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South Central LA to 3,500+ stages worldwide—Dr. Danny Brassell's journey is anything but ordinary. Dubbed the “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” this high-octane speaker, coach, and author sits down with I Am Refocused Radio to break down how the power of reading, public speaking, and authentic storytelling can transform not just your message—but your entire business model. In this episode, Dr. Brassell reveals the same mindset shifts and tactical frameworks he's taught to entrepreneurs, educators, and CEOs looking to generate leads, land stages, and convert conversations into clients. We unpack his “Communication Triangle,” explore the connection between literacy and leadership, and get real about what most people are doing wrong on stage. This isn't just inspiration—it's strategy with soul.Dr. Danny Brassell is a globally recognized speaker, bestselling author, and performance coach who's been called “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.” for good reason—his electric presence and razor-sharp insights have inspired over 3,500 audiences across the globe. With 19 books to his name, including Leadership Begins with Motivation and Misfits and Crackpots, Dr. Brassell blends humor, heart, and hard-won wisdom to teach leaders how to communicate with impact. A former inner-city teacher turned international keynote powerhouse, Danny is the co-founder of The WellCrafted Story Workshop, where he equips entrepreneurs, executives, and everyday visionaries with the tools to leverage public speaking as a powerful client generation engine. His core message? Great communicators aren't born—they're built. And it starts with mastering what he calls the Communication Triangle: reading, speaking, and intentional growth. Whether he's teaching Fortune 500 companies how to convert stages into sales or helping individuals find their voice, Dr. Danny Brassell is on a mission to elevate the way we lead, speak, and connect.https://wellcraftedstoryworkshop.com/Gift from Dr. Danny:  http://freeSTORYguide.com To thank your audience, I'd like to supply them with a complimentary "Storytelling Blueprint: 5 Steps to Craft a Compelling Business Narrative." Learn to identify your core message, connect emotionally with your audience and structure your story for maximum impact across all platforms. Transform your business story into a powerful asset that drives real engagement and revenue. Remember: you're just a wellcrafted story away from 7 figures.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

Harnessing the Power of Storytelling in Business with Dr. Danny BrassellOn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge chats with Dr. Danny Brassell, co-founder of The WellCrafted Workshop. Together, they explore how storytelling can fuel business growth, build authentic personal brands, and drive stronger audience engagement. Dr. Brassell shares his inspiring journey through journalism, education, and professional speaking—and explains why storytelling is at the heart of every successful communication strategy. Tune in to learn his signature "Five C's" framework and how to use it to make your message memorable and impactful.Clarity and Connection: The First Steps to a Strong StoryDr. Brassell explains that every great story starts with clarity. Entrepreneurs often assume their message should appeal to everyone, but in truth, defining a specific audience and the exact problem you solve makes your message far more compelling. He also highlights the importance of connection through vulnerability. Sharing personal challenges—alongside wins—builds trust and relatability. Audiences don't want perfection; they want to feel seen and understood. Your willingness to share failures can be your most powerful storytelling tool.Delivering Content That Engages and Inspires ActionOnce clarity and connection are established, your content needs to deliver real value. Dr. Brassell encourages storytellers to go beyond information-sharing—make your content engaging and educational. Every great story should also include a strong call to action. Be specific and direct. Guide your audience toward the next step—whether that's attending a workshop, booking a call, or downloading a free resource. And don't forget the close—a compelling conclusion that evokes emotion and reinforces your key message.Coaching Communicators and Inspiring Young ReadersBeyond speaking, Dr. Brassell now coaches professionals—from engineers in Silicon Valley to top corporate teams—helping them communicate with more confidence and clarity. His mission: transform presentations into meaningful conversations. He also recently published a new book, Misfits and Crackpots, created to uplift young readers with true stories of individuals who overcame obstacles to achieve extraordinary things. The book aims to offer a counterbalance to darker narratives in youth literature—giving kids role models who inspire and stories that spark hope.About Dr. Danny BrassellA highly sought-after speaker, trainer, and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell (www.DannyBrassell.com) has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide. He has authored 18 books, including Leadership Begins with Motivation and Misfits and Crackpots. As the co-founder of The WellCrafted Story Workshop™, Danny helps entrepreneurs, individuals, and organizations leverage speaking on stages as a major client lead source that converts.About The WellCrafted WorkshopThe WellCrafted Workshop provides coaching, workshops, and custom training programs to help professionals craft stories that connect, convert, and inspire. Their methodology is built to transform leaders into confident, clear communicators.Links Mentioned in this Episode

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim chats with the high-energy and inspiring Dr. Danny Brassell, co-founder of The WellCrafted Story Workshop™. Known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Danny shares how his journey through journalism, education, devastating financial loss, and reinvention as a speaker and storytelling coach led him to help entrepreneurs harness the power of story. You'll walk away from this episode with actionable tips to grow your business using compelling narratives, plus strategies to build resilience and amplify your voice. Who is Danny Brassell? Dr. Danny Brassell is a global keynote speaker, storytelling coach, and author of 19 books including Leadership Begins with Motivation and Misfits and Crackpots. With over 3,500 presentations delivered worldwide, he co-founded The WellCrafted Story Workshop™, a platform that empowers leaders to turn their personal experiences into stories that spark engagement and drive results. A former inner-city teacher, Danny blends educational expertise with practical business strategies. Connect with Danny Brassell: Website: https://www.dannybrassell.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realDannyBrassell Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DannyBrassell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DannyBrassell Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/DannyBrassell Host Contact Details: Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/workathomestar Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com In this Episode: 00:01:00 From Journalist to Educator to Entrepreneur 00:02:24 Losing Everything in a Real Estate Scam – and the Pivot that Followed 00:04:47 The Truth About Storytelling and Business Growth 00:10:00 The “Bandaid” Story – a Masterclass in Humor & Presentation 00:23:18 Morning Routines and the Power of Thought Walks 00:33:01 Building a Scalable, Story-Driven Business

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What if your comfort is costing someone else their voice?In this eye-opening episode of the WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Gabriela Alcalde, CEO of the Sewall Foundation and author of What Your Comfort Cost Us. Together, they explore the hidden cost of white comfort in the workplace, the shared challenges faced by women of colour, and how empathy, curiosity, and storytelling can drive real change in leadership and corporate culture.Key Takeaways:✔ Workplace culture reflects what leadership values—it's never neutral.✔ Curiosity and empathy are essential to understanding lived experiences.✔ Productive discomfort creates space for learning and transformation.Want to know how you show up as a leader? Take our FREE Leadership Quiz for insights and exclusive goodies!

A highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 17 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He helps entrepreneurs, executives and business owners boost their income, freedom and impact by improving their communication skills. The co-founder of the world's top reading engagement program, Danny is on a mission to bring JOY back into education and the workplace. [Guest name]'s links: Website: http://www.DannyBrassell.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realDannyBrassell Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/DannyBrassell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/ Freebie: www.freeGIFTfromDANNY.com Book Recs: Influence, New and Expanded: The Psychology of Persuasion https://amzn.to/3LrC6uB The Success Principles(TM) - 10th Anniversary Edition: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be: Essential Principles for Personal Growth and Development https://amzn.to/4bKLV1r The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt https://amzn.to/46fxa5p The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life https://amzn.to/46fiELc The Compound Effect (10th Anniversary Edition): Jumpstart Your Income, Your Life, Your Success https://amzn.to/3y1DRvo Complications: A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science https://amzn.to/3YgwXNg The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right https://amzn.to/3Y4sGwx Creativity, Inc. (The Expanded Edition): Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration https://amzn.to/4dq4eKD The Impatient Entrepreneur's links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod Online www.theimpatiententreprenerpod.com Connect with us https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact Kwedar & Co.'s links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo Online www.kwedarco.com Connect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Danny Brassell, a renowned speaker, trainer, and coach often referred to as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.”   Dr. Brassell has captivated over 3,500 audiences globally and is the author of 16 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation.   As the co-founder of the world's leading reading engagement program, he's dedicated to transforming how we connect and communicate.   In this episode, Dr. Brassell shares invaluable insights for business owners, entrepreneurs, and executives, revealing strategies to elevate income, expand freedom, and create impactful presentations that resonate.   Tune in now to elevate your own approach to leadership and engagement!   Learn More Here: http://freegiftfromdanny.com/   Want to be a guest on WITneSSes? Send Elisha Arowojobe a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/elishaarowojobe  

Big Idea: God calls for leaders who exemplify godly character, manage their households well, and demonstrate faithful service.1 Timothy 3:1-131 Timothy 2:122 Peter 3:161. Godly Character is the Foundation of Leadership“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” - John C. MaxwellJames 3:1"A true and safe leader is likely to be one who has no desire to lead but is forced into a position of leadership by the inward pressure of the Holy Spirit and the press of the external situation." - A.W. Tozer2. Leadership Begins at HomeWhat one generation finds optional, the next generation will find unnecessary.The home is the training ground for leadership. Deuteronomy 6:6-73. Faithful Service is Proven in ActionPhilippians 2:5-8“Faithfulness in little things is a big thing.” - St. AugustineRESPONSE• God is looking for those who are faithful, not flawless.- “God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.”• How you lead at home is far more important than how you will lead anywhere else. • Your call to leadership is a life calling.DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY► This week's passages: Matthew 20:25-28► Connection questions:1. What are you thankful for?2. What is a challenge you are facing?3. How did you do with last week's “I will” statement?► Have at least one member of the group restate the passage in their own words► Individual answers to five questions:1. What stands out to you?2. What does this passage tell us about people?3. What does this passage tell us about God?4. Based on the passage, what is one thing I could do differently starting now and what would happen if I did? (each person commits to their action for one week using an “I will…” statement)5. Who are you going to tell about what you discovered? (each person commits to having that conversation before the next meeting)

Big Idea: God calls for leaders who exemplify godly character, manage their households well, and demonstrate faithful service.1 Timothy 3:1-131 Timothy 2:122 Peter 3:161. Godly Character is the Foundation of Leadership“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” - John C. MaxwellJames 3:1"A true and safe leader is likely to be one who has no desire to lead but is forced into a position of leadership by the inward pressure of the Holy Spirit and the press of the external situation." - A.W. Tozer2. Leadership Begins at HomeWhat one generation finds optional, the next generation will find unnecessary.The home is the training ground for leadership. Deuteronomy 6:6-73. Faithful Service is Proven in ActionPhilippians 2:5-8“Faithfulness in little things is a big thing.” - St. AugustineRESPONSE• God is looking for those who are faithful, not flawless.- “God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.”• How you lead at home is far more important than how you will lead anywhere else. • Your call to leadership is a life calling.DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY► This week's passages: Matthew 20:25-28► Connection questions:1. What are you thankful for?2. What is a challenge you are facing?3. How did you do with last week's “I will” statement?► Have at least one member of the group restate the passage in their own words► Individual answers to five questions:1. What stands out to you?2. What does this passage tell us about people?3. What does this passage tell us about God?4. Based on the passage, what is one thing I could do differently starting now and what would happen if I did? (each person commits to their action for one week using an “I will…” statement)5. Who are you going to tell about what you discovered? (each person commits to having that conversation before the next meeting)

How do you create future leaders?What role does modelling leadership at home play?Meet Scott J. Allen!Scott is a Leadership Development Consultant, Instructor, Speaker and Podcaster.He is an award-winning educator passionate about working with people at all levels and across industries. He serves as an instructor in SMU's Cox School of Business Executive Education and spent more than 17 years as a professor of management. He also serves as a leadership consultant with Winding River Consulting. His areas of expertise include leader development, the future of work, and executive communication.Scott has published more than 60 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. He is the co-author of The Little Book of Leadership Development: 50 Ways to Bring Out the Leader in Every Employee, Emotionally Intelligent Leadership: A Guide for College Students, and the textbook Discovering Leadership: Designing Your Success (2023). Scott's most recent publication is Captovation: Online Presentations by Design. He is also hosts Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for Leaders, ranked among the world's top 2.5% of podcasts.Connect with Scott:Website: https://www.scottjallen.net/Additional Resouces:Podcast:  Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for LeadersListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leadership-begins-at-home-w-scott-j-allen/id1614151066?i=1000673839809Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qYAZ4po5n6GqNAfoEI9uS?si=wanrcL7pTM6OwyUYNLk8OgYouTube: https://youtu.be/RaOEaypVhGo

  In this solo episode of Find Your Catalyst, host Mike Simmons explores the concept of leadership, focusing on how true leadership begins with self. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-worth in building strong leadership skills. Mike shares practical insights on how to develop essential leadership qualities like problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and execution. This episode is brought to you by the Leader Lab - learn more at https://www.findmycatalyst.com/leaderlab Three Key Quotes: "Leadership is how we move forward—how we advance from where we are today to where we want to go." "If you're looking for leadership, start with a mirror. Leadership starts with self." "Self-confidence, self-awareness, and self-worth—these are the foundations of leadership." Mike shares practical tips for improving leadership by honing skills like problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and execution. Mike emphasizes that understanding personal values and leading oneself is crucial before successfully leading others. 5 Key Takeaways: 1. Leadership Begins with Self: Leadership starts by looking in the mirror and recognizing your potential. Self-awareness is key to personal growth and leadership. Building self-confidence and self-worth lays the foundation for effective leadership. 2. Developing Core Leadership Skills: Focus on problem-solving to tackle challenges head-on. Improve decision-making to drive positive outcomes. Strong communication skills are essential for leading yourself and others. 3. Understanding Personal Values: Reflect on what you value most in life—time, relationships, or energy. Align your values with your actions for authentic leadership. Recognize that values change as you grow and evolve. 4. The Power of Thinking: Critical thinking helps solve problems and make better decisions. Creative thinking opens the door to innovation and new ideas. Life, like business, is a thinking process—embrace it. 5. Continuous Self-Improvement: Work on yourself first before leading others. Build leadership skills through experience and practice. Effective leaders are always learning and growing.

Dr. Danny Brassell is a highly sought-after motivational speaker, author and coach. Danny was an inner-city teacher for many years and was involved with students from elementary to high school.  He then became an educational advisor.  He earned a journalism degree from American University and then a master's degree and eventually a PH. D in education.  Danny is on a mission to bring joy back to education and the workplace by showing us how to increase our influence through powerful communication skills.  He is a prolific author having written 16 books, with the most recent being Leadership Begins with Motivation and Bring Joy Back to Education.  He is also offering a free gift to my listening audience by going to www.freegiftfromdanny.com.Book: Leadership Begins with Motivation and Bring Joy Back to EducationWebsite: https://www.dannybrassell.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DannyBrassellInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realDannyBrassellLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/

LEADERSHIP BEGINS EARLY WITH LEARNING TO OPEN THE DOOR In leadership the small details often matter the most. The simple tasks are easy to over look but they are evidence of something significant. The willingness to serve others is a huge indicator of things to come. A leader who does not see the needs of others is different from a leader who sees them and does nothing. Neither should be in charge for long. Sadly, our culture has been misled on the true nature of leadership and people who are extremely self serving seem to flourish while the ‘good guys finish last.' … but the last shall be first…” Watch the video 10-07-24: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-loren-norris/episodes/LEADERSHIP-BEGINS-EARLY-WITH-LEARNING-TO-OPEN-THE-DOOR-e2pbc91 Follow on Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-loren-norris ______________________________ Leading Leaders Podcast is a short but impactful leadership video, blog and podcast distributed 5 days a week by J Loren Norris to promote faith, family and freedom in the face of a global leadership drought. Leadership Training, Interviews and Entertainment Visit https://www.jlorennorris.com/resources for more training material #leadingleaderspodcast #storypower #transforminggracetv #jlorennorris LOOK FOR LEADING LEADERS PODCAST ON THESE PLATFORMS: - OBBM Network TV - WorldTrumpetTV - Apple Podcast - Spotify - Amazon - Rumble - YouTube.com/jlorennorris DOWNLOAD THE FREE APP for: https://www.jotform.com/app/230026506289151 - Live Stream videos, - Video based training material, - StoryPowerMasterclass Coaching products and services, - links to global Media Outlets carrying Tell It Like It Is content, - contact information for direct access to Loren and MORE new tools added regularly. Copyright 2024 Tell It Like It Is Inc --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-loren-norris/support

“We are nature. We're not separate from it. We have a role in nature, and all of our actions affect what happens in nature.” – Patricia Newman Today's featured multi award-winning author is a mom, wife, speaker, environmentalist, and literacy advocate, Patricia Newman. Patricia and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “Giant Rays of Hope: Protecting Manta Rays to Safeguard the Sea”, raising awareness about environmental issues, the importance of engaging nonfiction books, and more!! Key Things You'll Learn:What inspired Patricia to become a children's book authorSome of the unique challenges of writing children's nonfiction booksThe best way to connect with young readersHer process for securing scientific collaboration and developing book proposalsThe interconnectedness of human actions and environmental impactPatricia's Site: https://www.patriciamnewman.com/Patricia's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KDKRJA/allbooksThe opening track is titled "Heatsource" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou Might Also Like…Ep. 822 – Journey to the Total Solar Eclipse with Meg Jerit (@megjerit): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-822-journey-to-the-total-solar-eclipse-with-meg-jerit-megjerit/Ep. 689 – “There Are (No) Stupid Questions . . . in Science” with Leah Elson (@gnarlybygnature): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-689-there-are-no-stupid-questions-in-science-with-leah-elson-gnarlybygnature/#Host2Host Ep. – “Living Like the Future Matters” with Donna Maltz (@Soil2Soulutions): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/host2host-ep-living-like-the-future-matters-with-donna-maltz-soil2soulutions/Ep. 586 – “Flipping Bad Situations into Joyful Children's Books” with Violet Lemay (@violetlemay): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-586-flipping-bad-situations-into-joyful-childrens-books-with-violet-lemay-violetlemay/Ep. 812 – Empowering Children and Promoting Safety with Sabrina Osso (@OssoSabrina): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-812-empowering-children-and-promoting-safety-with-sabrina-osso-ossosabrina/Ep. 582 – “Shaping the World Through Great Stories for All Ages” with Natasha Deen (@natasha_deen): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-582-shaping-the-world-through-great-stories-for-all-ages-with-natasha-deen-natasha_deen/Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/Ep. 313 – “Ask Uncle Neil” with Neil Thompson (@teachthegeek): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-313-ask-uncle-neil-with-neil-thompson-teachthegeek/Ep. 793 – How to Bounce Back as a Children's Book Author with Rella B. (@RellaBBooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-793-how-to-bounce-back-as-a-childrens-book-author-with-rella-b-rellabbooks/Ep. 522 – “Peanut the Penguin” with Aruna Lepore (@ArunaMLepore): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-522-peanut-the-penguin-with-aruna-lepore-arunamlepore/Ep. 483 – “Baby Aviva Orangutan Diva” with Hans Kullberg (@AvivasDaddy) #BABYAVIVA: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-483-baby-aviva-orangutan-diva-with-hans-kullberg-avivasdaddy-babyaviva/Ep. 335 – “Last of the Gifted” with Marie Powell (@mepowell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-335-last-of-the-gifted-with-marie-powell-mepowell/Ep. 559 - "Picky Patrick" With Eleni Fuiaxis (@EleniFuiaxis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-559-picky-patrick-with-eleni-fuiaxis-elenifuiaxis/

Quick question—have you ever Googled yourself? What shows up? And more importantly, does it truly reflect who you are and the impact you want to make?In today's podcast episode, I talk about the importance of your personal brand and how it's the key to connecting with potential clients—without feeling salesy or inauthentic. Your personal brand is more than just a logo or a set of visuals; it's about how you tell your story, share your values, and build trust long before someone ever works with you.The world is changing faster than ever, and with so much uncertainty around us, it's crucial that our brands are not just visible but grounded.When your brand is fully aligned, it becomes your anchor. It allows you to speak your truth, share your message, and attract the clients who need your gifts the most, no matter what's happening in the world.And… the world needs your light more than ever. Don't wait to step into the leadership role you're meant for. I'm here to guide you every step of the way!If you're ready to go beyond just “having a brand” and start stepping into true thought leadership, I want to invite you to join the Legacy Brand Foundations® program.This is where we'll create your complete Brand Operating System (OS)™, so you can show up confidently and consistently, no matter where you're sharing your message.Let's make sure your brand is doing the heavy lifting for you—attracting the right clients, building trust, and positioning you as the expert you are, so you can stay focused on serving in your genius (while increasing your income + impact)!The Legacy Brand Foundations experience is not just a course—it's a hands-on, personalized experience to help you create the brand of your dreams. I'm here to support you personally on your branding journey!Let's continue this journey together, creating businesses that thrive and legacies that last!Links Mentioned on This EpisodeJoin over 100+ happy clients in developing your Legacy Brand through our flagship experience, Legacy Brand Foundations today!Rate, Review, and Follow on Your Favorite Platform!If you loved this episode, leave us a review.And always make sure you're following the podcast so you never miss an episode. Follow now!

Introducing Scott J. Allen, Ph.D., an award-winning educator with a remarkable passion for developing leaders across industries.   Scott is an instructor at SMU's Cox School of Business Executive Education, bringing over 18 years of experience as a professor of management.   His expertise includes leader development, the future of work, and executive communication.   Scott has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and is the host of Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for Leaders, a podcast ranked among the top 2.5% globally.   He's also a highly sought-after keynote speaker and workshop facilitator.   When he's not immersed in teaching or learning, Scott enjoys exploring national parks, collecting meteorites, following the Cleveland Guardians, listening to audiobooks, and attending live music.   He's also an avid road tripper, often traveling with his wife and three adventurous children.   Tune in to hear from Scott and gain insights from his vast experience!   Learn More Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-j-allen/

"Leadership starts with self, so you are all leaders." "Enable and empower people to achieve the results they want to achieve through a combination of people and process." "If your people aren't getting fired up about the work that they're doing, something's wrong." Find Your Catalyst at https://www.findmycatalyst.com/ Mike Simmons discusses the concepts of enabling and empowering others by providing clear communication, objectives, and processes. The host outlines practical strategies for leaders to help their teams succeed, emphasizing that leadership begins with self-awareness and the proper alignment of goals. The discussion is practical, actionable, and rooted in personal experience. 5 Key Takeaways: Define Objectives Clearly Clear objectives are crucial for empowerment. Aligning goals helps everyone understand their roles. Simple tools like goal-setting cards can clarify objectives. Set Timelines Deadlines provide structure and accountability. Setting a timeline helps manage expectations. It's not micromanagement; it's clarity in purpose. Utilize Effective Processes Processes are step-by-step guides to achieving goals. Tools and processes together form systems that drive success. Regularly assess and adjust processes to ensure progress. Leadership Begins with Self Self-leadership is the foundation of enabling others. Lead yourself well to earn the right to lead others. Continuous self-improvement is key to effective leadership. Design Backward, Execute Forward Start with the end goal in mind and plan steps backward. This approach ensures clarity and alignment in execution. Regular assessment during execution keeps the team on track. Find Your Catalyst at https://www.findmycatalyst.com/

“You should always be going towards something, not running away from something. Running away is fear-driven; going towards is more self-driven.” – Scott MadererToday's featured award-winning bestselling bookcaster is a father, husband, certified human behavior consultant, and stewardship coach, Scott Maderer. Scott and I had a fun on a bun chat about his first book, “Inspired Living: Assembling the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures”, his interesting transition from a corporate career to full-time entrepreneurship, and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:What inspired Scott to finally write his first bookHow personal discovery has a puzzle-like, non-linear natureThe challenges and rewards of pursuing your true callingThree major lessons learned from starting, growing, and running his podcastHow faith plays a major role in his lifeScott's Site: https://inspiredstewardship.com/goingnorth/Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/2tfc3tsScott's Podcast, “Inspired Stewardship”: https://inspiredstewardship.libsyn.com/sns-149-saturday-night-special-interview-with-author-podcaster-and-speaker-dom-brightmonThe opening track is titled "Heatsource" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou Might Also Like…Ep. 306 – “Be The SPARK” with Simon T. Bailey (@SimonTBailey): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-306-be-the-spark-with-simon-t-bailey-simontbailey/Ep. 764 – The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace with Dr. Paul White (@drpaulwhite): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-764-the-5-languages-of-appreciation-in-the-workplace-with-dr-paul-white-drpaulwhite/Ep. 707 – “Leadership Insights From a Former FBI Master Spy Recruiter” with Robin Dreeke (@rdreeke): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-707-leadership-insights-from-a-former-fbi-master-spy-recruiter-with-robin-dreeke-rdreeke/Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/Ep. 735 – “Take Back Your Weekends” with Allison Graham (@AllisonDGraham): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-735-take-back-your-weekends-with-allison-graham-allisondgraham/Ep. 709 – “The Power of Identity, Faith, and Leadership in Business” with Tom Kereszti (@Tom_Kereszti): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-709-the-power-of-identity-faith-and-leadership-in-business-with-tom-kereszti-tom_kereszt/Ep. 731 – “Big Bold Brave” with Clint Hatton (@clinthatton): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-731-big-bold-brave-with-clint-hatton-clinthatton/Ep. 862 - Produce on Purpose with Randy Adkins Jr., DTM (@randyadkinsjr): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-862-produce-on-purpose-with-randy-adkins-jr-dtm-randyadkinsjr/Ep. 751 – Do Something Hard & Be Happier with Joe De Sena (@realJoeDeSena): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-751-do-something-hard-like-a-spartan-and-be-happier-with-joe-de-sena-realjoedesena/193 – “The Quest For Purpose” with Dr. Ken Keis (@crgleader): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/193-the-quest-for-purpose-with-dr-ken-keis-crgleader/221 – “Righteous Leadership” with Dr. Ray Charles (@TheDrRayCharles): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/221-righteous-leadership-with-dr-ray-charles-thedrraycharles/#GNPYear1 Bonus Episode 2 - "Building An Economic Legacy" with Antonio T. Smith Jr. (@TheATSJr): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear1-bonus-episode-2-building-an-economic-legacy-with-antonio-t-smith-jr-theatsjr/

"Do the right thing even if it's not in your best interest," says today's guest, Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland "Oak" McCulloch. Our conversation is full of insights like this. With Oak's stellar military background coupled with his work as a leadership coach and keynote speaker, today's episode provides plenty of examples of how we can all focus on developing our leadership practices. Oak is the author of the 2021 release, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be. Oak is also an internationally recognized speaker who gives talks on leadership and success. Both his books and his talks are based on his 40+ years of leadership in the U.S. Army and subsequent civilian positions, Oak highlights principles that will benefit today's leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. Connect with Oak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oakland-mcculloch-34293256/ On his website: https://www.ltcoakmcculloch.com/  = = = = = Have a story you want to share with me? Reach out on LinkedIn or Instagram (links below) Looking for exclusive writing and resources on leadership, creativity, personal growth, and writing? Join the 1200+ who enjoy reading my newsletter "Field Notes" by clicking here. = = = = = Thank you for supporting the show! Your 5-star rating and review makes a difference -- it's easy to leave one and it helps spread the word about the podcast! = = = = = My latest book, The Far Unlit Unknown -- is available everywhere books are sold including Audible! Get your copy and learn more about it here Are we connected yet on social?  @maryloukayser (Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlkayser/ (LinkedIn)

In this solo episode, Kara Chaffin Donofrio, the host of the Soul Inspiring Business Podcast, shares insights on finding your center and grounding yourself to intentionally create the life and business you desire.Episode Topics:The importance of self-awareness and consciously creating your lifeStrategies for finding your center and operating from a grounded, intentional placeThe benefits of starting your day with a mindful routine instead of immediately checking your phoneThe power of nature, meditation, and other grounding practicesInsights:Operating from the outer edge of the "wheel of life" leaves you subject to circumstances and other people's demands.Moving toward the center allows you to operate from a grounded, calm place, making decisions thoughtfully and with intention.Your morning routine sets the tone and momentum for your day. Starting with mindfulness allows you to reset your energetic frequency.Practices like meditation, sound healing, journaling, visualization, and being in nature can help you find your center.Resources:Sacred Acoustics meditation appYouTube sound healing bowl videosFor the next week, try creating a conscious morning routine that grounds you and centers you before checking your phone or diving into the day's tasks. Experiment with different practices to find what works best for you, and observe how it shifts your energy, focus, and impact throughout the day.Connect with Kara:Website - http://www.kcdrealestate.com/ Email - kara@kdcrealestate.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/karachaffindonofrio/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/karachaffin1?_rdc=1&_rdr YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/KaraChaffin LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karachaffin/ Don't forget to visit freegiftfromkara.com for our special giveaway, the Dynamic Life Journal.

According to biennial testing conducted by NAEP, two-thirds of U.S. children consistently show a lack of proficiency in reading, with an alarming 40 percent being essentially nonreaders. Dr. Danny Brassell, also known as "Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.," is a lifelong teacher who has worked with leaders from different fields and disciplines.    He is a best-selling author of 16 books, including Leadership Begins with Motivation and The Reading Makeover, which is based on his popular TEDx talk. For the past 25 years, he has been a lecturer and professor at various universities, including his current position as a faculty advisor for the CalStateTEACH program and distinguished visiting professor at the American University of Cairo. Danny is a gregarious and sought-after author, speaker, accountability coach, and business consultant.    He is an expert on leadership development, reading, motivation, and communication skills, and is the co-creator of the world's top reading engagement program, ReadBETTERin67Steps. His mission is to bring joy back into education and the workplace.   He has spoken to over 3500 different audiences worldwide and has delivered energetic, interactive, and informative presentations to school districts, businesses, and association conferences. To learn more, visit https://www.dannybrassell.com/free-gift-from-danny.  

A highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 16 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He coaches business owners, entrepreneurs and executives how to increase their income, freedom and impact by creating engaging presentations. To learn more about Dr. Brassell, check out the following links: Dr. Brassell's Website: https://www.dannybrassell.com Danny's Free Book & 5-Day Reading Challenge: https://www.dannybrassell.com/free-gift-from-danny Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dannybrassell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdannybrassell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DannyBrassell YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBR0cyb8CqCWolwmDd9Czog

Want to become more heart-centered? There's a new playbook in town! Deb has released her first book The Heart-Centered Leadership Playbook: How to Master the Art of Heart in Life & Leadership. Get your copy now here on our official Amazon link!A highly sought-after speaker, trainer, and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 16 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He coaches business owners, entrepreneurs, and executives how to increase their income, freedom, and impact by creating engaging presentations.Connect with Danny at:* https://www.dannybrassell.com/* https://www.facebook.com/dannybrassell/* https://www.instagram.com/realdannybrassell* https://www.twitter.com/DannyBrassell* https://www.YouTube.com/DannyBrassell* https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit debcrowe.substack.com

In today's recap episode, Lesley and Brad uncover Danny Brassell's innovative approaches to cultivating a love for reading. From understanding the unique reading levels of every individual to integrating reading into daily activities, discover how to transform reading from a chore into a cherished habit. Get ready to inspire a new generation of avid readers.If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe.In this episode you will learn about:Why exposure to diverse materials enhances reading skills and fosters a lifelong love for books.How making reading fun can dramatically increase reading speed and comprehension.Recognize students' unique reading levels and interests for tailored learning experiences.A free formula to craft compelling, personalized speeches from Danny Brassell.Episode References/Links:OPC Summer CampMarch MadnessBarrels Deck FlashcardseLevate Round 4Cambodia Early BirdBounce Body Contrology Lesley Affiliate LinkChat with us  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. DEALS! Check out all our Preferred Vendors & Special Deals from Clair Sparrow, Sensate, Lyfefuel BeeKeeper's Naturals, Sauna Space, HigherDose, AG1 and ToeSox Be in the know with all the workshops at OPCBe It Till You See It Podcast SurveyBe a part of Lesley's Pilates MentorshipFREE Ditching Busy Webinar  Resources:Watch the Be It Till You See It podcast on YouTube!Lesley Logan websiteBe It Till You See It PodcastOnline Pilates Classes by Lesley LoganOnline Pilates Classes by Lesley Logan on YouTubeProfitable Pilates Follow Us on Social Media:InstagramFacebookLinkedIn  Episode Transcript:Brad Crowell 0:00  Making it fun I thought was interesting. He said, yeah, you know, I eavesdrop on my students. I was like, okay. He's like, yeah, if I hear him talking about cars, I introduce him to a book about cars. You know, if I hear him talking about whatever, sports, I introduce him to a book about sports. He's like, they're, they're only going to read the stuff they're interested in.Lesley Logan 0:16  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.Lesley Logan 0:58  Welcome back to the Be It Till You See It interview recap where my co-host in life, Brad, and I are going to dig into the enriching convo I had with Danny Brassell in our last episode. If you haven't yet listened to that interview, feel free to pause us now. Go back and listen to that one and then come back and join us. He's so fun. Brad Crowell 1:13  I love this guy.Lesley Logan 1:13  He's so fired up. Brad Crowell 1:14  He's amazing. Lesley Logan 1:19  And also I was like, like timing would have it, we're talking about reading and we're talking about reading again in March, guys, because we have an amazing guest who is like, literally getting books into schools where they have lower income and less resources. So like, I'm all about reading right now. And I, you all should be, too. And then we just talked to Nick who's going to teach us how to read. We'll have him on the show. So you guys have been wanting to retain your reading skills and we are here to talk about reading.Lesley Logan 1:43  So, today is February 29th and it's a Leap Year Day.Brad Crowell 1:47  What?Lesley Logan 1:48  What? And you know what's so funny is I feel like I've, in my entire life, I've never remembered a Leap Year Day before and I've Brad Crowell 1:53  Not really paid attention. Lesley Logan 1:54  No, but I'm excited for this one. Brad Crowell 1:56  Oh, good. Lesley Logan 1:57  I don't know why. It's just nice to have a longer month. Brad Crowell 2:00  It's great. Lesley Logan 2:01  I need more time. Thank you, February, for time. Brad Crowell 2:03  More time. Lesley Logan 2:04  More time. Brad Crowell 2:04  Hell yeah. Lesley Logan 2:05  Thank you.Brad Crowell 2:06  Here is that extra day in the week. Lesley Logan 2:08  So let's talk about why this happens in case you haven't been in school for a really long time. Or, you know, you were self-leading yourself during school, we use leap years to keep our calendars in sync with the seasons, which I think is bullshit because the seasons are no longer lining up with (inaudible). Brad Crowell 2:24  No, the seasons have changed. Lesley Logan 2:25  The seasons have changed. In case you noticed. Okay, our common calendar is actually 1/4 of a day short of a full orbit. Over time that would throw everything off, so that's why we add an extra day into the shortest month of the year, February, every four years. Keeps us on track. You want to know why I fucking know? Brad Crowell 2:44  Tell me.Lesley Logan 2:44  Why is February so fucking short? Brad Crowell 2:46  Yeah. What's up with that voice?Lesley Logan 2:47  Who decided why some months are 30 days and some months are 31 days and only one month is 28 days? (Inaudible) Why didn't we make several months only 30 so February could be 30? Brad Crowell 2:58  I mean, then you wouldn't have that really cool song, 30 days in September...Lesley Logan 3:03  Do you, did you learn like you do the knuckles? (Inaudible) Brad Crowell 3:06  I learned them all and I've never retained any of it. Lesley Logan 3:10  September? No, that's wrong. How? Would you start on the thumb? Or do you start on the first finger? Brad Crowell 3:17  I don't have an answer. I don't know the, I don't know the answer. I literally look it up every single time. Lesley Logan 3:21  Well, I also have to say I before E except after C. So there's just some things that never stuck. Brad Crowell 3:26  No, that one, I before E except afterLesley Logan 3:28  But I have to say it after every time I write the word so it's not sticking. I have to say the mantra. It's not, the word didn't stick. Brad Crowell 3:36  That's fine.Lesley Logan 3:36  Okay. So for those who were born today, Brad wrote this. Brad Crowell 3:40  Sucks to be you. Slash.Lesley Logan 3:42  But you actually get to pick February 28th or March 1st on your non-birth date years. As if you didn't know, you could pick your own fucking birth date. Happy birthday to you. Brad Crowell 3:52  Well, they don't get one. There's no Feb 29. So, what are you gonna do? Brad Crowell 3:53  I, the same thing people on April 15th do, pick a fucking different day. Tax Day. No one likes April 15th. No one does. They pick.Brad Crowell 3:57  So people change their birthday? Lesley Logan 3:59  They just do a different day. Brad Crowell 4:02  Never heard of this. Lesley Logan 4:03  You know, you can do a different day no matter when your birth date was. Brad Crowell 4:12  Yeah, mine is December 33rd. Brad Crowell 4:29  Yeah, go to OPC.me/workshops.Lesley Logan 4:15  No, no. You have to pick an actual date of the year. At any rate, here we go. OPC Summer Camp. We are doing that in June. More information to follow but if you are on the waitlist, you'll find all information first and probably get some bulk extra bonuses and goodies and discounts. Lesley Logan 4:32  OPC.me/workshops. OPC March Matness, because March Matness starts tomorrow. Brad Crowell 4:38  Mañana. Lesley Logan 4:39  And so you can get free mat classes with me. Brad Crowell 4:42  It was supposed to start today but we just decided to add an extra day in this year, so. Lesley Logan 4:46  Yeah, we decided. We decided. The world does revolve around the we in this room. So March Matness starts on March 1st, I think, so go to OPC.me/challenge and you will see the first class it's up there. And if you're listening to this randomly on a different day, you can still do that and you can still sign up and you can start the challenge whenever you want to. Brad Crowell 5:08  Yes, you can. Lesley Logan 5:09  That's how we do things around here. Brad Crowell 5:10  Yes, you can. Lesley Logan 5:11  Be it till you see it. So, alsoBrad Crowell 5:14  OPC.me/challengeLesley Logan 5:14  Also an OPC situation we are still working on those Barrels Flashcards, they are still TBD on when their presale is but if you are on the waitlist for that you are going to get to know when those discounts are. And if you're noticing a theme with the waitlist, it's because we reward people on waitlist, so we don't have to promote stuff publicly. Brad Crowell 5:33  Do you know what the waitlist is? Anybody? Anybody? Anybody? OPC.me/flashcardwaitlist. That's right. That's the one. You got this. Lesley Logan 5:41  You have to figure this out, guys. So anyways, you want to go there to get on it if you are wanting to nerd out about the Barrels Deck and get the best price ever because we will not promote it on social media. We don't promote it on any other newsletter list. It's only gonna be on this one. Brad Crowell 5:55  Yeah, the presale is only going to waitlisters.Lesley Logan 5:57  Also, we value your time and your inbox. Okay. eLevate round four is really kicked off. Amazing, amazing group, you are missing out 1,000%. So if you want to hear about eLevate five or six or any of those other ones, you want to go to our waitlist for that. You can start, you can go to the site now and you can actually check out what it's all about and get on a call and see if it's right for you that we can make sure you save up your money and you schedule the time to really, just a wonderful program that I absolutely love doing. I had the best time and for those who were like, I don't want to do virtual, you can fly to Vegas for the in-person (inaudible) you can do that. Brad Crowell 6:30  Yeah, come hang out. Brad Crowell 6:30  Changed it up. Lesley Logan 6:32  And lastly, Brad, take us home. Lesley Logan 6:30  You don't have to but you can. So it's super fun. Leslielogan.co/elevate. Yeah, you thought you knew what it was didn't you? Thought you did? But you don't. Lesley Logan 6:37  you knew what it was? Didn't you? Thought you did? But you don't change it up. And lastly, Brad, hey, get home,Brad Crowell 6:44  We are going to Cambodia. Actually, we're really proud of this trip that we've created over the years. Obviously, we've talked about this before. But I'm just really fired up that this trip this upcoming year is going to be some new stuff added in. Plus, we're almost sold out. And, we almost sold out because of the waitlist and I'm just really fired up about that we have a great crew, it is going to be a heck of a trip. Lesley Logan 7:11  I know, Brad's talking to all of them on the phone already. (Inaudible) met several of you on the tour. So we're gonna have a blast. Brad Crowell 7:19  Yeah, it's gonna be, it's gonna be amazing. So we're really, really fired up about that. And there are still just a few spots left. So if you're interested in that. Lesley Logan 7:28  Literally just a few, like, no, you can't even count them all in one hand. Lesley Logan 7:31  OctoberBrad Crowell 7:31  October 6th to 11th, this year, and you can go to crowsnestretreats.com. Lesley Logan 7:38  Yeah. All right. Before we talk about Danny, what's our audience question? Brad Crowell 7:43  All right, Maria, from Instagram, thank you for this question. She said, Lesley, where do I get a spine corrector like yours? Lesley Logan 7:50  I know, because it's hot. It's so Barbie. So I've, I've had this hot pink on my window chair forever. And it became available. And my person and Contrology was like, hey, you got this hot pink and you can get on that spine card when it comes out. And she like was holding my invites ready to go. So I was one of the first spine correctors to ever get from the Contrology line. Brad Crowell 8:18  Lucky you. Lesley Logan 8:19  Also have a demo center guy. So okay, don't get, don't be jealous. But, what does that mean? It means any of the equipment that you see I have, you can actually get one like it, you can get whatever color you want. And we have discount links. So if you've never purchased from Balanced Body or Contrology, or it's been several years, you can use the link. You can also, if you need to do a special order where you want a different color like a hot pink like mine, then you can talk to my salesperson. So what you need to do is just Brad Crowell 8:46  Chat to us. Lesley Logan 8:47  Yeah, opc.me/chat. If you say I want this piece of equipment, my team can just give you the direct link with a discount on there. But if you are going to want to chat with a salesperson (inaudible) special, then just let my team know like I'm gonna want to do a special order and they'll make sure you have my salesperson's, I'm not shouting her email on here for y'all to like, bombard her. But she's amazing. And she is the only person who can give you my discount link. Technically, if you can't do it on the site. You can't get it but it's me. And I got hooked up. It's me. I don't know why thatBrad Crowell 9:22  Cause it's pink...Lesley Logan 9:23  Yes. Yes. It's a Lizzo song. Yeah. Yeah. It's so fun. If you haven't seen it, go to my Instagram account. I gave it its own real and it's just she's beautiful. And I love her. So you should get one too and then you should get ready for the Barrels Cards because I will teach you how to do all the different things you can on it. Brad Crowell 9:45  All the things. Lesley Logan 9:46  I have warmed up on it for my workouts every single day since it arrived. So I am obsessed.Brad Crowell 9:51  I love it. All right, now let's talk about Danny Brassell. Renowned as the “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.”, prolific speaker and author of 16 books including 'Leadership Begins with Motivation,' Danny shared his insights on the importance of reading, and how he applies these principles to improving communication skills for entrepreneurs and executives. But mostly, y'all, talked about kids. Lesley Logan 10:16  We talked about so many kids. Brad Crowell 10:17  This guy is astounding to me. Lesley Logan 10:20  I know. Brad Crowell 10:21  Yeah. You know, he does 100 speaking engagements a year? Lesley Logan 10:24  I know. Brad Crowell 10:24  That's, that's incredible.Lesley Logan 10:26  It's insane. Brad Crowell 10:27  That's two a week. Lesley Logan 10:28  Yeah. And then when we're done, he's like, how can I help you? And I'm like, I mean, I think that how can I help you like you're doing the world like the Lord's work right now.Brad Crowell 10:37  He has four major projects and one of them is like, helping kids with Lesley Logan 10:42  We should connect him with Rodney, not Rondney, Rodman. Brad Crowell 10:45  Rodman. Lesley Logan 10:46  I think they live close to each other. Brad Crowell 10:47  Jake. All of them. I mean, yeah, I was just super impressed by him, trying to help change literacy. Lesley Logan 10:57  Oh, yeah. So he said, people who read more, read better. And his job is to really expose his students to all kinds of ways to love reading. He likes to teach kids why to read and he wants kids to want reading and to choose it on their own. And I think that's like, really especiallyBrad Crowell 11:13  That was the thing that I was like, oh, my God, this is the fucking most obvious thing ever. That he's like, yeah, you know, they go to elementary school and they learn how, he's like, but they don't want to do it. So (inaudible) how do you get them to want to do it? I was like, oh, that's duh. He's like, yeah, so I teach kids what to read. I was like, wow. Okay.Lesley Logan 11:35  Yeah. And he believes like one of the most important things is we have to learn how to make reading fun for you. And I did this earlier this year. I read the best book. And it was so fun. I read it in three days. Brad Crowell 11:46  Yeah, you slayed that book.Lesley Logan 11:47  I know I need to get a library card. Not waiting on that so far. But I slayed that book. Because I like, I made it fun. I like, played some music, I sat in my reading chair, you know all the things. And it really, it really, what I realized is that I read really fast because like I can read really fast because I've read so thank goodness for being a child who read, but like, I love this because I know that the person I am today is because of the books that I read. And I read books because my mom made sure I read books as a kid like she was so we would (inaudible) the library every week. And we could check out however many the max number of books was, and we went every week. Why? Because the library is free guys. Free. (inaudible)Brad Crowell 12:30  We did exactly the same, you know, and we had books that we would read as a family, we'd have books that we'd read on our own. And what I thought was really interesting, he said, hey, listen, you know, the I'm sure you all have heard this, the statistics, but you can change your kids' grades from an F to a C, if they read nine minutes a day. And he said, from a C to an A is not like 47 hours a day. No, they they literally they read 20 minutes a day, 20 minutes a day. Lesley Logan 13:03  And he also said you don't have to do it all at once. (inaudible) Brad Crowell 13:04  Those are the kids that are getting grades. Not only you see, you don't have to do it all at once. He said it doesn't matter who's doing the reading. The parent can read out loud and that counts for the kids. I was like, that's cool. So yeah, I mean, making it fun, I thought was interesting. He said, yeah, you know, I used to eavesdrop on my students. I was like, okay, he's like, yeah, if I hear them talking about cars, I introduced them to a book about cars. You know, if I hear them talking about whatever sports, I introduce them to a book about sports. He's like, they're only going to read the stuff they're interested in. So if you can get them into, you know, like, understand what they're interested in. You can give them material. He said, there are 4 million books written a year in the United States. I didn't know that. That's just astounding.Lesley Logan 13:45  You know what's so funny? Is that like Brad will say he never reads, okay, he says he'll never read. Okay, so we're sitting in Austin at a random restaurant and he overhears something. And he was like, oh, you read that? So, have you heard of this series? Oh, and then Brad shares some of this whole series I've never even heard him fucking talk about. Then he talks about a different series and a different series. So the truth is, Brad reads a specific genre of book and this guy was like, so excited and this guy's sharing Brad with all these different books in that same genre. And so what it is, is that Brad doesn't just read books outside of that genre, and that's okay. Brad Crowell 14:20  No, I don't actually pick them up and read them. I listen to audio. Lesley Logan 14:23  Well, guess what? Danny said you could do that, too. Brad Crowell 14:25  Yes, he did. Yeah, I got excited about that. That was really helpful. Lesley Logan 14:29  Yeah. So anyways, I'm in. I just think it's really, really great. And if you missed it, if your kid's grades suck, get them to read a book they're interested in and make it fun. You know how my parents made it fun? We can have a gummy worm for every chapter of a book we read. And obviously there's gonna be like two-page chapters that were like, you know, full on like The Baby-Sitters Club, you know, Nancy Drew, Beverly Cleary. So like, but, we can have a gummy worm and so I would just read a whole book and I got 13 because you don't want just one. I had 13. Brad Crowell 15:07  Mom, there 13 chapters in this book, I put a photo at the corner of every single one just to show you so I can prove that I get 13. Lesley Logan 15:15  No, I didn't have to do that. But I, she just trust me. But I also like, because no one wants one gummy worm.Brad Crowell 15:20  No one wants that.Lesley Logan 15:21  You want, you want all of them. Brad Crowell 15:22  You can't just, not just one.Lesley Logan 15:25  What did you love?Brad Crowell 15:27  He shared the problem that he saw in most educational systems that we think that every kid is at the same level and he said there actually are different levels of reading and they have different interests. He's, this is a really cool story, because he talked about a high school kid who is like, clearly the football player who is a stereotype. amazing athlete, not a great student, right? Well, maybe he's a great student, but not a great reader. Right? So he's in 12th grade, but he's literally reading at a first grade level. Right? And he said, he said, the problem is that when you are in 12th grade, the first grade level books are like basically picture books with like four words in them. And he said, that's embarrassing as hell for a 12th grader to be carrying on school. So how did he, how do you get around that? He said, all right, we're gonna write a book for first graders. And the guy was like, okay, sure. He's like, but do you know anything about books that first graders would read? And he's like, No, he's like, all right, well, looks like we have to go read some first grade books. In order for us to write a book for first graders. And he's like, do you see what I did there? I was like, yeah, of course. I mean, that's, that's like, that's like, such a great excuse for this senior to be carrying around a bunch of kids' books so that when he's teased about it, because he will be, because kids are dicks, he would be able to say, listen, I'm doing homework for me to write a book.Lesley Logan 17:01  I want.Brad Crowell 17:02  I'm so inspired. Lesley Logan 17:03  I want to I want to shoot this (inaudible).Brad Crowell 17:06  Obviously a dick. Lesley Logan 17:07  Kids are dicks.Brad Crowell 17:08  Kids are dicks. Lesley Logan 17:09  When you listen to a podcast and they're kind of like dual income, one kid. It's like a dink or a dank or something like that. And then she's like, yeah, like, we used to be a duldo which is like dual income, like, one dog only or something like that likeBrad Crowell 17:29  DINK, dual income no kids. Lesley Logan 17:32  No kids. Brad Crowell 17:33  Yeah. Dual income, let's see, I don't know, one kid, DISK, dual income single kid. That's a DISK. SISK, single income single kid.Lesley Logan 17:46  Yeah. And then there's like also like dual income like dog only. So that's a DILDO. And I don't know why they came to me when you were just saying that. Anyways, you guys, that's a plug for another podcast (inaudible). Brad Crowell 18:05  I can't even come up with that on Google search without coming up with a bunch of garbage. (Inaudible)Brad Crowell 18:16  Oh, here we go. Here it is. Here it is. We're no longer DISKs. We're DILDOs, dual income little dog owners. Lesley Logan 18:22  Little dog owners.Brad Crowell 18:26  Oh my gosh. Lesley Logan 18:27  I love it so much (inaudible). Anyways, but I think it's, I also just think likeBrad Crowell 18:33  We're DILBOs.Lesley Logan 18:37  Large dogs only?Brad Crowell 18:39  Big dogs. Big dog owners. Lesley Logan 18:41  Yeah. Large dog owners. Brad Crowell 18:44  DILBOs. Lesley Logan 18:44  Yeah, no, you just said large dogs. Brad Crowell 18:46  Oh, we could be large dog owners. Lesley Logan 18:48  It's the same acronym. (Inaudible). If you read more, Brad, I'm just kidding.Brad Crowell 18:54  Get that up to an A? Lesley Logan 18:55  Yeah, so anyways, I but I do think that's really cool. I think it is interesting. I remember like, when I was in junior high, we took that reading test and one of my friends was like, a college reading level and I was only a junior, like a junior in high school reading level. I'm in the seventh grade. And I just remember going they're so much more than me like they're higher than me. I didn't as a perfectionist. I wasn't thinking about the kids who like got hit with you're-lower-than-your-grade-level. Like how, how depressing is that? And I wonder if the teachers had a like a way around that other than what we have to do take like the grocery store paper bags to cover our books in?Brad Crowell 19:37  Yeah, well, I mean, you know his conclusion at that whole thing was that you know, teachers, good teachers will basically help you progress to the next level. Lesley Logan 19:46  Yeah, pay your teachers more.Brad Crowell 19:47  All right. So let's talk about those Be It Action Items. What bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted action items can we take away from your convo with Danny Brassell? Honestly, I thought this was so genius and you were laughing at the end of it because for the first time ever, we got an action item that said, go watch television. Lesley Logan 20:09  I know. We've never had that before.Brad Crowell 20:12  I was like, really? And he's like, yeah, you want to know why the highest reading averages are in the country of Finland? Like yeah, I want to know why he said because they watch the most TV. I was like, okay, and he said, and they have closed captioning turned on. So they're reading the entire time they're watching television. I thought that is so fascinating. So go watch television with the captions on, right? And I thought something else like just to throw this in there too. Y'all talked about habit building and tie, tying it to like something that's emotionally, tying it to something emotional that you already enjoy is going to help you and he said yeah, you know, for me, I actually don't get out and do enough movement. I don't walk enough I don't have enough exercise. So I started walk I started I made myself I only gave myself permission to watch my show when I'm on my treadmill. Right? And I thought that's pretty cool. So what if you're on a treadmill while watching your favorite show with the captions on? Way to go.Lesley Logan 21:21  And if your dog isn't my own you probably can do that without barking. (Inaudible)Brad Crowell 21:29  Yeah, well, aside from the treadmill. What's your biggest takeaway from his Be It Action Items? Lesley Logan 21:34  Okay, this is really cool. So those of you who are (inaudible) wow, he's a hundred speeches a year. Oh my God. He actually shared how to create a formula for your speeches. This, you guys Brad Crowell 21:45  Totally dug this. Totally dug this. Lesley Logan 21:48  Yeah, get a pen and paper out right now because that's step one. And also (inaudible) that's strep one. You don't want strep oneBrad Crowell 21:55  That's the D in delta one.Lesley Logan 21:59  You, so step one, is that but also go get one because this is freaking gold. I think we paid our coaches about $15,000 for this information and he gave it to you all for free. So here it is. He said get a pen and paper. Write down every life story that's ever happened to you. Not the whole story just like the triggers like he said the example the time I locked myself out of the car in front of Costco or the time dad spilled mustard on his tie at that fancy restaurant. Like, if you are unsure how to do this, you guys, another way to do it is like go through your photos the other day, babe, I came across our first Valentine's Day. Brad Crowell 22:33  That's a genius idea going through photos. Lesley Logan 22:35  And like, I went through the photos and I was like, where are we? And I was like, oh my God, we were on this hike that has like all this graffiti, it's like this crazy place. And then I, I actually because of that I wrote an email today that's going out on Valentine's Day. Brad Crowell 22:47  About Nazis?Lesley Logan 22:52  No. So I hate to tell them about the Nazi part. It was a Nazi sympathizer campground. Brad Crowell 22:58  Yeah, in the 50's, in the hills of Los Angeles. Lesley Logan 23:01  And it's and by the hills I mean, like the valley theBrad Crowell 23:05  Yeah. Like, buried away from civilization. Lesley Logan 23:08  Really, really cool hike and people take spray paint and they spray paint over each other. And it's like, they've like just they graffiti this campground. And because it's like art, and it's really cool to do that. And anyways, that's but beside the point, I came across that I had to write an email for Valentine's. I'm like what the fuck am I gonna write for Valentine's Day? But I remember this. And so I told that entire story about how on that day on our first Valentine's Day, it was a really hike. And then you decided to cook two special recipes. And the first one was amazing. And the second one isBrad Crowell 23:38  Yes, stuffed, shrimp-stuffed avocado. I remember this.Lesley Logan 23:40  Yes. Yes. You put it back in the cup and microwaves the whole thing. It was like really beautiful. And then he made this shrimp avocado salad. You've seen the theme, but he misread the cayenne pepper amount. And so I shared how we ended up at Whole Foods and prepared food. And then I led that into coming on a retreat. And don't worry, Brad's not cooking we haven't (inaudible). But the point is, is that if you go through your life source and you write them down, just the triggers these little, little captions, like you said, that after an hour, just like an hour, like if you even just like went through your photos, you'd have three to 400 stories with these things. Because like, shit happens to you every day. You guys, the amount of shit we go through every day. Like I just like sometimes, like if someone followed me around, they would never believe what I go through. So then you can associate step two. What's the teaching point? What's the learning lesson from the story? Brad Crowell 24:35  What's the high level theme? Is it loyalty? Is it friendship? Is it kindness? Is it happenstances and whatever it might be? Leadership, responsibility.Lesley Logan 24:47  And then you put them in folders in your computer based on the teaching point. And the next time you're asked to speak anywhere you have, oh, do you want to talk about leadership? I'm gonna tell you this, I'm gonna tell you this and you'll have a story to tell. Brad Crowell 24:58  It's genius. Lesley Logan 24:59  It's so genius. Brad Crowell 25:00  It is so genius especially because you know, you and possibly even me are about to embark on this podcast toward journey where we're trying to get booked on these other pods to start sharing more about, Be It Till You See It sharing more about some of the other things that we're working on in our lives. And, you know, the reality is they're always prompting you well, what are you going to talk about? And you're like, I don't know, I'm gonna talk about some things but, it's gonna be good conversation. Just book me. Lesley Logan 25:27  Don't worry. I was homeless three times (inaudible).Brad Crowell 25:31  So, you know, having this like, out of your, in your bag of tricks is it's crazy. It's amazing. Lesley Logan 25:36  It's brilliant. It's amazing. And also like for those who think I have nothing to talk about. Lesley Logan 25:43  Yeah. Bullshit. Lesley Logan 25:44  You have so much. (Inaudible)Brad Crowell 25:46  Yeah, we call it DILDO. Lesley Logan 25:47  I'm sure Danny doesn't call it bullshit. I've got (inaudible). Anyways, I'm Lesley Logan.Brad Crowell 25:54  And I'm Brad Crowell.Lesley Logan 25:55  How are you going to use these tips? You got to do it. Danny is amazing. I really want to introduce him to Rodman so we just need to make that happen. Brad Crowell 26:02  Yeah, we're gonna do it.Lesley Logan 26:03  And we are so freaking grateful for you. So make sure you share the Pod because especially this one, a lot of parents can hear it and help their kiddos go from a C to F to a C and a C to an A and read more and have a lot of fun. And tag us on the Gram, send your questions in and until next time, Be It Till You See It.Brad Crowell 26:25  Bye for now. Lesley Logan 26:27  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day.   Lesley Logan 26:54  Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. 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Lesley Logan hosts an enriching conversation with Dr. Danny Brassell, a recognized expert in literacy and education. Danny shares his unique and innovative approaches to fostering a love for reading in children and adults. Listen as Danny offers practical tips and insights, demonstrating his commitment to transforming reading into a lifelong passion.If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe.In this episode you will learn about:Danny's mission is to bring joy back into education in the workplace.Strategies to make reading a fun and habitual activity for all ages.The different ways we can teach kids to love reading. The true science behind forming and breaking habits effectively.Actionable storytelling strategies for entrepreneurs and speakers.How closed captioning can enhance literacy in a simple yet effective way.Episode References/Links:Dr. Danny Brassell WebsiteDr. Danny Brassell Social HandlesStudy on Habit FormingTiny Habits by BJ Fogg PhDThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillJames and the Giant PeachFree gift from danny.comGuest Bio:Dr. Danny Brassell is a highly acclaimed speaker, author, and educator, recognized for his expertise in literacy and motivational teaching strategies. Renowned as the 'Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,' he has transformed the lives of countless individuals through his engaging and innovative approaches to reading and learning. Dr. Brassell has authored 16 books, including his notable work 'Leadership Begins with Motivation,' and has addressed over 3,500 audiences worldwide, making a profound impact in both the educational and corporate sectors. His commitment to fostering a love for reading has been instrumental in developing successful literacy programs, benefiting students, teachers, and parents alike. Dr. Brassell's unique blend of educational insight and entertaining delivery makes him a sought-after consultant, helping entrepreneurs, executives, and small business owners enhance their communication skills and business impact.  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. DEALS! Check out all our Preferred Vendors & Special Deals from Clair Sparrow, Sensate, Lyfefuel BeeKeeper's Naturals, Sauna Space, HigherDose, AG1 and ToeSox Be in the know with all the workshops at OPCBe It Till You See It Podcast SurveyBe a part of Lesley's Pilates MentorshipFREE Ditching Busy Webinar  Resources:Watch the Be It Till You See It podcast on YouTube!Lesley Logan websiteBe It Till You See It PodcastOnline Pilates Classes by Lesley LoganOnline Pilates Classes by Lesley Logan on YouTubeProfitable Pilates Follow Us on Social Media:InstagramFacebookLinkedIn  Episode Transcript:Danny Brassell 0:00  I gravitate towards people that are actually doing things. I'd much rather be around people that failed gloriously than the people that do the worksheets and fill in the fill in between the lines and they just live a safe, dull life. That's not what life's about. Life is meant to take risks.Lesley Logan 0:18  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.  Lesley Logan 1:00  All right, Be It Babe. Welcome back to the Be It Till You See It podcast. I have a great interview for you today. First of all, do you know that the reason why I call it Be It Till You See It is like you're acting as if you are the person you want to be already. And a lot of times we wait till we have the thing to be the thing. So you be the thing. And then you'll actually do the things that that person that your version of that person would have if they were already there, and then you'll have the thing. So be, do, have. Be it till you see it. Anyways, that's my little lesson for you. Because what's about to happen is you'll get a lot of amazing lessons. So my guest today is Danny Brassel. You're in here he's doing four frickin phenomenal things. I don't know how he's doing all four of them, but he's doing them and it's really cool. For my parents listening, there's some great things in here for your kiddos. For my nan and parents. Hi, I see you. I got so much out of this and I don't even have kids. So do not skip to the next one. This is absolutely what you want to listen to and really like, I hope you take any one of the action steps that he gives throughout and then also the one at the end. We've never heard it before. And I bet you you're going to use it starting today. So please let us know if you do make sure you reach out to Danny, reach out to the Be It Pod and let us know what your favorite takeaways are. Here is Danny. Lesley Logan 2:26  All right, Be It babe. I am so excited to chat with our guest today. Danny Brassel. He is here to rock your world for sure. I read his bio, the Jim Carrey, huh? I was like, oh my God, I had to talk to this man. So Danny, will you tell everyone who you are and what you rock at and maybe why they maybe assert Jim Carrey towards you and about what you do?Danny Brassell 2:48  Well, first of all, thank you so much for having me, Lesley, we need a lot more of you in the world, you're spreading joy and I appreciate that. We need you. My mission is to bring joy back into education in the workplace. And I do that in four different ways. First of all, I speak about 100 dates a year all around the world, primarily to schools and parent groups, but also to corporations reminding them take your job seriously. But don't take yourself too seriously. Because you ain't all that and neither am I. And if you think you're all that teach kindergarten for a week, they'll set you straight. Secondly, I've got the world's top reading engagement program for parents, which in just over two months shows parents how to get their kids to read more, read better, and most importantly, to love reading. I mean, I find that schools do an adequate job of teaching kids how to read. But the question I always ask people is what good is it teaching a kid how to read if they never want to read? I teach kids why to read because I've never had to tell a kid go watch TV. I've never had to tell a kid go play a video game. And I never want to have to tell a kid go read I want them to choose to do it on their own because they love it. Third, I work with entrepreneurs, small business owners and executives on how to create engaging presentations that get their audience to take the next step whether that's to purchase their product or to donate to their cause or even to invest in their ideas. And then fourth and finally, I'm the North American CEO of a company called CyberSmarties which was founded in 2015, in Ireland by a guy named Diarmuid Hudner, which is a social media platform for kids ages five to 12 and teaches kids how to use social media in a positive way. So the way it works is if you were to type in, Danny, I think you're fat and ugly. It wouldn't let you send the message instead says that's not nice thing to say to Danny. And our studies show that within three days, it frustrates kids so much that they can't send their message that they stopped sending negative messages altogether. And the programs basically completely eliminated cyber bullying in Ireland. Now it's in New Zealand, India, Turkey. I'm in charge of getting it here in North America. So all of these are all mission-oriented though. You know, I think life is too short. And we all have to smile a lot more. And so I listen to your podcast.Lesley Logan 2:48  Oh my God. Okay, so many amazing things I love. I love that you shared all of that, because I hope everyone heard like you can be multifaceted, and they don't all have to have the same facet. It's like, I would never have guessed the fourth one at all. And I know that all of the parents listening are like, how do we? Who do we need to call in our Congress? We'll put the Congress phone number in the shownotes, guys, I've got it memorized because it's on a sweatshirt. We have, who do we need to call to get that in because my goodness, even as an adult, I've been bullied online. So like, I can't even imagine what it's like for the kiddos. My first thing I have to ask you is, you know, so many people would have so many great ideas and then they don't know how to take that first next step, you do four incredibly humongous things that are mission-driven, and making massive impact. How did you, I guess the first one would be the hardest one but like, how did you make the steps because I'm sure people told you, Danny, you can't do all those things, you can't speak 100 dates a year and fix bullying and get kids to read like, I feel like that's a lot. So how are you able to make that happen with with all the obstacles that are out there? Danny Brassell 6:10  Well, I have OCD I have I mean, and I, ADHD and every other type of acronym, an abbreviation you want to give. Really, what I want everybody to know is that in order to do anything, you have to screw up a lot. And me when I work with, I was working with an entrepreneur the other day, and we put together what we call his stump speech or how to introduce yourself to new audiences. And I said, you got to practice, you got to go on tomorrow and deliver the speech he's like, but it's gonna stink, I'm like, exactly. And the day after that, I want you to give this speech and it's gonna stink, but it's going to stink a little bit less than the first time you did it. And by the 20th time, you'll start feeling comfortable, and you'll you'll start to get the hang of it. But most of us we fear things because we've never done them. And that's what all of this audience has to embrace is we got to get comfortable being uncomfortable. And there's always going to be it's amazing how many people are experts about things, they have no idea about. They've never traveled the world and yet, they're like, oh, you can't go there it's dangerous, and they've never started a business and oh, you can't do that you'll you're you're gonna do that everybody's an expert, but they haven't done anything. And so I gravitate towards people that are actually doing things I'd much rather be around people that failed gloriously than the people that do the worksheets and fill in the fill in between the lines, they just live a safe, dull life. That's not what life's about life is meant to take risks.Lesley Logan 7:39  Oh my gosh, it's like you've heard the intro to this podcast, we always take messy action, do it scare like, it's it is interesting, you know, I feel like people are people been raised to get the A, right? Like you talked about schools, and my mom's a teacher and she's listening. Hi, Mom, you do great work. My trainer is also a teacher for kindergarteners. That well not really does humble you. And so there's obviously they there's amazing people in the educational world. But there's this there at some point, you get to a point where like, we have to get the A's because the grades only matter because then you don't get to the next step. And like your whole life will be ruined if you don't get this. So then we become these perfectionist, because that's the only thing that matters. And it's like we don't take that risk. I feel like little kids take more risks than adults do.Danny Brassell 8:28  You're absolutely right. That's why I love being around kids is you know, I'll ask adults, what's two plus two and I get complete silence. I can ask little kids, what's two plus two, and they'll raise their hands to be like four, seven, I got a dog. And I love that, you know, they just play with things. It's really it takes until about third grade, where the kids are just like that adult audience. They're completely quiet. They stay in their seat because school taught them not to take risk. And it breaks my heart all the time. We need to encourage you know, I read biographies of successful people Lesley, all the time and there's one common element most successful people in these biographies have, most of them dropped out of school. And as an educator that appalls me, I'm like, what are we doing wrong? How do we make sure to nurture those passions inside of those kids? And you know, I'm still growing and learning all the time. And that's, that's, again, people listen to, I'm speaking to the wrong people right now. These are the people that want to actually improve themselves. But that's what you do is you constantly challenge yourself to get better, because every day you're not learning you're slowly dying.Lesley Logan 9:38  Yeah. Yeah, I am, I agree. And I think well, first of all, every single person listening to this, you know, they're seekers, but that's because there's people around them that can't give that like we're almost being the friend in their ear because the front in their actual ear is telling them you can't do that. You couldn't do three different jobs. You have kids, you have the how do we tell you all your stuff to do and it's like they need us in their ears to remind them that they're capable and it's going to be amazing. And it's going to suck the first 20 times. It's okay. Go listen to this podcast, the first 20 episodes, guys, take a listen. I'm sure it was fine. And I'm grateful for my amazing friends. But you get better over time we're, when this episode comes out, we'll have over 300 episodes out. So like, you just get better. Danny Brassell 10:21  Wow, congratulations, Lesley. That's wonderful.Lesley Logan 10:23  I know it's kind of insane that how fast that happens. But you just you get better. And you get you're less nervous when you talk to a stranger. Like, there's just so many things, you just have to get started. So yes, we are speaking, you maybe are speaking to the wrong audience. But I think maybe we're just reminding the people that they can do it and they don't have to be perfect at it. Danny Brassell 10:42  Well, at least we're speaking to an audience of people that are going gonna go out and do something, which is important. Lesley Logan 10:46  Yeah, yeah. No, it's so hard. I mean, like, I've talked about this on that, on the pod before but like, I've talked to, I called my grandpa, I'm like, hey, Grandpa, how you doing? It's like, well, I'm waiting to die. And it's like, awesome. Cool. And then I go, well, I'm gonna go to Cambodia, he's like, you should be really safe. Like, that's very dangerous there. And I'm like, so I've been seven times, we're doing great, like, feel safer than here. Just gonna say it.Danny Brassell 11:12  Yeah. You know, that's an important point you just made, Lesley, you need to surround yourself with positives. I mean, I was watching a show on television the other day it was horrible. It was called the news. And it totally depressed me. It showed all these horrible things happening. And one of the things I learned from my life, my wife, I don't even know if she knows who the president of the United States is, she has no time for that. She watches I Love Lucy and Friends and she's a much better person for it. I mean, I used to volunteer for the Special Olympics. If you ever feel down, you need to volunteer for the Special Olympics, those individuals are some of the most extraordinary people, I just think that they have a secret that the rest of us don't realize, which is life is to be lived and to be celebrated every day. Lesley Logan 11:59  Yeah. Yes, I agree to that. I mean, I mean, please also volunteer at your local dog shelter and you'll see that dogs don't judge you. They have no, they don't care if you're perfect and all those things, and it'll uplift your spirits. But that's really funny. Yeah, I know, the the news is the news is designed to make us scared to make us fearful and for us just to sit there for them to put up another ad in front of your face. Also, just so you know, that's what they're, that's why they do the clicky headlines and they repeat themselves all the time. It's so hard because there's FOMO I need to I don't want to miss out and you know this information and it's true, we do have to, there's got to be a balance there which is so hard to do. So I feel for the people who listen, who's like but I have to listen to news, Danny, but also I would like to just watch Friends and then you know, do my thing and stick with my idea. Lesley Logan 12:50  I want to go into something that you talked about helping kids want to read. A lot of our listeners, not children, they want to read even though they're not kiddos, can you, can we dive a little bit into like, what will help because they want to read but it's also like making the time, what should they read? Like, again, they're perfectionist, so then there's the new obstacle of like, well, I want to read but I don't know what to read. How? Do you have any advice for us on that? Danny Brassell 13:20  Absolutely. Well, I was that kid. I grew up hating reading. My father was a librarian. I always hated the library. It always smelled funny to me, the furniture was uncomfortable. There was always some elderly woman telling me to be quiet. There was always a freaky homeless guy hanging out by the shells, thought he was a vampire. I always hated the library. And it wasn't until I started teaching in the inner city in South Central Los Angeles where I saw a lot of my students didn't have a lot of the advantages I had growing up. I mean, I was very blessed Lesley, both of my parents were in the home. We weren't wealthy by any means. But we always had food on the table. And my parents always read in front of us kids, to us kids. And we always had plenty of access to great reading materials. And I basically said shame on me. It's my job to really expose my students to all kinds of ways to love reading. I mean, I was that kid I'll never forget in high school, I was forced to read The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne and no offense to people that love Nathaniel Hawthorne, I mean, I don't want to offend anybody but, basically the story is about Hester Prynne commits adultery, so she's forced to wear an A on her chest. And I raised my hand in class one day and I asked my teacher if I could wear a B on my chest because I was so bored reading that book. I absolutely hated it. And I think that's one of the most important things we have to understand is, you know, it has to be fun, like, make reading fun for you. And the research is very clear on this. It doesn't matter what you read. What matters is how much you read. It doesn't matter if you're reading James Joyce or James and the Giant Peach, people who read more read better. Danny Brassell 15:01  You know, when I got my Ph.D., my wife was looking at me because I had this huge grin on my face. And she's like, why are you so happy and like, because from now on, I pick the books. And I think that's what reading should be. You know, if you want to read, you know, a lot of the people in your audience are entrepreneurs, well, you don't have to read classic literature to be a good entrepreneur, you need to read about other entrepreneurs. What's their journey? You know, I get so many boys interested in reading because I find out what they're interested in. I mean, I use (inaudible) if the kids are talking about NASCAR, get on some NASCAR books, if they're talking about JLo, get a biography on Jennifer Lopez, you know, interest drives reading, and that's something that's going to be sustained all the time. I mean, I, I see things all the time. It's, America's crazy, like we'll say, oh, you know what, you should finish whatever you read. I'm like, well, that's stupid advice. I mean, think of think of reading a book, like eating a piece of food. You try a chapter. Oh, my gosh, that's disgusting. Well, maybe it gets better. Oh, no, it's disgusting. I mean, if you find a book, you don't like put it down. There's over 4 million books written in English last year alone. Some of them are pretty good. Don't waste your time on the lame ones. Danny Brassell 16:12  Here, I'll do something for your audience right now, Lesley, for all those people who have that large book on your bedside table that you started three years ago, I can do this because I'm a Ph.D. I absolve you of that book. Get another one. You know, I like reading. I have one of the top reading clubs online. It's called lazyreaders.com. If you go, it's a free subscription once a month for the rest of your life. I update it with 10 book recommendations, three or four adult level, three or four young adult level, and three or four children's level books all under 250 pages. So you have something to read when you're stuck in a boring meeting or at the doctor's office. You know, when I hear people say, oh, I don't have, I don't have time to read. I'm like, yeah, who has time to read after you watch the game on TV, have a couple of beers, go out shopping? I have a friend that's a time management expert. I always give him a hard time, Lesley, because I say there's no such thing as time management there's only priority management. Harvard did a study, whenever I say research, I would say Harvard did a study. Harvard did a study 100 years ago, they found out that people only had 24 hours in their days. Well, it's how are you using those minutes in your day? So the people that have a hard time getting interested, you know, I'll work with parents and they're trying to figure out how to get their kids into reading. So there's two numbers in my reading program. There's two numbers I have everybody focus on. The first number is 67. So a lot of people say it takes 21 days to change a habit. And to those people I say, show me the research on that it's a completely fabricated number. I know exactly where it comes from. It comes from, what's that?Lesley Logan 17:44  It's 100% fake, it doesn't work and we can talk about it. But I studied with BJ Fogg from Stanford. So you know, the West Coast. And you can actually create a habit in a moment, like you can it's all but an emotion. Your emotion derives things but that's...Danny Brassell 18:00  You can do a lot, yeah, well, so when they did a clinical study so the the number comes from there was a great book written in 1960 by Dr. Maxwell Maltz called Psycho-Cybernetics. I encourage everybody to read the book. But in the preface of the book, Dr. Maltz, who's a plastic surgeon and he flippantly said he noticed it took most of his patients about 21 days to get used to their new faces. Well, a lot of personal development gurus, a lot of people I respect by the way, started telling people it takes 21 days to change a habit, it's completely fabricated. So. Lesley Logan 18:33  It sounds really good.Danny Brassell 18:34  There was a study done by, Harvard did a study in 2009. It was actually University of London, it was a habit formation study and they determined it took anywhere from 18 to 254 days to change a habit and the average was 66 days. Well, I don't like the number 66. So I throw in a bonus day, 67 days to change a habit. And it really depends on the type of habit you're trying to form. So it can be a moment. Like if you want to drink a glass of water before breakfast every day, that might take 18 days to make that into a habit. But if you want to quit smoking, that can take 254 days. And here's why this is important, Lesley, let's say you go on a diet, you follow it religiously for 21 days, but on day 22 you fall off the wagon. Will you blame yourself? Well, research shows it takes three times longer than that to form most habits. So I just think it's very, I have a problem when I hear people throwing out these numbers and everybody, everybody's a little bit different. I was a teacher. I always say different strokes for different folks. Some kids get it in 10 minutes, some kids it takes them till April, but where there's a will there's a way. Danny Brassell 19:40  The other number I want people and this would be good for your audience to know, is, is the number is 20. So researchers were looking at patterns among successful students around the world. And they were looking for what are the characteristics what are the common characteristics they have? They stumble upon something which floored them. It was the number of minutes spent reading outside of school. So they looked at the low kids, the average kids and the high kids. So the first group was the low kids, the kids in the 20th percentile, some of your F students, they average less than a minute a day reading outside of school. Well, that didn't surprise anybody. It's probably why you're at the bottom of your class. But the next number did startle the researchers, the kids in the middle of the class, the 78th percentile, C students, they average 9.6 minutes a day reading outside of school. And so if I'm doing a live training with parents, this is when the room gets really quiet and the first hand raised is in the parents' side that says, wait a sec, are you saying if I can get my kid to read 10 minutes a day, I can take them from an F to a C? That's exactly what I'm saying. There's actually a lot of research to support this. But this next number really floored the researchers, the kids near the top of the class and 90th percentile A minus students. Do they spend three hours a day reading for fun outside of school? No. Do they spend an hour a day outside of school reading for fun? No. The average was just over 20 minutes a day. So my entire program is showing parents how can we find those 20 minutes every single day. And there's two things people have to understand. First of all, the number the minutes don't have to be consecutive. So you can do a minute here, five minutes here, three minutes there. And secondly, being read aloud to is just as good as reading on your own. So I work with a lot of dyslexic students. A lot of people don't realize over half of the Fortune 500 CEOs are dyslexic. Well, dyslexics, they process information really well with their ears. And so now I just say we'll turn on the audiobook, let somebody else read it to you. You don't have to read it. It's just as effective.Lesley Logan 21:43  I'm so excited. Because, first of all, I'm like, oh, so if I read 20 minutes a day, the overachiever in me is like, I'm gonna be an A student. I'm not even in school, but I feel like it's just gonna make me a better person. But also, I hope y'all heard that he said, audiobook works as well. And so like, guys, if you're got a 20-minute commute, instead of listening to your news podcast, you can listen to ours. But you then should listen to a book for 20 minutes. That's such a great thing. I love that. Also, there's this interesting thing. One, if you love to read, read BJ Fogg's Tiny Habits book, you will love it. Two, it's also emotions. So if you are trapped, like, first of all, we can all remember back during the pandemic, when we wore a mask everywhere, every single day, then they took us out a mask for like a week. And they're like, oh, hold on, actually, you said to wear the mask, at the grocery store, how many times you have to go back to the grocery store? Everyday, everyday, because you didn't like wearing the mask. So you never created the habit. So if you don't like the thing, it's not going to stick because the emotions around it are not exciting. So that's why the repetition doesn't work because it has to have an emotional pull that you'd actually like to do. And then second on the like breaking a habit or unwrap a, BJ will say unraveling a habit because habits are prompted by different things. If you are a smoker, there's a prompt that happens, if you eat a snack, if you eat candy at your desk, there's a prompt, you have to remove the prompt you have to figure what that is. And you can't have nothing there because it creates a vacuum. So you actually do have to find so that when those do take harder or if you're if your habit is to like emote, like beat yourself up, like if you're someone who just like, judges yourself has bad thoughts when someone says anything critical type of a thing, those habits are actually the hardest to break because you have to be really good at acknowledging like, oh, I'm doing the thing that I don't want to do. So that's why, that's why the numbers...Danny Brassell 23:40  Make sure you have him listen to this podcast, he'll be so proud of you. You're a great student, you learned a lot, you know.Lesley Logan 23:45  I know, BJ will love it.Danny Brassell 23:49  The other thing is Habit Stacking. So for example, like, I was watching too much TV, and I wasn't working out enough. And so now when I go on the bike, I, you know, I'm watching, I'm almost done. I've never watched The Sopranos when it came out. So now I'm on season six, I'm halfway through. But I only want Sopranos when I'm on the bike after I finished the Sopranos, I'll go to my next show. So it's really what you were talking about with the grocery store. It's amazing how primitive our brains really are.Lesley Logan 24:17  They really are. But it's that dopamine hit. And also like because you want to watch that show and you have really good boundaries and willpower. It's really so but it's so I just want to say I thank you for going over the reading thing. One, every parent in here is so excited. They just learned something about their kids. So I'm happy to give them that but two, you know, we've gotten questions from the audience before about like just wanting to have time to read. It's like you don't just like put the book in your bag or put like have the audiobook on your phone. And then instead of when you're on line at Starbucks, going on Facebook, you could hit play for a couple of minutes. So my husband. Danny Brassell 24:54  May I share another strategy with you, Lesley? This is for everybody in your audience. I'm not too sharp and I like to look like I'm sharp to people. And so before I go to parties, I'll go to either the bookstore or to the library and to the children's section. And I'll read like 10, 32-page picture biographies of famous people so that, you know, I can, oh, Elon Musk, did you know this about him? Well, I got it from a picture book. But you know, I've raised like, wow, he knows all these amazing things. I don't know why it is, as we get older, they take the pictures out of the books, I'm like, oh, I like picture books they're a lot easier to read. And you don't have to be judged. But I used to tutor athletes that were they had earned scholarships to universities, but they were, you know, academically ineligible. So I had one gentleman, and he had a full-ride scholarship, he was going to be a defensive lineman, who's six foot, nine inches tall, 325 pounds, he had a full ride, but he was the 12th grader reading at a first grade level. And so they gave him to me, and they're like, Danny, can you get him up to his sixth grade in six months? And I said, okay, I'll do it. And so I had to get him reading. But he wants, he wants to read this, but he's reading at a first grade level. Well, first grade level books are about like bunny rabbits and puppy dogs. Well, 12th graders don't want to read books about bunny rabbits and puppy dogs. But that was his reading ability at that point. And so what I said is, okay, what we're gonna do is we're going to write a book for a first grade class. But before we write the book, we got to figure out what do first graders like to read. Do you know? He's like, no, and I'm like, okay, so here, we'll start reading all these. You see what I just did. Now he has permission. So when his buddies see him reading first grade level books, now he has permission, because oh, because I'm writing a book for first grade class, you know, and we were able to get him up to a sixth grade level in six months, but it's just figuring out is, this is what every good teacher of anything, does. They figure out where you are, and then they take you to the next level, you know. The problem in most education systems, is we think every kid is at the same level. And I'm like, no, I mean, kids are entering at different levels, they have different interests. You know, having taught young children, I have no idea how men even evolved because you give me a six-year-old boy and a six year old girl and almost to the tee, I can tell you that girl's about three, three levels above that little boy, I mean, boys are nincompoops. They finally catch up eventually, at least most of them do. Some of them, maybe I shouldn't say most, some of them do. But it's fascinating. I just love looking at, well, what turns this kid on to learning? And you know, same thing with adults too. I'm when I'm working with adults I'm like wow, this is what proves effective with this person. I, to me, that's the fun part.Lesley Logan 27:41  Yeah, I know, my mom has a really good time, like coming up with different ways to teach different learning styles, but it makes you go, how can we aren't just letting the girls go in at kindergarten at this age? And why don't we just let the boys come in a year later, like, well, that the product I know, guys, we don't have childcare in this country. Sorry, we'll get it figured out. We'll figure that out. And then we could figure out because it is really funny that we almost hold one age group back and then we expect another, another person to like rise up. It's it's not fair to anyone, no one is actually having a good time. And then the teachers are exhausted. So and then the parents sorry, and then the parents are exhausted. Lesley Logan 28:15  So okay, I have one more topic I wanted to bring up with you because you have so many facets, you mentioned that one of the things you do is help people, like help people take an action like, right, okay. So, we do have a lot of entrepreneurs here who are hoping that people take an action. Also, there's a lot of people here who are hoping that they'll just take an action. So do you have anything for us, like, I'm sure it is a long journey to figuring that out. But like what is like a hot like simple tip to taking action or to getting people to take action?Danny Brassell 28:47  (Inaudible) I use, I'll do two-day seminars with entrepreneurs when we're creating a speech and I have a formula for it. And I'm like, once you learn the formula, you can use it for anything. But here's an action strategy for everybody that I tell them to do is tonight, get a libation of choice a pen and paper and I want you to write down every story that's ever happened in your life. And I don't mean the whole story just mean triggers. So like, the time I locked myself out of the car in front of Costco, the time dad spilled mustard on his tie in that fancy restaurant, and in an hour, you'll probably come up with about three to 400 stories like that. So that's the first part of the exercise. The second part is now you have to associate what's the teaching point here? So you're like, oh, well, this is really a story about loyalty. Oh, this is a story about taking responsibility. Oh, this is a leadership story. And then what you do is put them in folders on your computer. So the next time you have you're asked to speak anywhere and you need like oh, a story on love. Well, here's 20 stories on love I have right here at my disposal. Just a really easy and then, you know, I'll work with some people. They say, well, Danny, nothing's ever happened to me. I'm like, well, whatever. Everybody said, a million stories. But even for that Debbie Downer that has to be negative and say nothing's ever happened to them. Here's the next tip. I get that I'm no I'm I broke my rule. I don't give tips. I give tips to waiters not to people. I'm gonna give you a strategy. So the strategy is, if you look at personal development books, one of the most successful personal development books of all time is Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, in which he includes no personal stories. Every story he includes is based on interviews he did with the millionaires that he interviewed, I mean, you can definitely just based on the 300 guests you've had on your podcast, you could easily create a whole big compendium of all these different stories you've gotten and all the different teaching points. And so if you have if you find you're completely boring, well, then you have to be a student of the world. And I mean, this is why I'm watching things all the time that helped me like, oh, I'm addicted to a show on History Channel called The Food That Built America where they tell you, they show you how different foods came about. I'm like, oh, this is amazing. And so I have stories about that. I watch sports all the time. And my wife's like, why do you love sports? And I'm like, because at any given moment, something extraordinary can happen and they happen all the time when you see like that one act of sportsmanship, you're like, wow, that's really neat story or you see somebody that's hurt and they play a part in it. Wow, that's endurance. And so that's why again, it's, and it's the same thing by listening to this podcast is, oh, I'm learning. I'm learning all the time. I'm hearing you know, you, BJ gave you all these great, I'm like, wow, you learned a lot. And he gave you some stories. But people they don't remember, you know, it was actually Stalin, who said a million dead is a statistic, one dead is a tragedy and he's right about that. It's the way you connect with people is through stories. I think one of the I think it was President Reagan was the very first president of the United States that during his State of the Union address before Congress, instead of talking about health care, which nobody understood, he'd say, yeah, hey, Joe, Joe, Joe, Joe Thompson, get up, stand up. And all of a sudden, this guy in the gallery waves, that's Joe Thompson. He's like, Joe works at the GM plant in Louisville, Kentucky, and Joe got injured on the job a couple of months ago, but he didn't have health insurance and its costs and he can't make his rent he can't, and so now, when we think health care, we think Joe, we've put a face to the problem. And now we're starting to understand it a lot better. This is, you know, into my, my biblical people out there, Jesus was like the greatest salesman ever. That's what he always did. Jesus didn't say, you know, four to five of my apostles have to do this. No, he would always give you absolute actual stories. I mean, that's how we remember things is from stories. And so, again, long answer to your short question, but those are a couple of action items for your audience to take right now.Lesley Logan 32:58  I love that because it's so true. I write I have to write, you know, at least two newsletters per week. And then I have all the social media content that goes out. And I don't care what people say about no one reads the captions. People read my captions. You want to know how I know, because I put an action step in there at the very end and they have to comment and it's always different. It's like drop your favorite color. Do what's your favorite number, whatever. And people do it all the time. I take up all 2200 characters on Instagram guys, they do but I need stories because no one wants to just hear, like, the facts are great, like the facts about why you should move why you should work out, the fact about habits is all fine. But if you don't tell a story, no one's really interested. And then when they when they read the story and they take an action because they I feel like they attach, that story can relate to them in some way. Or that you know, that's what you're saying. So anyways, I love that. Thank you for that one. Lesley Logan 33:49  Okay. You're amazing. You do so many things on this planet. Like love to have you back. I can't wait for Brad to listen to this because he is just really going to love because he's an a, I'm just gonna share this with y'all. He does this gentleman thing once a quarter and all the guys like read actual, like the biggest thick books. One of our friends has an entire library. He's like reading so many books at a time. And they all bring a book to talk about and Brad, it's like their book is like okay, we're gonna bring a book about America. We're gonna bring a book or whatever the theme is. And Brad's like, so I'm listening to this, like, I don't know, you guys. He's talked about so many times. Oops. Anyways, it's something about time and it's about a god, the author died a long time ago. And some other people are writing the books. There's like 15 in the series, and he's starting them all over, and he listens to them. And he loves to listen to a book because he can listen to it while he's walking the dog. He can listen to it in bed, like right before he goes to bed. And so I just really think he's gonna love that you said we can listen to the books. He doesn't have to read them. Danny Brassell 34:43  Awesome. Lesley Logan 34:45  So, thank you. Okay, we'll take a brief break, find out where people can find you, follow you, work with you, hear more of your stories.Lesley Logan 34:51  All right, Danny, where do you hang out? Where can people stalk you in a good way?Danny Brassell 34:56  Well as a thank you for you and your audience bearing with me, I wanted to give everybody a couple of freebies. So if you go to freegiftfromdanny.com again, freegiftfromdanny.com, I'm gonna give everybody a complimentary e-copy of my book, Read, Lead & Succeed. This is a book I wrote for a school principal who was trying to keep his faculty and staff positively engaged. So I said, okay, I'll write you a book. So every week I'll give you a concept, I'll give you an inspirational quote, an inspirational story, a book recommendation on a book you should read, but you're probably too lazy because you're an adult. So I also give you a children's picture book recommendation that demonstrates the same concept, you can read that in five minutes. I'm also gonna give everybody access to a five-day reading challenge I did online last summer for about 700 parents around the world, where every day for an hour for five consecutive days, I give you basic, basic strategies. These are the space the basis of my reading program online, where I show you how to get your kids to read more, read better, most importantly, to love reading. Again, you get those at freegiftfromdanny.com. And I just really want to thank you, Lesley, for having me today. You're making a positive difference. Every day everybody has a choice, you know, was what it was either Socrates or read in The Shawshank Redemption who says you can get busy living or you can get busy dying so everybody out there, get busy living and celebrate. Thank you, Lesley, for all that you do.Lesley Logan 36:25  Oh my goodness, thank you so much. Hilarious that you quoted Shawshank Redemption. My girlfriend and I in college had one DVD for about three months and it was the Shawshank Redemption watched it every day. (Inaudible) What are you gonna do? Anyways, before I let you go, you've given us so many amazing strategies. But we like to end the episode with a Be It Action Item. So bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted steps people can take to be it till they see it. What do you have for us today?Danny Brassell 36:56  Well, you know, I was telling you to get those 20 minutes a day reading every single day, whether you're a kid or an adult and people that they'll often tell me well I have nothing to read at home I'm like oh, but you do. President Bush Senior over 30 years ago signed a very important law in this country. It says every single television set sold in America has to have closed captioning. So here's the quick strategy. Turn on the closed captioning. People say well, wait a sec. If this shows in English, and the subtitles are in English, what does that do? I'm like, well, that's a fair point. But let me make this point. Have you ever watched a show with subtitles and not looked at the subtitles? It's very difficult to do. Your brain is directed towards the text. There's actual research that supports this. If you look at reading scores around the world, the more kids watch TV, the lower their reading scores are in every single country on the planet except for one. The country with the highest reading scores on the planet also watches the most TV on the planet. It's Finland. And people always say well, how can that be? I'm like, well, because Finland makes really bad TV shows. And so what they have to do is they import all these old American sitcoms like Happy Days and Gilligan's Island and Brady Bunch, they subtitle them in Finnish the kids are constantly reading. So this isn't just for kids. This is for adults as well. But you know, turn on the subtitles, you'll be amazed at how it will help progress and advance your reading.Lesley Logan 38:17  Oh my gosh, blown away. Never have had that as an action item. Love it also had to do it on a flight recently because I could not hear the show. So I put the subtitles on. And I was like, I am not even watching the show. I'm just reading this. Well, then, you know, I did two hours of reading that day. Wonderful. Danny, thank you so much. This has been so wonderful. Just a joy. I love what you're doing on this planet. You're making amazing things. You'll have to let us know when we can get this, this social media thing for kids to the U.S. and also what other countries my listeners are in those ones. If you have kids and you're there, guess what? There's something for you. So y'all take a look at the links below. Make sure you check out Danny's freebies. They're all in the show notes. And until next time, Be It Till You See It. Lesley Logan 39:03  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Lesley Logan 39:30  Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. If you want to leave us a message or a question that we might read on another episode, you can text us at +1-310-905-5534 or send a DM on Instagram @Be It Pod. Brad Crowell 39:45  It's written, filmed, and recorded by your host, Lesley Logan, and me, Brad Crowell. Lesley Logan 39:50  It is transcribed, produced and edited by the epic team at Disenyo.co. Brad Crowell 39:54  Our theme music is by Ali at Apex Production Music and our branding by designer and artist Gianfranco Cioffi. Lesley Logan 40:01  Special thanks to Melissa Solomon for creating our visuals. Brad Crowell 40:05  Also to Angelina Herico for adding all of our content to our website. 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The controllables are a big thing that people stress over. Focus less on the things that you have zero control over.Today's featured author is a coach, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and tennis lover, Jeff Butorac. Jeff and I had a fun on a bun chat about his podcast, “Inner Rival: Silencing the Negativity Within”, the importance of adapting coaching methods to individual needs, the importance of curiosity, and more!! Key Things You'll Learn:What lessons learned from his time in the NCAA as a coach transferred to his current business as a speakerHow he overcame his challenges with perfectionism and anxietyThe biggest lesson learned from coaching others that made him a better mental game coach Jeff's Site: https://www.inner-rival.com/Jeff's Book: https://a.co/d/7SXaYny The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You Might Also Like… Ep. 751 – Do Something Hard & Be Happier with Joe De Sena (@realJoeDeSena): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-751-do-something-hard-like-a-spartan-and-be-happier-with-joe-de-sena-realjoedesena/ 191 - "Walk-On Warrior" with John Willkom (@JohnWillkom): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/191-walk-on-warrior-with-john-willkom-johnwillkom-1/ 186 - "The Success Chronicles" with Chip Baker: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/186-the-success-chronicles-with-chip-baker/ 287 – “This Is Good” with Tami Matheny (@R2LCoaching): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/287-this-is-good-with-tami-matheny-r2lcoaching/ Ep. 465 – “Secondary Break” with Marvin Williams Sr.: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-465-secondary-break-with-marvin-williams-sr-1/ Ep. 356 – “The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness” with Thomas R. Williams (@MrTRWilliams): https://www.podpage.com/going-north-podcast/ep-356-the-relentless-pursuit-of-greatness-with-thomas-r-williams-mrtrwilliams Ep. 587 – “Cadence” with Leanne Spencer: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-587-cadence-with-leanne-spencer/ Ep. 424 – “Thoughtfully Fit” with Darcy Luoma (@DarcyLuoma): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-424-thoughtfully-fit-with-darcy-luoma-darcyluoma/ Ep. 314 – “Get Out the Door” with David Hollingsworth, MBA (@holliworks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-314-get-out-the-door-with-david-hollingsworth-mba-holliworks/ Ep. 717 – “No Fear In The Arena” with John Willkom (@JohnWillkom): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-717-no-fear-in-the-arena-with-john-willkom-johnwillkom/ 237 – “The Gift of Struggle” with Bobby Herrera (@BobbyHerreraPG): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/237-the-gift-of-struggle-with-bobby-herrera-bobbyherrerapg/ Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/ 288.5 (Host 2 Host Bonus) – “Choose the Right Mountain; Climb Faster!” with David Wood (@_playforreal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/DavidWood2/ #Bonus Ep. – “Structure Creates Freedom” with Brad A. Milford (@BAMilford): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-structure-creates-freedom-with-brad-a-milford-bamilford/

"We are sending an image of ourselves through our words." - Erin LebacqzToday's featured author is international educator, communication expert, and speaker, Erin Lebacqz. Erin and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book “High-Value Writing: Real Strategies for Real-World Writing”, the importance of emotional intelligence in writing, strategies to build confidence in your writing, and tons more to elevate your communication game!! Key Things You'll Learn:How writing can affect our personal and professional relationshipsThe challenges of transitioning from academic to workplace writingHow to make your email messages more receivableWhy AI tools are not the holy grail of writing effectivelyWhat major setback actually was a setup for Erin's success Erin's Site: https://www.highvaluewriting.com/Erin's Book: https://a.co/d/aTN7KeHErin's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HighValueWritingUnlock the Secret to Writing Like a Boss! Let Confidence Shine through Your Writing: https://youtu.be/toPuT2hsm6M?si=eHCZD_x1JWkHUVnZ The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You Might Also Like… 172 - "Write to Influence" with Carla Bass (@CarlaDBassWrite): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/172-write-to-influence-with-carla-bass-carladbasswrite/ 155 - "Start Your Own Freelance Writing Business" with Laura Pennington Briggs (@sixfigurewriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/155-start-your-own-freelance-writing-business-with-laura-pennington-briggs-sixfigurewriter-1/ 158 - "Faster, fewer, Better Emails" with Dianna Booher (@diannabooher): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/158-faster-fewer-better-emails-with-dianna-booher-diannabooher/ Ep. 583 – “How to Be the Face of Your Business” with Tonya Eberhart (@brandfacestar): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-583-how-to-be-the-face-of-your-business-with-tonya-eberhart-brandfacestar/ Ep. 311 – “Works of Urban Mythopoeia” with Cat Rambo (@Catrambo): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-311-works-of-urban-mythopoeia-with-cat-rambo-catrambo/ Ep. 775 – From Blogging Mom to Award-Winning #KidLit Author with Caroline Fernandez (@ParentClub): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-775-from-blogging-mom-to-award-winning-kidlit-author-with-caroline-fernandez-parentclub/ 83 - From Teacher to 6-Figure Freelance Writer (@nathansegal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/83-from-teacher-to-6-figure-freelance-writer-nathansegal/ Ep. 384 – “Steal Your Skills From Corporate” with Katrina Roddy (@KRoddy65): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-384-steal-your/ 216 – “The Write Way” with Amy Collins (@askamycollins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/216-the-write-way-with-amy-collins-askamycollins/ Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/ Ep. 752 – The Speaker's Edge with Ken Lizotte (@kenlizotte): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-752-the-speakers-edge-with-ken-lizotte-kenlizotte/ Ep. 764 – The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace with Dr. Paul White (@drpaulwhite): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-764-the-5-languages-of-appreciation-in-the-workplace-with-dr-paul-white-drpaulwhite/ Ep. 602 – “How to Unlock Your Creative Potential” with Robin Landa (@rlanda): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-602-how-to-unlock-your-creative-potential-with-robin-landa-rlanda/

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Kyle Turner is a pharmacist and clinical faculty member at the University of Utah where he researches and teaches courses in leadership. He spends much of his time as a consultant and trainer in leadership development for Intend Health Strategies, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing leadership team dynamics in health care settings. Kyle is currently serving as a counselor in a bishopric and has served previously as a stake Sunday School president, branch presidency counselor, in a ward Young Men presidency and Sunday School presidency, and as ward clerk. He and his wife Katelyn have three children. Links Teaching Through Better Stories in Sacrament Meeting Talks & Lessons | An Interview with Matthew Dicks Intend Health Strategies Contact Kyle There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts HERE. Watch on YouTube Transcript coming soon Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights Coming soon The Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Anthony Sweat, John Hilton III, Barbara Morgan Gardner, Blair Hodges, Whitney Johnson, Ryan Gottfredson, Greg McKeown, Ganel-Lyn Condie, Michael Goodman, Wendy Ulrich, Richard Ostler, and many more in over 600 episodes. Discover podcasts, articles, virtual conferences, and live events related to callings such as the bishopric, Relief Society, elders quorum, Primary, youth leadership, stake leadership, ward mission, ward council, young adults, ministering, and teaching.

“It's important for kids to see themselves in books they read.” – Tonya Duncan EllisToday's featured award-winning bestselling author is mom, wife, freelance writer, speaker, and diversity advocate, Tonya Duncan Ellis. Tonya and I had a chat about her books, her commitment to children's literature, the importance of learning about history, and more!! Key Things You'll Learn:The major reason for Tonya selling over 150,000 booksHow she balances book writing and motherhoodThree mistakes to avoid as an author when promoting your book(s)Tonya's biggest setback that led her to more success Tonya's Site: https://tonyaduncanellis.com/Tonya's Books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084GKH6BC?binding=hardcover&ref=dbs_m_mng_rwt_sft_thcv_tpbk The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You Might Also Like… Ep. 582 – “Shaping the World Through Great Stories for All Ages” with Natasha Deen (@natasha_deen): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-582-shaping-the-world-through-great-stories-for-all-ages-with-natasha-deen-natasha_deen/ Ep. 487 – “Black Indian” with Shonda Buchanan (@shondabuchanan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-487-black-indian-with-shonda-buchanan-shondabuchanan/ #Holiday Bonus Ep. – “Read Until You Understand” with Dr. Farah Griffin (@FJasmineG): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-read-until-you-understand-with-dr-farah-griffin-fjasmineg/ Ep. 313 – “Ask Uncle Neil” with Neil Thompson (@teachthegeek): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-313-ask-uncle-neil-with-neil-thompson-teachthegeek/ Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/ Ep. 586 – “Flipping Bad Situations into Joyful Children's Books” with Violet Lemay (@violetlemay): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-586-flipping-bad-situations-into-joyful-childrens-books-with-violet-lemay-violetlemay/ Ep. 559 - "Picky Patrick" With Eleni Fuiaxis (@EleniFuiaxis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-559-picky-patrick-with-eleni-fuiaxis-elenifuiaxis/ Ep. 344.5 – “Poohlicious” with Mary Elizabeth Jackson (@Mary_E_Jackson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3445-poohlicious-with-mary-elizabeth-jackson-mary_e_jackson/ 224 – “A Ride to Remember” with Amy Nathan (@AmyNathanBooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/224-a-ride-to-remember-with-amy-nathan-amynathanbooks/ Ep. 342.5 – “The Little Bear in a Boat” with Takelia Hammett: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3425-the-little-bear-in-a-boat-with-takelia-hammett/ 150 - "Princess Monroe and Her Happily Ever After" with Jody Vallee Smith: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/150-princess-monroe-and-her-happily-ever-after-with-jody-vallee-smith/ 11 - "VICTORIOUS!: Defeating Bullies and Giants God's Way" with Darnnell Reese (@Victorious_wGOD): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/11-victorious-defeating-bullies-and-giants-gods-way-with-darnnell-reese-victorious_wgod/ Ep. 664 – “The Power of Thought” with Lynn McLaughlin, MEd, BEd, BA (@lynnmcla): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-664-the-power-of-thought-with-lynn-mclaughlin-med-bed-ba-lynnmcla/ Ep. 592 – “There Is A Rainbow In Everyone” with Zsata Williams-Spinks (@zsata): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-592-there-is-a-rainbow-in-everyone-with-zsata-williams-spinks-zsata/

About Danny Brassell A former inner-city teacher, I am on a mission to bring joy back into education and the workplace by transforming struggling and reluctant readers into more passionate and proficient readers. I show audiences how to make reading a life-long habit. My most recent book is entitled "Leadership Begins with Motivation," which lends itself to plenty of anecdotes for audiences. Additionally, I coach business owners, entrepreneurs and executives how to increase their income, freedom and impact by creating engaging presentations. And, finally, among the many hats I wear, I am the North American CEO of Cybersmarties, a social media training platform for kids ages 5-12 that teaches them how to use social media in a safe, positive way. http://freegiftfromdanny.com/ https://www.facebook.com/dannybrassell https://www.instagram.com/realdannybrassell/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ About Hillary Glaser Marketing may be my day job but there's so much more to me and how I work with my clients. I act as their therapist, their coach and #1 cheerleader, and their CMO as I help them navigate getting their business found online. But, my own path to marketing wasn't the traditional "I went to business school" path. In truth, it was a winding road of reinventing yourself that got me to where I am today. https://www.ellienjojo.co/ https://www.facebook.com/EllieNJojo/ https://www.instagram.com/mrshillyg/ ---------------------------------------------------------------- When It Worked Podcast https://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast 00:00:00 Hosts Julian Leahy, Danny Brassell, Hilary Glaser 00:00:21 USA Landmarks Statue Of Liberty 00:00:58 USA Landmarks For 300 00:02:00 USA Landmarks Independence Hall, John Hancock, Constitution, Constitution 00:03:18 German Phrase Said After Sneeze 00:04:06 What Is A Car Bonnet In The Uk 00:04:42 Lakes And Rivers 200 00:05:44 Worlds Largest Lake, Notorious Figures, 400 Points 00:08:24 Serial Killer Ted Bundy, James Bond 00:09:46 Hillary Clinton 500 Guesses, Danny Guesses 00:10:03 Informal Greeting In Australia 00:11:00 How Many Dalmations Plus Dwarves 00:11:46 Gotcha Two Wrongs 00:12:29 Dog Breeds German Shepherd, Beagle, Gasset 00:15:01 Worlds Top Reading And Cyberbullying Prevention Strategies 00:16:40 US Law Requires Tv Captioning For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing 00:18:04 Reading Aloud To Dyslexics Benefits Comprehension 00:19:45 Complimentary Ecopy Of Book, Read, Lead, And Succeed 00:19:57 Motivational Book Recommendations, Reading Strategies, Social Media Followup 00:21:28 Danny Brassell Offers Free Reading Challenge 00:21:44 Hillary Glaser From Top To Top, Ellie Jojo 00:22:10 Ellie & Jojo Helps Small Businesses Get Found On The Internet 00:23:00 Working With Small Businesses, Big Players 00:24:03 Work With Therapists Niche Not Intentional 00:24:31 Challenges For Therapists Private Pay, Marketing 00:26:01 Content Marketing's Importance But Seo Is Key 00:26:45 Content Marketing With Ai Vs Manual Labor 00:28:13 Website Visitors Receive 30 Minute Consultation 00:29:15 Thank You, Julian And Danny 00:29:31 Hope To See Hillary Again

If you missed episode #177 with Erinn Singman Kaine, here is a bonus recap with Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton.Key Highlights:

Welcome to another episode of "15-Minute Mondays" where I explore the power of emotional intelligence in leadership. Join me on a journey of self-discovery and growth as I delve into the key components of emotional intelligence and how they can shape you into an exceptional leader. Discover how understanding yourself, regulating your emotions, and connecting with others can unlock your leadership potential. Get ready to inspire, motivate, and lead with empathy, clarity, and vision. Your success begins within!Key Takeaway Points:Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the key to effective leadership, helping you connect with others and unlock your growth potential.Start by knowing yourself through self-awareness, recognizing your strengths, growth areas, and core values.Self-management involves regulating your emotions effectively, staying in control, and building resilience.Social awareness means understanding others' perspectives, practicing empathy, and focusing on positive connections.Relationship management is about building strong bonds, listening actively, showing empathy, and resolving conflicts constructively.Making emotionally intelligent decisions involves tapping into your emotions, considering logical implications, and finding the balance between heart and mind.Developing EQ in challenging situations requires staying positive, focusing on what you can control, seeking support, taking breaks, and maintaining perspective.Implement EQ techniques in your daily life through morning reflection, active listening, resilience-building, and continuous self-reflection.I apologize for going over our usual 15-minute timeframe, but I believe the insights shared today are worth the extra time. Your journey to becoming an emotionally intelligent leader is a lifelong process, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Stay tuned for more inspiring content!Contact me for more:daniel@mindsworx.comInstagram:Mindworx_CoachingSupport the Show.Contact me:Daniel@mindsworx.comwww.mindworx.bizInstagram: @Mindworx_Coaching

Episode #329: Welcome to the Let's Go Win Podcast with your host, JM Ryerson! In this captivating episode, JM Ryerson sits down with the brilliant Dr. Danny Brassell to explore the power of effective leadership through the lens of reading, storytelling, and stump speeches.Discover why successful leaders are avid readers as Dr. Danny Brassell unravels the transformative impact of books on leadership skills. From timeless classics to modern masterpieces, you'll gain insights on how reading fuels creativity, fosters critical thinking, and nurtures a growth mindset in leaders.Join in on the laughter and wisdom as Dr. Danny highlights the importance of storytelling in leadership. Learn how compelling narratives have the potential to inspire, motivate, and connect with teams, clients, and communities on a deeper level, propelling leaders toward unparalleled success.In this episode, Dr. Danny demystifies the concept of a "stump speech" and reveals why it's a crucial tool in a leader's arsenal. Uncover the art of crafting and delivering powerful stump speeches that leave a lasting impact, whether it's rallying support, conveying a vision, or igniting a movement.Get ready for an enriching conversation that will not only entertain you but also leave you equipped with valuable leadership principles. Tune in to the Let's Go Win Podcast with JM Ryerson and Dr. Danny Brassell, and embark on a journey of laughter, learning, and leadership empowerment.Don't miss out on this engaging episode; subscribe now and Let's Go Win together!Bio:A highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 16 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He helps entrepreneurs, executives and small business owners boost their business and impact by improving their communication skills.Contact Danny:Website: https://dannybrassell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dannybrassellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassellInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdannybrassellYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dannybrassell

Guests: Dr. Shannon Cole and Dr. Clarence Williams   Just a quick celebration - this is our 100th episode of The Journey - thanks for listening and for all those who made this podcast possible!!! And, reminder that you can listen, subscribe and rate the podcast!   Dr. Cole is an individual who loves the Lord, loves learning…and loves life! While serving as Head of School for the PCA Plano campus, she will continue working with her curriculum team that serves as an umbrella for all learning at both campuses.   Dr. Williams is an individual of highest integrity and competency as an educational leader - an “awesome administrator and a man of integrity.” He is also a man of faithful prayer and devotion to the Lord.   The Journey PCA Parent Podcast Feedback - if you would like to share your thoughts on past and recommendations for future podcasts, please check out this form - or to leave some parent feedback that administration will consider.   Civility Clause - parents, there is a new process being implemented to help further Kingdom-minded communication between parents and PCA faculty and administration. The desire is to make sure that not only are issues and situations aired and addressed, but also that all communications are conducted in a Christ-centered manner, treating others as you desire to be treated, honoring another in brotherly love.   MAP - Measure of Academic Progress. PCA utilizes the MAP testing at several times and stages during the year to make adjustments to the material they are teaching to ensure the greatest competency of their students. MAP scores are sent to parents for their evaluation as well.   Dr. Cole - PCA last year had 4 National Merit Scholars, which is significantly higher as a percentage of student population as compared to other schools in the area, both private and public. And PCA students scored at least a 3 on AP tests given at a rate of over 90%, which is very high.   Dr. Williams - we're not just preparing students to get into college, we're preparing students to be successful once they get there. And we have missed the mark at PCA if we're only preparing students academically; that's why Bible is a core content and a subject for PCA students. We are preparing students to be successful in life, and you can't do that outside of a relationship with Jesus Christ and knowing His Word for your life!   PCA North is celebrating their 10th year! Starting with 52 students, PCA North now has over 600 students and just had their first graduating class in 2023!   Faculty Senate Council and a student-led council to offer feedback are things coming soon! Special shout out to Jared Wood for allowing us to use his music - check him out at JaredWoodMusic!

“If you're having a bad day, just have a great conversation. It costs nothing and anyone can do it." - Robin DreekeToday's featured bestselling bookcaster is father, husband, professional speaker, trainer, facilitator, and retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, Robin Dreeke. Robin and I had a fun chat about his books, the importance of meaningful conversations, humility as a leader, and tons more!!! Key Things You'll Learn:How Robin went from US Marine to an FBI Master Spy RecruiterThe power of combining stoicism and empathyHow you never know how you impact people3 major lessons learned from running his podcast Robin's Site: https://www.peopleformula.com/Robin's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0041C169C/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=b6f25f31-d77e-45d7-af90-2f70f6e347ca&store_ref=ap_rdr&ref_=ap_rdrRobin's Podcast, “Forged By Trust”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1610396982?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1&at=1010l38Ld&ct=listennotes The opening track is titled “I Feel It” by Bosnow from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/bosnow/i-feel-itLicense code: OLUCPMP4LR8AQ2XC Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… Ep. 628 – “Inside the Secret World of Corporate Spying” with Robert Kerbeck (@robertkerbeck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-628-inside-the-secret-world-of-corporate-spying-with-robert-kerbeck-robertkerbeck/ Ep. 671 – “The Last Ark” with Guy Morris (@guymorrisbooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-671-the-last-ark-with-guy-morris-guymorrisbooks/ Ep. 631 – “Enigma Tracer” with Charles Breakfield, MBA (@EnigmaSeries): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-631-enigma-tracer-with-charles-breakfield-mba-enigmaseries/ Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/ Ep. 632 – “The Career Toolkit” with Mark Herschberg (@CareerToolkitBk): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-632-the-career-toolkit-with-mark-herschberg-careertoolkitbk/ Ep. 623 - "The Day One Executive" With April Armstrong (@ahaconsult): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-623-the-day-one-executive-with-april-armstrong-ahaconsult/ #Bonus Host2Host Ep.– “Unleashing the Power of Respect” with Dr. Joseph Shrand (@Drjoeshrand): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-host2host-ep-unleashing-the-power-of-respect-with-dr-joseph-shrand-drjoeshrand/ Ep. 697 – “The 7-Figure Life” with Dr. Noah St. John (@noahstjohn): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-697-the-7-figure-life-with-dr-noah-st-john-noahstjohn/ Ep. 669 – “Save Your Asks” with Chris Tuff (@christuff): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-669-save-your-asks-with-chris-tuff-christuff/ Ep. 540 – “How to Work a Room” with Susan RoAne (@susanroane): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-540-how-to-work-a-room-with-susan-roane-susanroane/ #Bonus Ep. – “Superbold” with Fred Joyal (@fredjoyal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-superbold-with-fred-joyal-fredjoyal/ Ep. 411 – “Name That Mouse” with David Wood (@_focusceo): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-411-name-that-mouse-with-david-wood-_focusceo/ #HolidayBonus Ep. – “Fireproof” with David Hollenbach III (@HollenbachLEAD): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holidaybonus-ep-fireproof-with-david-hollenbach-iii-hollenbachlead/Ep. 585 – “Ceasefire” with Chip Nightingale (@chipnightingale): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-585-ceasefire-with-chip-nightingale-chipnightingale/

“Figure out what your passion is and live that passion. Your passions will change but embrace them. ” – Scott WhiteToday's featured bestselling author is motivational speaker, husband, Chairman and CEO of Invesque, Scott White. Scott and I had a chat about his book, “The Life Is Too Short Guy: Strategies to Make Every Day the Best Day Ever”, the intersection between urgency and happiness, and more! Key Things You'll Learn:How to be deliberate and proactive in how you spend your timeScott's wake-up call that served as a wake-up call about the brevity of lifeThe principle of urgency and reframing fear as opportunities to try something new Scott's Site: https://www.lifeistooshortguy.com/Scott's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Too-Short-Guy-Strategies/dp/B0BR231TH1/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1672793178&sr=1-1 The opening track is titled “I Feel It” by Bosnow from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/bosnow/i-feel-itLicense code: OLUCPMP4LR8AQ2XC Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… Ep. 508 – “Great Things Happen Every Day” with Phil Barth (@pjbarth): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-508-great-things-happen-every-day-with-phil-barth-pjbarth/ Ep. 697 – “The 7-Figure Life” with Dr. Noah St. John (@noahstjohn): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-697-the-7-figure-life-with-dr-noah-st-john-noahstjohn/ Ep. 450 – “From Orphan to Self-Made Millionaire” with Andre Henry (@DreamAgain_TL): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-450-from-orphan-to-self-made-millionaire-with-andre-henry-dreamagain_tl/ Ep. 600 – “Equanimity” with Simon Leslie (@simonleslie21): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-600-equanimity-with-simon-leslie-simonleslie21/ Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/ #Host2Host Bonus Ep. – “Rise & Go” with Cory Carlson (@carlsoncory): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/host2host-bonus-ep-rise-go-with-cory-carlson-carlsoncory/ Ep. 435 – “Breaking the Code” with Rusty Gailliard (@RustyGaillard): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-435-breaking-the-code-with-rusty-gailliard-rustygaillard/ Ep. 687 – “How to Hack Your Head Trash & Get Results” with Blaine Oelkers: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-687-how-to-hack-your-head-trash-get-results-with-blaine-oelkers/ Ep. 662 – “The Thinking, Behavior, and Skills of Great Leaders” with Jay Williams (@jaywilliamsco): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-662-the-thinking-behavior-and-skills-of-great-leaders-with-jay-williams-jaywilliamsco/ #Host2Host Bonus Ep. – “Living A Fantastic Life Without Alcohol” with Dr. Stephan Neff: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/host2host-bonus-ep-living-a-fantastic-life-without-alcohol-with-dr-stephan-neff/ #Bonus Ep. – “Superbold” with Fred Joyal (@fredjoyal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-superbold-with-fred-joyal-fredjoyal/ Ep. 621 – “F*cked To Focused” with Donnie Boivin (@DonnieBoivin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-621-fcked-to-focused-with-donnie-boivin-donnieboivin/ Ep. 545 – “The Maestro Monologue” with Rob White (@RobWhiteMedia): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-545-the-maestro-monologue-with-rob-white-robwhitemedia/ Ep. 521 – “Master Secrets To Business Success & Personal Fulfilment” with Barry Nicolaou (@BarryNicolaou): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-521-master-secrets-to-business-success-personal-fulfilment-with-barry-nicolaou-barrynicolaou/

"Your podcast is a recipe, it's not a statue. You can change it later." – Dave JacksonToday's featured author is keynote speaker, corporate trainer, podcast consultant, and Hall of Fame Podcast Host, Dave Jackson. Dave and I have a fun chat about his book, “Profit from Your Podcast: Proven Strategies to Turn Listeners into a Livelihood”, rebounding from obstacles to generate success, and more!!! Key Things You'll Learn:How Dave got into podcasting and turned it into a livelihoodThe test that podcasters need to pass when naming their showWhy podcast hosts should do both interviews and solo episodesWhat setback set Dave up for successThe process behind publishing his latest book Dave's Site: https://schoolofpodcasting.com/Dave's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Profit-Your-Podcast-Strategies-Livelihood/dp/1621537722Dave's Podcast, “School of Podcasting - Plan, Launch, Grow and Montize Your Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/school-of-podcasting-plan-launch-grow-and-montize/id83653087?uo=4 The opening track is titled “I Feel It” by Bosnow from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/bosnow/i-feel-itLicense code: OLUCPMP4LR8AQ2XC Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… 270 – "Forever Employable" with Jeff Gothelf (@jboogie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/270-forever-employable-with-jeff-gothelf-jboogie/ Ep. 387 – “How to Demolish Imposter Syndrome & Create an Online Course” with Mark Kumar (@mark2kumar): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-387-how-to/ Ep. 333 – “How to Grow Your Social Media Influence” with Catherine Saykaly-Stevens (@CatherineNetWeb): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-333-how-to-grow-your-social-media-influence-with-catherine-saykaly-stevens-catherinenetweb/ 185 - "Ultralearning" with Scott H. Young (@ScottHYoung): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/185-ultralearning-with-scott-h-young-scotthyoung/ Ep. 384 – “Steal Your Skills From Corporate” with Katrina Roddy (@KRoddy65): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-384-steal-your/ 155 - "Start Your Own Freelance Writing Business" with Laura Pennington Briggs (@sixfigurewriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/155-start-your-own-freelance-writing-business-with-laura-pennington-briggs-sixfigurewriter/ Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/ Ep. 412 – “Why Boomer, Xer, Millennial and Gen Z Labels Need Reimagined” with Dr. Rick Chromey (@MyGenTech2020): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-412-why-boomer-xer-millennial-and-gen-z-labels-need-reimagined-with-dr-rick-chromey-mygentech2020/ Ep. 348 – “Bring Inner Greatness Out” with Dr. Mansur Hasib, CISSP, PMP, CPHIMS (@mhasib): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-348-bring-inner-greatness-out-with-dr-mansur-hasib-cissp-pmp-cphims-mhasib/ Ep. 602 – “How to Unlock Your Creative Potential” with Robin Landa (@rlanda): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-602-how-to-unlock-your-creative-potential-with-robin-landa-rlanda/ 288.5 (Host 2 Host Bonus) – “Choose the Right Mountain; Climb Faster!” with David Wood (@_playforreal): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/DavidWood2/ Ep. 689 – “There Are (No) Stupid Questions . . . in Science” with Leah Elson (@gnarlybygnature): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-689-there-are-no-stupid-questions-in-science-with-leah-elson-gnarlybygnature/ 168 - "Spiral" with Amy Simpkins (@amylsimpkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/168-spiral-with-amy-simpkins-amylsimpkins/ Ep. 671 – “The Last Ark” with Guy Morris (@guymorrisbooks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-671-the-last-ark-with-guy-morris-guymorrisbooks/

"The quality of your life is going to be determined by the quality of questions that you ask." - Dr. Zayd Abdul-KarimToday's featured #1 Amazon Best Selling Author is inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, business consultant, and President of Universal Self-Leadership Institute Inc., Dr. Zayd Abdul-Karim aka Dr. Z. Dr. Z and I had a fun chat about his books, developing an unshakable mindset for personal growth, and tons more!!! Key Things You'll Learn:The biggest lesson learned from his coaching clients that made him a better coachThe most important question that helps you gain clarity to advance in lifeThe role of beliefs and mindset in achieving lasting resultsThe Importance of soul work Dr. Z's Site: https://www.universalselfleadership.com/Dr. Z's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001K7XH66/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=b8fae28e-2d58-46ae-8080-9216b8fe1cff&store_ref=ap_rdr&ref_=ap_rdr The opening track is titled “Check It Out” by Mountaineer from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-outLicense code: AR6DFPGVXQ9Q1SSY Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… Ep. 306 – “Be The SPARK” with Simon T. Bailey (@SimonTBailey): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-306-be-the-spark-with-simon-t-bailey-simontbailey/ Ep. 316 – “Ubuntu Leadership” with Dr. LaMarr Darnell Shields (@LaMarrDShields): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-316-ubuntu-leadership-with-dr-lamarr-darnell-shields-lamarrdshields/ #Holiday Bonus Ep. – “Read Until You Understand” with Dr. Farah Griffin (@FJasmineG): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-read-until-you-understand-with-dr-farah-griffin-fjasmineg/ Ep. 682 – “Leadership Begins with Motivation” with Dr. Danny Brassell (@DannyBrassell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-682-leadership-begins-with-motivation-with-dr-danny-brassell-dannybrassell/ #Bonus Host2Host Ep.– “Unleashing the Power of Respect” with Dr. Joseph Shrand (@Drjoeshrand): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-host2host-ep-unleashing-the-power-of-respect-with-dr-joseph-shrand-drjoeshrand/ Ep. 302 – “A Black First” with Peter E. Carter: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/302-a-black-first-with-peter-e-carter/ Ep. 511 – “Slave No More” with Paul Henderson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-511-slave-no-more-with-paul-henderson/ 166 - "Inmate 458627" with Rashad "Bowtie" Mills (@RashadMills629): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/166-inmate-458627-with-rashad-bowtie-mills-rashadmills629/ Ep. 528 – “From the Water's Edge” with Shundrey Patterson (@ShunPwrites): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-528-from-the-waters-edge-with-shundrey-patterson-shunpwrites/ Ep. 487 – “Black Indian” with Shonda Buchanan (@shondabuchanan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-487-black-indian-with-shonda-buchanan-shondabuchanan/ 282 – “What's So Hard About Being You” with Sir Charles Cary (@SirCharlesCary): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/282-whats-so-hard-about-being-you-with-sir-charles-cary-sircharlescary/ Ep. 356 – “The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness” with Thomas R. Williams (@MrTRWilliams): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-356-the-relentless-pursuit-of-greatness-with-thomas-r-williams-mrtrwilliams/ Ep. 364 – “7 Deadly Thoughts” with Pastor Travis Hall (@PastorTHall): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-364-7-deadly-thoughts-with-pastor-travis-hall-pastorthall/ Ep. 691 – “How to Spark Your Heart and Ignite Your Life” with Hilary DeCesare (@HilaryDeCesare): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-691-how-to-spark-your-heart-and-ignite-your-life-with-hilary-decesare-hilarydecesare/

Join Jeff on this inspiring episode as he delves into the world of education, motivation, and leadership with Dr. Danny Brassell. As a former inner-city teacher, Danny is on a mission to revolutionize education and the workplace by rekindling the joy of reading and empowering individuals to become passionate and proficient readers. With his extensive experience and contagious enthusiasm, he shares invaluable insights on transforming struggling and reluctant readers into lifelong learners.Dr. Danny Brassell is no stranger to the stage, captivating audiences worldwide as a highly sought-after speaker, trainer, and coach. Often referred to as "Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.," Danny brings his unique blend of humor, expertise, and relatability to engage and motivate listeners. With over 3,500 speaking engagements under his belt, he shares anecdotes and lessons from his latest book, "Leadership Begins with Motivation," offering practical tips and strategies for effective leadership and personal growth.Tune in and be inspired by Danny's passion for education, his transformative strategies for reading, and his empowering approach to leadership. Get ready to ignite your own motivation and unlock your potential for lifelong learning and success.

Affectionately known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell  (www.DannyBrassell.com) has held a variety of titles and worked with leaders from a variety of fields and disciplines, but he has always considered himself first and foremost a teacher. He is a best-selling author of 16 books, including Leadership Begins with Motivation and The Reading Makeover, based on his popular TEDx talk. For the past 25 years he has also been a lecturer and professor at a number of universities, including his current position as a faculty advisor for the CalStateTEACH program and distinguished visiting professor at the American University of Cairo.   A gregarious, sought-after author, speaker, accountability coach and business consultant, Danny is a recognized authority on leadership development, reading, motivation, and communication skills and the co-creator of www.theREADINGhabit.com, the world's top reading engagement program. His mission is to bring joy back into education and the workplace. Thousands, from school districts to businesses to association conferences, have enjoyed his energetic, interactive and informative presentations. He has spoken to over 3,500 different  audiences worldwide.   He helps entrepreneurs, executives, and small business owners boost their business and impact by improving their communication skills and building powerful presentations that get their audiences to take “the next step”  – from purchasing their products to donating to their causes to supporting their ideas.   Finally, as a former inner-city teacher and administrator who believes all children and educators deserve a safe, positive workplace, Danny is currently working as a consultant for CyberSmarties, a social media platform for kids ages 5-12 that teaches children how to use social media in a positive way. The program is in schools around the world and brings schools and police departments together to promote the well-being of students.   Thank you gift: www.freeGIFTfromDANNY.com   If you're enjoying the content and finding it valuable, we would appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a review. Your feedback is important to us and helps us reach a wider audience.   If you leave us a 5-star review, it would mean the world to us. Not only does it help us improve the podcast, but it also helps us attract more sponsors and grow our community.   Thank you again for your support and listening to the Productivity Smarts Podcast.   Sponsors:   A Symphony of Choices: https://amzn.to/3Keq3zx   Growth Strategies: https://productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/mastermind/   KIVA: It's a loan, not a donation Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/invitedby/topmindshelpingtopminds?utm_campaign=invitedby_portfolio&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=topmindshelpingtopminds&utm_source=mobile_ios   Connect with Gerald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraldjleonard     Free Gifts at: www.productivitysmartspodcast.com

“Kids rise or fall based on your expectation." - Dr. Danny BrassellToday's featured bestselling author is a father, husband, keynote speaker, educational consultant, and co-creator of freeREADINGtraining.com, Dr. Danny Brassell. Dr. Danny and I had a fun chat about his book, ”Leadership Begins with Motivation: 33 Unique Ways to Think & Act Like a Successful Leader That Will Transform Your Professional & Personal Life”, getting people (especially children) people to read more, and more!! Key Things You'll Learn:How Dr. Danny became America's Leading Reading AmbassadorWhat made Dr. Danny a successful educatorThe relationship between reading and successWhy story collecting is a good hobby to have as a presenter Dr. Danny's Site: https://dannybrassell.com/Dr. Danny's Free Gift: https://freegiftfromdanny.com/Dr. Danny's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001IXO8JM/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=b27c1e0c-422b-4bc8-a2fb-42da0b22314b&store_ref=ap_rdr&ref_=ap_rdr The opening track is titled “Check It Out” by Mountaineer from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-outLicense code: AR6DFPGVXQ9Q1SSY Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… Ep. 664 – “The Power of Thought” with Lynn McLaughlin, MEd, BEd, BA (@lynnmcla): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-664-the-power-of-thought-with-lynn-mclaughlin-med-bed-ba-lynnmcla/ 72 - "A Sprint to the Top" with Daniel Blanchard (@dan007blanchard): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/72-a-sprint-to-the-top-with-daniel-blanchard-dan007blanchard/ Ep. 632 – “The Career Toolkit” with Mark Herschberg (@CareerToolkitBk): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-632-the-career-toolkit-with-mark-herschberg-careertoolkitbk/ Ep. 648 – “How to Develop Your Child Into a Fearless Learner” with Kohila Sivas (@math_codes): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-648-how-to-develop-your-child-into-a-fearless-learner-with-kohila-sivas-math_codes/ Ep. 412 – “Why Boomer, Xer, Millennial and Gen Z Labels Need Reimagined” with Dr. Rick Chromey (@MyGenTech2020): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-412-why-boomer-xer-millennial-and-gen-z-labels-need-reimagined-with-dr-rick-chromey-mygentech2020/ #Bonus Host2Host Ep.– “Unleashing the Power of Respect” with Dr. Joseph Shrand (@Drjoeshrand): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-host2host-ep-unleashing-the-power-of-respect-with-dr-joseph-shrand-drjoeshrand/ Ep. 364 – “7 Deadly Thoughts” with Pastor Travis Hall (@PastorTHall): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-364-7-deadly-thoughts-with-pastor-travis-hall-pastorthall/ Ep. 356 – “The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness” with Thomas R. Williams (@MrTRWilliams): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-356-the-relentless-pursuit-of-greatness-with-thomas-r-williams-mrtrwilliams/ Ep. 353 – “Free Agent” with Rennie Curran (@RennieCurran53): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-353-free-agent-with-rennie-curran-renniecurran53/ Ep. 586 – “Flipping Bad Situations into Joyful Children's Books” with Violet Lemay (@violetlemay): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-586-flipping-bad-situations-into-joyful-childrens-books-with-violet-lemay-violetlemay/ Ep. 612 – “More Joy” with Cindi Cohn: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-612-more-joy-with-cindi-cohn/ Ep. 511 – “Slave No More” with Paul Henderson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-511-slave-no-more-with-paul-henderson/ Ep. 559 - "Picky Patrick" With Eleni Fuiaxis (@EleniFuiaxis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-559-picky-patrick-with-eleni-fuiaxis-elenifuiaxis/

Our guest in this episode is a highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell who has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 16 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He helps entrepreneurs, executives and small business owners boost their business and impact by improving their communication skills.In our conversation Danny and I discussed the power of storytelling and connection in public speaking. He emphasizes the importance of developing a unique stump speech, using humor to connect with the audience, and suggesting actions throughout the presentation. Danny shares personal stories and offers practical tips to help speakers improve their impact. Key takeaways include:Your story is your superpower. Sharing personal anecdotes and using humor can create a connection with the audience and make your presentation more memorable.Connect early and often. Suggesting actions and addressing audience motivations can keep them engaged and invested in your presentation.Practice makes perfect. Speakers should dedicate time to practicing their delivery and observing other successful speakers to improve their skills.Listen to the podcast to find out more.

The MisFitNation Show welcomes Danny Brassell - America's Leading Reading Ambassador Welcome to our Top It Off Tuesday show this week. We are glad you are with us. This is a great chat with an amazing person as Danny Brassell joins us! A former inner-city teacher, I am on a mission to bring joy back into education and the workplace by transforming struggling and reluctant readers into more passionate and proficient readers. I show audiences how to make reading a life-long habit. My most recent book is entitled "Leadership Begins with Motivation," which lends itself to plenty of anecdotes for audiences. This is a great Tuesday Chat and you need to check out a great Conversation for episode 270. All of our latest episodes and videos can be found here: https://www.themisfitnation.com This episode YouTube: https://youtu.be/A1SiRXxkTtQ Support us here: https://ko-fi.com/themisfitnationpodcast #reading #literacy #author #leadership #professional #veteran #vetsnpodcasting #vetsnradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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