037 - Using Spiritual Principles to Create a Debt-Free Life

Derek Mazzarella shares his passion for helping individuals achieve financial freedom. As a certified financial planner with a strong management background from Bryant University, Derek has earned prestigious 5-star wealth professional recognition multiple times for his track record of serving numerous clients. Tune in to gain valuable financial insights from Derek's wealth of experience and expertise!

 

Guest

Derek Mazzarella | Financial Advisor

justretirealready.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• How to get down and dirty; planning retirement and facing the unknown.
• What are the biggest pitfalls in planning retirement and overcoming it.
• Why you should be planning retirement early.

 

Book

Just Retire Already: An Unconventional Retirement Guide

 

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Discover the Secrets to a Rewarding Retirement

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

It’s all about consistency.

 

Favorite Book

The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón (Author), Lucia Graves (Translator)

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Jessica Andersen, an editor turned book coach who embarked on a life-changing journey from the USA to France in 2010. Since establishing her business in 2020, she has collaborated with authors worldwide on numerous books. As the founder of the Brand Book Bootcamp, Jessica caters to entrepreneurs seeking to transition from content marketing to a brand book. Discover how this strategic move can establish you as an authoritative voice, effortlessly attracting ideal clients.

 

Guest

Jessica Andersen

Brand Book Studio

jessicalandersen.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• How can entrepreneurs effectively use brand books in marketing their business.
• Why entrepreneurs should start focusing on personal branding.
• Why a brand book has a place in your business marketing.

 

Free Gift

Video – How to replace all your content marketing with the Profitable Brand book Method.

The Profitable BRAND BOOK Roadmap

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

Hire a coach that is an expert on what you need.

 

Favorite Book

Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl

 

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Bridget's expertise as a speaker and brand strategist, coupled with her background as a former publisher, makes her a master at crafting compelling messages and amplifying brand visibility. Bridget shares invaluable insights on growing your audience and making your brand stand out.

 

Guest

Bridget Sicsko

Speaker, Brand Strategist and the Co-Founder of Visibility on Purpose

visibilityonpurpose.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• How having a book shapes your personal brand.
• Why your personal brand will always be uniquely your own.
• How to highlight something of value that is impactful.

 

Opportunities to work with Bridget and Visibility on Purpose

From Author to Iconic Workshop

Pitch Party Course

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

Look for a diverse community that will support you. And a business partner that listens and share ideas with.

 

Favorite Book

Outrageous Openness: Letting the Divine Take the Lead by Tosha Silver

The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines Into Massive Success & Happiness by Jeff Olson

 

 

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Explore the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina with Sandy Rosenthal, founder of Levees.org, and discover how her investigative team exposed the Army Corps of Engineers' role in the levee breach disaster. Sandy’s experience inspired her podcast, "Beat the Big Guys," where she coaches a national audience on tackling challenges in their communities.

 

Guest

Sandy Rosenthal

Author, Founder

levees.org

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• How one can make an impact despite facing enormous challenges.
• What it’s like to deal with the positive and the negative backlash after an exposé.
• How to make the most of being both an expert and an author.

 

Book

Words Whispered in Water; Why the Levees Broke in Hurricane Katrina

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

You got to get out of the clouds, and reach out. Show your physical presence.

 

Favorite Book

The End of Nature by Bill McKibben

 

 

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Discover Caterina Rando’s journey and expertise, including her bestselling books, "Learn to Think Differently" and "The ABCs of Public Speaking." Explore the impact of her Thriving Women in Business Center in San Francisco, a hub for workshops, and the Thriving Women in Business Giving initiative, raising funds for women and girls' education and entrepreneurship training.

 

Guest

Caterina Rando

Thriving Women in Business

caterinarando.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• Why authoring a book makes you stand out compared to those without.
• Why it is important that the book you are selling be in line with your message.
• Why having a book isn’t the same as having a business.

 

Book

ABCs of Speaking: Your Building Blocks to Speaking Success

 

Free Gift

Caterina’s Quick Links

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

Determination is what is takes to be a thriving entrepreneur.

 

Favorite Book

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear

 

 

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Meet Kristi H. Sullivan, a powerhouse in Human Design and Self-Care! As the lead author of the best-selling Amazon book, "Stop Overworking & Start Overflowing," Kristi guides spiritually-minded women to transform their lives using Human Design.

 

Guest

Kristi H. Sullivan

Human Design Expert and Author

kristihsullivan.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• What is Human Design, and how does it connect to taking care of yourself?
• Why does understanding your design help you find happiness and contentment?
• Understanding how you are uniquely designed is important.

 

Book

Stop Overworking and Start Overflowing: 25 Ways to Transform Your Life Using Human Design

 

Free Gift

Join the Facebook Group

Kristi's Human Design & Self Care Community

facebook.com/groups/kristihsullivan

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

Find your Human Design. Make selfcare as a part of your business strategy and know that even the formula for selfcare has to be yours that’s unique.

 

Favorite Book

The Red Tent by Anita Diamant

https://www.amazon.com/Red-Tent-20th-Anniversary-Novel/dp/0312427298

 

Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia

https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Pray-Love-Everything-Indonesia/dp/0143038419

Episode Summary

Meet Laura Templeton, the force behind 30 Second Success! With 25+ years in marketing, Laura is more than a Speaker, Author, and Chief Instigator; she's your friend and business confidant. Known for making everyday talks interesting, she's an expert in AI-powered impactful branding. Join us on Authorpreneur for eye-opening insights!

 

Guest

Laura Templeton

Chief Instigator

30SecondSuccess.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• Why is it important to understand and use AI as a tool.
• How to overcome the fear of AI-powered tools in your business.
• What strategies to use for AI to communicate your brand effectively.

 

Book

Stand In Your Brand: Harness the Power of AI for Brand Success, Efficiency, and Client Attraction

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

Have a marketing plan that can be implemented easily.

 

Favorite Book

The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months by Brian P

 

 

 

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Dive into the world of audiobooks with Mary Catherine Jones, the authority in the realm of spoken words! As the owner and executive producer of Voice Over Vermont, LLC, Mary is dedicated to capturing the essence of every story through audio. Her insatiable curiosity is the driving force behind her work. Join us for an episode that explores the magic of audiobooks and the passion Mary brings to every spoken word project.

 

Guest

Mary Catherine Jones

Owner, Executive Producer

Voice Over Vermont, LLC

voiceoververmont.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

• Why Audiobooks are better and why does it matter.
• Why is it important to use Audiobooks to make books more visible and, as a result, sell more copies.
• What informative organizations that authors need to know in order to publish or promote their books effectively.

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

Being a good entrepreneur means always remaining open, be flexible to change, and hire the help that you need.

 

Favorite Book

Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr

 

 

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A mentor to people who stutter globally, and now an author Larry Stein, stuttered for 50 years, then worked through his speech to become a public speaker. Learn about Larry’s journey and what made the difference for him.

 

Guest

Larry Stein

Stein On Stuttering

steinonstuttering.com

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn: 

• How someone can overcome physical flaws and ways to get the better of it.
  Why acknowledging deficiencies can hasten progress in improving one self.
  Why consistency can be big factor in overcoming shortcomings.

 

Book

Free To Speak: My Journey from Stuttering to Public Speaking

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

Change is possible, and you can change your life.

 

Favorite Book

God in Search of Man: A Philosophy of Judaism by Abraham Joshua Heschel 

Episode Summary

Dean Anderson celebrated ten years of sobriety in 2023 with his book FINDING MYSELF SOBER. This enlightening discussion covers the impact of his sobriety on his life, his family, and his business relationships.

 

Guest

Dean Anderson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-s-anderson/

 

Highlights

In this episode you will learn:

·         What Dean began to focus on with clients in sobriety

·         How his sobriety impacted his work-life

·         Why he thinks this book will serve anyone who isn’t fully comfortable with a traditional 12-step program

 

Book

Finding Myself Sober

 

Recommendation for Every Entrepreneur

it is so much better to do business with people that we really know, trust, and love.

 

Favorite Book

To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee

 

 

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