expert, Dr. Alisha Das. Dr. Alisha and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “Your Angelic Ancestry: Discover Your Archangelic Name, Heritage, and Higher Purpose”, common myths about angels, her hope for humanity’s future, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: How to connect with angels What inspired Dr. Alisha to write “Your Angelic Ancestry” and what she learned through the whole book publishing process Three major lessons she learned from starting, growing, and running her podcast What setback Dr. Alisha had that became a setup for her to have more success Dr. Alisha’s Site: https://alishadas.com/ Dr. Alisha’s Book: https://a.co/d/038t1W5R Dr. Alisha’s Podcast, “Live Your Love”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-your-love-the-alisha-das-show/id1674440417 The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 921 – From WWE Superstar to Spiritual Mentor with Joy Giovanni: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-921-from-wwe-diva-to-spiritual-mentor-with-joy-giovanni-joygiovanni/ #M2M Bonus Ep. – From Disco Queen to Divine Angel with Sister Dr. Jenna (@americameditate): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/m2m-bonus-from-disco-queen-to-divine-angel-with-sister-dr-jenna-americameditate/ 800 – The Power of Eight with Lynne McTaggart (@LynneMcTaggart): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-800-the-power-of-eight-with-lynne-mctaggart-lynnemctaggart/ 242 – The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield (@James_Redfield): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/242-the-celestine-prophecy-by-james-redfield-james_redfield/ 103 - Angels of New York with Sylvia Moss (@AngelsofNYbook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/103-angels-of-new-york-with-sylvia-moss-angelsofnybook/ 598 – An Awakening with Shiva Kumar: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-598-an-awakening-with-shiva-kumar-shivaarc1242/ 686 – Humanity's Cry for Change with Kate Heartsong (@KateHeartsong): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-686-humanitys-cry-for-change-with-kate-heartsong-kateheartsong/ 1095 – From Tap Dancing World Records to Healing Ancestral Trauma with Heather Ann Ferri: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/from-tap-dancing-world-records-to-healing-ancestral-trauma-with-heather-ann-ferri/ 975 – Awaken The Authentic & Connected Author Within with Inna Segal: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-975-awaken-the-authentic-connected-author-within-with-inna-segal-innasegalauthor/ #GNPYear2 Episode 2 - Lead An Uncompromised Life with Lori Spagna (@LoriSpagna): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear2-episode-2-lead-an-uncompromised-life-with-lori-spagna-lorispagna/ 453 – The Psychic Yellow Brick Road with Corbie Mitleid (@CorbieMitleid): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-453-the-psychic-yellow-brick-road-with-corbie-mitleid-corbiemitleid/ 960 – The Power of the Actor with Ivana Chubbuck (@ivanachubbuck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-960-the-power-of-the-actor-with-ivana-chubbuck-ivanachubbuck/ 169 - The Second Wave with Kerri Hummingbird (@KerriHummingbrd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/169-the-second-wave-with-kerri-hummingbird-kerrihummingbrd/

  • August 11 · 39 min

    Ep. 1105 – The Onion Founder’s Secrets to Hatching Ideas Like Clockwork with Scott Dikkers (@ScottDikkers)

    “Work tirelessly on the things that you love. Don't worry about ‘failing.’ Don't worry about producing work that you don't think is any good, because that's an essential crucible that you have to get through.” – Scott Dikkers Today’s featured #1 New York Times bestselling author is a keynote speaker, Peabody Award Winner, Thurber Prize winner for American Humor, and the founder of TheOnion.com, Scott Dikkers. Scott and I had a fun on a bun chat about his latest book, “Creativity Machine: How to Innovate, Brainstorm, and Hatch Great Ideas on Command”, his unconventional midnight writing schedule, mentoring talent, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: What inspired Scott’s new book, “Creativity Machine” Some of the common myths about creativity How experience has improved his ability to connect with an audience What setback led to Scott creating more success Scott’s Site: https://www.scottdikkers.com/ Scott’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001IGFMTE/allbooks Scott’s Substack: https://scottdikkers.substack.com/ Scott’s App: https://comedymastermind.com/ The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… 944 – From Comedy Central to Crafting Thrillers in "What She's Hiding" with Art Bell (@ArtBellwriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-944-from-comedy-central-to-crafting-thrillers-in-what-shes-hiding-with-art-bell-artbellwr/ 1096 – Beating Resistance and Turning Setbacks Into Literary Breakthroughs with Steven Pressfield: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/beating-resistance-and-turning-setbacks-into-literary-breakthroughs-with-steven-pressfield-spressf/ 763 – The Improv Mindset with Keith Saltojanes (@keithsaltojanes): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-763-the-improv-mindset-with-keith-saltojanes-keithsaltojanes/ 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/ 273 – Rewiring Your Brain For Manifestation Success with Bob Doyle: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/273-rewiring-your-brain-for-manifestation-success-with-bob-doyle-bobdoyle/ 1046 – Unlock Artistic Insight & Innovation Through CreativitRy with Dr. Stan Lai: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1046-unlock-artistic-insight-innovation-through-creativitry-with-dr-stan-lai/ 301 – Transformative Creativity with Firdaus Kharas (@Culture_Shift): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-301-transformative-creativity-with-firdaus-kharas-culture_shift/ 1069 – Keeping the Dream Alive with Greig Watts: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1069-keeping-the-dream-alive-with-greig-watts/ 1103 – AI and the Race to Save Democracy with Dr. Beth Simone Noveck (@bethnoveck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ai-and-the-race-to-save-democracy-with-dr-beth-simone-noveck-bethnoveck/ 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/ 378 – Writing Adventures with The Dialogue Doctor with Jeff Elkins: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-378-writing-adventures-with-the-dialogue-doctor-with-jeff-elkins-jffelkins/ 884 – How to Go From Stuck to Unstoppable with Murielle Marie Ungricht: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-884-how-to-go-from-stuck-to-unstoppable-with-murielle-marie-ungricht/ 1 - Burn the Box with Shawn Purvis @shawnepurvis: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/1-burn-the-box-with-shawn-purvis-shawnepurvis/

  • August 8 · 33 min

    Ep. 1104 – AI, Animals, and Giving Away 1,000 Smiles with Bret Ridgway (@bridgway)

    “You got to come first from a giving standpoint rather than from a taking standpoint.” – Bret Ridgway Today’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a 25-year veteran of the speaking industry, marketer for small businesses, and entrepreneur, Bret Ridgway. Bret and I had a fun chat about his new kids’ book, “Games Animals Play (When We're Not Looking)”, transitioning from writing business books to children's books, and his mission to donate 1,000 copies to schools and communities in 2026, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How Bret’s grandchildren and the phrase "crickets playing croquet" inspired his new children's book series What’s the difference between writing for children and adults The fastest way to feel better about yourself What one skill has he learned and sharpened since his last appearance on the show Bret’s Site: https://laughandlearnlibrary.com/ Bret’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004WEH2Z6/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 645 – How to Build a #Profitable Speaking Business with Bret Ridgway (@bridgway): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-645-how-to-build-a-profitable-speaking-business-with-bret-ridgway-bridgway/ 327 – The Go-Giver Way of Elite Performance with Bob Burg (@BobBurg): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-327-the-go-giver-way-of-elite-performance-with-bob-burg-bobburg/ 979 – From Anthills to Authorship with Ron Kinscherf (@Papatellmeabook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-979-from-anthills-to-authorship-with-ron-kinscherf-papatellmeabook/ 586 – Flipping Bad Situations into Joyful Children’s Books with Violet Lemay (@violetlemay): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-586-flipping-bad-situations-into-joyful-childrens-books-with-violet-lemay-violetlemay/ 793 – How to Bounce Back as a Children's Book Author with Rella B. (@RellaBBooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-793-how-to-bounce-back-as-a-childrens-book-author-with-rella-b-rellabbooks/ 559 - Picky Patrick With Eleni Fuiaxis (@EleniFuiaxis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-559-picky-patrick-with-eleni-fuiaxis-elenifuiaxis/ 1032 – A Grandmother's Fight for Disability Representation in Books with T. L. McCoy (@BlueRoundBG): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1032-a-grandmothers-fight-for-disability-representation-in-books-with-t-l-mccoy-blueround/ 1075 – From Classroom Bells to Children's Books with Kirsten Telan (@ktelan1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1075-from-classroom-bells-to-childrens-books-with-kirsten-telan-ktelan1/ 1087 – Becoming a Multi-Genre Author and Creative Force After 50 with Teri Brown (@TeriMBrown1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/becoming-a-multi-genre-author-and-creative-force-after-50-with-teri-brown-terimbrown1/ 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/

  • August 4 · 41 min

    Ep. 1103 – AI and the Race to Save Democracy with Dr. Beth Simone Noveck (@bethnoveck)

    “We were not really talking about sort of that messy middle, perhaps the much less exciting, much less headline grabbing set of stories about what ordinary people are doing here and now to use these tools to solve problems in their communities.” – Dr. Beth Simone Noveck Today’s featured author is a professor, former U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer, director of The Governance Lab, and director of the Burnes Center for Social Change, Dr. Beth Simone Noveck. Dr. Beth and I had a fun on bun chat about her new book, “Reboot: AI and the Race to Save Democracy”, common misconceptions surrounding AI, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn: How Dr. Beth’s mother's use of early technology for business sparked her interest in tech for social good How AI can strengthen democratic institutions and empower communities Some positive uses of AI beyond the common apocalypse or hype narratives What AI tools does she use in her daily life Dr. Beth’s Site: https://rebootdemocracy.ai/ Dr. Beth’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JS8BOY/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 1027 – How Viral Beliefs Sparked a Nationwide Culture Clash with Alison Lea Sher: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1027-how-viral-beliefs-sparked-a-nationwide-culture-clash-with-alison-lea-sher/ 356 – The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness with Thomas R. Williams (@MrTRWilliams): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-356-the-relentless-pursuit-of-greatness-with-thomas-r-williams-mrtrwilliams/ 792 – Growing Up in Haiti, Promoting Health Equity, and Navigating Entrepreneurship with Venchele Saint Dic (@VencheleD): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-792-growing-up-in-haiti-promoting-health-equity-and-navigating-entrepreneurship-with-venchel/ 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/ 671 – The Last Ark with Guy Morris (@guymorrisbooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-671-the-last-ark-with-guy-morris-guymorrisbooks/ 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/

  • August 2 · 50 min

    Ep. 1102 – From Rodeo Cowgirl to Backcountry Bestselling Author with Lisa Michelle

    “Being out in nature and in the wilderness has always, always provided me with something, whether it be the answer I needed or something that I didn't even know I needed.” – Lisa Michelle Today’s featured bestselling and award-winning author is a grandma, former rodeo cowgirl, award-winning screenwriter, filmmaker, and lover of snowstorms, Lisa Michelle. Lisa and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “True Nature: Hidden in the High Sierra —An Adventure Memoir”, candid advice on building writing confidence, handling negative reviews, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn: Lisa’s journey from rodeo cowgirl to screenwriter and how that visual writing style influenced her transition to novels Why it’s important to use accurate research in fiction writing to maintain credibility as a writer What inspired Lisa to write her memoir despite her love for psychological thrillers and not wanting to publish nonfiction books The encounter that solidified her resolve to write her memoir Lisa’s Site: https://www.lisamichellestories.com/ Lisa’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0847SPYKD/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 330 – A Long Way from Ordinary with Ann Charles: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-330-a-long-way-from-ordinary-with-ann-charles-annwcharles/ 551 – Rewilding with Dr. Kristy Vanacore: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-551-rewilding-with-dr-kristy-vanacore/ 654 – Inside the Mind of a Horror Western Writer with KC Grifant: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-654-inside-the-mind-of-a-horror-western-writer-with-kc-grifant-kcgrifant/ 319 – The Hunter with Jim Christina: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-319-the-hunter-with-jim-christina/ 340 – A Single Light with Tosca Lee: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-340-a-single-light-with-tosca-lee-toscalee/ 965 – From Hollywood Writing Rooms to Writing Her Own Rules with Amy Suto: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-965-from-hollywood-writing-rooms-to-writing-her-own-rules-with-amy-suto-sutoscience/ 349.5 – Signs in the Rearview Mirror with Kelly Smith (@kellys_author): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3495-signs-in-the-rearview-mirror-with-kelly-smith-kellys_author/ 452 – Writing a Penetrating Tell-All Memoir with Karin Freeland: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-452-writing-a-tell-all-penetrating-memoir-with-karin-freeland-karinfreeland/ 1035 – From Composition Notebooks to Bestselling Books with Kelli Kassoff: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1035-from-composition-notebooks-to-bestselling-books-with-kelli-kassoff-kellikassoff/ 1010 – How Writing Together Can Transform Lives with Gregory Copploe & Dani Forrest: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1010-how-writing-together-can-transform-lives-with-gregory-copploe-dani-forrest/ 990 – How To Rise Above Self-Doubt In The Creative Arts with Dr. Albert Bramante: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-990-how-to-rise-above-self-doubt-in-the-creative-arts-with-dr-albert-bramante/ 953 – How to Find Sweetness in Adversity with Amy Olmedo: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-953-how-to-find-sweetness-in-adversity-with-amy-olmedo/ 537 – If Trees Could Talk with Holly Worton: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-537-if-trees-could-talk-with-holly-worton-hollyworton/ 698 – From Scrubs to Award-Winning Stories with Debra Blaine (@debrablainemd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-698-from-scrubs-to-award-winning-stories-with-debra-blaine-debrablainemd/

  • July 28 · 53 min

    Ep. 1101 – But Where’s Home? Writing & Promoting a Multi-Voiced Family Saga with Toni Ann Johnson (@toniannjohnson)

    “You have to feel valuable within yourself.” – Toni Ann Johnson Today’s featured award-winning author is an actor, award-winning screenwriter, audiobook narrator, college professor, and the 2021 Flannery O'Connor Award winner, Toni Ann Johnson. Toni Ann and I have a fun chat about her latest book, “But Where's Home?: A Novella and Stories”, dealing with the emotional weight of the book's final story, leveraging unused material for future work, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: How Toni Ann’s large manuscript evolved into three separate, published award-winning books How she uses her acting skills to bring characters to life What she’s done differently with marketing her latest book compared to her last book Why self-care is a must for creatives. Especially introverts. Why it pays to know your worth and not to chase validation Toni Ann’s Site: https://www.toniannjohnson.com/ Toni Ann’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B005IISXNK/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 574 – Light Skin Gone to Waste with Toni Ann Johnson (@toniannjohnson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-574-light-skin-gone-to-waste-with-toni-ann-johnson-toniannjohnson/ 1038 – From Bulgaria to Publishing Success by Finding Your Unique Voice with Katerina Stoykova (@Katya_Stoykova): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1038-from-bulgaria-to-publishing-success-by-finding-your-unique-voice-with-katerina-stoykova/ 257 – It’s Time To Fly Away with Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew (@Froswa): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/257-its-time-to-fly-away-with-dr-froswa-booker-drew-froswa/ 626 – Finding Grace within Grief with Portia Booker: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-626-finding-grace-within-grief-with-portia-booker/ 1064 – Are you a N****r or a Doctor? with Dr. Otto E. Stallworth Jr.: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1064-are-you-a-nr-or-a-doctor-with-dr-otto-e-stallworth-jr/ 960 – The Power of the Actor with Ivana Chubbuck (@ivanachubbuck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-960-the-power-of-the-actor-with-ivana-chubbuck-ivanachubbuck/ 598 – An Awakening with Shiva Kumar (@shivaarc1242): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-598-an-awakening-with-shiva-kumar-shivaarc1242/ 989 – Get Fabulous Or Die Tryin' with Nkrumah Mensah: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-989-get-fabulous-or-die-tryin-with-nkrumah-mensah/ 51 - How to Turn Your Pain Into a Paycheck with Crystal Santoria @PhirstPoet: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/51-how-to-turn-your-pain-into-a-paycheck-with-crystal-santoria-phirstpoet/ 176 - Life Has a Way with Dwayne Jenkins (@LeDwayneJenkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/176-life-has-a-way-with-dwayne-jenkins-ledwaynejenkins/ 13 - Water in a Broken Glass with Odessa Rose: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/13-water-in-a-broken-glass-with-odessa-rose/ 781 – Laughter, Learning, and Liberating Yourself Through Memoir Writing with Alison Wearing: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-781-laughter-learning-and-liberating-yourself-through-memoir-writing-with-alison-wearing/ 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/

  • July 27 · 48 min

    Ep. 1100 – The Burning Ground and the Courage to Live Your Greatest Story with Celinne Da Costa (@CelinneDaCosta)

    “Writing a book to me is not just sharing information or telling a story. It's how do I metabolize the story and take it in enough that when I write or speak, it's a transmission, it's a message, it's a lesson, it's something ancient.” – Celinne Da Costa Today’s featured USA Today Bestselling bookcaster is a TEDx Speaker, certified NLP practitioner, hypnotherapist, world traveler, and master coach, Celinne Da Costa. Celinne and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “The Burning Ground: One Woman's Journey to Reclaim Her Soul and Ignite Her Inner Fire”, circumnavigating the globe through human connection alone, shifting from fear to love when facing life's crossroads, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: Celinne’s ten-year journey of writing her book and what she learned while creating it Why embracing uncertainty in your own path can lead to growth Her advice for aspiring authors on overcoming obstacles in the writing process The difference between sharing information, telling a story, and creating a "transmission" The mindset shift question to ask when you’re feeling lost or stuck in life Celinne‘s Site: https://celinnedacosta.com/ Celinne‘s Books: https://theburningground.com/ Celinne‘s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/DyACYE-FXeM?si=ojHFhqx9D9P_46GQ The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… 1002 – Why Living With Intention Is The Key to Mastering Life with Bianca D'Alessio: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1002-why-living-with-intention-is-the-key-to-mastering-life-with-bianca-dalessio/ 962 – How Confusion Can Lead To Peace, Personal Growth, and Self-discovery with Giovanna Silvestre: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-962-how-confusion-can-lead-to-peace-personal-growth-and-self-discovery-with-giovanna-silvest/ 1042 – From Messy Breakdown to Magical Breakthrough with Becca Eve Young: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1042-from-messy-breakdown-to-magical-breakthrough-with-becca-eve-young/ 940 – From Cheers to Chaos with Katie B. Happyy (@katiebhappyy): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-940-from-cheers-to-chaos-with-katie-b-happyy-katiebhappyy/ 967 – Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades with Kristin Massey (@TheJOATbook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-967-life-lessons-from-a-jill-of-all-trades-with-kristin-massey-thejoatbook/ 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/ 1082 – Reclaim What Lights You Up & Dominate Your Next Chapter with Sheekha Singh (@ssheekha): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1082-reclaim-what-lights-you-up-dominate-your-next-chapter-with-sheekha-singh-ssheekha/ 578 – From Great Resignation to Life Transformation with Heather Markel: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-578-from-great-resignation-to-life-transformation-with-heather-markel-expatconnector/ 928 – The Little Book of Big Dreams with Isa Adney: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-928-the-little-book-of-big-dreams-with-isa-adney-isaadney/ 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/ 1047 – Like a Wave We Break with Jane Marie Chen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1047-like-a-wave-we-break-with-jane-marie-chen/ 1054 – Reframe Adversity and Turn Your Triggers Into Growth with Thais Gibson (@ThaisGibsonPDS): https://shorturl.at/vUmja

  • July 24 · 44 min

    Ep. 1099 – A Charge to Keep with Rev. Kevin T. Taylor

    "I'm a better pastor because of the high-quality professional development and the work that I've done on the job, and I'm a much better employee and leader because of the compassion and the experiences that I've seen in the church." – Rev. Kevin T. Taylor Today's featured award-winning author is a father, husband, leadership advisor, coach, consultant, and keynote speaker, Rev. Kevin T. Taylor. Pastor Kevin and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, "A Charge to Keep: Immutable Leadership Lessons from the C-Suite to the Pulpit", leveraging AI in leadership, the value of a bi-vocational perspective, and more!! Key Things You'll Learn: What inspired Rev. Kevin to write his 1st book His decision-making framework and how he uses AI to pressure-test leadership choices His top 3 leadership lessons from being a pastor Why it's ok that we're all human behind our titles Rev. Kevin's Site: https://revkttaylor.com/ Rev. Kevin's Book: https://a.co/d/098Tz9sI The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 1065 – Leadership Lessons from the Black Church with L. Michelle Smith (@lmichellespeaks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1065-leadership-lessons-from-the-black-church-with-l-michelle-smith-lmichellespeaks/ 1057 – Higher Education Leadership Lessons for Navigating Crisis and Change with Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum (@BDTSpelman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1057-higher-education-leadership-lessons-for-navigating-crisis-and-change-with-dr-beverly-dan/ 1056 – Faith Driven Leadership Tips for Living a Both/And Life with Dr. Kevin Foreman (@bishopforeman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1056-faith-driven-leadership-tips-for-living-a-bothand-life-with-dr-kevin-foreman-bishopfo/ 1030 – Leading Change With Grace with Rev. Dr. Byrene Keith Haney (@revheadpin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1030-leading-change-with-grace-with-rev-dr-byrene-keith-haney-revheadpin/ 1040 – Wake Up the Lion & Rewrite Your Rock Bottom with Rory Paquette (@rorypaquette): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1040-wake-up-the-lion-rewrite-your-rock-bottom-with-rory-paquette-rorypaquette/ 283 – The Winning Edge with Shawn Harper (@shawnharper075): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/283-the-winning-edge-with-shawn-harper-shawnharper075/ 136 - Leadership Development with Kevin Wayne Johnson (@Writing4theLord): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/136-leadership-development-with-kevin-wayne-johnson-writing4thelord/ 955 – Hearing God & Embracing His Idea for Healing Prayer and with Rev. Dr. David Chotka: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-955-hearing-god-embracing-his-idea-for-healing-prayer-and-with-rev-dr-david-chotka/ 336 – The Radical Gospel with Jayson Derowitsch (@JaysonDerowits1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-336-the-radical-gospel-with-jayson-derowitsch-jaysonderowits1/ 221 – Righteous Leadership with Dr. Ray Charles (@TheDrRayCharles): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/221-righteous-leadership-with-dr-ray-charles-thedrraycharles/ 1048 – Steward Your Stories and Create a Lasting Legacy Forged From Fire with Dr. Charles Thomas Jr.: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1048-steward-your-stories-and-create-a-lasting-legacy-forged-from-fire-with-dr-charles-thomas/ 466 – Sabotage with Brandon Wilson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-466-sabotage-with-brandon-wilson-wilbroninc/

  • July 19 · 34 min

    Ep. 1098 – Book Coaching and Turning Facts into Unforgettable Nonfiction with Nicole Pope

    “Books have been both a refuge and a source of inspiration. And they can be so uplifting.” – Nicole Pope Today’s featured award-winning author is a book coach, international journalist, editor, and ghostwriter, Nicole Pope. Nicole and I had a chat about her books, her unexpected journey from humanitarian work and foreign correspondence in Turkey to book coaching, the irreplaceable human element in writing amid the rise of AI, and more! Key Things You’ll Learn: What led Nicole to unexpectedly become a journalist Some common traps to avoid when writing your book Why is incorporating storytelling and a human dimension into non-fiction important What helps Nicole get her work done while still dealing with procrastination Nicole’s Site: https://www.nicolepope.com/ Nicole’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KIW0RC/allbooks The 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 link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmon Donate on PayPal: @DBrightmon Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon The Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awot You May Also Like… 1038 – From Bulgaria to Publishing Success by Finding Your Unique Voice with Katerina Stoykova (@Katya_Stoykova): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1038-from-bulgaria-to-publishing-success-by-finding-your-unique-voice-with-katerina-stoykova/ 896 – From Mind to Manuscript with Maggie Mills (@takemaggiesword): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-896-from-mind-to-manuscript-with-maggie-mills-takemaggiesword/ 1071 – Self-Publishing Tips for A Successful Author Career with Wiebke Tasch (@Wiebke_Tasch): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1071-self-publishing-tips-for-a-successful-author-career-with-wiebke-tasch-wiebke_tasch/ 781 – Laughter, Learning, and Liberating Yourself Through Memoir Writing with Alison Wearing: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-781-laughter-learning-and-liberating-yourself-through-memoir-writing-with-alison-wearing/ 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/ 670 – The Bestselling Book Formula with Honorée Corder (@Honoree): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-670-the-bestselling-book-formula-with-honoree-corder-honoree/ 856 – The Bestselling Planner Pivot with Dr. Nicole Janz (@drnicolejanz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-856-the-bestselling-planner-pivot-with-dr-nicole-janz-drnicolejanz/ #Bonus Ep. – From Idea to Finished Manuscript with Chandler Bolt (@self_pub_school): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-idea-to-finished-manuscript-with-chandler-bolt-self_pub_school/ 752 – The Speaker's Edge with Ken Lizotte (@kenlizotte): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-752-the-speakers-edge-with-ken-lizotte-kenlizotte/ #BaltimoreAuthor Bonus Ep. - Navigating Contracts, Marketing, and Creative Growth with Jean Burgess, PhD: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/baltimoreauthor-bonus-ep-navigating-contracts-marketing-and-creative-growth-with-jean-burgess/ 712 – When Your Heart Says to Leave a Legacy with Bridget Cook-Burch: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-712-when-your-heart-says-to-leave-a-legacy-with-bridget-cook-burch-inspiritwriter/ 942 – Breathe. Write. Breathe. with Lisa Tener (@LisaTener): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-942-breathe-write-breathe-with-lisa-tener-lisatener/ 920 – The Surprisingly Simple Art of Getting It Done with Sam Bennett (@realsambennett): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-920-the-surprisingly-simple-art-of-getting-it-done-with-sam-bennett-realsambennett/

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