The Optimal Life with Nate Haber

Alexandra Free is the author of, "From Zero to Zen: A Guide to Help You Thrive as a Caregiver," a book that helps people navigate the unknowns of what it takes to be a caregiver while still maintaining one's own sanity and well-being. She wrote the book after her mother's passing which was preceded by a decade-long battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Learn more at https://alexandrafree.com

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Ken Rusk is a blue-collar entrepreneur who typically advocates skipping college and instead pursuing a career in skilled trades. His book, "Blue-Collar Cash: Love Your Work, Secure Your Future, and Find Happiness for Life," provides insight into Ken's storied career that started as a ditch digger and then lead to multiple successful businesses.

Learn more at https://kenrusk.com

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*Update: Sara passed away on January 12, 2026. May her memory be a blessing.

Sara Bennett is a 37-year old mother of two who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 36. In this emotional interview, Sara talks about the symptoms she experienced, the clinical trial she's currently participating in, how she and her husband broke the news to their kids, and how she plans on managing this life-altering disease.

Connect with Sara on Instagram @TheAnandaPivot

Learn more at ALS.org

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Belinda Ellsworth is the founder of Work From Your Happy Place, a sales-training consultancy helping business professionals execute growth strategies while still maintaining a work-life balance.

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Purchase Belinda's most comprehensive planner The Everyday Entrepreneur Planner

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Learn more at https://wyliemcgraw.com

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Ericka Michelle Richburg is the author of, "Married to the Dream: An IVF Journey," an inspirational memoir about her journey using in vitro fertilization and the ultimate miracle(s) she conceived. She joined me to talk about her emotional journey, divorcing twice (once while pregnant), and what life is like being a single mother of two children.

Connect with Ericka on Instagram at @CNRproductions8

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Nick Hutchison is the founder of BookThinkers, a company helping personal development, self-help and business authors market their books through various means, including videos, reviews, podcasts and social media. His book, "Rise of the Reader: Strategies for Mastering Your Reading Habits and Applying What You Learn," is available now for pre-order and will be on sale in November 2023. He also hosts the podcast BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books, where he has interviewed the likes of Lewis Howes, Grant Cardone and Alex Hormozi.

• Buy Nick's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/c9dE0ln
• Learn more about Nick: www.nickhutch.com
• Learn more about BookThinkers: www.bookthinkers.com
• Personalized Book recommendation: DM Nick at www.instagram.com/bookthinkers

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Jen (Sherman) Rivchun is the daughter of the late Aliza Sherman, a woman murdered in broad daylight in downtown Cleveland on March 24, 2013. Over ten years later her murder remains unsolved.

Jen and local journalist Sara Shookman joined me to discuss the details of Aliza's murder and the emotional toll the case has taken on Jen throughout the years.

Please consider donating to the Aliza Sherman Fund at the Cleveland Clinic

Follow @JusticeForAliza on Facebook

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Dr. Laura Sicola is a leadership communication and influence coach whose TEDx talk, "Want to Sound Like a Leader? Start by Saying Your Name Right," has almost 7 million views. She helps business executives and managers maximize their persuasion and influence by mastering the three Cs of vocal executive presence -- Command the room, Connect with the audience, Close the deal.

Learn more at https://vocalimpactproductions.com

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Sarah Armstrong is the author of, "The Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce: What to Think Through When Children are Involved." She joined me to discuss essential coparenting tips for a good divorce, common challenges and pitfalls that most couples face, and ways to approach this emotional process for the children.

Learn more at https://momsguidetogooddivorce.com

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