The Success Design

Sharon? ?Haver? ?is a fashion + style expert with a head for marketing and business building, known for her direct approach to helping everyday women step into their star power. Sharon and her work have appeared in the media nearly 1,000 times during her three-decade career in both style + entrepreneurship. She has 15 years experience as a New York photography fashion stylist and is the founder of the web site FocusOnStyle.com, where she has been sharing her fashion stylist tips and style advice of every kind online since 1999. As a leading New York fashion stylist for 15 years, her work ran the gambit from styling Vogue covers with major jewels and couture clothes to making polyester sweats look great in ads so that you would actually want to wear them. Somewhere in between, she also styled catalogs and ads for top department stores, big name brands, magazine editorials, as well as celebrities and supermodels.  Sharon's new book StyleWORD: Fashion Quotes For Real Style- Stylist contains tips, tricks and motivation to inspire your best-dressed self. She knows that in today's fast paced world results count. For those needing introductory stylist advice or just a wardrobe refresher, StyleWORD is the ultimate cheat sheet to upgrade your look with beauty tips, style snippets, and fashion quotes for a quick read that delivers solid advice to elevate your everyday chic style. Includes an audio training bonus. Buy Sharon's book at StyleWordBook.com or Amazon.

It's well known that good communication is the foundation of any successful relationship, whether personal or professional. It's important to recognize, though, that it's our nonverbal communication—our facial expressions, gestures, eye contact, posture, and tone of voice—that speak the loudest. The ability to understand and use nonverbal communication, or body language, is a powerful tool that can help you connect with others, express what you really mean, and build better relationships. Leading is all about influence. How you present yourself in a leadership role affects your ability to successfully leverage authority and motivate others. Do you inspire people to follow your lead? Today's Guest is Joe Yazbeck who is an internationally known Master Speaker and Trainer among his many other accomplishlishments.  Mr. Yazbeck is a New York Times Best Selling Author and the author of the extraordinary book No Fear Speaking.

Royal Guest Experts Amanda Littlefield and Marilyn Braun The House of Windsor has a new addition!  On May 2, 2015, Princess Charlotte of Cambridge was born at 8:34 a.m. London time.  With the given name Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, the Princess entered into this world with as much pageantry and fanfare as one would expect for a royal. Following the birth of Princess Charlotte, many landmarks were lit pink including Tower Bridge, London Eye, and the Trafalgar Square.  One thing is certain, the British love their monarchy! Of note, Princess Charlotte is scheduled to be christened on July 5, 2015 at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham by Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury.  Coincidentally, this is the same church in which Princess Diana was baptized. On this episode, I have two royal experts as my guests to discuss everything from Princess Charlotte's lineage to her upbringing.  If you are a fan of the British royals, you won't want to miss the episode.  And even, if you're not, listen anyway to become one!

On March 24, 2003, Susie Castillo was crowned Miss USA in front of millions in a nationally televised live event from San Antonio, Texas.  Representing Massachusetts as its first Latina titleholder, she also was the first Miss USA with Dominican-Puerto Rican ancestry.  In May 2003, Susie travelled to Panama City, Panama to compete in the Miss Universe pageant.  Placing as a Top 15 semi-finalist, her national costume was the appropriately chosen "Wonder Woman". After her reign as Miss USA, Susie has been quite busy with everything from appearing on On Air with Ryan Seacreat to co-hosting the Miss Teen USA pageant.  She has so many accolades like the above-mentioned that it would be impossible to mention them all here. One of her most recent and exciting projects is an endeavor that is in conjunction with Miss USA 2004 Shandi Finnessey.  She is the co-founder of Pageantology which is a pageant coaching company that provides workshops and private coaching to pageant contestants. Visit Pageantology's website here Visit Susie Castillio's website here

In 2014 as the reigning Mrs. Texas, Beth Isbell competed in the Mrs. United States pageant and walked away with the crown!  At the time, she was only twenty-four years old, yet she continues to represent married women everywhere with grace and style.  In this episode of "The Pageant Hour", I will get to know more about this Texas beauty. Beth Isbell graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science with a minor in Agricultural Business. She quickly developed a passion for learning and leading in an educational environment, so upon graduation she attended Texas A&M University where she completed a Master of Science degree in Leadership, Education and Communications. She began working for the Texas A&M University system as a youth development agent in which she provided educational programming relating to health, bullying, character education, and leadership to youth in her assigned county. Two years later, she began working for East Central University as a graduate advisor and program coordinator for distance education and still volunteers her time heavily with programs that focus on youth mentoring. Beth has been married to her husband Brett for a year and a half and they have one “fur baby,” Tanner; a miniature beagle.

Kim Ades, MBA is president and founder of Frame of Mind Coaching and JournalEngine(TM) Software. Author, speaker, entrepreneur, coach, and mother of 5, Kim is one of North America's foremost experts on performance through thought mastery and mental focus. By using her unique process of integrating online journaling in her coaching, she works with clients who are intelligent, driven, and ambitious and helps them examine and shift their thinking in order to yield extraordinary results. Kim has been a featured speaker for dozens of organizations including the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS), RISMedia, the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the Association for Talent Development (ATD - formerly ASTD), the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the World Business and Executive Coach Summit (WBECS), the National Speakers Association (NSA) and the International Association of Coaches (IAC). Kim also trains hundreds of coaches and leaders annually in the art of incorporating journals into their coaching process with a focus on mindset and mental toughness. For an inside look at this unique coaching approach, go to www.frameofmindcoaching.com. Additionally, Kim is the author of What You Focus on Grows.  

Kim Gravel is a veteran television host/interviewer, entrepreneur and leader, but most of all she has a passion for people and hearing their stories. She has logged thousands of hours as host of awardwinning talk shows "Friends & Neighbors" and  "Atlanta Live", is seen on The Steve Harvey Show and Headline News Network as a recurring contributor, is featured on the SiriusXM Radio show Dirty Pop with Lance Bass in the weekly advice column segment “Gravel Mail” and starred in the hit weekly docuseries “Kim of Queens” on the Lifetime Network. In 1991, at the age of 19, Kim became one of the youngest Miss Georgias in the state pageant's history. She went on to represent her home state in the renowned Miss America pageant and as a result was asked to serve as US Goodwill Ambassador to Japan. Kim has worked for Revlon and Christian Dior as make-up artist; served as National Cosmetology Association spokesperson; and served as a make-up artist and stylist to over 100 fashion shows and photo shoots. She has taken her knowledge and experience in beauty and launched her own boutique cosmetic line, Hardee Girl Cosmetics. Combining her expertise skills of communication and leadership, Kim is also a certified Life Coach. Kim has a rare gift of encouraging and guiding people with loving directness. She somehow gets by with saying the things that everyone else is thinking. Her compassionate yet straight forward "Dr. Phil-esqe" style keeps her in high demand as a Life Coach, mentor, advisor and consultant. As lead singer and songwriter of recording group Beloved, Kim entertains and sings to thousands across the country every year, including hosting sold-out women's conferences annually in Atlanta. She still finds time to raise her two boys, Beau and Blanton with husband Travis. 

The lovely Maggie Bridges won the coveted title of Miss Georgia last June and went on to compete at the Miss America pageant in Atlantic City, NJ in September 2014.   Throughout her reign as Miss Georgia, Maggie has been committed to her personal platform of “Impacting Others Through Volunteerism” statewide. Maggie has given over 800 hours of volunteer service to a wide variety of worthwhile causes. She is also a Team Developer for the Hands On Network, a national organization headquartered in Atlanta, which connects people to volunteer opportunities in their communities. Maggie uses her speaking engagements, media interviews and personal appearances as Miss Georgia encouraging others to volunteer. She is also a statewide ambassador for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, the Miss America Organization's national charitable partner.  A scholar at the Georgia Institute of Technology, at the conclusion of her year of service as Miss Georgia, she will complete her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a minor in Information Technology. Maggie then plans to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and open her own pharmacy. Maggie is a popular vocalist who enjoys performing at events and in churches throughout the state. A personal highlight was singing the National Anthem at Turner Field before an Atlanta Braves game.  For more information about the Miss Georgia Scholarship Pageant, visit www.missga.org

Time management is a disciplined mindset to be able to live in the moment while working toward the future. It is all mental—it's an attitude.  Having control in your life is about commitment, routines, flexibility, adjustments, and planning.  We create our own self-limitations.  We say we'll do tomorrow what we really want to do today.  Eliminate what's holding you back.  “Time Management Manifesto” offers specific actions that will teach subscribers the following themes: •           Manage your time, don't let it manage you •           Time management is required of all levels, in all positions •           The benefits of managing professional time effectively spill into your personal space What if you could accomplish more in a forty-hour week then your current fifty, sixty, or seventy-hour work week? What if your success was simply a matter of working smarter, not harder?  Good time management and organizational skills are a must for successful professionals. You'll be challenged to strengthen your commitments and habits relating to time management and organizational skills without being a slave to it.  You will find the power of routines and people, while learning how to effectively deal with “fire drills” that will reduce stress, increase success, and ensure that you sleep better at night knowing your life is in control.   www.transformationtom.com Twitter: @TomDowd4 Email: tomdowd@roadrunner.com

Publishing a book is the easiest, fastest way to develop yourself and your brand. You pick the subject and direction, ultimately leading you to be an expert in that industry. It's that simple. So basically, you can form your own brand into whatever you want to be known for. Use the freedom of your own visions to make your life a success! Critically Acclaimed Publisher and Author Tara Richter uses her book “Write a Book in 4 Weeks!” to elaborate on how her manuals contain the tools to help write your own book in 4 weeks and brand yourself as an expert in your field. Website: www.richterpublishing.com  

As the amount of information continues to pour in about how maintain a healthy lifestyle, it still comes down to having a positive mindset and to find your sense of purpose in life which will help you to live longer and happier, no matter what age you are.  “The right mindset, and something to look forward to can help you to live longer – even when your purpose hasn't become clear yet.”  We all face challenges and adversity that seem to weigh us down at some point in life, but if we allow our negative thinking to control our psyche we can't see or enjoy life's gifts. My guest today is Beate Chelette who will elaborate on how maintaining a positive outlook, even after the obstacles life throws in your path, can help you understand your purpose and succeed. www.BeateChelette.com

Bring in the year 2015 with a roar by planning a New Year's party that will include games, drinks, fun and frolic. This time of the year is the best time to plan a party, as many different types of parties are arranged for New Year's Eve.  There are theme parties, house parties, banquette parties, corporate wide events, and many more. People and Companies start planning for the New Year well in advance to have a blast. Meet Trace Kingham: * Featured in Brides Magazine and Columbus Home and Garden * 18+ Years Experience Planning and Designing High Profile Events for Fortune 500 Companies * WBNS 10tv - On-Air Contributor * Founder and Developer of Kingham Signature Events: www.eventdesign.expert *www.tracekingham.com

Asia Monet Ray made her television debut at six years old when she entered the first season of Lifetime's Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition. Despite being the youngest, she wowed the judges and audiences. Asia beat competitors twice her age to make it to the finale, where she placed third overall.  Afterwards, Asia joined Abby Lee Miller's elite junior competition team on season 3 of Dance Moms and proved she was a champion by winning every single competition solo she performed.  Asia was then offered her own docu-series, Raising Asia. The series followed the young performer alongside her mom, dad, and little sister Bella Blu.  While Asia is best known for her dancing, she is now venturing into the world of music. Her debut album is titled “Asia Monet”. The full LP is available on Asia's website. Her current single "Christmas Time" debuted just in time for the holidays and will be played on this broadcast!  Asia also has a huge social media following, gaining about 1,000 to 2,000 Instagram followers daily adding to her existing 500,000 followers.  She is rounding out her triple threat status with a budding acting career and recently wrapped the indie film Sister Code alongside Amber Rose. Asia Monet Ray's Website Click here to purchase Asia's single "Christmas Time" Click here to view the video to "Christmas Time"

Judy Morris has worked as a Time-space feng shui professional and teacher for over 25 years and has clients throughout the United States, Caribbean, Canada and Europe. She is the first American certified to practice and teach Classical Chinese Feng Shui, and she is the first American designated as a Feng Shui Master through the Feng Shui Research Center founded by Master Joseph Yu. She came to the feng shui profession from a successful 20+ year career as a management consultant, personal and business productivity coach. "My years as a consultant taught me to appreciate the impact our environments exert on our happiness, health, productivity and relationships," she recalls. "I searched for a teacher who was grounded in this rich Chinese system. I was especially attracted to Toronto-based Master Yu because of his background is mathematics and physics," she recalls. "He is a scientist who set out to disprove Feng Shui and, in the process, became so convinced of its validity and power that he is recognized today as one of its most respected proponents." Master Yu is one of the top Classical Feng Shui Masters. For years Judy searched for a Qi Gong master to assist her in having a deeper experience of the energies she works with in Feng Shui. Instead in 2004 she  met Dr. Barry A. Morguelan who is one of fewer than 10 who have successfully completed the training to help people connect to the underlying root energy and to teach others how to stay connected and use that connection successfully. Through the ongoing learning and employment of these practices under the expert supervision of Dr. Morguelan, she has been able to surpass the general expectations of her clients and students in the efficacy of the Feng Shui services she provides and teaches. Website: www.energyforsuccess.org

Known as the Queen of Versailles, Jacqueline Siegel is a true Renaissance woman.  She holds many titles: wife, mother, philanthropist, Mrs. Florida 1993, and Mrs. Florida America director.  Tune in to today's show to learn more about this fascinating lady! Jacqueline's Website: www.jacquelinesiegel.net Mrs. Florida America: www.mrsflamerica.com

This episode's guest is Tom Dowd who is an expert in the area of public speaking.  Tom is an active member in Toastmasters International, a group of 300,000 members worldwide looking to develop communication and leadership skills. Tom joined in 2008 thinking it was just a way to boost his résumé. It became a wonderful downhill spiral of failure. Whether it was a speech contest or a publisher's rejection, Toastmasters pushed him beyond his comfort zone to find self-awareness, belief that he could make a difference and the motivation to take smarter steps toward success both personally and professionally. What Tom found was a boost in confidence that changed the path of his life and career. In 2010-2011, he was awarded the District 45 Outstanding Toastmaster of the Year representing over 100 clubs in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and the three eastern most provinces of Canada. Now exhibiting consistent speech contest success, Tom is the two-time Table Topics District 45 champion for 2012 and 2013. Additionally, he is a member of the National Speakers Association and the Global Speakers Federation. Tom Dowd, AKA Transformation Tom™, is a loving father of three beautiful daughters and a devoted husband from a small town in Maine. He is a graduate of the University of Delaware with a Communication degree, concentrating on interpersonal and organizational communication. Tom is a prize-winning speaker, an award-winning and Amazon best-selling author, trainer, coach, and radio host—all spurred by his need to be more than a painfully shy and introverted individual on a rollercoaster ride of success. Website:  www.transformationtom.com Twitter:    @TomDowd4

Miss Florida 2014 Victoria Cowen beautifully represented the Sunshine State at the Miss America pageant by placing third runner up.  With grace and dignity, she answered the onstage question by tying in her platform One Chance, One Choice.  Her exquisite lyrical dance in the talent portion of the competition put her in contention for a top placement.  And her evening gown was a perfect choice to make her look pratically angelic on the Miss America stage. Want to learn more about Miss Cowen? Tune into to today's Pageant Hour to find out more!

Inspiration is a natural result of the highly desirable connection you create with your audience because of your compelling, expressive communication with them. There are three connections that every public speaker and performing artist must make when they step onto a stage if they want to effectively communicate their message or art. Join me as I interview Joe Yazbeck and unlock the key to these three connections. Joe Yazbeck is an Internationally known Master Speaker. He is an expert on Media and Communications and the author of the acclaimed book 'No Fear Speaking'.   For more information on Joe Yazbeck, visit: prestigeleader.com or nofearspeaking.com

Natural psychology is a brand new psychology of meaning. Building on existential philosophy and psychology, it presents an up-to-date picture of life purpose centered on the idea of value-based meaning-making. By accurately describing meaning as a psychological experience, by announcing that meaning must be made and not sought, and by providing a robust new vocabulary of meaning, natural psychology advances our understanding of the roots of emotional distress and provides a framework for authentic living. Never run short of meaning or life purpose again! Dr. Eric Maisel is the author of more than 40 books in the areas of creativity, meaning and mental health. He is widely regarded as America's foremost creativity coach and founded the profession of creativity coaching. He provides core trainings for the Creativity Coaching Association and leads workshops nationally and internationally. Dr. Maisel presents at workshop centers like Omega, Kripalu, Esalen, Hollyhock, and Rowe, at events like the Paris Writers Workshop, at annual conferences of organizations like Romance Writers of America and the American Psychological Association, and in locations like San Francisco, New York, London, Paris, Prague, Rome and Berlin. Dr. Maisel lives in the San Francisco Bay Area where he maintains an active creativity coaching practice.  Websites: www.EricMaisel.com www.NaturalPsychology.net - Be sure to visit this website for a free download!      

New Zealand's John Martin has always lived life on the edge.  At age 13, he biked around New Zealand's East Cape.  At age 16, he made his first parachute jump.  At age 18, he purchased his first aircraft and learned to fly.  At age 21, he made New Zealand's first base jump and at 24 years old he obtained his commercial pilot's licence. At age 26, he received burns to 70% of his body, face and hands when his crop dusting aircraft crashed and burned. He spent the next three months in intensive care in an induced coma, and underwent numerous medical procedures including skin grafting, debriding and reconstructive surgery. Within a year he returned to flying. He entered a partnership and purchased a branch of the company he previously worked for, providing the flying service to Motiti Island. A year later he set up his own Tandem Skydiving business which he still runs today.  In quieter times John spends time cruising around the Coromandel Coast on his yacht where he continues to explore his new found passion for writing. His first book, a short story called “Out of the Ashes” was used by several schools as a study aid and saw John listed with Celebrity Speakers NZ as a motivational speaker.  John's story “Just Shut Up and Jump” is not of one of self pity but a testament as to what a positive approach and never say die attitude can achieve. John Martin's website:  www.johnmartin.co.nz

In addition to being a successful author and radio show host, Linda Ballesteros is a highly respected motivational speaker, business woman and a coach. In 2004, she left a successful career in banking to discover her new passion.  This led her to become a business networking expert, and she ultimately founded the business women's networking group, Wine Women and Wealth. Due to Linda's leadership, her organization grew to more than 300 members during its first year and recently merged it with a nationwide organization where she served as the Texas regional director. Through radio, Linda has empowered, inspired and taught others by interviewing “ordinary people who tell their extraordinary stories.” When she's not growing her podcast Behind the Business Card, Linda can be found working one-on-one, coaching fellow women in business. She serves as a mentor, an inspiration and a friend to women, as she coaches them on how to improve their business through networking, marketing and self-realization. Linda Ballesteros is the author of Your Pot of Gold is a Handshake Away – A Step By Step Plan To Quickly Grow Your Business Through Referrals  and Catch Your Star. Currently, Linda is starting her very own marketing company named Visible Authority Marketing. www.lindaballesteros.com www.visibleauthoritymarketing.com www.behindthebusinesscard.com

Do you know what makes the difference between those who succeed in life and those who do not?  My guest Justin Sachs has unlocked this secret in his book The Power of Persistence. It contains the most uplifting and impacting stories of how persistence has shaped the greatest leaders in business and life in general. Ever wonder what the difference is between those who have enormous success and those who just barely make it by? This book will show you why persistence is the number one skill the greatest successes have. My guest Justin Sachs will uncover his secrets to peak performance as well! This show is chalk full of valuable information and cannot be missed! Justin's website: www.justinsachscompanies.com Justin's Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/justinsachs Justin's Twitter: www.twitter.com/justinsachs Justin's Facebook: www.facebook.com/justinsachscompanies

Have you ever stopped one day, looked around and thought that you aren't happy with your life and felt helpless to change it? Most of us have gone through this at one time or another. Feeling stuck is okay, but there are ways to keep it from eating you up and even more importantly, ways to get unstuck. Life Coach Rhonda Britten shares insight on how to get your life back on track and moving forward when you're feeling in a lurch. Rhonda Britten is America's #1 Life Coach, author of "Fearless Living" and "Change Your Life in 30 Days", and a repeat guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show.   www.RhondaBritten.com

Fear holds us back from realizing our dreams. It paralyzes us even when we can see success is within our grasps. Because of fear, many of us give up too early and never reach our most important goals. It's our fear of failure, fear of inadequacy, and fear of the unknown that makes it so difficult to keep moving forward. But why? The answer is etched deep in our psyche because we have all experienced adversity. If you have ever been bullied, abused, ignored, or made fun of, those negative experiences can destroy a person's self-confidence. We need to overcome those experiences to drive away our fears. Then, we free ourselves to pursue our dreams and live the life we've always wanted.  Beate Chelette, creator of The Women's Code, reveals the secret that allows you to overcome your fears and find true happiness.    Visit Beate Chelette at the following websites:   http://www.beatechelette.com  http://TheWomensCode.com http://HappyWomanHappyWorld.com 

JV Crum III is a best selling author, world-renowned business coach, and mentor. He became a self-made entrepreneur millionaire in his twenties and is an investor who has built and sold companies. JV is a visionary strategist and is also a speaker in the areas of conscious business, fast profit growth, and youth leadership. He holds graduate degrees in three areas – law, and MBA, and a Masters in Psychology. Most notably, he is the Founder of ConsciousMillonaire.com and the best selling author of “Conscious Millionaire: Grow Your Business by Making a Difference”. He is the Founder and Director of a global non-profit that supports the development of youth leaders from age 6 to 25 who are giving back to their communities and uplifting humanity. The non-profit he founded, Conscious World Foundation, produces the annual Conscious World Day to both honor youth from around the world and inspire others with their heart-felt stories of giving back and making their difference. Today's topic is Mastermind Business Methods. RELEVANT LINKS Conscious Millionaire Website: http://consciousmillionaire.com/ Conscious World Foundation: http://consciousworld.org/

This past weekend, the Red Hills International Horse Trials hosted top equestrian riders from around the world.  One of those riders is my guest today. Alexandra Knowles finished second in the prestigious CIC 3* division. Alexandra “Allie” Knowles has quickly established herself as one of America's most promising young Three-Day Event riders. As a Pony Club “A” graduate and level 3 ICP certified trainer with a tremendous work ethic and competitive edge, Allie has gained the attention of her peers and the U.S. team selection Committee in recent years. She continues to earn numerous wins and titles, with the goal of representing her country at the Olympic Games. Allie's love of horses, dedicated attitude, passion for the sport of Eventing and strong fundamentals, make her the choice of many owners and riders, for her training and coaching services. Allie was  named the recipient of the Rebecca Broussard International Travel Grant winning $10,000 for the 2012 season to pursuit her international competition goals.  In 2013, Allie added a number of wins to her record and competed at the Rolex Kentucky 4* event for the first time, being the highest placing american after the dressage phase of competition. Some of her other  career highlights include being named to the 2011 Developing rider list, and having two horses short listed for the Pan American Games. Allie looks towards the 2014 year with great excitement as she contest a variety of shows with a great group of horses. Allie's Website

Katie Krimitsos has given the world's most successful business women a home. Her innovative new Podcast, Business Women Rock! has burst onto the podcast scene with intelligence and attitude and sheds light on the world's most successful business women. Business Women Rock! is hosted by Katie Krimitsos, a no-frills and vibrant business owner whose own business journey has been profoundly affected by the lessons she's learned from others' stories. She asserts that the wisdom she acquires from hearing how someone else has dealt with the ins and outs of running a business has directly impacted her entrepreneurial evolution. These moments of awareness and action are exactly what she's serving to her listeners. Katie is pioneering an entirely new idea within the Podcasting arena, which is timed perfectly to meet the needs of the rapidly growing female audience who want access to top quality content via podcasts. Whether you are about to launch your company, in the trenches of building your business, or building your career as a professional, Business Women Rock! will appeal to every professional in a fantastically unique way. The podcast can be heard here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/business-women-rock!-katie/id818183720?mt=2 For more information on Katie Krimitsos and/or the Business Women Rock! Podcast visit: http://bizwomenrock.com or https://www.facebook.com/businesswomenrock

Topic: Publishing Options It's your choice, but how do you make a decision that's right for you? This show explores and explains what each direction to publication, their pitfalls, and their benefits. Biography: Susan Wingate began writing as a child when she learned her father was a writer.   A vibrant public speaker, Susan offers inspiring, motivational talks about faith, the craft of writing, publishing and marketing, and how to survive in this extremely volatile ePublishing industry. She enjoys chatting with folks about her books at writing conferences, libraries and book stores around the country. She also loves to visit with book clubs for more intimate talks. Website:  www.SusanWingate.com

Many people set goals, but few actually achieve them.  What they lack is self-management. Luckily, self-management is a teachable skill.  Along with self-management comes success. Those who can learn to manage themselves can learn to manage others. Those who acquire these skills will advance in life.  My guest today is Eric Papp and he will teach us about self-management and how we can use it to reach our goals. Eric Papp is the author of Leadership by Choice and is a world renowned keynote speaker.  Visit his websites at www.EricPapp.com and www.PowerWithIntegrity.com.

U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Davis Tarwater, along with several of his other fellow swimmers, have taken on a project called The Swimmer Calendar. Its purpose is to grow the sport of swimming, help the athletes, and give back to charity.   Plenty will be revealed about the above-stated objectives as I interview Davis Tarwater about this project, its goals, and its future. Website:  www.swimmercalendar.com Twitter Handle: @SwimmerCalendar Davis' Twitter Handle: @davis_tarwater

Gary Loper is a recognized Twitter Expert, Mindset Coach, Motivational Speaker, Trainer, former Talk Radio host, life and business coach, and a highly respected entrepreneur "Helping People Master the Business of Life".  Gary has a strong background in marketing and sales, and his 30+ years of customer service and 15 years of direct sales adds more depth to who he is. With his diversity in spiritual studies, relationship building, life and business coaching, and marketing, customer service and sales, his background is a perfect blend to help others to be their best, in life and business. He teaches his audience strategies and tactics on how to become successful, to produce and maintain positive solutions, to stay in a positive mindset, and attract and manifest true wealth. Gary empowers people to discover their gifts, develop confidence and create better relationships with themselves and others in their lives. Learn more about Gary Loper. Connect with Gary on:   Twitter      Facebook     LinkedIn

Jill Vanderwood, the author of Shaking Behind the Microphone: Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking, will share the 10 point plan she uses herself to help make public speaking experiences more manageable. It wasn't until Jill Vanderwood became an author that she needed to overcome her fear of public speaking. She was asked to visit classrooms and give speeches to children, as well as teach workshops for other writers. She was terrified in front of audiences but told herself to never say "no" to a speech. First she would accept the speaking assignment and then figure out how she was going to do it. This lead her to Toastmasters. The final "leap" she made was to go skydiving. Now she tells herself, "I'm not afraid of these people. I went skydiving from 12,000 feet!" You will learn ten points to make your public speaking experience more manageable, plus stories from others who were faced with the prospect of losing their jobs if they didn't learn to speak in public. Biography: Jill Vanderwood is a published author of six books who also teaches workshops to other writers.  She speaks to groups about overcoming the fear of public speaking.  She has been interviewed on radio, television, and newspaper media.  Trained through Toastmasters, she has to overcome her own public speaking fear which held her back for most of her life.

Topic:  Get Published, Stay Published There are five key items you need to maintain a publishing career. This episode will discuss each in detail. About my Guest: Susan Wingate began writing as a child when she learned her father was a writer.   A vibrant public speaker, Susan offers inspiring, motivational talks about faith, the craft of writing, publishing and marketing, and how to survive in this extremely volatile ePublishing industry. She enjoys chatting with folks about her books at writing conferences, libraries and book stores around the country. She also loves to visit with book clubs for more intimate talks. Website: www.susanwingate.com

John DiLeo, nationally recognized film expert and author of six books Including “Screen Savers: 40 Remarkable Movies Awaiting Rediscovery”, opens up the world of classic movies, going beyond the obvious choices and uncovering wonderful gems to be discovered by eager fans, as well as covering the 2013 Oscar race. Who should be in, who should win, and who might be getting snubbed. As featured on Turner Classic Movies, Mr. DiLeo is America's most recognized film expert who will discuss current movies, Hollywood history, and Hollywood happenings. Website: www.johndileo.com

Are you prepared to die tomorrow? Would you be happy with your life if you did? Learn the three most basic foundations to living life to the fullest. Author of There is No Redo: Strategies for a Lifetime, Dr. Larry Benovitz reveals how to live without wasted time. For more information on Dr. Larry Benovitz, visit his website.

By discovering your brand from within, you can strategically position yourself to get what you want whether it be job security, a promotion, or another job altogether! Everyone has their own personal brand, and it is up to you to find it. Branding Expert Eva Chen reveals how to develop your personal brand. Meet Eva Chen: §  ¦ Personal and Professional Brand Strategist §  ¦ Marketing and Advertising Expert §  ¦ Creator of Brand From Within §  ¦ CEO of New Leaf Creative Strategies §  ¦ Experienced in management consulting, strategy, brand management, creative agency, and coaching To find out more about Eva Chen, vist her website

Guest: David Newman, Marketing Expert and Author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller: Do It! Marketing: 77 Instant-Action Ideas to Boost Sales, Maximize Profits and Crush Your Competition Every executive and entrepreneur is up against competition – whether in your career, your business, or your value to your organization. Yet the world has changed so dramatically that everything most people know about competing successfully is either broken, backwards, or hopelessly out of date. Marketing Expert David Newman shares rapid-fire, instant-action no-BS ideas to get you unstuck in this age of overwhelming competition to help you grow your business or career. David works with executives and entrepreneurs who want to position themselves as thought-leaders and generate MORE leads, BETTER prospects and BIGGER sales. For more information on David, visit his website at http://www.doitmarketing.com 

“The one thing all famous authors, world class athletes, business tycoons, singers, actors, and celebrated achievers in any field have in common is that they all began their journeys when they were none of these things.”- Mike Dooley Don't get caught up in what everyone else is doing. Don't stress about what you haven't done yet. Never compare your beginning to someone else's middle. Author of “On the Way to Success: Everybody Starts Somewhere”, Pilar Ortiz discusses the above-mentioned concep in depth. Meet Pilar Ortiz: Current Events and News CommentatorMedia Expert and TV TalentBilingual International Speaker, Trainer, and EntrepreneurAdvisor and Consultant in both the private sector and the government, in the media, civic organizations, educational institutions or non-profit organizations and for individualsTV/Video Coach20 years as a Reporter, Main Anchor (11 years as the News Anchor at Univision Tampa), Producer and News Director in networks such as CBS Telenoticias, Univision, Caracol, RCN and 24 HorasWoman of the Year in the Media in 2000Member of the NSA (National Speakers Association)President of the Professional Hispanic Women's AssociationAuthor of “On the Way to Success: Everybody Starts Somewhere”

Jack Duffy became interested in the JFK assassination after seeing a bootleg copy of the famous Zapruder film of President Kennedy's fatal motorcade in 1972. He has been researching the assassination ever since.   Jack's book draws on his deep knowledge and personal research into the President's murder and is therefore based on actual events and people surrounding the assassination.   Jack has interviewed many key eyewitnesses to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, including Buell Frazier, Jean Hill, Mary Moorman, Beverly Oliver, and Bill Newman. He has also interviewed 2 surgeons who treated JFK at Parkland hospital - Dr. Robert McClelland and Dr. Charles Crenshaw. He has interviewed Marina Oswald.   Jack has also met many researchers who have written books on the assassination including Vincent Bugliosi, Mark Lane, Josiah Thompson, Robert Groden, Jim Marrs and Gaeton Fonzi.     Jack Duffy is a trial lawyer from Ft. Worth, Texas. He specializes in personal injury and criminal defense law.  He was born in Bertram, Texas and grew up in Ft. Worth.  He graduated from Paschal High School in Ft. Worth, Texas, and Texas Tech University with a BA in Political Science.   It was at Texas Tech that Jack met Vincent Bugliosi. Mr. Bugliosi was giving a speech on the Charles Manson trial. Mr. Bugliosi influenced Mr. Duffy to become a lawyer.   Mr. Duffy went on to graduate from Baylor University with a MBA and then graduated from South Texas College of Law with a JD.  The Man From 2063 is his first book. http://www.jackgduffylaw.com  

What are your fashion options? Let my guest Sharon Haver, an authority on fashion & style, tell you how to look chic anytime, anywhere. On this episode, we will discuss the following: Current fall trends How to "dress to impress" this holiday season How to avoid dressing too old for your age Upcoming trends from the spring collections Sharon Haver is the founder of the fashion & style guide www.FocusOnStyle.com which has been online since 1999. Additionally, she is a New York City-based stylist, syndicated fashion columnist, and entrepreneur.  

"Top 10 Strategies YOU need to become a Successful Leader"   Highlights proven strategies to become a successful leader, reveals key leadership success secrets that set great leaders apart from the so-­so leaders in today's organizations, addresses questions as: How are some people able to effortlessly lead and inspire others, while other meet with constant criticism and failure? What are the qualities that we should look for in potential leaders? If you ever find yourself in the position to offer leadership, what are the factors that will help you lead more effectively?  Book: I've Been Called the B* Word… Now What Do I Do? 13 Rules for the New-Age Professional Woman  Available at www.ivebeencalledthebword.com, barnesandnoble.com and amazon.com. It is also available as an ebook on Kindle and Nook.  Website: www.ivebeencalledthebword.com

Blasting the Market: How to Get Noticed & Published   Through the advent of the internet, the publishing industry has changed rapidly. In the last five years, marketing resources have broken open, allowing writers even greater ways to get noticed than ever before. In my interview with Susan, we will discuss methods used by industry pros and how you can benefit from these methods.   Please visit Susan's website at http://www.susanwingate.com/

Mallory Hytes Hagan was crowned Miss America on January 12, 2013.  She represented the State of New York during the 2013 Miss America pageant where she won both the swimsuit and evening gown portions of the competition.  For her talent, she performed a tap number to James Brown's "Get Up Offa That Thing".   In addition to the $50,000 college scholarship as part of the Miss America award package, Mallory joined an elite sorority of women to hold the title of Miss America dating back to 1921.   Mallory's platform, Child Sexual Abuse Prevention, is predicated on abuse suffered by members on her own family and is, therefore, very close to her heart.  Within 24 hours of her reign as Miss America, she was in communication with U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan promoting awareness of child sexual abuse.   Mallory's major initiative as Miss America was to become a spokesperson for the Chidren's Miracle Network where she travelled approximately 20,000 miles per month in its support.     Mallory's future plans consist of becoming a global marketing director for a comestics company after earning her degree in cometics and fragrance marketing.   For more information, please visit www.missamerica.org

As the Millenials take over the workforce, the old ways of motivating staff is no longer working. One in five employees is looking for a new job and only 19% of employees are satisfied with their job. More money does not equal more motivation as new research shows that 70% of workers are more motivated by non-monetary rewards at work, with 79% of employees quit their job due to a lack of appreciation. Global Business Developer, Ben Bressington, reveals the secrets to motivation for the new generation of employees- those digital natives, Millennials or generation Y's- so they are no longer lazy unmotivated slackers. Today's Guest Expert is iGAMIFY's Ben Bressington who is a Global Business Developer, Gamification Expert and CMO of iGAMIFY. For more information iGAMIFY's Ben Bressington, visit: www.igamify.com.

Lauren McCabe Herpich is the founder of Why Not Girl!  She recently left her digital marketing position at a Fortune 100 company to take the risk of entrepreneurship and start Why Not Girl!, a website empowering women to get inspired and get out there - try new things, live life as an adventure and say Why Not!  Now Why Not Girl! has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the Top 100 Best Websites for Women. Lauren holds a Masters of Integrated Marketing Communication from Northwestern University's Medill School and Bachelors in Journalism and Media Arts from the University of Arizona.  A native of New Jersey, Lauren has become quite the nomad living in Tucson, Arizona, Washington, D.C. and Chicago.  Lauren currently lives in Berkeley, CA with her husband Chris and their beta fish Grappe. Website:  www.whynotgirl.com

Dr. Erica Kosal, Resilience Expert, Doctor of Biology, Founder of “Bounce to Resilience”, and Author of “Miracles for Daddy: A Family's Inspirational Fight against a Modern Medical Goliath” How do people deal with difficult events that change their lives? The death of a loved one, loss of a job, serious illness, terrorist attacks and other traumatic events. People generally adapt well over time to life-changing situations and stressful conditions. What enables them to do so? Resilience! Resilience Expert, Erica Kosal, discusses how to find your inner resilience. For more information on Dr. Erica Kosal visit: http://www.bouncetoresilience.com

Kip Marlow's book The Entrepreneurs: Success and Sacrifice is a great read for anyone seeking to learn from both the trials and good fortunes of others.  Filled with stories of hope and sorrow, the author outlines each entrepreneur's road to success in an entertaining, yet informative manner.  I highly suggest this book to any prospective entrepreneur or anyone curious about being a success!

Today, it seems that everybody has a blog. The blog is a way for a common person to put their ideas out for the masses to see and comment upon. E-Publishing Expert, Susan Wingate, can explain how to make your blog the envy of all your friends. Guest:  Susan Wingate, Winner of five literary awards including #1 Amazon Best Selling Author and E-publishing Expert. Meet Susan Wingate Winner of five literary awards including #1 Amazon Best Selling Author. Expert in e-book publishing Diverse author with published work ranging from young adult romance to dark mystery The third book of her award winning “Bobby's Diner” series is being launched soon 2011 Forward National Literature Award for Drama and 2011 International Best Books Award, Finalist for Women's Fiction for “Drowning” 2010 International Best Books Award, Finalist for Women's Fiction and 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards, Finalist for Women's Fiction for “Bobby's Diner” 2009 Textnovel Editor's Choice Award & Finalist for “Camouflage” Susan has won various other literary awards for her short stories and poetry

The Electoral College today bears only a superficial resemblance to the ingenious system the Framers of the Constitution created. Their system was designed to identify the best possible presidential candidates and place only statesmen in the executive office. This book is an in-depth analysis of the purpose and benefits of the original Electoral College System—a system which has been hidden (or rather ignored) for over two centuries. The original design is then contrasted to the current party-controlled system we use today. Discover, in a concise text, essential principles required to restore the Republic and American constitutional federalism.   Those who want to restore the principles of freedom, as established by the Framers in the original Constitution, will find this book indispensable.  The Authors: Freedom Coaches, Gary and Carolyn Alder proclaim the principles of freedom in their classes, lectures and writings. Gary spent his professional career as a computer programmer/system analyst. He takes a unique approach in analyzing the Constitution. His conclusions come from considering the original Constitution as the system specifications and determining how a government that followed those specifications would function. Carolyn loves to share specific quotes of the Founders as their words provide a window to look into their hearts and minds.  Website: http://www.freedomformula.us/

Everybody has those mornings, where they just can't seem to get their day started. They feel sluggish and lethargic. Hal Elrod, Ultra Marathon Runner, will tell you and your listeners, the ways to rev your morning engine and wake up energized. Guest:  Hal Elrod, International Success Coach, Keynote Speaker, Ultra Marathon Runner, and #1 Best Selling Author the highly acclaimed: “The Miracle Morning”.  

"Famous Isn't Enough" catapults the novice entrepreneur from infancy to real world business in the blink of an eye.  Take the journey with author Judy Hoberman as she guides you through the entrepreneurial maze.   Website:  http://www.sellinginaskirt.com