DEVON FRANKLIN IS AN AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR, AND RENOWNED MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER.

He serves as President and CEO of Franklin Entertainment, a dynamic multimedia entertainment company with a first-look film deal at Paramount Pictures, a second-look film deal at Netflix, and an overall deal at CBS TV Studios.

HIS INSPIRATIONAL FILMS HAVE GROSSED OVER $175MM AT THE BOX OFFICE WITH MOST RECENT HITS INCLUDING BREAKTHROUGH STARRING CHRISSY METZ (DISNEY/FOX), THE STAR (SONY PICTURES), AND MIRACLES FROM HEAVEN (SONY PICTURES).

Franklin Entertainment has several projects in development including Flamin’ Hot, the true story of the creation of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos (Fox Searchlight), and Daring to Live (Paramount Pictures), the true story of four Black women who went on extreme adventures to overcome their greatest fears in life. 

Variety Magazine named him one of the “Top 10 Producers to Watch,” Ebony Magazine has distinguished him as one of the “Top 100 Influential African-Americans in America,” and Oprah has called him “…a different kind of spiritual teacher for our times.” 

In addition to his work as a producer, DeVon is also the author of multiple bestselling books including THE TRUTH ABOUT MEN, THE SUCCESS COMMANDMENTS, THE WAIT (co-written with his wife, award-winning actress Meagan Good) and PRODUCED BY FAITH. His highly anticipated fifth book, LIVE FREE: Exceed Your Highest Expectations will be released May 4, 2021.

Additionally, DeVon serves on the Board of Governors and is the Co-Chair of the Representation and Inclusion Taskforce for the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences. Recently, he spearheaded the initiative to implement historic diversity and inclusion guidelines for Oscar eligibility. 

DeVon has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California, and lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Meagan.

SPIRITUALITY, FAITH, AND THE ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS

A recognized authority on spirituality, faith, and the entertainment business, DeVon is one of the youngest executives in Hollywood history. BeliefNet named DeVon one of the “Most Influential Christians Under 40.” Variety Magazine called him one of the “Top 10 Producers to Watch.” Ebony Magazine named him one of the “Top 100 Influential African-Americans in America.” He’s been interviewed by Oprah, Dr. Oz, Steve Harvey, Dr. Phil, CNN, and featured in numerous radio, print, and online appearances.

DeVon has a new book out titled: LIVE FREE.

FOR ALL THE CAGED BIRDS,IT'S TIME TO LIVE FREE!

The New York Times Bestselling Author returns with his most thought-provoking book yet, in which he teaches you how you can LIVE FREE from unnecessary stress and anxiety to claim a happier more fulfilling life by learning to set your own expectations rather than accepting those imposed on you by culture, career, and relationships.

For most people, sadly, the answer is “no.” Life today has left us feeling anxious, stressed, and disconnected from ourselves and those we care about the most. It has caused us to feel like we’re not doing enough, earning enough, acquiring enough—like we’re not enough.

UNMANAGED EXPECTATIONS LEAD TO AN UNHAPPY LIFE.

You aren’t in as much control of your life as you think, the truth is… your expectations are running the show.

Expectations are the secret software running your life, controlling your mind, influencing your actions, disrupting your decisions, and hi-jacking your emotions.

Your disappointment with your life comes from what you think should have happened but didn’t.

Your discontent with your career is due to where you believed you would be by now but aren’t.

Your dissatisfaction with your relationships is because of what you feel they should do but don’t.

If this is you, don’t worry there is hope.

LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE NOW

Have more time, more peace, and the courage to live your true life, rather than living for everyone else. Prepare to step into a whole new reality where you are happier, less judgmental, more hopeful—and totally free.

Buy a copy of his book here:

https://devonfranklin.com/live-free/

Connect with DeVon here:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/devonfranklin/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DeVonFranklinOfficial

Twitter - https://twitter.com/DeVonFranklin

HELPFUL FREE COURSES FROM MINDVALLEY:

CPM: https://mval.li/?a=9745&c=2880&p=r&s1=

Sleep: https://mval.li/?a=9745&c=2839&p=r&s1=

Life Visioning: https://mval.li/?a=9745&c=2881&p=r&s1=

Speak & Inspire:  https://mval.li/?a=9745&c=2511&p=r&s1=

Follow The Story Box on Social Media

INSTAGRAM ► - https://www.instagram.com/thestoryboxpodcast/ 

TWITTER ► - https://twitter.com/jay_fantom 

FACEBOOK ► - https://www.facebook.com/thestoryboxpodcast 

WEBSITE ► - https://thestoryboxpodcast.com/

SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE! 

Apple Podcast ► - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-story-box/id1486295252 

Spotify ► - https://open.spotify.com/show/7h8Qv3r2ZV29f7ktJOwmgM?si=FXxYC1JFSHesBv7_d1WtNQ 

WATCH HERE:

YouTube ► - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheStoryBox 

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to YouTube & Apple Podcasts, and leave a 5-star positive rating and review over on Apple Podcasts. Share it around with your friends and family.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thestorybox.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.