Episode 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,

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Carl is, What is the faith that drives you to make the most of what you can in your work and community? (It doesn't even need to be religion.)

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CHAPTERS

00:00 – The Book Leads – Carl Grant III

00:48 - Introduction & Bio

01:54 - Who Carl is today and more information on his work

06:13 - Carl's career path to today

13:06 - How Carl went from atheist to finding his life with and under God

26:17 - How Carl's work today reconciles to who he was in his childhood

27:55 - What leadership means to Carl

32:49 - Carl's introduction to his book

42:20 - Carl's general overview of the book (& books that have inspired Carl)

47:54 - A certain part of the book that resonates most with people

52:40 - Lessons Carl learned in the process of writing the book

01:04:46 - What’s next for Carl's writing

01:07:02 - Lessons Carl hopes others take away from his book

01:09:34 - What Carl is up to these days

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Episode 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 award-winning travel photographer, owner of Autumn Carolynn Photography. Her works can be found in multiple galleries, including the prestigious Northrup King Building, one of the largest art complexes in the United States.

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Autumn is, How would a lifetime of your life's journals read? What would you take away from each of those chapters in life?

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TIME STAMP

00:00 – The Book Leads – Autumn Carolynn

00:50- Introduction & Bio

02:19 - Who Autumn is today and information about her work

03:07 - What her career path looked like up until now

08:48 - How Autumn found her way into photography

17:35 - How Autumn's work reconciles to who she was as a child

18:54 - What leadership means to Autumn

20:11 - What Autumn has taken away from the painful experience of bullying

26:06 - Introduction to Autumn's book

31:31 - Autumn's journey and relationship with Anxiety

37:28 - A breakdown of the parts of the book

43:38 - Autumn's experience in the Noridic country vs. the U.S.

50:13 - Is there a certain part of the book that resonates most with people?

53:54 - What supported to Autumn's resilience

57:42 - What's next for Autumn's writing

59:02 - What Autumn hopes readers take

01:02:13 - The books that have inspired

01:03:26 - What else Autumn wants to share about her work

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Episode 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

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Hiba is, How can we adapt to the outside world and avoid its usual repercussions by instead first doing the deep work internally within ourselves?

FIND HIBA

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TIME STAMP

00:00 – The Book Leads – Hiba Khaled

00:49 - Introduction & Bio

01:49 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

06:31 - Hiba's work and philosophy on "work-life balance"

19:35 - Planning for one's best work

30:10 - The role of women and men and their relationship to stress

38:53 - How did your path into your career begin, and what did it look like up until now?

48:46 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

51:35 - What does leadership mean to you?

55:16- Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

58:31- Hiba's main takeaways from the book

01:02:25 - A breakdown of the book.

01:05:51 - What changed in Hiba after reading the book?

01:12:41 - The power of nuance and the need for another podcast episode to dive into nuance itself.

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Episode 88: Fabienne Guichon-Lindholm & Her Book, Unapologetically Bold: How To Regain Self-Confidence Using The Transformation Cycle While Climbing The Corporate Ladder

ABOUT FABIENNE

Fabienne is a seasoned global learning and development executive with over three decades of experience in coaching and motivating teams and individuals. Through her business, Fabienne Lindholm Rev Ups Your Life, she helps professionals - particularly women – become confident leaders who drive positive change and transformation. As a renowned speaker, facilitator, and professional coach, she has dedicated her career to promoting wellness and education worldwide, sharing her knowledge on management styles, skincare, and well-being. Before venturing into entrepreneurship, Fabienne led the global education department of a cosmetic company, where she supported teams and professionals across the globe. With over 30 years of executive management experience in the beauty and wellness industry, she managed spa teams and operations for luxury hotels like the Waldorf Astoria and consulted with HARPO STUDIO in the U.S. In the past ten years, she has focused on learning and development, training, and consulting with thousands of individuals, primarily women. Beyond her professional life, Fabienne has a passion for promoting wellness, traveling to 60 countries, and lecturing on four continents. Her unapologetically bold, optimistic, compassionate, and funny personality has won over audiences worldwide. She has honed her discipline, resilience, and determination as a marathon runner, completing five marathons. Fluent in French and English, Fabienne describes herself as self-made.

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Fabienne is, How can you use your past to find your heart and authenticity and move forward unapologetically bold?

FIND FABIENNE

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TIME STAMP

00:00 – The Book Leads – Fabienne Guichon-Lindholm

00:47 Introduction & Bio

03:32 Who are you today? Can you provide more background on your work?

13:55 How did your path into your career look like?

27:25 What called her to the philosophy behind her company and mission?

30:06 How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

32:51 What does leadership mean to you?

35:52 Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

39:41 The meaning behind the transformation cycle of Regroup, Relive, Remotion.

51:57 General overview of the book / Breakdown of the chapters in the book.

53:32 Is there a certain part of the book that resonates most with people?

55:49 What lessons have you taken away from the book?

01:00:56 What’s next for your writing?

01:02:28 What book has inspired you?

01:04:29 What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

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Episode 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 MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Aly & Bridgett is, Are you ready to write the book you have inside you?

FIND BRIDGETT

FIND ALLY

VIDEO TIME STAMP

00:00 – The Book Leads – Alyssa Berthiaume & Bridgett McGowen

00:53 - Introduction & Bio

02:21 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

06:04 - What does leadership mean to you?

07:49 - What brought you two together?

10:25 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

14:49 - Can you provide a general overview of the book, including chapters?

26:52 - What does it feel like to look back on your writing and book projects?

37:44 - What do you believe the writing and book-publishing industry will look like with AI gaining traction in creating books?

58:47 - What book has inspired you?

01:03:41 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

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Episode 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

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Joe is, How can you exceed your networking game by bolstering the underlying foundation of it -- your relationship- and connection-building?

FIND JOE

VIDEO TIME STAMP

0:00 – The Book Leads – Joseph Rockey Jr.

0:55 - Introduction & Bio

3:14 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

15:42 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?

24:22 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

30:41 - What does leadership mean to you?

33:00 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

39:27 - Can you provide a general overview of the book?

51:58 - A breakdown of the chapters in the book.

55:19 - What lessons have you taken away from the book?

58:30 - Is there a certain part of the book that resonates most with people?

01:02:39- What’s next for your writing?

01:04:40 - What book has inspired you?

01:07:15 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

This series has become my Masterclass In Humanity.

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Episode 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 through the noise, delivering foolproof advice for real-world challenges. Far from generic tips, her tips focus on practical steps to quickly improve finances, especially for challenges unique to Millennials. Based in

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Annie is, Do people know what you're capable of? Do you?

FIND ANNIE

TIME STAMP

00:00 - The Book Leads - Annie Margarita Yang

00:56 - Introduction & Bio

2:08 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

4:28 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?

11:10 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

18:42 - What does leadership mean to you?

25:38 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing and why did you write it?

36:07 - How did you structure the book? What was the path you wanted people to follow?

39:46 - Is there a certain part of the book that resonates most with people?

47:31 - Can you share the Chapter Titles?

53:25 - What lessons have you taken away

from the book?

01:00:34- What’s next for your writing?

01:03:49 - What book has inspired you?

01:08:51 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

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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 day, when their children were grown up, they would do all the crazy things their kids used to do in their own homes. It was a joke that has eased the tension of trying to get their kids to listen to them without getting angry and frustrated. And it was every parent's revenge fantasy come to life! Chaya has been featured on local television, and websites, social media feeds, and has done readings in schools. Raising children is a crapshoot, you don't know what you're going

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Chaya is, Whether you're a parent or not, what lessons are you sharing forward to help shape the future of your family and/or community?

FIND CHAYA

PURCHASE THE BOOK

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0:00 - The Book Leads – Chaya Topas

0:52 - Chaya Introduction & Bio

3:01 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

8:17 - How did your career start, and what did it look like up until now?

20:42 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

21:50 - What does leadership mean to you?

27:21 - Can you speak to having found your passion in life through writing?

28:09 - What do you hope parents take away from this book?

26:11 - What lessons have you taken away from the book?

32:04 - What book has inspired you?

34:18 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

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Episode 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 his mother, and visiting death lying in a coma are some of the circumstances that outline Ryan's rock bottom. This journey led to a purpose and dedication for people suffering from addiction and alcoholism. More than a survivor, Ryan is a beacon of hope for those still battling their demons. He demonstrates that from the depths of despair it is indeed possible to forge a life filled with purpose and joy.

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Ryan is, How are you empowering your movement forward -- even if it is the fear of something in that past that keeps you motivated?

FIND RYAN

Time Stamp

0:00 – The Book Leads – Ryan Penley

0:44 - Guest Bio

1:59 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

6:38 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?

19:30 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

23:43 - What does leadership mean to you?

23:59 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

28:43 - Can you provide a general overview of the book?

30:38 - A breakdown of the chapters in

46:22 - Is there a certain part of the book that was harder to write, a deeper introspection to reach to write it?

50:06 - What lessons have you taken away

52:57- What’s next for your writing?

54:09 - What book has inspired you?

56:28 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

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Episode 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

It's plain and simple: We're either going to live our life by design or by default. Which one will you choose?

Conversation Highlights

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Samantha is, How do you live your life -- by design or default?

FIND SAMANTHA

TIME STAMP

0:00 - The Book Leads - Samantha Buckley-Hugessen

0:58 - Intro

2:29 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

7:27 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?

20:46 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

24:21 - What does leadership mean to you?

25:09 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

32:07 - Can you provide a general overview of the book?

50:07 - A breakdown of the chapters in the book.

58:39 - Is there a certain part of the book that resonates most with people?

59:26 - What lessons have you taken away from the book?

1:01:38 - What’s next for your writing?

1:02:49 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

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