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The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 144: Jennifer Jane Young & her book, Say Yes to Your YES: How to Trust Your Gut and Take the LeapEpisode 144: Jennifer Jane Young & her book, Say Yes to Your YES: How to Trust YourGut and Take the Leap ABOUT JENNJennifer Jane Young is an Intuitive Leadership Coach & Business Consultant to entrepreneurs and business leaders around the world, International speaker and author of "Say Yes to Your YES: How to Trust Your Gut and Take the Leap." Since 2011, Jenn’s leadership roles have spanned several continents, from leading a community of 5,000 entrepreneurs for the International Trade Centre as a United Nations Consultant to advising startups and multi-million dollar businesses. Through her workshops, talks, and he...2025-07-161h 05
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 143: Zachary Green & his book, Warrior Entrepreneur: Lessons From The Battlefield To The BoardroomEpisode 143: Zachary Green & his book, Warrior Entrepreneur: Lessons From The Battlefield To The BoardroomABOUT ZACHARYZachary is someone who truly embodies the warrior spirit—on and off the battlefield. He is a U.S. Marine veteran, former firefighter, and serial entrepreneur who grew a company from the trunk of his car to over $30 million in revenue. He’s also an international bestselling author, a sought-after leadership coach, and a speaker who has testified before Congress and was selected by the White House to represent the U.S. as a delegate at the Global Entrepreneurship Conf...2025-07-091h 05
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 142: Damon Lembi & his book, The Learn-It-All Leader: Mindset, Traits and ToolsEpisode 142: Damon Lembi & his book, The Learn-It-All Leader: Mindset, Traits and ToolsABOUT DAMONDamon is a 2x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time. CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS• The power of imposter syndrome.• The athlete's mindset...2025-07-021h 16
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 140: Laura Di Franco & WRITING: The Brave Healer’s Guide for World-ChangersEpisode 140: Laura Di Franco & WRITING: The Brave Healer’s Guide for World-ChangersABOUT LAURALaura Di Franco is the CEO of Brave Healer Productions an award-winning publisher for holistic health and wellness professionals. She spent 30 years in holistic physical therapy, is a third-degree black belt, and has authored 13 books. Her company has published over 100 Amazon bestselling books with a global community of over 3,000 authors who are waking the world up to what’s possible for healing, one brave word at a time. CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS• The shift from physical therapy to writing.•...2025-06-161h 08
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 139: David Fradin & his book, Letters From My HymieEpisode 139: David Fradin & his book, Letters From My HymieABOUT DAVIDDavid Fradin was born and raised in Detroit during the automotive go go years of the 1950s and 60s. Later he pioneered the field of environmental mediation and joined Hewlett Packard to help site new facilities after running a successful campaign for Governor Al Quie and John Connally’s Minnesota presidential campaign. While at HP he was classically trained as an HP Product Manager during the 50 years that HP grew 20% a year. He was recruited by Apple to bring the first hard disk drive on...2025-06-111h 15
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 138: Rick DellaRatta & Paving the Path for Peace through Music: The Amazing story of Rick DellaRatta and Jazz for PeaceEpisode 138: Rick DellaRatta & Paving the Path for Peace through Music: The Amazing story of Rick DellaRatta and Jazz for PeaceABOUT RICKLong known as one of the world’s finest Jazz Pianists, Rick DellaRatta also began to receive major recognition as a composer when his symphonic piece “Permutata” was recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra at the Beatles famed Abbey Rd. Studios in 1999. He was also recognized as a unique and important vocalist in 2004 when he was included in a definitive listing of the greatest jazz singers of all time in Scott Yanow’s Book “Ja...2025-06-102h 24
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 137: Sara Mueller & Her Book, The Balanced Life Blueprint: Revive Your Marriage, Parent With Presence, and Create Feel-Good Success at Work + HomeEpisode 137: Sara Mueller & Her Book, The Balanced Life Blueprint: Revive Your Marriage, Parent With Presence, and Create Feel-Good Success at Work + HomeABOUT SARASara is Harvard-trained emotional intelligence expert, international award-winning success coach, and the best-selling author of The Balanced Life Blueprint. As the CEO of Joy Discovered, she helps managers become leaders of engaged teams that deliver remarkable service and supports high. In her earlier career, she developed service training programs for Fortune Global 500 executives and taught mindfulness to clients like the NFL Combine and behavioral health centers. She’s committed to creating a...2025-06-041h 10
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 136: Tyler Snure & His Book, The Jewels of FateEpisode 136: Tyler Snure & His Book, The Jewels of FateABOUT TYLERTyler writes fantasy novels that get kids and teens back into reading. He established Snure Stories and published his first novel, The Jewels of Fate, in 2019 when he was a senior high school student. The Sword of Sorenth is the second book in his fiction, fantasy, adventure trilogy and was released in 2022. It quickly reached #8 on Amazon's bestseller list for its category. He has presented at conferences, online summits, schools, libraries, boards of education and been featured on multiple podcasts. He frequently talks about...2025-06-0245 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 135: Connor DeLaney & Endless Customers: A Proven System To Build Trust, Drive Sales, and Become The Market Leader by Marcus SheridanEpisode 135: Connor DeLaney & Endless Customers: A Proven SystemTo Build Trust, Drive Sales, and Become The Market Leader by Marcus SheridanABOUT CONNORAn innovator at heart, Connor is always bringing new ideas to the table and challenging the norm to find better solutions for both the teams and communities he is a part of. If you ask him, he combines his passions for education and marketing to empower others to meet their business and revenue goals and loves building unforgettable experiences through ground-breaking industry events and engaged, passionate communities. In his free time, you will...2025-05-281h 09
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 133: Laura Darrell & Her Book, The Great Resignation: How Coaching and Appreciative Leadership Can Help You Win the War for TalentEpisode 133: Laura Darrell & Her Book, The Great Resignation: How Coaching and Appreciative Leadership Can Help You Win the War for TalentABOUT LAURALaura Darrell is a top-selling leadership author and guest speaker passionate about franchisee/franchisor success, organizational health, and leadership development. She has twenty-five years of people, team, and departmental leadership experience with some of Canada and the world's most iconic brands. She holds a Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership from Royal Roads University with thesis research focused on how enhanced collaboration between multidisciplinary key stakeholders can lead to better business outcomes for...2025-05-211h 22
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 132: Dr. Bridget Cooper & Her Book, The Book: How To Navigate Clocksuckers and Live a Happy Abundant LifeEpisode 132: Dr. Bridget Cooper & Her Book, The Book: How To Navigate Clocksuckers and Live a Happy Abundant Life ABOUT BRIDGETDr. B a cage rattler who helps teams and leaders think and communicate more clearly and strategically so they can work and navigate problems proactively and effectively. She works with clients to overcome the attitudes, tactics, and patterns that derail their success through coaching, corporate consulting, and leading workshops that guide and inspire people to live more authentic, peaceful, and powerful lives. TEDx speaker and best-selling author of seven books on communication, conflict, change, and...2025-05-191h 15
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 130: Refugio A. Atilano & His Book, The Latino Leadership Playbook: A Toolkit of Insight to Accelerate Your Impact in the WorkplaceEpisode 130: Refugio A. Atilano & His Book, The Latino Leadership Playbook: A Toolkit of Insight to Accelerate Your Impact in the WorkplaceABOUT REFRef Atilano is 2nd-gen Mexican and native Chicagoan. He’s a first-generation graduate and business leader with vast experience working in many corporate environments for Fortune 500 companies. He is a senior business leader for the world’s third largest global pharmaceutical company and is currently the Director, Cultural Competency, where he helps connect with under-served communities. Ref’s passion is advancing the leadership representation of the Latino community. He is the Global Chair...2025-05-0758 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 129: Jennifer Wilson & Her Book The Heart of Homestay: Creating Meaningful Connections When Hosting International StudentsEpisode 129: Jennifer Wilson & Her Book The Heart of Homestay: Creating Meaningful Connections When Hosting International StudentsABOUT JENNIFERJennifer Wilson is an author, certified leadership coach, and business consultant. After a 17-year career with her family’s business, The Canada Homestay Network (CHN), she now chairs their Board of Directors. At CHN, Jennifer worked in HR, Technology and leadership roles, and served as CEO for 12 years. Prior to CHN, she practiced as a Registered Midwife in Manitoba and British Columbia. Jennifer is a certified Kolbe Consultant and is trained in crisis intervention and compassion fatigue. Sh...2025-04-2857 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 127: Mimi Gonzalez & The Creative Act: A Way Of Being by Rick RubinEpisode 127: Mimi Gonzalez & The Creative Act: A Way Of Being by Rick Rubin ABOUT MIMIMimi Gonzalez is the founder and podcast host of griefsense, a platform and community exploring grief, mental health, and social impact. She’s a LinkedIn creator, speaker, and community builder based in Hartford, CT, passionate about storytelling that centers community care, identity, and rewriting the narrative for future generations.Mimi created griefsense after losing 36 loved ones, building the spaces she wished existed. In addition to podcasting, she supports first-generation college students and partners with brands and workplaces on re...2025-04-011h 24
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 126: Camille Malicdem & Her Book, This is What Doubt Looks LikeEpisode 126: Camille Malicdem & Her Book, This is What Doubt Looks LikeABOUT CAMILLECamille is a Communication Arts graduate with love for music and movies. She attended De La Salle University-Manila where her hobby for writing grew. Later, she joined public relations as an Account Manager for Ogilvy PR, supporting major brands like SONY and Facebook. Today, Camille keeps up with two daughters and a husband in the US Army. In her spare time, she enjoys being alone, reading in the bookstore, and sharing her silly but inspiring stories over and over. Camille was born...2025-03-261h 37
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 122: Janet Polach, Ph.D & Her Book, The Strategic Leader’s Mindset: Unlocking the Keys to SuccessEpisode 122: Janet Polach, Ph.D & Her Book, The Strategic Leader’s Mindset: Unlocking the Keys to SuccessABOUT JANETJanet is a global authority in executive coaching, team development, and leadership. With her unique ability to elevate leaders from the minutiae to drive unparalleled organizational success, she serves as a trusted strategist and advisor to senior executives worldwide. Janet has expertly coached an array ofexecutive and frontline leaders across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Her expertise in guiding diverse, cross-geography teams to uncover their core purpose and align for success is unparalleled. Janet is cel...2025-03-1947 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 121: Faust Ruggiero & The Fix Yourself Empowerment SeriesEpisode 121: Faust Ruggiero & The Fix Yourself Empowerment SeriesABOUT FAUSTFaust Ruggiero is a psychologist who has been in private practice for over thirty-five years. Before entering private practice, he worked in clinics for deaf children, prisons, nursing homes, substance abuse centers, inpatient facilities, and is a consultant for major national and international corporations. He is a published research author and a professional clinical trainer. In the summer of 2016, he began to develop The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series based on the Process Life Program to help readers address difficult situations in their lives. The series...2025-03-171h 14
Live Your PossibleModeling Intentional Living: Beyond The Scripts Of Society With John M. JaramilloIntentional living isn’t just a philosophy; it’s a way to lead with purpose and impact. Host Darrin Tulley welcomes John M. Jaramillo, Founder of Coach It Out, LLC, to discuss how intentional living shapes leadership, self-care, and personal growth. From overcoming anxiety to fostering meaningful connections, John shares insights on balancing family, work, and creativity in today’s demanding world. Tune in to uncover practical tips and heartfelt stories that inspire a more purposeful and fulfilling life.2025-02-0550 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 120: Eric Hamilton, MBA & His Book, The Sales Blueprint: What Winners Do DifferentlyEpisode 120: Eric Hamilton, MBA & His Book, The Sales Blueprint: What Winners Do Differently
ABOUT ERIC
Eric Hamilton is a dynamic sales leader, accomplished author, and the driving force behind Hamilton Sales Academy. With over two decades of experience in sales and leadership, Eric has a proven track record of transforming underperforming teams into high achievers. He is the author of the bestselling book, "The Sales Blueprint: What Winners Do Differently," which provides a comprehensive guide to achieving consistent sales success through preparation, mindset, and execution. Whether through his book, speaking engagements, or training sessions, Eric...2024-12-181h 08
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 118: Wendy Wallbridge & Her Book, Spiraling Upward: The 5 Co-Creative Powers for Women on the RiseEpisode 118: Wendy Wallbridge & Her Book, Spiraling
Upward: The 5 Co-Creative Powers for Women on the Rise
ABOUT WENDY
Wendy is the founder of SpiralUp and a pioneering advocate for women's advancement and gender equity. An award-winning author and speaker, Wendy's Spiral Up! model empowers women to thrive by embracing their unique values and feminine wisdom. She has guided leaders at top companies like McAfee, VMware, Apple, HP, and Disney build high-performing, inclusive cultures where everyone can flourish. Wendy's work, informed by her own journey overcoming life-threatening lupus, has been featured in Fortune and The New York Times. H...2024-10-301h 30
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 107: James Hipkin & His Book, Journey to Success: Digital Marketing for Small Business OwnersEpisode 107: James Hipkin & His Book, Journey to Success: Digital Marketing for Small Business Owners
ABOUT JAMES
Over a 40-year career, James has worked in marketing and advertising at a high level. Since 2010, he has built his clients’ businesses with digital marketing. James is an accomplished, forward-thinking marketing professional. His clients included Sprint, Apple, Wells Fargo online bank, Nestlé, and Toyota. They appreciate his practical, no-nonsense approach. He has the scars and many stories to share. His stories are always valuable and entertaining. His humor and infectious good-natured approach to marketing are fun and practical. But he...2024-08-111h 11
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 106: Cameron Nathan Singh & His Book, Navigation and Discovery: A Path of Navigating and Discovering Through Your Journey of FaithEpisode 106: Cameron Nathan Singh & His Book, Navigation and Discovery: A Path of Navigating and Discovering Through Your Journey of Faith
ABOUT CAMERON
Cameron Nathan Singh was born and raised in San Bruno, California. Cameron primarily works in the business aviation industry and has such a dire passion for leadership and making an impact on the younger generations. Over the last decade, Cameron has had the privilege of moving up the ladder very quickly within the aviation industry throughout his 20s living in New Jersey, Southern California, Chicago, and the beautiful Caribbean twin island of Antigua...2024-07-311h 04
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 105: Massimo Backus & Human First, Leader Second: How Self-Compassion Outperforms Self-CriticismEpisode 105: Massimo Backus & His Book, Human First, Leader Second: How Self-Compassion Outperforms Self-Criticism
ABOUT MASSIMO
Massimo has dedicated his career to empowering leaders with a powerful reminder: You are enough. His journey began amidst personal battles with perfectionism and a harsh inner critic fueled by the challenges of dyslexia. These struggles ultimately guided him towards finding and teaching self-compassion. As an executive coach, speaker, and facilitator, Massimo has revolutionized the leadership styles of thousands across prestigious companies like Amazon, Nintendo, Fox Entertainment, and Sony. His coaching approach is straightforward and impactful, tailored for open-minded and c...2024-07-281h 15
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 104: Oksana Yusupova & Limitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life by Jim KwikEpisode 104: Oksana Yusupova & Limitless: Upgrade
Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life by Jim Kwik
ABOUT OKSANA
With over two decades of experience since beginning my career in 2001, I am dedicated to understanding and helping others navigate their emotions. As a psychotherapist, I specialize in Emotion-Focused Therapy, working with children, families, and adults. My areas of expertise include treating emotional trauma, behavioral and social issues, anxiety, depression, and life challenges. I hold a Master's degree in Psychology and offer a range of psychotherapy services (individual, family, couple). In addition to one-on-one sessions, I l...2024-07-221h 07
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 103: Kevin Palmieri & Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol DweckEpisode 103: Kevin Palmieri & Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
ABOUT KEVIN
Kevin is the founder and co-host of the Next Level University podcast. Early in his life, Kevin found “success”, but after a brush with near suicide he realized he wasn´t living a life he truly wanted. He became passionate about self improvement and decided to make it his purpose in life to impact as many people as possible by becoming a role model, podcaster, and speaker. He has succeeded at making his podcast one of the top 100 with almost 1700 episodes and ...2024-07-151h 00
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 101: Rev. Michael Sean Harvey & Warrior Compassion: Unleashing The Healing Power Of MenEpisode 101: Rev. Michael Sean Harvey, MSOD, MSEd & His Book, Warrior Compassion: Unleashing The Healing Power Of Men
ABOUT SEAN
Sean is a TEDx Speaker and founder of Warrior Compassion Men’s Studio. Sean is an Interfaith Minister whose book, Warrior Compassion: Unleashing the Healing Power of Men offers a roadmap for men’s soul-healing as a catalyst for systems change. Sean brings 25 years of experience in leadership and organizational development consulting and taught organizational behavior and change at Cornell, NYU, and Baruch College CUNY. His work focuses on deepening compassionate humanity into hyper-masculine systems and developing...2024-06-261h 40
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 100: Christina Dufour & The Fifth Agreement: A Practical Guide To Self-MasteryEpisode 100: Christina Dufour & The Fifth Agreement: A Practical Guide To Self-Mastery
ABOUT CHRISTINA
Christina, a Founder with Native American heritage, has a background in Finance and brings over a decade of experience in Business Development to her mission of specializing well-being in the workplace. With a degree in Business Management and Organization, Christina integrates well-being and performance practices into corporate settings, collaborating with esteemed organizations and executives. Christina developed an expertise in well-being with 13+ years of studying and teaching meditative modalities and supports individuals at all levels to overcome their unique challenges, foster inner balance...2024-06-241h 54
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 98: Jeff Buehner and His Book, The Sultan's Seven SecretsEpisode 98: Jeff Buehner and His Book, The Sultan's Seven Secrets
ABOUT JEFF
30 years ago, Jeff came across the writings of the richest man to ever walk the earth, Sultan Musa of Mali who could not talk openly about how he learned these wealth secrets, so he embedded the principles of his success in a fairytale. Contained in his writings is something called the Language of the Gods. When you speak this language, the
world obeys your commands! As Jeff just dabbled in speaking this language, some very strange coincidences occurred. So, he got serious about...2024-05-261h 17
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 95: Suzi Hunn & Her Book, Big-Hearted Entrepreneur: Own Your Worth and Amplify a Mission That MattersEpisode 95: Suzi Hunn & Her Book, Big-Hearted Entrepreneur: Own Your Worth and Amplify a Mission That Matters
ABOUT SUZI
Suzi Hunn founded Teach Your Thing in 2017 to help changemakers amplify their impact. Her specialty is designing education experiences that expand audiences and create income streams. Her book, Big-Hearted Entrepreneur, is a practical guide for helping purpose-driven leaders own their worth and amplify a mission that matters to them. Suzi has more than twenty years of experience developing learning tools for nonprofits, social enterprises, cultural institutions, K–12 schools, corporate groups, authors, and founders. As an educator at...2024-05-011h 38
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 93: Melanie Herschorn & Her Book, Make a Big Impact with Your Book: Author Marketing Strategies for Long-Term SuccessEpisode 93: Melanie Herschorn & Her Book, Make a Big Impact with Your Book: Author Marketing Strategies for Long-Term Success
ABOUT MELANIE
Melanie wants to help you step into your spotlight as an authority. A publisher and book marketing expert for business owners, consultants, professionals and speakers worldwide, she’s on a mission to empower authors to share their message with the world. With her comprehensive background of over 20 years as a celebrity publicist, award-winning journalist in radio, print, and TV, as well as a clothing designer and entrepreneur, Melanie is uniquely positioned to support authors to st...2024-04-231h 06
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 92: Bernard Chong & Made In America: My Story by Sam WaltonEpisode 92: Bernard Chong & Made In America: My Story by Sam Walton
ABOUT BERNARD
Bernard stands at the helm of a billion-dollar investment empire, seamlessly navigating traditional businesses and cutting-edge tech startups alike. His diverse portfolio spans industries from retail, real estate, and entertainment to food and beverage. His interests range from animation (ASI Studios) and radio communications (Energy FM) to food and beverage (Tim Hortons/Kko Kko), entertainment (RKB Productions), and IT (Thirty One Digital), among others. A luminary in the esports industry, Bernard gained international acclaim for founding the award-winning Bren Esports (now APBren...2024-04-2238 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 91: Carl Grant III & His Book, How To Live The Abundant LifeEpisode 91: Carl Grant III & His Book, How To Live The Abundant Life
ABOUT CARL
Carl Grant III lives in Austin, TX and is the married father of five adult children. He’s the Author of “How to Live the Abundant Life,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Carl is CEO of Capital Raise and Connexa Holdings, LLC, is Chairman of Cationic Mineral Formulations, Inc., and is a partner in Super Connector,
LLC. Previously, Carl served as global head of business development for Cooley, during which the firm’s annual revenue grew from $310M to over $2B. He...2024-04-101h 13
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 90: Autumn Carolynn & Her Book, Traveling in Wonder: A Travel Photographer's Tales of WanderlustEpisode 90: Autumn Carolynn & Her Book, Traveling in Wonder: A Travel Photographer's Tales of Wanderlust
ABOUT AUTUMN
Autumn received her bachelor's degree in English with an emphasis in creative writing from Illinois State University and Canterbury Christ Church University. She is a published author with Spoon River Poetry Review and has worked as an on-air DJ for two radio stations. Autumn produced a creative writing segment aired on WGLT, an NPR station, which introduced writers from all over the Midwest and allowed them to share their work on air. Beyond her literary achievements, Autumn is an...2024-04-071h 06
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 89: Hiba Khaled & Leadership on the Line: Staying Alive Through the Dangers of Leading by Martin LinskyEpisode 89: Hiba Khaled & Leadership on the Line: Staying Alive Through the Dangers of Leading by Ronald A. Heifetz & Martin Linsky
ABOUT HIBA
Dr. Hiba Khaled is a co-founder of Embers, a consulting and coaching firm helping individuals and organizations
recover from burnout to achieve healthy high performance. With a background in medicine and leadership training at Harvard under the mentorship of Professors Ron Heifetz and Tim O'Brien, she has dedicated her career to helping individuals and organizations achieve success from a place of health. A survivor of burnout herself, Hiba is on a mission to...2024-04-031h 19
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 87: Alyssa Berthiaume & Bridgett McGowen & Do Not Write a Book...Until You Read This One: The Only Guide You Need to Pen, Publish, and Profit from Your Nonfiction BookEpisode 87: Alyssa Berthiaume (she/her) (returning guest from Episode 46) & Co-Author Bridgett McGowen, & Their Book, Do Not Write a Book...Until You Read This One: The Only Guide You Need to Pen, Publish, and Profit from Your Nonfiction Book
ABOUT BRIDGETT & ALLY
Bridgett is an award-winning international professional speaker; an award-winning author; and an award-winning publisher and owner of the hybrid publishing company, Press 49.
Ally is an award-winning author; international book coach, developmental editor and ghostwriter; and the founder and CEO of The Write Place, Right Time.
CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS
The Trifecta...2024-03-281h 07
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 86: Joseph Rockey Jr & His Book, Casino Sales Master: Proven System to Beat the Odds in Sales and LifeEpisode 86: Joseph Rockey Jr & His Book, Casino Sales Master: Proven System to Beat the Odds in Sales and Life
ABOUT JOE
Joe is a serial business creator and founder. He has created a number of successful entities from scratch that have lived well beyond a decade long, which is an incredibly rare feat in any industry, let alone in the world of real estate, in which he began. Currently, Joe runs and operates Elite Business Conversations, a specialty coaching and consulting firm that help (1) individuals and
companies who are scared to death because they are...2024-03-251h 15
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 85: Annie Margarita Yang & The 5-Day Job Search: Proven Strategies To Answering Tough Interview Questions & Getting Multiple Job OffersEpisode 85: Annie Margarita Yang & Her Book, The 5-Day Job Search: Proven Strategies To Answering Tough Interview Questions & Getting Multiple Job Offers
ABOUT ANNIE
Annie Margarita Yang is the definitive voice in Millennial finance, specializing in strategies for beating today’s tough economic challenges. She is the author of an award-winning, best-selling new book, The 5-Day Job Search, which helps young professionals get out of student loan debt while finding the ideal job. With more than 1 million views on YouTube, her witty approach to tough talk sets her apart from others. Annie’s candid style cuts thro...2024-03-201h 10
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 84: Chaya Topas & Her Book, When We Visit You...Episode 84: Chaya Topas & Her Book, When We Visit You...
ABOUT CHAYA
Chaya is a mom of three who takes the approach that it's better to laugh than to try. Her attitude towards raising kids is to not take yourself too seriously and to give kids an opportunity to figure their things out. Chaya began writing as a way to express how she felt about raising great kids in these volatile times and in doing so, she finally found her passion. Chaya wrote a children's book about a running joke between her husband and herself that one...2024-03-2035 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 83: Ryan Penley & His Book, Man Up. Sober Up: Eight Powerful Steps to Reclaim Respect, Conquer Isolation, and Thrive in RecoveryEpisode 83: Ryan Penley & His Book, Man Up. Sober Up: Eight Powerful Steps to Reclaim Respect, Conquer Isolation, and Thrive in Recovery
ABOUT RYAN
As a rock-bottom alumnus, Ryan has transformed his life's adversities into valuable lessons for those still struggling with addiction. Today, he lives a life that is unimaginably blessed, exceeding even his own expectations. His debut book, "Man Up. Sober Up.," serves as both a testament to his resilience and a practical guide for those seeking to reclaim control over their lives. Homelessness, being wanted in three states, being accused of murder by...2024-03-1959 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 82: Samantha Buckley-Hugessen & Unstuck Yourself: The Guide To Designing A Life You LoveEpisode 82: Samantha Buckley-Hugessen & Her Book, Unstuck Yourself: The Guide To Designing A Life You Love
In this episode, Samantha, a U.S Certified Coach originally from Seattle Washington and now an ex-pat living in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, walks me through her experience of living life and working to empower others, in the process changing the world by design instead of existing by default.
Interestingly, Samantha's story is similar to that of other guests in the general sense that
she was working in one direction, became successful, and achieved her goals -- but something was...2024-03-181h 10
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 80: Don Schmincke & His Book, Winners and Losers: Entrepreneurial Lessons from 30,000 CEOs on How to Come Out on TopEpisode 80: Don Schmincke & His Book, Winners and Losers: Entrepreneurial Lessons from 30,000 CEOs on How to Come Out on Top
For everything he's done in his career -- from dropping out of high school to getting his BS in Planetary Physics at MIT, a Master's Degree in Human Behavior (and teaching at) Johns Hopkins University, and traversing the world, travelling 200,000 miles a year to work with countless companies and explore to understand ancient civilizations -- Don, an explorer, scientist, and author, still considers himself, first and foremost, a teacher.
No one I've interviewed or spoken to...2023-12-271h 05
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 70: Oakland McCulloch & His Book, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to BeThe Book Leads - Episode 70: Oakland McCulloch & His Book, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be
Oak is a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel whose life and career -- including 23 years in the military -- have been about service to others. After he retired, he went on to run his local Food Bank and continue his service to the military through recruiting future leaders into the service.
Now, Oak is out there, spreading the message of servant leadership across the country and around the world through both his writing and speaking.
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The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 64: Misty Compton & her book, Escapegoat Daughter: A Memoir Of One Woman’s Decision To Go No Contact With Her Family.The Book Leads – Episode 64: Misty Compton & her book, Escapegoat
Daughter: A Memoir Of One Woman’s Decision To Go No Contact With Her Family.
What Misty, an international bestselling author and co-author, and founder and CEO of CoreCavity LLC, shares with me is an open, raw, and emotional journey that’s led to now, to her mission to help others grow through recognizing their value and sharing their own story.
What I was reminded of while listening to Misty's story is that, by default, we may believe our story may not matter, but in the end, t...2023-08-0958 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 63: Nancy Burger & Tracking Wonder: Reclaiming A Life Of Meaning And Possibility In A World Obsessed With ProductivityThe Book Leads – Episode 63: Nancy Burger & Tracking Wonder: Reclaiming A Life Of Meaning And Possibility In A World Obsessed With Productivity
I recently sat down with, Nancy, a speaker, workplace communications strategist, and executive coach to discuss a book written by her friend and mentor Jeffrey Davis, whose guidance and insights have been a major influence in her professional journey.
As mentioned in previous episodes, but through her own unique words, insights, and experiences, Nancy talks about the foundation of our childhood as it applies to our adulthood, and the programming and reprogramming that needs to...2023-08-061h 00
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 59: Danielle Perlin-Good & GODDESS: 22 Spiritual Women Share Their Stories of Healing, Growth & TransformationThe Book Leads – Episode 59: Danielle Perlin-Good and her chapter in the book, GODDESS: 22 Spiritual Women Share Their Stories of Healing, Growth & Transformation
Danielle is a Soul-Aligned Ghostwriter and an award-winning best-selling author. Even though some people know what they want to do from an insanely young age, it doesn’t mean the journey to make it happen is either straightforward or easy. Danielle is another example of that kind of path, with major lessons learned along the way.
She talks about being a recovering people pleaser, being intentional about who you surround yourself with, and the...2023-07-051h 22
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 56: Connor DeLaney and I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary RelationshipsThe Book Leads – Episode 56: Connor DeLaney and I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships by Michael Sorenson
Connor’s the exact person and leader you want in your business, especially in its founding and building. As Director of Membership at IMPACT, he’s helping create the customer and client experience. He’s understood that power from an early age, working in the restaurant business before working in the office environment. Because of that early experience, he knows the power of relationships and communication.
He’s continued to refine – and improve – his approach to relationshi...2023-06-151h 11
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 53: Laura Darrell & Wooden on Leadership by John WoodenEpisode 53: Laura Darrell & Wooden on Leadership by John Wooden
In this episode you'll find two leadership coaches geeking out on all-things-leadership, exchanging notes, experiences, and insights on what we hope leadership can become.
Laura’s journey begins with the immigrant story of her parents and the mindset they brought with them in their migration to Canada. She shares with me
here the stories behind the mindset triad that has lead to the hard work and determination she’s lived in her career: (1) Be positive; (2) Have incredible work
ethic; and (3) Understand the power of freedom to crea...2023-06-071h 18
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 52: Chris Felton & Think & Grow You: How To Get Out Of Your Own Way And Level Up Your LifeThe Book Leads - Episode 52: Chris Felton & Think & Grow You: How To Get Out Of Your Own Way And Level Up Your Life
I recently sat down with Amazon bestselling author, 7-figure entrepreneur, and speaker Chris Felton to cover his book.
Like so many authors I’ve interviewed, Chris’s story is rooted in the life challenges he overcame himself. At the brink of financial ruin, he turned it around with the help of his wife. They did the work, got things done, and want to help others through their story, which they infused into a boo...2023-05-231h 04
NLBP.TVPLATINUM NETWORKING with John M. Jaramillo
John M. Jaramillo, MBA, MSOP, is Founder and Leadership Performance Coach and Consultant at Coach It Out, LLC. In that capacity, he helps clients throughout the organizational hierarchy to break through to their next level of leadership performance and effectiveness. Clients realize just how much more of their abilities, experiences, and goals they can bring to the table. His professional experience in the public and private, profit and non-profit sectors allows him to transfer lessons across business industries, organizational structures, and leadership needs while working with anyone from students to seasoned executives. In addition to coaching, he enjoys writing...2023-05-1720 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 51: Matt Thieleman & his book, This Is Coaching: How to Transform a Client’s Performance, Life, and Business as a Master Coach & Warrior of LoveThe Book Leads – Episode 51: Matt Thieleman & his book, This Is Coaching: How to Transform a Client’s Performance, Life, and Business as a Master Coach & Warrior of Love
My discussion with Matt is yet another open and vulnerable conversation in which we cover my guest’s life and path that led to their work today. Specifically for Matt, that means helping clients today “who are missing something and don’t quite know what it is.”
The conversation covers so many areas – childhood trauma, how we can be drawn toward chaos, and the power of healing in both living our...2023-05-171h 00
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 50: Sean Glaze & STAYING COACHABLE: A Story With 4 Questions to Help You Thrive in Change and Enjoy Relentless ImprovementThe Book Leads – Episode 50: Sean Glaze & STAYING COACHABLE: A Story With 4 Questions to Help You Thrive in Change and Enjoy Relentless Improvement
I recently sat down with author and leadership expert Sean Glaze to cover his book STAYING COACHABLE: A Story With 4 Questions to Help You Thrive in Change and Enjoy Relentless Improvement.
Sean is someone who worked as an English Teacher and coached 4 sports before his current work in the leadership field.
And it makes sense to me that that’s the path he’s taken to his leadership and teambuilding practice.
Expe...2023-05-101h 01
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 26: Cornell Thomas & Oh, The Places You'll Go!The Book Leads – Episode 26: Cornell Thomas& Oh, The Places You’ll Go!
For this episode, Cornell, an international speaker and multi-title author, walks me through what this book means to him. It’s funny that he and I both shared the same reaction when the book was first introduced to us as impactful – to Cornell by one of his students years back and to me a few weeks ago when Cornell mentioned he wanted to cover it in this episode: Wait, what did this guy just say?
But it all make sense.
There’s big hear...2022-05-1758 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 25: Kisha Zullo & Who Moved My Cheese?For this episode, entrepreneur Kisha Zullo breaks down the book and draws parallels between its lessons and the journey her career and life have taken. I’ve been hearing about the WIB Summit for years and have seen the resources Kisha and her partners have provided for its attendees in the areas of leadership, money management, entrepreneurship, and personal development. It creates a major ripple effect in the lives of the attendees as well as into our own network and community.
I love how Kisha walks us through what it took to begin her journey of self-discovery – even...2022-05-091h 17
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 24: Dr. Bridget Cooper & Pain Rebel: How We Take Our Power BackFor this episode, cage-rattler, prolific author, and leadership advisor Dr. Bridget Cooper walks me through her career journey, from empowering her coaching clients to that same work taking on even greater meaning when she experienced life-altering changes after a traumatic motor vehicle accident.
In her book Pain Rebel, Dr. B. shares the lessons of engaging and working through pain, utilizing both accountability and compassion, working from her own traumatic experience to enhance the purpose of the book. She shows – and has lived – that we can look to our past, no matter what it looks like or how unid...2022-04-271h 29
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 23: Randye Kaye & Happier Made Simple: Choose Your Words. Change Your Life.For this episode, muti-faceted, multi-talented, and fellow multipotentialite Randye Kaye walks me through the heart of her own book on happiness and what it took for her – through the up’s and down’s of her own life – to come to the realization of how much we can really enhance our own happiness.
We can’t do what the self-help and development gurus suggest for us without a sound foundation of our own fulfillment to work upon. We all want to build more in our lives, working toward goals and dreams, but without that authentic and resilient foundation...2022-04-111h 39
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 22: Pastor Jordan R. N. Brown & The Holy BibleFor this episode, the second of my discussions covering The Bible, Pastor Brown talks about the real messages in this sacred text, those that seem to get lost and even hijacked (my word) in the chatter and noise of today’s society.
Through his early ties to Christianity via his father, who is also a Pastor, and his own work with youth, running a faith-based non-profit, teaching as a professor, and co-hosting his own podcast, Jordan has grown and enhanced his engagement and study of society and community, seeking out conversations to understand what it is people mi...2022-04-111h 33
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 21: Darrin Tulley & Live Your Possible: Ignite Your Happy, Authentic Self and Live a Fulfilling Life Rooted in Joy, Inclusion, Love and Possibilities!For this episode, Darrin walks me through happiness, joy, wonder, and possibilities -- all sensations we seem to have lost as adults.
The foundation of his message and book is his own realization that he was "upside-down," giving more priority as an executive to the numbers and performance of the business than the people and humanity behind it.
As much as it's been the case with episodes of The Book Leads so far, this conversation is timely, chock full of reminders we should all heed so that we can find ourselves again. Specifically, in this...2022-03-291h 28
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 20: Mboone Umbima & Thank You: The 29 Day Gratitude ChallengeFor this episode, Mboone walks me through the realizations she’s made throughout her career, always focusing on that next pursuit – whatever that next pathway is in her life and work -- leading her to recognize the power of gratitude.
She lives the message of thriving in the uncomfortable, as evidenced by writing her book, and building an accompanying workshop, on gratitude – what she sought out to offset the stresses of the world – during the global pandemic.
With everything going on in the world, events that have global reach and are constant stressors, gratitude is powerful...2022-03-221h 13
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 19: Karen Hinds & The Holy BibleThe Book Leads – Episode 19: Karen Hinds & The Bible
For this episode, Karen walks me through the lessons she’s taken from The Bible, a book of which she’s now in her seventh reading, with each reading providing new insights and lessons.
What’s great about our conversation is that, if someone isn’t necessarily religious – like me – you might not know what to expect when opening up a conversation on The Bible. I’m someone who always says there are lessons everywhere for life and leadership, and that lesson holds true based on this talk with Karen...2022-03-1758 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 17: What Coaching Taught MeIn this episode, Prati and John cover what they’ve learned on their journeys as coaches. It’s not only that they learn the lessons of their respective business fields but that they also refine their own self-understanding of ability, knowledge, and needs.You’d be hard-pressed to find two people more curious to help elevate others to a higher level of performance. There’s so much left to learn and take on, so much to get better at.And what do you do when you come across a coach, or anyone for that matter, who clai...2022-03-1620 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 16: What Do You Do When You Have Mixed Feelings?In this episode, Prati and John cover what happens when they have mixed feelings about something.(Full Disclosure: John’s a Libra, so he’s definitely screwed.)Those mixed feelings may hit us when our minds (logic) want to head in one direction while our hearts (emotions) insist on racing in the other. Another option, though, is to go with our guts – our instinct based on the culmination of past experiences.Whatever it may feel like in that moment, though, there’s power to having mixed feelings. Clarity can exist in the chaos. Take a l...2022-03-1020 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 18: Jill Berquist & The Power of Full EngagementFor this episode, Jill and I, based on what she’s taken from the book, talk about the power of performance in the various areas life and how it’s driven by how well we monitor and balance our energy, which will determine how fully engaged we are with what we’re after.
What’s great about this book is that, although it’s from 2003, Jill demonstrates how timely it is for life today as most of us navigate the burnout we feel with everything going on in our own lives and the world at large. Per the book...2022-03-011h 08
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 15: The Power of CreativityIn this episode, Prati and John cover what creativity means to them and how they seek to tap into their own intentional creative power.All of us are capable of some form of creativity. Each of us has a unique voice that can come through in whatever fashion we choose to share it. The problem is most of us don’t know it or don’t feel we can express it.What is your creative power – whether as an artist or a creator (creating whatever it is you desire)?2022-02-2420 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 17: Tonya Harris Cornileus & Courage Is Calling: Fortune Favors The BraveFor this episode, Tonya breaks down the value she’s found in Ryan Holiday’s books – one of which is Courage Is Calling – as well as the path her life and career have taken and the courage she’s still building in her own life (modeled by her own mother).
Tonya is a great example of the ripple effect we can cast through our networks by creating a community where we can all learn from each other. She works to take courageous steps in the world around her, especially to speak, work, and live with her authentic voice....2022-02-231h 10
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 14: The Power of ObstaclesIn this episode, Prati and John cover what it means to be pushed back against in the journey of life, work, and business.Like most things, it may seem cliché, but obstacles serve a purpose. We, as human beings, are meant to be challenged. That’s the way our DNA is programmed – but not our society.We’ve gotten too used to the instant gratification and fulfillment of society, to the point where if things don’t work out in our favor, we might turn away at the first feeling of pressure and resistance we might fac...2022-02-1620 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 16: Randye S. Spina & Where In The OM Am I?For this episode, Randye provides some insight into her life and career and how it serendipitously seems to mirror the book – a memoir -- she’s chosen to cover with me.
Randye seems to be a prime example of those of us who want to show our authentic self, wanting to express who we are and what we really desire, yet didn't quite know which avenue or form that authenticity should take until it reveals itself to us one day.
And she’s taking full advantage of that realization, because it’s never too late. Randye...2022-02-151h 16
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 13: Decision Fatigue in EntrepreneursIn this episode, Prati and John cover the stress and burnout that daily decisions, even in an average day, can cost you in energy, time, and frustration.They each cover how they’ve tackled decisions-making, a process which always seems to be a work-in-process.It’s also important to consider not only the time one saves for themselves in making those decisions (or not making them) but also the impact of those decisions on others.How do you go about streamlining your decision-making process in your business -- or even at work or at h...2022-02-0921 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 12: New Year’s ResolutionsIn this episode, Prati and John cover how they look at new year’s resolutions – the pro’s and cons, what works and what doesn’t, and where they each stand today.They have a similar perspective on this topic: We need to keep balance between the short-term and the long-term. It’s about what we need to do today to get to where we want to be tomorrow.And we have to understand how bad we want it.This conversation lead down some different twist, turns, and tangents. But it all ties in togethe...2022-02-0221 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 15: Tina Kadish & F.R.E.E.D.O.M. – 7 Steps to Thrive in Life and BusinessFor this episode, Tina walks me through what drove her to seek her own FREEDOM from professional unhappiness, helping her prioritize and allowing more time for what makes her happy – and that’s what she hopes to guide her clients through.
There’s more out there for each of us – if we choose to seek it out.
In F.R.E.E.D.O.M., Tina breaks down and provides action steps for the concepts behind the acronym – Faith, Release, Evaluation, Energy, Determination, Optimism, and Mindset.
Tina has over two decades experience in Leadership...2021-12-1548 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 11: Our Immigrant StoriesIn this episode, Prati and John share their immigrant stories and how those stories contribute to who they are today.Neither of them would be quite who they are today without those stories as a foundation and backdrop. It’s so nestled in their psyche that they share how even their kids will benefit from those lessons.What’s especially great about this conversation is the appreciation shared for stories that are born right here in our country.What is your story and background, regardless of where you were born? What are the obst...2021-12-1421 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 10: How To Stop Chasing Shiny ObjectsIn this episode, Prati and John cover the impulsive nature most of us may have to chase that next big thing, acting on it because we’re hypnotized by how we perceive it, be it a relationship, material object, or a business move, for example.The important thing is to remember why we’re doing it and learning from our actions.In the episode we provide various examples across those different categories above, including instances of it in parenting.What are those next big things you jump to without thinking or doing your due...2021-12-0822 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 14: Jessica Pare & Be The Beacon: A Ladies Power Lunch Transformative AnthologyFor this episode, Jess shares her long journey of uncertainty and self-discovery – one which lead her right to where she’s supposed to be, allowing her to tap into what she feels she was meant to do while helping others along the way. She shares her major lesson in one of the chapters of the Be The Beacon anthology.
Be The Beacon offers stories from women across a spectrum of journeys, from those looking to discover what is meant for them to those who are further along in their path, reaching back to share the stories of thei...2021-11-181h 09
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 9: Toxic PositivityIn this episode, Prati and John cover the toxicity that MAY exist within us when helping people.That may sound a bit off. We’re not saying don’t help people. We’re saying make sure you’re helping people for the right reasons…that resonate with you (first) and not because it’s the thing to do.Too often we do things because of how “noble” it may look to help others – without feeling true deep satisfaction within ourselves.Which instances of toxic positivity can you find in your life, business, work, or relationships...2021-11-1722 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 8: Why We ProcrastinateIn this episode, Prati and John cover, or at least try to figure out, why the hell they take so long to get certain things done!We all procrastinate to some degree, right?Is it fear? Lack of confidence? Can we find the root cause?Prati and John speak to each of those questions while giving examples from their own lives, explaining how they try to shake themselves out of the BS that is procrastination.The book Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones also...2021-11-1122 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 13: Eric Lucrezia & Obvious Adams: The Story of a Successful Business ManFor this episode, Eric shares the lessons he’s taken away from Obvious Adams, which was first published in 1916. From his own experience in higher education, specifically in the field of MBA programs in world-renowned institutions, Eric has seen both the respect the book has garnered in business academia and the impact of the book on his own life and work.
Obvious Adams offers a great lesson in how often we overcomplicate our lives, work, and business, forfeiting the choices that can be more obvious for the more complex path.
Eric is the founder of Ca...2021-11-1152 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 12: Connor DeLaney and They Ask You Answer: A Revolutionary Approach to Inbound Sales, Content Marketing, and Today's Digital ConsumerFor this episode, Connor, in breaking down the book, shares with me the power of meeting the customer where they need to be by making their experience as streamlined and efficient as possible. We share stories of what drives use to help others, striving for efficiency, and the simplicity companies often abandon when they turn a blind eye to their everyday resources – their people.
Connor is the Member Success Manager at IMPACT+. An innovator at heart, Connor is always bringing new ideas to the table and challenging the norm to find better solutions for both the teams and...2021-11-031h 07
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipJohn's Read On...The 2nd StackIn this episode, I give a quick breakdown of the books I’m currently reading.
It’s such a random combination of books, and it speaks to the power of what we bring to relationships, what leadership really means, how we need to be pragmatic about the things we can’t control in life, controlling what we can to fascinate others, and studying how to develop great habits.
I love studying leadership, and although there's only one book listed here that speaks explicitly about leadership, all of these, in one way or another, apply to leader...2021-10-3125 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 11: Jess Mand and Frequency: The Power of Personal VibrationFor this episode, Jess and I read a book she selected for us to cover. Every so often each of us may come to a point where something may seem off between us and our environments. Something doesn’t reconcile. Something doesn’t click. The best of us doesn’t come out.
Frequency offers insight into why that might be – that those environments, people, or experiences are neither tapping into our energy nor elevating its frequency to where it needs to be.
Jess is an award-winning, results-driven communications leader and Founder of INDEMAND Communications, who helps co...2021-10-281h 13
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 7: A COVID New NormalIn this episode, Prati and John cover what the “new” normal might look like after COVID. What have we changed? What have we learned? How have we grown? What lessons will we remember?It’s likely most people have been gleaning lessons from this pandemic experience. Some may not. Each one of us has a different way of reacting to obstacles.There doesn’t seem to be a right or wrong way. It’s what works for YOU.What have you learned during COVID, whether it’s personal, professionally, or business-related?2021-10-2719 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 6: It’s Never Too LateIn this episode, Prati and John cover the idea that it’s never too late…for anything. They have both ventured into their businesses later in their careers. They’re works-in-progress -- but they’re okay with that.What is it that stops people from just getting started and taking that first step -- especially when they believe their "time" has passed? Don't they understand how much it is within their power to design their life in whatever way possible? For Prati and John, it seems to be about the journey and power of the everyday...2021-10-2021 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 5: Manage Energy, Not TimeIn this episode, Prati and John cover how energy – the life force that makes each one of us unique – impacts what we get out of life.Long before becoming an energy coach, Prati was attuned to how the energy of others impacted her own. Once she became a coach, she then truly understood the power of what that energy meant and how to harness it.This conversation is about listening to yourself and creating the life you want without compromising on anything. You can’t show the true you to the world if you don’t recogn...2021-10-1322 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 4: Definition of SuccessIn this episode, Prati and John talk about success, what it means to them, and where they currently stand in their own definitions of success.Success is so subjective. It can look different to each one of us.So, it’s on each of us to find our own definition of success. This conversation can’t provide the final answer for you. But it’s a great first step in self-reflection for that path.What is your own definition of success? How close are you to achieving it?2021-10-0621 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 10: Dave O’Brien and The Navigator’s Handbook: 101 Leadership Lessons for Work & LifeIn this episode, David and I discuss the journey to writing his book, his passion for enabling people, and how the power of people setting the example for others set him on his course to being not only a coach, writer, and keynote speaker on leadership but a consummate and evolving student.
David’s Human Resources and Organizational Development consulting career spans 30 years. In his current role, he is responsible for providing Leadership and Team Effectiveness training, coaching, and consulting services to clients including market leaders such as Aetna, Advanced Behavioral Health, Allied World, Behavioral Health Network, Ch...2021-09-301h 06
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 9: Greg Hammond and The Compound Effect“You’re born looking like your parents. You die looking like your choices.”
Most of us are so impatient. We want the big thing now. We want to see our success, goals, and achievements play out ASAP! We want what’s beyond tomorrow – without really looking at (or appreciating) the strides and steps we’re taking on a regular basis in the short-term today. Little changes and little habits -- our choices -- can make a world of difference.
And that quote above was brought up by my guest in this episode, Greg Hammond, Chief Executive Of...2021-09-161h 05
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 3: The Book Leads Podcast SeriesIn this episode, Prati and John cover John's podcast series The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipThe Book Leads podcast seeks to get to the stories of the colleagues John's network. John wants to learn more about those colleagues by hearing about their work and what lead them to their present-day work, a book that has shaped their life and leadership, and the lessons and takeaways from that book they can share with the rest of us.What book would you pick that’s changed the course of your life and leadership?...2021-09-1523 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 2: Advice To Returning StudentsIn this episode, Prati and John cover advice to students who are heading into the new school year. They go into cultural differences, appreciating “weirdness,” and tapping into oneself.Without taking anything away from the great experiences had when you’re a student – and without asking them to grow up too quickly – there’s a mindset that can be provided, options and lessons can be shared with students to strengthen their foundation for growth and development as they go.What advice would you provide to returning students?2021-09-0818 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 8: Angela Silva Mendes and Getting There by Being Here: Life’s Invitations to DanceThe Book Leads – Episode 8: Angela Silva Mendes & her book, Getting There by Being Here, Life’s Invitations to Dance
In this episode, Angela and I talk about her book, which, I believe, came out at a great time for its readers – during the COVID-19 pandemic. Influenced by Angela’s life of experiences where she didn’t quite know where she belonged – but also fueled and empowered by her comfort in that uncertainty – this book can show us all what we can do, within our own power, to handle whatever uncertainty and obstacles life throws at us – by remembering who we...2021-09-011h 11
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 7: Matt Necci and The Road Will Someday BendIn this episode, Matt and I talk about his book The Road Will Someday Bend, which brings together his strong love of history and family – specifically honoring his grandfather, whose life serves as an inspiration for the novel. In this discussion we get into what inspired Matt to write the book, the power of the immigrant stories, and how we can take experiences from our own lives and share our lessons across the generations of our family lines.
Aside from a published author, Matt is a litigator by trade and has a penchant for social media and com...2021-08-2550 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 1: Fear of FailureIn this episode, Prati and John cover fear of failure, what it means, how they approach it, and options for how we can all consider it.Our circumstances and backgrounds are all so different. That makes our fears just as different.But there’s no reason we should be stopped – especially by ourselves – when it comes to demonstrating who we are and what we want for our business and life.How do you tackle your fear of failure?2021-08-2523 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 6: Amy Dunn and (1) The Leadership Challenge / (2) Everyday People, Everyday LeadershipBack to The Leadership Challenge (TLC) we go, as Amy mentions that TLC is also the book she would highlight for this series, as I did in Episode 1. After a walkthrough of how TLC has impacted her, she then breaks down Everyday Leaders, Extraordinary Leadership, the follow-up to TLC targeted specifically to those who are not yet in titled, formal leadership positions.
In this episode, Amy and I talk about how the book has impacted us, how we got into our fields as a result of being introverts, and how out of the 5 Practices of Exemplary Leadership...2021-08-181h 23
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 5: Jenn T. Grace and Fascinate: How To Make Your Brand Impossible to ResistI ordered this book based on my conversation with Jenn, who is the Founder & CEO of Publish Your Purpose. There’s such a disconnect that exists when it comes to the effort of marketing and branding. We tend to reflect ONLY what we think people want to see – which, granted, is very important in order to demonstrate value – but most times we end up forgoing and limiting our uniqueness, authenticity, and what’s at the core of who we really are.
In this episode, Jenn breaks down what she learned in the book as well as how she reco...2021-08-1235 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 4: Jenn T. Grace/Stephen Higgins and I Am MineIn this episode, I interview Jenn T. Grace, a Certified B Corp, Founder and CEO of Publish Your Purpose, and Assistant Principal at the Oliver Ellsworth School in Windsor Stephen Higgins about the I Am Me book.
I Am Me is a compilation of stories written by students ages 3-8 and represents the diversity of the Windsor community. Through their stories the students bring us into their lives, sharing their fears, values, and their family’s cultural stories and rituals.
Please consider supporting this great #community project!
I Am Mine: https://www.amazon.co...2021-08-1228 min
Mindset Talks: Life Beyond The CheckboxesEpisode 0: Introduction to Mindset TalksThe Mindset Talks is real talk between Entrepreneur and Marketing Energy Coach Prati Kaufman and Leadership Performance Coach John M. Jaramillo.In this series, they step outside of their roles as coaches to get to the everyday conversations, covering an array of different topics with their perspectives from different backgrounds -- in every possible sense of the word.2021-08-1119 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipJohn's Read On...The Mindset Talks PodcastIn this episode, I provide more of an introduction to the John's Read On... subseries of The Book Leads podcast and I provide some information on The Mindset Talks Podcast that I'm co-hosting with my friend, colleague, confidant, and collaborator, Prati Kaufman.
Prati: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pratikaufman/
John: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmjaramillo/2021-08-0414 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 3: Kathy McAfee and Actualized LeadershipKnown as America’s Marketing Motivator, Kathy McAfee works with organizations to help them build more robust, diverse leadership pipelines, and with individual professionals who want to be known as experts in their fields.
Through her coaching, training, and speaking services, Kathy helps people build more meaningful careers, stronger personal brands, and successful businesses and teams.
She is the author of four business books, including Stop Global Boring and Sharpening Your Point, and the creator of The Fearless Leader program, an 8-week, cohort-based mentoring program designed to help professionals get their businesses, careers and lives ba...2021-07-291h 05
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipJohn's Read On..."The Book Stack"In this Episode, I give a breakdown of how the books pictured here (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jmjaramillo_overkill-thebookleads-podcast-activity-6820804673340002304-N8sP) are related to the book Frequency (also included in the picture).
I brought all these books to an interview I was conducting with a friend to reflect the themes I saw as common across each of those books and Frequency.
I was getting questions on why I included all of those books as related to Frequency, since I didn't refer to every one. Here, I provide just that -- and a little more...2021-07-2348 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 2: Christina Dufour and The Four AgreementsIn this episode, Christina and I cover The Four Agreements: A Toltec Wisdon Book.
Christina Dufour, an award-winning entrepreneur and founder of the Carnelian Connection, is passionate about helping people thrive and realize their full potential. Navigating the road less travelled has led Christina to live with passion and purpose, offering mindfulness education and coaching on work/life balance and stress management. She has extensive certifications and experience in leadership, mindfulness, meditation, yoga, theatre, and dance. Her business degree and background in management and strategic development gives Christina a unique perspective on the needs of organizations and i...2021-07-231h 13
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 1: Me and The Leadership ChallengeIn this episode I cover the book The Leadership Challenge: How To Make Extraordinary Things Happen In Organizations.
This is the book that, although I only read it once as a graduate student, stands out as the most impactful for me, pound-for-pound.
I give a breakdown of who I am, my background, an overview of the book itself, and what I take away from it -- for both life AND leadership!
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The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 0: Series IntroIn this video I introduce The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & Leadership.
The series aims to get to the heart of the books recommended by its guests by getting to know the guest, their background, and how they believe we can all tap into the book they're recommending.
Learn more about The Book Leads: https://lnkd.in/eFb76ck2021-07-1311 min
A Book and a Chat with John Paul JaramilloJohn Paul Jaramillo is the author of "the House of Order" stories. grew up in Southern Colorado but now lives, writes and teaches in Springfield, Illinois.
"John's is an acute observer and chronicler of hard and valuable lives. The writing conveys great warmth and understanding"
Can't wait to chat with him2013-01-3029 min