It Just Takes One

On today's episode, you will meet Kelly Young and Emily Stapleton, bestselling authors of the book Start Before You're Ready. When two people come together to create something, it turns out even more special. Do you want to start something new but are having trouble getting started? Listening to this conversation would be a great place to start! Sometimes, you must begin your journey before all the pieces are in place. It's about having the courage to start, even when you don't feel entirely ready and sometimes having someone working beside you can help you create something extra special. This book invites you to listen to the subtle whispers of the universe and harness them to take steps that move you closer to where you want to be. Whether it's a new career, a healthier lifestyle, or a more fulfilling relationship, the change begins with your mindset. Through inspiring narratives and practical advice, Kelly shows you how to overcome obstacles and take actionable steps toward your dreams. ---------- Kelly Young is the founder and owner of Kelly's Bootcamp (KBC). She has years of experience and is well respected in the fitness industry. She has created a local community of members that goes far beyond a group of people working out together. She encourages members of her community to seek lifelong, cumulative change, to take one step and then another toward their goals. Kelly has some incredible life experiences dating back to her childhood and family relationships. She's overcome many obstacles in her lifetime, learning and growing each step of the way. Through her experiences during the early years of her life and the experiences of running a fitness community, Kelly has developed a vast arsenal of knowledge and advice. This book is her quest to share it. It's her avenue to help even more people beyond her local community   http://www.kellysbootcamp.net Instagram: http://instagram@kellys_bootcamp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kellysbootcamp Podcast https://startbeforeyoureready.transistor.fm/   Emily Stapleton is a freelance writer who helps entrepreneurs, businesses, and non-profits communicate with their clients and customers. You can connect with Emily on LinkedIn or by emailing her at emilystapletonwrites@gmail.com

On today's episode, you are going to meet Tim Carter, bestselling author of the book, Find A Way: Unlocking Your Best Self. Tim believes that everyone, no matter what age they are, occupation, life situation, etc., faces some level of adversity at some point in their lives. Adversity that seems insurmountable and includes obstacles they are unsure they can overcome. And with that, Tim also believes everyone has a "deep mental space" that they can tap into and unlock the ability to overcome their adversity whether it's in their health, wealth, relationships, or experiences in life. Oftentimes, we don't know how to tap into that mental space or resilience. Tim has experienced these situations of adversity and sometimes still does. He wanted this book to serve as a beacon of hope, light, reassurance, and action items to take to find solutions and literally find a way. In Find A Way: Unlocking Your Best Self, Tim Carter provides the framework for creating your best life, tapping into your resilience, maximizing your focus, time, and energy, and redefining your legacy. Focusing on the things that challenge us to go deeper. Maximizing and cherishing the time we have now and the opportunities to press on. Giving energy to the things, people or places that move us. Refuting the opposite. There's always another level. #GetAfterIt -------------------------------- Tim Carter is a father, husband, coach, trainer, speaker, and now published author. He currently serves as a strength & conditioning coach and trainer at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, as an e-commerce site Operations specialist at Lane Bryant, and is a board member for Compassion Delivered, which is a non-profit with a mission of providing high-quality meals at no cost to those dealing with life-threatening and terminal disease. He has been in the fitness industry for 10 years as a strength and conditioning coach and trainer. He has served in higher education admission offices for undergraduate and graduate enrollment for 8 years and in retail for 2 years.  In addition to being an entrepreneur, coach, and speaker, he is now an author with his 1st book, Find A Way: Unlocking Your Best Self, released in September of 2024. He is a 7x Ironman70.3 finisher, avid Spartan race competitor, athlete & runner, and former collegiate football player and coach at Walsh University, where he obtained his Marketing degree and Master of Business Administration. Tim, his wife Riley, daughter Sloane, and dog Willie live in Green, Ohio. They are expecting their 2nd child in March of 2025. You can follow Tim Carter  Facebook - Tim Carter Instagram - tim_carter23  LinkedIn - Tim Carter You can purchase his book, Find A Way: Unlocking Your Best Self, on Amazon by clicking here. 

You've been told incessantly to move more but when your couch looks so inviting, how do you literally get going? That question is one of many that my guest will answer on today's episode. Laura Dow  is the bestselling author of Mind Your Movement: Six Essential Physical And Mental Tools To Stay Active As You Age. If you're someone who knows you need to move more, but you struggle to stay consistent or to find purpose in what you're doing, then you're going to enjoy this episode. Laura provides some simple tips on how to keep moving to bring out the best in your life. --------------------------------------------- Laura V. Dow has worked with older adults for more than twenty years providing fitness training and yoga instruction in a variety of fitness settings including commercial health clubs, yoga studios, and Stiff to Fit, specifically to address how to stay active as we age. Mind Your Movement is a continuation of her work, offering easily understood, actionable tips to help readers add movement to their lives. Ms. Dow lives in Northern Virginia.   Follow Laura at:  Website: StiffToFit.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-dow-1269783/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stifftofit9409   Click here to purchase her book on Amazon.

Callista Eckert is an incredibly unique person. Not only is she the recent Amazon best-selling author of a book titled, The Halfling, but she is also currently in medical school and was a former Division 1 soccer player! I always enjoy meeting with people who have a combination of skills, and we talk quite a bit about that in this episode.  If you like a good story, listen in. If you enjoy reading fantasy novels, listen in. If you would like to learn more about the writing process, listen in. And if you want to learn more about the book, check out this summary and then go and get your copy! Darkness rises, and the halfling girl Aisling may be the key to the survival of the world itself. Raised as an assassin, death and torment molded her into the monster she has become. Secrets claw their way up from her past, mixing with the secrets and betrayals of her companions, as she is forced to journey into the elven lands. To find the peace she has been searching for, Aisling must first make sense of the powers running through her blood before her world is burned to the ground. Or she may be the one that burns it to ash. ---------- Callista Eckert is a future doctor, fantasy fiction writer, and lover of all things dogs and hiking. Her obsession with books began at a young age, staying up past her bedtime to finish just one more chapter. The Halfling began as an idea when she was a teenager and grew until she couldn't help but to write it down.  Not willing to pick only one career path, Callista played Division 1 soccer in college while earning an English degree and taking all her pre-med requirements. She is currently finishing up her last year of medical school while traveling across the country with her dog, Anubis.  ------------- You can purchase Callista's book on Amazon.    

Today's episode is a profound conversation with George Peterson, bestselling author of Thrive: How to Use Meditation to Overcome the Things that are Holding You Back. George is a meditation expert and addiction specialist who has created a framework for meditation called M.E.D.I. (Meditation, Effortlessly, Expect Your Mind to Wander, Detach, Integrate). In our conversation you will learn more about his meditation technique. And you will also find out how his incredible story brought him the opportunity to serve as he now teaches meditation, hosts retreats and presents all over the world.  I know you're going to enjoy George's story and you will learn from his teaching as welI. So, I invite you to sit back and enjoy our conversation. ----------- George S. Peterson has over a decade of experience teaching meditation and working in the addiction recovery field. He is also the co-founder of Nourish Mindful Events, a company that hosts retreats and pop-ups, providing a space for people to nourish their mind, body, and soul. George travels the world with Nourish, giving talks on meditation, spirituality, and sobriety and hosting Meditation and Breathwork retreats. George writes two daily email newsletters, The Daily Medi Newsletter and The "Good News" Letter. Today, he has shared his knowledge of meditation and inspiration with tens of thousands of people worldwide.   You can follow George at georgespeterson.com.   You can purchase his book, Thrive: How to Use Meditation to Overcome the Things that are Holding You Back, on Amazon here.  

Are the ghosts of your past haunting your future? Today's episode is an intriguing conversation with Amazon bestselling author, Troy Fontana, and he provides some insight into  what to do if the answer to that question is "yes"! After surviving a harrowing near-death experience, a painful divorce, and the collapse of a thriving business, Troy unearthed life-altering insights. Today, as a celebrated speaker and coach, he empowers people across the globe with these battle-tested strategies. I know you will enjoy Troy's magnetic energy and his belief that the scars you bear are not just reminders of the past, but beacons leading you to your greatest strength. Enjoy this episode as Troy shares his story, and the methods he has created to challenge the status quo and encourages all of us to live fearlessly. -------------------------------- Known for his gritty, no-holds-barred style, Troy believes the scars you bear are not just reminders of the past, but beacons leading you to your greatest strengths. Through his explosive keynotes, inspiring workshops, and transformative coaching sessions, he creates a radical space where individuals can embrace healing, growth, and unlock their raw personal potential. Troy's methods challenge the status quo and encourage everyone to step into their power and live fearlessly. He blends tough-lived experiences with over two decades of delivering shocking results. Additionally, Troy holds a master's degree from the University of Nevada, Reno and is a seasoned entrepreneur.   You can follow Troy at: Website: troyfontana.co IG: @troy.fontana FB: @troyfontana   You can purchase his book, Scars: Secrets to Master Your Mind and Turn Your Pain, Trauma and Loss into a Superpower on Amazon by clicking here.  

Yvette Salva is one of the kindest and most courageous women I know, and it was a pleasure to work on her book with her. She has an incredible story, not just because of all the experiences she had, but because of her strength, resilience, and compassion. In her memoir, Booze, Blow, and Pancake, she boldly confronts the stigma surrounding addiction. From the depths of homelessness to the heights of entrepreneurship, Yvette's life journey is a testament to her resilience and determination. In these pages, she shares openly and honestly about her experiences and the hard-earned lessons she learned along the way. Her authenticity and vulnerability light the way for others to break free from the shackles of addiction as well. Ultimately, her story serves as a powerful reminder that no matter how dire the circumstances may seem, there is always hope. ----------- Yvette Salva is the owner of Yvette Salva Fitness, a personal training studio for women in New Jersey. She is also a certified Todd Durkin IMPACT Life-Coach who empowers women in midlife to get "unstuck" and reclaim their awesomeness. Her biggest achievement of all is raising her two children, Mary Rose and Stephen. Follow Yvette: FB: @YvetteSalvaFitness IG: @YvetteSalvaFitness And CLICK HERE to purchase her book in Amazon.

In this episode, I dive into a very personal and enlightening conversation with Sara Doell, recent bestselling author of Next Time Leave Me on the Floor: My Journey from Drunk AF to Sober AF. Being tired of waking up with hangovers, regret, shame and fuzzy memories of being mean to her wife, she decided to give up alcohol for one year and see what would happen. At the time, it felt like an insurmountable feat yet she woke up on January 1st, 2022 and committed to 365 days of not drinking alcohol. It took a few short months for her to walk away from that goal. Instead she decided to change her path and remove alcohol from her life for good. In her book, Sara reflects on how alcohol became her kryptonite, why she decided to quit drinking and then travels a winding road through her first two years of sobriety. And in this episode, we discuss all of that...and then some! This conversation is a thought-provoking discussion that I think you will enjoy!   ------------- Sara Doell is a CLCC-certified Life Coach, Division I collegiate golf coach, lifetime member of the LPGA, and an Amazon best-selling author of Your Future Self Will Thank You. She grew up in Rochester, New York, attended Penn State University, and played on scholarship for the golf team. After stints in Charlotte, North Carolina and Brooklyn, New York, she found her way to the West Coast. She lives in San Francisco with her wife, Caitlin, and their mini dachshund, Mr. Harvey Milk. This is her second book. --------- Click this link to purchase the book on Amazon.    

This is Part 2 of a 2-part interview I did with Anna Meredith. Her husband, Adam, checked into the hospital on September 5th, 2023 for routine procedures. Just two days later she received a call that she never expected.  “I'm so sorry, Mrs. Meredith…it appears your husband has had a stroke, and he has passed away.”  In this true story of Adam's call to Heaven and back, he and Anna recall their experiences from opposite sides of eternity. As Anna processes the biggest heartbreak in her life, Adam wrestles with his greatest questions about his faith and trust in God. In sixty unresponsive minutes, Adam finds his belief and faith have turned to knowledge, and he will never be the same again. There is a profound message in this conversation, and I know you'll enjoy it. So sit back and listen in as Anna Meredith shares her story!   ------------------- Adam Provost Meredith was a devout man of faith, dedicated family man, brilliant entrepreneur, and loyal friend. He had an endless vault of talents and passions which he selflessly shared, particularly in his leadership role at Celebrate Recovery ministry.  Adam began his education at the University of Colorado, earning his undergrad in Political Science and Economics. In 1999, after earning his MBA/MSF in International Business from Boston College, Adam began his banking career at Eastern Bank. Soon after, his passion for cars inspired him to co-found the automotive distributor TJM Motorsport in Concord, NH. He also held a passion for flying which landed him a job as a senior lender at  Santander's Aircraft Lending Group in Manchester, NH. He was then recruited by Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association in 2013 to form a new member services group as President of AOPA Finance, where he helped it grow to the largest aircraft financing broker in the nation. He proudly represented AOPA as a board member of National Aircraft Finance Association for two terms from 2015 -2021. Adam was a man dedicated to his family, including his wife, Anna Irena Meredith, and his sons, Donald Provost (15), and Karl Herbst (14). He was a beacon of faith, family, ambition, courage, love, and resilience, and his gentle personality continues to resonate within the hearts of everyone he encountered.  On December 11, 2023, he peacefully returned to his Maker after a fierce three-year battle with cancer. Love God, live in the moment, have no regrets, and do not be afraid to follow your dreams.   This is the legacy Adam Provost Meredith is forever leaving behind.   ----------------   Gone for 60 Minutes: How My Near Death Experience Took Me From Believing to Knowing is available now on Amazon.  

Without a doubt, this is one of the most emotional interviews we've ever done on this podcast. In fact, it is such a powerful episode that we decided to break it into 2 Parts so that you can let the story and the message really sink in. In this episode -- Part 1 -- you start to hear the story of Adam Meredith. You will learn about the beautiful life he created with his wife, Anna, and his two sons, and the deep love and connection they all had. You are gong to hear about his passions and hobbies in life, and how he was a man of faith. You will also learn how the family handled the news when he was diagnosed with cancer.  This episode sets the stage for the Part 2 where you will hear about Adam's near death experience and the message he was told to come back and share.  Listen to this one first so you get to know the Adam and learn about his family and his life. It will make you even more interested to listen to Part 2 which is coming soon.   ----------------- Adam Provost Meredith was a devout man of faith, dedicated family man, brilliant entrepreneur, and loyal friend. He had an endless vault of talents and passions which he selflessly shared, particularly in his leadership role at Celebrate Recovery ministry.  Adam began his education at the University of Colorado, earning his undergrad in Political Science and Economics. In 1999, after earning his MBA/MSF in International Business from Boston College, Adam began his banking career at Eastern Bank. Soon after, his passion for cars inspired him to co-found the automotive distributor TJM Motorsport in Concord, NH. He also held a passion for flying which landed him a job as a senior lender at  Santander's Aircraft Lending Group in Manchester, NH. He was then recruited by Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association in 2013 to form a new member services group as President of AOPA Finance, where he helped it grow to the largest aircraft financing broker in the nation. He proudly represented AOPA as a board member of National Aircraft Finance Association for two terms from 2015 -2021. Adam was a man dedicated to his family, including his wife, Anna Irena Meredith, and his sons, Donald Provost (15), and Karl Herbst (14). He was a beacon of faith, family, ambition, courage, love, and resilience, and his gentle personality continues to resonate within the hearts of everyone he encountered.  On December 11, 2023, he peacefully returned to his Maker after a fierce three-year battle with cancer. Love God, live in the moment, have no regrets, and do not be afraid to follow your dreams.   This is the legacy Adam Provost Meredith is forever leaving behind.   -------   Click here to order the book, Gone for 60 Minutes.      

One of the most challenging diagnoses to receive is "dementia." When we hear that word, it brings up uncertainty, fear, anger, and so many other emotions. My guest today is going to speak about those emotions and what to do if you, or someone you love, is experiencing cognitive loss. Anne Kenny, MD, is a geriatric and palliative care physician as well as the bestselling author of True North: A Guided Journal for Those Living with Cognitive Loss or Dementia about Legacy, Love and Wishes for the End of a Life Well-lived. Not only has Anne worked with this population in her profession, but she also became the caregiver to her mother who lived well with, and died peacefully from, dementia. She co-wrote the book with Teresa Webb, RN, a woman living with Frontotemporal Dementia and advocate and spokesperson  for individuals living with dementia, combine their voices to offer a guide for persons experiencing cognitive loss to begin to explore their thoughts and wishes about their life and to prepare for the changes that dementia will bring. The book guides the reader, using the voices of others who live or have lived with dementia and stories of many others who have faced dementia, to see and plan for the deeper and more valued connections and discussions. It is full of advice, key learning and action plans to assist in providing tangible steps that can be taken to value life and plan for the life changes.   I know you will enjoy this conversation, so sit back and listen in as Dr. Anne Kenny shares her story. -------------------------------    Anne Kenny, MD is a geriatric and palliative care physician, author of Making Tough Decisions about End-of-Life Care in Dementia, and Founder of Together in Dementia, a blog and educational and coaching/consulting resource to support individuals living with dementia and their families to modify their approach to dementia care so that they can find joy, connection and calm in this difficult, but often beautiful, journey.  Her 35 years of experience as a physician and added experience as a daughter caregiver to her mother who lived well with and died peacefully from dementia provide a unique approach to care in dementia.    

On today's episode, we feature our most recent best-selling author, Ethan Spelman. His book, Leadership Over Loneliness, is an inspiring true story that blends life, leadership, and lessons learned. ​​Throughout most of his life, Ethan Spelman felt like he was never good enough. Despite his friendly demeanor and perceived success, he was haunted by his past, controlled by his fears, and consumed by emptiness and loneliness. But destiny – disguised as an ill-timed business trip – ultimately changed the trajectory of his life, and led him to discover and then champion the life-changing power of leadership done right. By immersing himself in leadership principles and practices and infusing them into his own life story, Ethan discovers that leadership can transcend lives – especially his own. As he works to incorporate leadership into all aspects of his life, he unleashes the leader within – and finds the courage and strength to come to terms with his past, overcome his fears, leave the loneliness behind, and move forward with confidence, hope, and conviction. If you believe that real leadership is much greater than the titles we hold, seek to find the light in your own darkness, or long to discover the leader within, you'll be inspired by this candid true story interwoven with powerful leadership lessons that have helped the author transform his life – and may help unleash the leader in you. I know you will enjoy this conversation! ----------------   Forever a work in progress, Ethan Spelman is the president of ETS Coaching and Development, LLC – his own coaching and leadership business that helps others maximize their potential in their personal and/or professional life. He has been a leader and coach in the financial services industry for more than 25 years. Visit www.ethanspelman.com to learn more. You can purchase his book here.    

On today's episode, I have a conversation with Dave Carlson, the recent bestselling author of Shorten the Learning Curve: Using Light Bulb Moments. As a former math teacher, Dave's unique perspective shows how important it is to never stop learning because life never stops teaching.  Listen in as we discuss what lightbulb moments are and why it's so important to capture them in order to minimize your learning curve. Dave is also an avid sports fan and world traveler, and all of those topics come up as he describes his experiences and his passion for life. All of his information is in the show notes below as well. Enjoy this episode of It Just Takes One.   ---------- Dave Carlson started his career as a high school math teacher. Then he switched to real estate where he sold/developed property, managed offices, and finally, went to the corporate side of the business. He has coached hundreds of managers and owners, as well as thousands of sales associates. The attendees overwhelmingly found his coaching and insights invaluable; the teacher also learned from his participants. Dave is a storyteller extraordinaire, always using stories as a springboard to Shorten the Learning Curve.    You can purchase his book on Amazon.      

During 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic, forced so many to learn new things during quarantine. Many went through a number of emotions, trials, and tribulations. Seeking to do more for her friends, family and local community, Josie Collier began posting ideas to cope with staying indoors on social media (#IncredibleIndoorIdeas). Many of those ideas led to the creation of Josie's recent best-selling book, What a Year!: Collierisms, Cocktails, & Cooking. Each month of 2020 and part of 2021, Josie figured out ways to stay safe and sane indoors as she made new culinary discoveries, remembered some old favorites and used the lessons of resilience to cope with the new normal. You'll hear all about that as you listen to Josie's story on this episode today. If you have memories of how you got through the pandemic, then you will relate to Josie's experience as well. And if you're someone who has a creative flair and enjoys trying new things, then you're going to enjoy her book! For now, I think you're really going to enjoy this conversation, so I invite you to sit back and listen in.   ---------- Josie Collier is an example of the versatility of a liberal arts degree.  After a career for almost a decade in multiple mental health positions, she has spent the last decade working in healthcare IT.  She is now a consultant specializing in an electronic medical record system called Epic helping various hospitals and clinics set up the Epic system and managing projects to improve patient care.  However, Josie is not just a consultant; she is a mom, a world traveler, a baker, and a mentor.   Using all these skills she became the first female chair of Hamilton's Multicultural Alumni Relations Committee (MARC) and the first Black woman to lead the alumni association and executive council.  She assists with the Women in Leadership Initiative at Hamilton as well.   --------------- You can purchase Josie's book on Amazon. And you can follow her at: FB: @jmoniquecollier IG: @collierisms Email: josie.m.collier@gmail.com  

You've heard the quote that "the only constant in life is change." It's true that change is inevitable, but how intentional is the change that you're creating or experiencing in your life...or in your business? On today's episode, Tim Rhode, the recent bestselling author of Changing Lanes for Business: 4 Simple Steps to Overcome Problems, Accelerate Progress, and Achieve Your Goals!, will help you answer that question. Because we learn best through stories, Tim wrote his book as a parable and through the experience of the main character, we learn the 4 steps of how to be more strategic and intentional about change. In Tim's words, "We don't need more complexity.  We need simplicity." That's why “Changing Lanes” is a metaphor for the familiar approach you use when driving, to develop the clarity, confidence, and agility that are essential in today's challenging business world. Ultimately, Tim's goal is to help all of us to make progress whenever we want, for the rest of our life. And as Tim suggests in our conversation, "it just takes ONE simple technique to change lanes and make progress toward your goals!" Listen in to learn more about that simple technique! -----   Tim Rhode is a highly successful business consultant, author, motivational speaker, and leadership coach with more than 35 years of entrepreneurial experience. He has personally launched and led multiple 7 and 8-figure high-service-level businesses, helping tens of thousands of customers, and hundreds of team members to transform their lives, both personally and professionally. Since 2015, he's coached and consulted leaders and teams in dozens of industries to overcome challenges and get from where they are now—to where they want to be. Tim does this by offering inspiration, new perspectives, and new ideas to overcome limiting beliefs and roadblocks.  To accelerate growth, success, and abundance with a simple 4 step process.  His extensive experience and ability to relate to other business leaders allow him to effectively coach others through helpful changes that dramatically improve their revenue, profit, and culture.   ------   You can find Changing Lanes for Business: 4 Simple Steps to Overcome Problems, Accelerate Progress, and Achieve Your Goals! on Amazon.   And if you're interested in going from where you are to where you want to be, and you would like to be intentional and strategic about how you do that, then be sure to follow Tim:   Website: https://rhodemanagement.com/ LinkedIn: @TimRhode      

A hard childhood. A devastating divorce. A desire to run. A passion for people.  Caren Ware's focus to become FIT led her to run a marathon on every continent from Alaska to the Australian Outback, and from the Galapagos Islands to Antarctica! She even ran the Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Everest marathons! But Caren's life is about so much more than running marathons. She has an incredible heart for helping people in cultures all over the world. And it all started because of her own arduous journey through her childhood. Her bestselling book, Finding Fit: What Running Through an Arduous Childhood and a Remote Marathon on Every Continent...Can Help You FIND!, is a spellbinding account of her life, her courage and her authenticity. In this episode, Caren shares more about all of her experiences and also about her book. And I guarantee our conversation is going to inspire you.  So I invite you to sit back and listen in as Caren Ware shares her story! -----------   You can find Caren's book on Amazon. You can also follow Caren at any of the following websites: carenwareevents.com itzabouttime.com WareInTheWorld_Adventures.com And you can also follow her on IG and FB @CarenWare  

In all the years I have known and worked with my friend, Todd Durkin, this is the very first time I've had the opportunity to sit down and interview him. While he was visiting here in Upstate New York recently, we had a chance to sit down and talk for a few minutes about everything having to do with books....from writing to publishing to marketing and more! Todd's desire to create a legacy through his writing led him to publish his first 4 books, and he has 2 more that he's working on right now. He talks about those projects and gives you some insights from behind-the-scenes of the writing and publishing process. If you've always wanted to write a book and aren't sure where to begin...then this episode will inspire you! If you've already written a book and you want to get it into the hands of more people...then this episode will motivate you! And if you just need a dose of positivity...then sit back and listen into this conversation where Todd shares his uplifting story...and then some! ------------ Todd Durkin, MA, is an internationally recognized strength and conditioning coach, sought-after keynote motivational speaker, and best-selling author who motivates, educates, and inspires people worldwide. He is the mindset coach and trainer behind some of the world's best athletes, including NFL MVPs, Super Bowl Champions, Heisman Trophy Winners, Olympic and X-Game Gold Medalists, and many other champion athletes, leaders, and entrepreneurs. Durkin has published four best-selling books, Get Your Mind Right, The WOW Book, The IMPACT Body Plan, and What's Next, all of which have changed tens of thousands of lives. Todd is on a mission to grow a team of IMPACT coaches to proliferate the world and help ALL people live a life full of more passion, purpose, and IMPACT. --------------- Follow Todd:  Website:  todddurkin.com FB/IG/LinkedIn: @todddurkin Podcast:  The Todd Durkin IMPACT Show -------------- Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group: Website:  scriptorpublishinggroup.com FB/IG/LinkedIn:  @ScriptorPublishingGroup  

We are excited to have Heather Deffenbaugh back for a 2nd time on the show. She recently released her audiobook for From Ashes to Beauty, a book she published in 2022. And we invited her back to share more about that experience. It's also a great opportunity to talk more about her story, her journey since she published her book, and some of the exciting things that are coming up for her.   We hope you'll enjoy the conversation.   -------   Heather is an author, speaker, and wellness advocate who aims to help people overcome strongholds and become the very best version of themselves. She has been in the fitness industry for over 30 years teaching group exercise, personal training, and coaching transformation programs. As a certified holistic nutritionist, she has guided and taught people how to infuse healthy and delicious food into their daily routine in order to achieve optimum health. She is passionate about “wholeness” in one's life and teaches others how to thrive by achieving overall wellness in 5 key areas: physical health, mental health, spiritual health, physiological health, and emotional health. She is a devoted wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend who loves to travel, cook for others, share the love of Jesus, and listen to music incessantly.  You can connect with Heather through the links below: Website:  www.heatherdeffenbaugh.com FB: @heather.andersondeffenbaugh IG: @heather_deffenbaugh Website Instagram Facebook You can purchase From Ashes to Beauty on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3t0UjGg  

How many times have you felt like you were drowning? Maybe it's because you're overwhelmed at work or maybe you're battling with personal struggles that are weighing you down. If you can relate to those moments in life, then you will enjoy the conversation I have in this episode with Lizzie Claesson. Lizzie is the Amazon best-selling author of From Suffering to Surfing: How Successful Leaders Make the Leap. In our discussion, Lizzie describes how she incorporates the latest neuroscience research to coach leaders on how to navigate challenges and embrace change.  -------------- Lizzie Claesson is the founder and CEO of Brighter Leaders, a coaching company that specializes in leadership development for executives and HR leaders. With 20+ years of experience and a multicultural background, Lizzie uses neuroscience to help clients unlock their full potential. She's certified by coaching associations in Sweden, Spain, and Denmark and authored the e-book ‘Stop Worrying about how to Level-Up your Leadership'. At Brighter Leaders, Lizzie and her team believe that leadership skills can be trained and improved, leading to increased happiness and success for both individuals and businesses. (www.brighterleaders.com) --------- And you can purchase her book here.     

Everyone loves a good story, and that is exactly what you're going to hear today. On this episode, I interview Adam Clark. He is the recent bestselling author of A Magical Ride: A Story About Overcoming Adversity. Inspired by his interest in books by authors like Jon Gordon, Adam decided to write his own parable. His book is a heartwarming story that contains some great life lessons. I'll let Adam explain the rest, as I invite you to sit back and listen in to this episode.   ----------------- Adam Clark is a business owner, personal trainer, author and speaker who inspires people to get 1% better every day. He is the author of “Play Like A Champion Every Day: Your Guide to Being Your Best You” and is a Power of Positive Leadership Certified Trainer through the Jon Gordon Companies. Whether it is interacting with his clients at his gym, leading his team, speaking or writing, Adam's passionate about helping people live their best lives. For more information on Adam, please visit AdamClarkFitness.com. You can also check him out on social media @adamclarkfitness. And if you're interested in purchasing his book, you can find it here.  

This interview is a long time coming! Today, you will meet Tim Walther, the recent bestselling author of All In Adventure Stories. However, I first met Tim about 4 years ago when our friend, Rick Ivone, introduced us so that we could begin working together to write and publish this book. And now the book is done and available on Amazon (see the link below). In this conversation, we talk about the book and about the adventures Tim has had. He shares his desire to inspire people to add more adventure to their lives and his mission to give back to the people he's met and places he's visited. There are moments in this interview that are very emotional because when you live life to the fullest, you inevitably experience the highest of highs and lowest of lows. We talk about all of that....and much more! If you're someone who enjoys a good adventure story, then listen in. If you're someone who needs to add a little more adventure to your life, then you'll love this episode. If you are someone who is inspired by heartfelt, authentic, real life stories, then you're in for a treat. And if you'd like to purchase the book, you can get it at the link below. ------------------ Tim Walther is an expert in applied psychology, experiential learning, and team and leadership development. He is the owner and President of Grand Dynamics International which designs and delivers radically innovative corporate events and retreats using adventure as a medium to bring out the best in business leaders and teams. Tim has more than twenty five years of experience in designing and delivering thousands of national and global experiential training and development programs. Tim's work and adventures have been featured in 156 countries and in many publications and shows including The New York Times, Fox Sports News, Delta Sky Magazine, Outside Magazine, Powder Magazine, Climbing Magazine, Jackson Hole News and Guide, and The Voice of America. He resides in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and is an avid all-season adventure athlete with an eclectic background in skiing, alpine mountaineering, rock climbing, ultra-running, endurance swimming, freediving, white-water rafting and multi-sport adventures. Learn more about Tim Walther and Grand Dynamics: www.granddynamics.com For additional resources visit: www.allinadventurestories.com   To purchase All In Adventure Stories, click here.  

If you've been following U.S.A. gymnastics at any point over the past 20-25 years, then you will know my guest today. Chellsie Memmel is one of the most accomplished gymnasts in our country, winning medals in national and world competitions. And she has now written a best-selling book about the lessons she learned along the way. We talk about the book (Chellsie's Challenges: Life Lessons Learned From an Olympic Gymnast), her career, and so much more in this episode, so please sit back and listen in while Chellsie shares her story. ------ Chellsie Memmel came into the gymnastics spotlight in 2003 when she won five medals, including the team and all-around gold, at the Pan American Games. That same year she competed in the World Championships and helped secure the team gold. For her outstanding 2003 season, she was named the TOPs Co-Athlete of the Year with Carly Patterson. At the 2005 World Championships, she became the first U.S. woman since 1994 to win the all-around gold medal. That year, she tied for USA Gymnastics Women's Athlete of the Year. During the 2006 World Championships, she incurred a shoulder injury, but was still able to help her team earn the silver medal. She became one of the 10 finalists for the Women's Sports Foundation Sportswoman of the Year that year and was also nominated twice for the prestigious AAU Sullivan Award in 2003 and 2005. Chellsie competed on the U.S. Olympic Team in 2008 in Beijing, China, and took home a team silver medal. She retired from the sport in 2012 and married her husband, Kory the following year. They have two children, Dashel and Audrielle. In 2018 she started an online program called Chellsie Challenges to motivate people to keep moving, and in 2020, she announced she was going to begin competing again. She went on to compete in the US Classics and Championships in 2021 and participated in the Gold Over America Tour. In 2022, she retired from the sport again and accepted the position of High Performance Technical Lead at USA Gymnastics. She currently coaches gymnastics, works for USA Gymnastics, and lives with her family in Wisconsin. You can purchase her book on Amazon here. And be sure to follow her: Website:  www.chellsie-memmel.com Facebook:  @ChellsieMemmel Instagram: @cmemmel23 Twitter: @cmemmel LinkedIn: @ChellsieMemmel        

Today Francisco Gonzalez, author of The American Dream is a Terrible Thing to Waste, joins us from Guatemala to share more about his recent bestselling book. The book is a compilation of interviews Francisco has conducted with entrepreneurs from all over the country. As we talk, he shares many stories of the creativity and inventiveness of entrepreneurs from all walks of life who have found ways to make lives better. These stories will inspire you and perhaps even motivate you to start on your own entrepreneurial journey.   ----- Francisco Gonzalez is the founder & CEO of Fearless Journeys, a community for aspiring and ascending entrepreneurs and travel enthusiasts. He is also the host of the Agents of Innovation podcast. More recently, he was a visiting professor at the Universidad Francisco Marroquin in Guatemala City, where he taught courses on entrepreneurship and innovation. Francisco has previously served in philanthropic development roles for three nonprofit organizations: National Review Institute, The James Madison Institute, and the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. When he is not globetrotting, he resides in Florida, where he was born and raised. You can purchase his book, The American Dream is a Terrible Thing to Waste, here. Or on his website:  www.fearlessjourneys.org And you can follow Francisco on FB, IG or LinkedIn: @Fearlessjourneysfg      

Today I am interviewing one of my close friends, Lizzie Merritt. She is the bestselling author of You are a Miracle: How to Lose Weight and Love Your Body Too. As you will hear in this episode, Lizzie has a wonderful way of telling stories and creating visuals to make her points, and her book is full of real-life examples and tools that we can all use in our daily lives. Her most important message is that rather than putting ourselves down or judging ourselves, we need to remember that we are a miracle! Once we remember that, our whole life can change. Listen in to hear more!   ---------- Lizzie Merritt is a Martha Beck Certified Wayfinder Life Coach and professional weight loss coach. She specializes in helping people figure out why they don't do the things they think they *should* do in order to lose weight and feel happy. She believes that diets are just the worst; the only way to lose weight is imperfectly; and that weight loss is much more about what's between your ears than what's on your plate. She also runs Spartan races, cries at cheesy commercials, and is a huge Marvel movie nerd.  www.confidentbody.coach  ✵  @coachlizzie.merritt.   You can purchase You are a Miracle here: Lizzie's Book    

Dr. Paul Wichansky was born with cerebral palsy and a hearing loss. Some people might consider these challenges that cannot be overcome, but Dr. Paul is the opposite. In his recent bestselling book, "Yes I Can! Lessons Learned From A Life Less Ordinary," he shares stories about times when people initially thought differently of him, and then were surprised to find out how much he has achieved. His attitude of positivity is an inspiration to all of us, and through his presentations and his writing, he continues to spread a message of "ability" rather than "disability." It is a pleasure to welcome Dr. Paul to our show to share more about his life, his message, and his book.   -------- You can learn more about Dr. Paul at: justthewayyouare.com   And his book is available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/3VdCvD9

At age seven, Luka, a perfectly healthy and active young boy, suddenly turned ill. After undergoing many tests, he was diagnosed with an incurable, inoperable brain tumor. For four and a half years, he fought with the utmost courage, optimism, and unwavering faith to beat this cancerous tumor. On today's episode, we talk with Luka's mom, CarolAnn Braovac, the recent bestselling author of Luka's Light. This conversation will give you an opportunity to hear more about Luka, to learn about the incredible wisdom he shared in his short 11 years of life. As you listen, you will laugh and cry because this is a story about all of it… it's about life, about love, and about faith. I invite you to enjoy this heartwarming, emotional, and inspirational episode. -------------------- You can find Luka's Light on Amazon. Here's a link to purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3HJvc33 You can also continue to connect with CarolAnn on her Facebook page at: @Luka'sLight  

This is a very special episode because our guest, Colleen Dulieu, was one of my childhood friends. We were in the same class in 2nd grade when she had a terrible accident and experienced a traumatic brain injury. It was a pivotal moment in her life, and it led her on a completely new and unexpected path.  In our conversation she shares the story of how she recovered with the love of her family, the support of her community and the redeeming healing power of the Lord. In fact, Colleen defied her prognosis and the expectations of medical professionals, educators, and societal opinion to become a loving, caring, strong and independent woman. After listening to this episode, I hope you have a better understanding and awareness about TBI and recognize the importance of prevention as a cure. Colleen's story will open your eyes at the same time that it warms your heart. -------- About Colleen: As a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) survivor, Colleen, has worked with TBI survivors and their families in various professional roles for thirty years. Colleen has a Bachelors degree in Health Science from SUNY Brockport, and a Master of Social Work from Roberts Wesleyan College.  Colleen works and lives in the Rochester NY area with her husband Mark.  With her husband Colleen are active in a Full Gospel church. ---- To order Dancing in the Garden, click here: https://amzn.to/3U837Wg --- To contact Colleen, go to: colleendulieu525@gmail.com or on Facebook: @ColleenBaldwinDulieu

Today's guest is Heather Deffenbaugh, the bestselling author of From Ashes to Beauty. In her compelling and inspiring memoir, Heather bares her soul as she takes us through her awe-inspiring life journey of how she survived a tumultuous childhood riddled with neglect, abandonment, and abuse, and overcame insurmountable odds. Her incredible story of surviving the pain of childhood trauma, the consequences of having mentally ill parents and having to become an adult at a very early age is nothing short of a miracle. In our conversation, Heather shares some of the stories that shaped who she has become. Ultimately, her message is one of hope and faith.    --------------- Heather is an author, speaker, and wellness advocate who aims to help people overcome strongholds and become the very best version of themselves. She has been in the fitness industry for over 30 years teaching group exercise, personal training, and coaching transformation programs. As a certified holistic nutritionist, she has guided and taught people how to infuse healthy and delicious food into their daily routine in order to achieve optimum health. She is passionate about “wholeness” in one's life and teaches others how to thrive by achieving overall wellness in 5 key areas: physical health, mental health, spiritual health, physiological health, and emotional health. She is a devoted wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend who loves to travel, cook for others, share the love of Jesus, and listen to music incessantly.  You can connect with Heather through the links below:   Website:  www.heatherdeffenbaugh.com FB: @heather.andersondeffenbaugh IG: @heather_deffenbaugh   You can purchase From Ashes to Beauty on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3t0UjGg            

Are you a growth-minded woman who is feeling unfulfilled, unhappy and stuck? Do you find yourself searching to fill the void of knowing who you truly are? Then you will enjoy the conversation I have with our guest today. Deanna Herrin is the best-selling author of Unbecoming: A Journey to Finding HER. Her book gives you the tools to unlock the traps keeping you from becoming HER.  In this episode you are going to hear about Deanna's story and how it allowed her to step into her own strength. And her story will inspire you to find the greatness in yourself as well.  If you'd like to find out more about Deanna, you can find her at: Website: deannaherrin.net IG: @deannaherrin FB:  deannaherrin You can also find her book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3y9H5L3  

In 2020, we gathered 9 teenagers together to write a book about their experience during the quarantine. Their book, QuaranTEEN: Our New Normal, became an Amazon bestseller in August 2020. Since then, it has continued to be one of Scriptor's bestselling books. Today, I invite you to listen in as we interview those same 9 teenagers TWO YEARS later. I wanted to bring them back on the podcast to talk about where they are now, how they experienced the pandemic, but also to share what it's been like to be a best-selling author at such a young age. As you listen, there's another surprise as well....hear how they react when they find out how they inspired another group of students in Australia.  Although it's a longer episode than most, I hope you will enjoy it. I think you will come away with a sense of hope and inspiration for our future!   Click here to purchase Quaranteen: Our New Normal.  

Burnout is real. It happens when we wear too many hats and become overwhelmed by everything. In today's episode, bestselling author, Alejandra Marques Mendez, shares her story of burnout and how that led to her new book, From Burned Out to Unstoppable. Listen in to hear tips on how to stop living for the hustle, release burnout and start living the life you desire. ----------------------- Alejandra Marques Mendez is the go-to Productivity and Balance Mentor for entrepreneurs and business owners. She has helped driven women worldwide create the life they desire by using their time as their most precious resource. Her signature T.I.M.E. Method is a blueprint to elevate time management, prioritize balance, increase productivity and achieve goals with ease. Her expertise has been featured in Entrepreneur, Medium, Authority Magazine, Thrive Global, and more.  You can follow Alejandra at: Website:  www.alejandramarques.com IG:  @alejandramarques_yourplana   And her book is available on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/3JItLjj  

  If you are tired of hurting and have an inability to enjoy the things you used to... If you are open to a holistic, natural approach to pain relief… If you are curious about how you can relieve your pain… And if you are ready to make a commitment to your well-being… Then you are going to enjoy this episode. Today, Jacqueline Gikow joins me to for a fascinating conversation about what it takes to live a pain free life. She is the recent bestselling author of Live! Pain Free: Your Journey to Move Better, and offers a path to apply the lessons she has learned, to yourself.   ----------------- Jacqueline Gikow is a movement coach and rehab specialist, health & wellness coach. The owner of Audacious Living NYC, her holistic, health and wellness practice, Jacqueline focuses on pain relief through better movement. In managing pain from her own injuries and health challenges, she is empathetic to others in pain. Jacqueline supports your determination to hurt less, get stronger, and prevent reinjury.   Jacqueline is certified as a fitness professional through the National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM), as a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, and is a functional aging specialist (FAI). Jacqueline lives and works in New York City.        

Matthew Maniscalco, the bestselling author of #Blessed as you choose to be, joins me in this episode to share a quick glimpse at his life. He has an inspiring story that begins as a simple American dream that leads us through a lifetime of overcoming obstacles, keeping your eye on the prize and never losing hope. Matt describes the love he has in his life and how it has helped him through the good times and the bad.    His resounding message is that we are all “as BLESSED as we want to be.”   Listen in as he shares his story…       --------   Matthew is President of Page Insurance Agency, he is licensed with both his 2-15 and 2-20 licenses giving him the ability to help clients in many aspects of their insurance and retirement needs. His career background includes an internship with the NFL, 5 years as a Market Executive in Radio and most prior 7 years in bank management. He has been named Best of the West for his respective profession by the Daytona Beach News Journal 3x as well as being named “40 Under 40” 3 times by the Volusia Business Report. Matthew was raised in Deland where he still resides with his beautiful wife, Kristy and 2 children.  His passion for his family, his community and his clients is what drives his success.  He has served on the Board of Directors for the West Volusia Young Professionals Group, is a graduate of Leadership West Volusia, proud board member of both the Deland Breakfast Rotary and the Advent Health Hospital Foundation, current Vice President of the DeLand Chamber of Commerce and last but not least a 2nd generation member to the local Sons and Daughters of Italy Deltona Chapter.  Beyond his community relations, Matthew enjoys coaching little league, working out, attending sporting events and spending quality time with his family.   You can find out more at:   www.pageinsuranceagency.com   Or follow him:   FB:  @pageinsuranceagency IG: @pageinsuranceagency   You can find his book on Amazon.  

If you or someone you love are suffering from chronic, even debilitating pain, and you desperately want to find a solution, a way to stop the pain so that life can—somehow—return to normal, or at least close to normal, then you will want to listen to this episode where I interview Dr. Vince Catteruccia, bestselling author of Damned by the Diagnosis. Dr. Vince is one to tell it like it is. And he is the first to say that this journey to a pain free life is not easy. In fact, it's hard work. But it's work worth doing. In this episode we discuss how you can understand and overcome your pain, so you can pursue the life you desire…for yourself and your loved ones. You can do it.  Listen in now so you can get started...     -----------------    Dr. Vince Catteruccia is an internationally known Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Expert recognized for uncovering hidden sources of physical pain and producing lasting solutions for his patients — without medication or surgery. His natural approach to solving pain is guided by his unique combination of professional credentials including a Ph.D. in Behavior, a Master's of Science in Kinesiotherapy, and a Master's of Science in Human Performance. Dr. Vince is also a licensed neuromuscular therapist.   He's learned from the best in the world, traveling the globe to uncover natural solutions to nagging pain including time in Prague at the renowned Motol Hospital of Rehabilitation and Manual Medicine. During his 30-year career, Dr. Vince is proud to have helped thousands of people end their battles with chronic pain. Today, he lives in Arizona with his wife, Jennifer, and his son, Gabriel, where he works with patients worldwide, virtually and in person.   www.drvincecatteruccia.com FB: Living Pain Free Method IG: DrVCatt Email: DrVCatt@outlook.com   You can purchase Damned by the Diagnosis on Amazon. Here's the link: https://amzn.to/3sBVxZm    

In the episode, we feature Jenna Mango, the recent bestselling author of Choose to R1SE. Choose to R1SE is a book about fighting to be the best possible version of yourself and striving to get 1% better every single day in all aspects of life. Jenna Mango has been consistently tested from a young age. Her life takes a turn in high school, and she has mental wars within herself to fight through the bullying, heartbreak, burn out, abuse, invisible illness, and family struggles. Throughout it all, she finds the strength and confidence within herself to keep moving forward. Jenna vulnerably shares these experiences in the book and her story encourages you to reflect on your own life. Her advice and wisdom will inspire you to choose to rise!      -------------     Jenna Mango currently works at Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, CA, as a Certified Personal Trainer and Performance Coach. She has a master's degree from Western Connecticut State University in Applied Behavior Analysis and a bachelor's degree from Eastern Connecticut State University in Psychology. She was a former collegiate field hockey player. Upon graduation she accepted the position of Assistant Field Hockey Coach at WestConn and spent four seasons with the team. She is also currently a WTBA Coach and NLP Master Practitioner while continuing to train in Hawaiian Kempo, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing and Boxing.   Follow Jenna:   FB:  @jennamango IG:   @jmanggg13

On today's show I am talking with Catherine Owens, bestselling author of Shine On You Crazy Diamond…Even When Your Crown Gets Heavy! It is a deep conversation that moves from why she wrote the book to what happened as she worked through the vulnerability that comes with writing your own story. Her experience is real and is something so many authors experience. Catherine speaks authentically about what it was like to go through the writing process and how she arrived at a book that will inspire so many women!  Shine on You Crazy Diamond is a book written especially for women. Through inspirational quotes and personal experiences, Catherine shares lessons learned as she went through the process of clearing out the debris of shame, guilt, unrealistic expectations from self and others, social stigmas and conditioning, childhood traumas, and all the other unnecessary and unrealistic pressures that we as women often put on ourselves.  Catherine's hope in writing this book is to inspire you to use your personal experiences, circumstances, past decisions, hurts and disappointments, as opportunities for healing and growth. She knows it is possible to free yourself from the cages that keep you from believing in yourself, to live your life with intention, joy, love and purpose, to stand in your truth and light and to become the incredible woman that you are meant to be.   Listen in as Catherine shares her story…. --------------------------- ABOUT CATHERINE OWENS: Catherine L. Owens is a consultant, speaker and author. As one of the industry's most well-respected senior living experts, Catherine has seen how seniors and their families can become overwhelmed while trying to make quality-of-life decisions.  Her passion for helping seniors and their families inspired her to write “Be Your Own Hero,” a book outlining the senior living decision process and offering her insights to those considering senior living options. Catherine speaks to audiences across the country about trends in the senior living industry, little-known senior resources, the right time to research senior living options, and the role that adult children often have in the decision process. Catherine's goal is to help seniors and their families make educated decisions when it comes to senior living, and to help senior living communities provide the best information and customer service possible.  Learn more about Catherine at www.catherinelowens.com.   PURCHASE HER BOOK: Catherine's book is available on Amazon at:  https://amzn.to/3pFxoQg      

Today's episode features bestselling author, Katie Shugars. In our conversation, we discuss her recently published book, Living My Better Life: Finding Freedom in Healing. Over the last two years, she found herself sitting in front of a therapist talking about her life. While she documented key takeaways of nearly every therapy session, she had no idea she was writing a book all along. Throughout her pain, shame, and fear, she found herself healing from grief, trauma, and toxic thought patterns and behaviors. For someone who thought there was no hope in escaping the darkest pit of my life, she found freedom in healing. She also shares her idea that no one is actually “living their best life” because we can all heal, grow, and learn from our experiences. Her vulnerability and authenticity are an inspiration and will help you to live your better life.     ------------ Katie Shugars is a purpose-driven follower of Jesus who wants to see people find freedom in healing. As a young adult who unwillingly discovered the importance of her mental health, she seeks to share her experiences with others with a slight fear of being known by so many, yet a great joy in knowing that other people can live a fuller, healthier, and better life because of her experiences. You can usually find her in her church community, speaking at events, and now, awake past 8pm living her better life. ------   You can order Katie's book on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3AwEGr5.    

Do you hope your children will enter a good college, obtain a U.S. Service Academy appointment, or become responsible, civic-minded community leaders? It is never too soon to think about how to prepare them to meet these goals. Filled with practical advice, examples and resources, this episode with Roxanne Wing provides many ideas to help parents navigate through all of these challenges to help your child achieve success. ------------------- Roxanne Wing, M.B.A., intentionally spent twenty years nurturing her children into successful adults. She started with the end in mind, leading her children through academic and leadership experiences that provided proven character and competitive advantages. Through the years, friends asked, “How do you find these growth opportunities?” Finally, Roxanne shares the secrets she discovered. Now you can take advantage of her experience and lead your child to success. Her book is available on Amazon at:  https://amzn.to/3uBZCvr  

David Pohorence is a first-time author and is excited to share his message and stories in Why Not Me? Having been told many times in his life that he wasn't capable, David defied those predictions and went on to achieve more than anyone thought he could. In this episode, he shares stories about the people and experiences that taught him his valuable life lessons. His courage and belief in himself will inspire you to realize that you are capable of more than you think and that only you can set your limits. He encourages you to always give your best, to serve with passion and to let that passion drive you to success. By the end of the episode, you will be asking yourself, “Why not me?”   ---------------- David Pohorence is an experienced personal trainer, business coach, multi-fitness franchise owner, and a first-time author. David holds a master's degree in Sports Management from the University of Connecticut and a bachelor's degree in Health Administration from Quinnipiac University.  David comes from a large family and is one of seven children. Originally from Connecticut, David currently resides in the Charlotte, NC area, and he owns three Anytime Fitness Franchises in North and South Carolina. As a former athlete, David always had a passion for fitness, nutrition and of course business, but when he is not working on those, he is focused on his other passion—running! He recently completed his first half marathon and is training to run his first marathon. During his down time, David enjoys spending time with his wife Shannon, daughter, Avery and son, Caleb. “Family is everything to me, and so I believe its important to cherish each and every moment I get to spend with my family outside of work.” One fun fact: In college, David was in the theater group where he performed in several plays and had to sing and dance. His enjoyment from doing something so far outside his comfort zone leads him to encourage everyone to try something new. Always remember—“Why Not Me?” Contact David: IG: DavidPoho94 FB:  DavidPohorence Websites:   Anytime Fitness – Wesley Chapel, NC:  https://www.anytimefitness.com/gyms/2592/wesley-chapel-nc-28104/ Anytime Fitness – Indian Land, SC: https://www.anytimefitness.com/gyms/3824/indian-land-sc-29707/ Email: dpoho@msn.com   You can purchase his book at: https://amzn.to/3tWjPMs                      

In today's episode we meet Clayton Apgar and Billy Clark, two of the most sought-after career experts in the world and recent Amazon bestselling authors of The Little Book to Land Your Dream Job. In our conversation, they share their philosophy that discovering your professional identity is the key to finding a career that is a good fit for you. They share some practical ideas on how to do that and outline a basic framework to make your professional dreams come true. Sit back and listen in as Billy and Clayton share their stories.   -------------------------   About Billy Clark and Clayton Apgar   Billy Clark and Clayton Apgar are amongst the most sought-after career experts in the world, having counseled over 5,000 professionals on job search. Billy Clark is the Founder of Billy Clark Creative Management (BCCM). Prior to BCCM, he spent eleven years building the recruiting firm Jack Kelly & Partners after starting his career in investor relations at Taylor Rafferty. A graduate of Boston College, where he majored in Marketing at the Carroll School of Management and received a minor in French from the School of Arts & Sciences, he divides his time between New York and Los Angeles, with sojourns in Europe. Clayton Apgar is a Partner at BCCM. He began his career in public relations at Enterprise Community Partners and for seven years was an actor, working on Broadway, on television and in films. For two years he was on the design team at Michael S Smith and previously led an eponymous interior design practice. He received an MFA in Acting from the Graduate Acting Program at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and an AB in History from Princeton University. He lives with his wife, the actress Kate Morgan Chadwick, and their son in Southern California. You can find Billy and Clayton at their website (https://littlebookproductions.com) or on Instagram (@LittleBookProductions).      

In today's episode, we talk with Kirk Lawrence, the bestselling author of Zero's Heroes, the 1981 true story of when personal trainer Kirk Lawrence was hired by San Francisco 49ers tight end, Charle Young. Their backgrounds were like night and day, but for six months their training became legendary in the Niners organization. Charle's results included leading a Niners team that went from “Laughable Losers to Super Bowl XVI Champions.” Fresno, CA, then gave him The Key to the City.  Kirk's own transformation fueled his fitness career success. His story takes you from when he ran away as a teenager in the dead of night to where he meets Joanie Greggains and makes an impact on morning television. Kirk continued as a consultant to San Quentin prison, coaching fitness students around the world with IDEA, leading the 10,000 person Dole Cup tournament in Japan, being hired by UCSF Medical School to lead a 2 year study on women, exercise and preventing osteoporosis, and training America's public school students with Raisin Youth Fitness, endorsed by Arnold Schwarzenegger and the then 1991 President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.  Everyone wants to feel like a hero. But grit, persistence and determination alone make the difference. No matter what the situation, Kirk went on a coaching quest to be his best. His enduring message is to stick to the fight when you're the hardest hit, it's when things seem the worst-  Rest, but Don't Quit!   ------------------ Kirk grew up, like many children today, in a family that started out like a dream and ended in a divorce. His parent's divorce took place in January of 1965. He was stuck in a toxic environment, and as he got older, the question he needed to answer was how anyone could rise above the constant, toxic, negative divorce stress. He learned from tremendous instructors in Kenpo, Yoga, Wing Chun, weight training with Vince Gironda and Frank Zane, as well from the dance, ballet, and movement instructors at the American Conservatory Theater. He was a graduate of the famous bodybuilding camp, Zane Haven, in Palm Springs, California. These coaches helped Kirk make an impact on physical education and fitness training for men, women, and children.    1975              Black Belt, Chinese Kenpo         1979              1st Personal Training Client 1980              Marine World Conditioning 1981                NFL Personal                           Trainer/Flexibility Coach 1983                Morning Stretch TV                          Show, Music Coordinator 1984                Personal Fitness                          Specialist, Cooper Institute 1984                Men's National                           Aerobics Champion (FitAerobics) 1984                Group Exercise                           Leadership, Cooper Institute 1985                California Department of Corrections                         San Quentin Prison 1986-1990      Continuing Education                           Provider, ACE 1989                Osteoporosis Exercise                           Research, Fitness Director University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)     Co-developed with     Nancy Lawrence,     Fitness Coordinator 1990-1993      Physical Education                         San Mateo/Foster City                           School District 1991-1992      “Raisin Youth Fitness”                         Endorsed by Arnold Schwarzenegger,                                          Chairman                           PCPFS, Co-developed with Nancy Lawrence   Today Kirk lives happily in Indianapolis, Indiana with Dianna, their three kids, and dog, Roscoe. Their best days lie ahead. He works as a courier for FedEx Express in Indianapolis, enjoying the teamwork and dedication to the FedEx “Purple Promise.”   You can find more about Kirk on his website at:  zeroonceheroforever.com    

In today's episode, we talk with Julie Boden Schmidt, the bestselling author of a new children's book titled Woody's Leap of Faith. Julie spent much of her career in health care, but always dreamed about writing a book. A great mystery fan, she assumed if she ever pursued that dream, it would be, of course, a mystery. Then, one day while working in remote Montana, she saw three photographs of wood ducklings preparing to leave the nest – by jumping! Her curiosity was roused and imagination stimulated about what it was like to take that jump. That thought was the inspiration for Woody, Buzz, and Zoey – three wood ducklings with distinct personalities and individual and funny ways of responding to the challenge of leaving the nest. Having fallen in love with these three ducklings, the author's career has shifted with more of their tales to be told.   You can find out more about Julie and keep up to date as new tales of Woody and his family are published by visiting her website at:  www.juliebodenschmidt.com.          

On today's episode, my guest is Annie Levitt, the author and illustrator of First Day at Halsey Hollow Farm.Her book is a beautiful children's story about a horse named Captain arriving at his new home, and the beginning of his friendship with his new owner. Along the way, they experience some important life lessons and Annie shares some of those with us in our conversation. She also talks about Halsey Hollow Farm (which is a real place) and about how her love of horses and children's stories led her to write and illustrate this book. If you are someone who loves horses or who wants to write a book someday, then you will definitely enjoy this episode. I invite you to sit back and listen in as Annie Levitt shares her story.   -----------------   Annie says that she doesn't ever remember a time when she wasn't crazy over horses. She borrowed any horse she could to take care of and ride. After saving babysitting money and lifeguarding money, she bought her own horse….the day before she left for college! Somehow she managed to work through college and keep her horse close by. In fact, since that day, a horse has always been at her side, helping her navigate through life.   You can purchase the book at:  https://amzn.to/3gACx6H    

Today I am joined by Liam Cuddy, the bestselling author of The Getaway People. In his first novel, Liam tackles some profound themes like love, spirituality, cult behavior, good vs. evil and so much more. And we discuss all of that in this episode. We also carry the conversation into what it takes to write a novel and some of the unique aspects of fiction writing that he encountered in this experience. Plus…if you're watching this on YouTube, you'll get to see a video of him floating down a river! Sound intriguing? Then I invite you to sit back and listen in as Liam Cuddy shares his story.   --------------------------     About Liam Cuddy:     Liam Cuddy has always had an affinity for the things he couldn't explain. Having grown up in the small town of Auburn, New York, most of his days were spent hiking, biking, or sitting on the shore of Owasco Lake drumming up ideas for stories that had yet to be written. He found the time and inspiration to complete his debut novel throughout his four years at Niagara University. He is currently pursuing a master's in communication, while working on various other creative endeavors. To contact the author, or to order both current and future work, visit liamcuddy.com.    

Ghosts aren't scary, but they are real. In today's episode we talk with Michelle Paulson, the bestselling author of Faithful. Throughout our conversation, she shares her journey of authenticity and spiritual mediumship. Even though Michelle has been visited by spirits since she was three years old, she didn't start to accept her gifts until her late twenties. In her effort to lead a more authentic life she decided to reveal her secret: she could see, hear, and feel spirit.     Faithful is an intimate look into Michelle's life, what she has learned about mediumship, reconciling her relationship with God and the lessons she has gleaned from spirit over the last four decades. Michelle believes she works for spirit and her job is to help give them a physical voice to share their messages with their loved ones.  Michelle hopes by sharing her personal experiences, client readings, and knowledge about the afterlife from spirit, it will be bring peace and comfort to those still living a physical life. Souls are infinite, love doesn't die and we are surrounded with support from our heavenly loved ones all the days of our lives.   I know you're going to enjoy this episode, so sit back and listen in as Michelle Paulson shares her story.         About Michelle Murnin Paulson:     Death is a part of life and heaven is not unreachable. Heaven is all around us and our loved ones try to communicate with us each day. Michelle Murnin Paulson knew from the age of three that there was something different about her. She has had spirit communications her entire life, but didn't work to develop them until she was in her twenties. Michelle defines her gift as the ability to speak and translate soul. She believes she works for spirit and does her best to take their messages and deliver them to her clients. During sessions Michelle gives a physical voice to loved ones in spirit, spirit guides, and guardian angels. Her goal is to help her clients learn to better understand messages from spirit and hopefully bring comfort and peace to all parties involved. When she isn't delivering spirit messages she is spending her time with her husband and four children. Besides her family, she loves reading, writing, coffee, and converse.          

Today's episode features Olympic gold medalist, Laura Wilkinson. Besides sharing some of the backstory to winning Olympic gold, she discusses what it takes to be a mom of 4 and a world-class athlete. She shares her ideas on creating a winning mindset and being your best, no matter what obstacles are in your way.   Her bestselling book, Life at 10 Meters: Lessons from an Olympic Champion, is available on Amazon. And you can connect with Laura at laurawilkinson.com.   Laura's Wilkinson:   Beating what many said were impossible odds in one of the biggest upsets in Olympic history, Laura, starting in eighth place and with a broken foot, came from behind to win the 2000 Olympic platform gold medal. Laura has also won the 2004 World Cup and the 2005 World Championships, becoming the first woman in history to win all three coveted world titles in platform diving. Along the way, she has won 19 US National Titles, been voted by the American public the 2000 US Olympic Spirit Award winner and was nominated for an ESPY award. Laura has also been inducted into five different Halls of Fame including the International Swimming Hall of Fame. People always notice something that sets Laura apart from her competitors, her smile. She smiles during the most pressure packed and fierce competitions, almost like she's removed from the situation, acknowledging her family and teammates in the stands. Laura explains, “I smile because I love what I do. I make a commitment before the competition to enjoy the experience however it turns out.” Laura attended the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games as a reporter and analyst for NBC. In 2017, following a nine-year retirement, Laura returned to competition. She is now currently training full time with her eyes set firmly on a fourth Olympic Games in Tokyo 2020. Laura launched her own podcast in 2020- The Pursuit of Gold. Her show seeks to equip athletes with the most effective tools that will help them reach their biggest goals in sport through conversations with elite and Olympic athletes, sports professionals, coaches, and experts. In these conversations, Laura and her guests unlock the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual tools that shape the whole athlete and generate peak performance. She also created an online course called Confident Competitor to help eliminate performance anxiety and help athletes approach competitions with confidence. Laura is also wife to Eriek Hulseman and mommy to four amazing children by birth and adoption.  

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In today's episode, we speak with Grace Lambert, the bestselling author of How Did I Not Know About This? Becoming Pain Free Through Posture Therapy. Posture therapy helps people of all ages and abilities get themselves out of chronic pain, restore physical function and/or improve their balance or athletic performance. Grace didn't think enough people knew about the benefits of posture therapy, so she wrote her book t spread the word. Through stories  of her own and those of her other Posture Alliance colleagues, she spreads the message of hope for reducing or eliminating pain.  If you, or someone you know, experience chronic pain, you will want to listen to this interview. Grace shares practical advice on what you can do starting TODAY to move away from pain and back into doing all the things you love to do! Sit back and listen in as Grace Lambert shares her story! --------------   Grace Lambert is a PTX-licensed therapist and a posture alignment specialist, certified through the Egoscue Institute. She offers private sessions, classes and workshops through her business, Posture First Exercise Therapy.  To connect with Grace, you can go to her website at https://www.posture-first.com or email her at grace@posture-first.com If you're interested in finding a posture therapist in your area, go to https://www.posturealignmenttherapists.com. You can also check out Pete Egoscue's work at https://www.egoscue.com.      

In this episode, Coach Sara Doell shares her new bestselling book, Your Future Self Will Thank You: A Book for You. By Me. About You. (told through stories about me). Her wit and wisdom are apparent as she explains how she came to share her personal journey through this book. You will enjoy a mix of serious and difficult stories as well as levity, humor and a touch of sarcasm, as Sara encourages each of us to navigate the complexities of life.  Sit back and listen in as Sara Doell shares her story! ----more----   Sara Doell is a CLCC certified life coach, college golf coach, Class A LPGA member, co-creator of the Best Parts Podcast and is now a freaking published author. She believes in the law of attraction, that the toilet paper goes over and not under and that Charleston Chews should only be eaten straight out of the freezer. She has an irrational fear of frogs, is a loyal fan of the musical Rent and thinks olives taste like feet smell. You will never convince her otherwise. Her future dreams include owning a home in a sleepy beach town that is within an hour of a major metropolitan airport, visiting all 50 states before the Big 5-0, petting a sloth and learning how to play the guitar.   IG and FB: @saradoellcoaching   Twitter: @saradoellcoach1  LinkedIn at @sara-doell

Let's face it…being a mom is really, really hard.   If you can relate, then you're going to enjoy today's episode where Tanya Pershin, the bestselling author of “MOM”ing: It's Not All Sparkles and Tutus, shares lessons she's learned as she's traveled along her “Mom”ing journey.   Tanya has a mission to let every mom out there know that she is not alone. In this conversation, she shares her belief that as moms, it might not all be sparkles and tutus, but we are all in this together. And in the end, our faith, our purpose and our love make every step of the journey something to celebrate.   Listen in as Tanya Pershin shares her story.   ---------------   Tanya Pershin is full of life, unending energy and curiosity. You can't help but laugh, feel joy, and love when you're around her. She currently works at Player's Fitness and Performance. If you were to ask her title, she would tell you she is a professional hugger and talker.   Her first 12 years of life were spent growing up in Saudi Arabia. She moved to Maryland and currently resides in Frederick with her husband, Billy, and two very active teenage boys, Kyle and Branden.   Website:  tanyapershin.com FB:  @tanyapershin IG:  @tpershin

When you watch reality TV (The Bachelor, Survivor, American Ninja Warrior), do you ever wonder who those people are? Where do they come from? How do they get on the show? And what does it really take to WIN? If so, then you're in for a treat! On this episode, we interview Jill May, the winner of NBC's STRONG. She is a recent bestselling author of the book, Strong Enough: From Dream to Reality - a Winner's Journey and in this interview, she shares the backstory of her journey to STRONG and beyond.  ----------------- Jill May is the Season One Winner of NBC's Reality TV Show STRONG. She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Health Coach who has coached hundreds towards healthy lifestyle changes. She is also a nationally recognized speaker known for inspiring audiences towards personal growth and betterment. She lives in Minnesota with her husband of 21 years, Dan. She also has four teenage children who regularly challenge everything she knows.