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We interview Best-Selling Authors from across the globe to see what makes them tick, how they are helping to change the world and see beyond the pages in every episode of Beyond The Book.

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January 8, 202621 min

Say My Name: Honoring Your Identity, Your Dreams, and Your Truth

"Living truthfully isn’t always easy—but it’s always worth it. And every time you choose your truth, you light the way for someone else to choose theirs."Following the release of Living Truth, Tameika L. Chambers-Pope joined us on the podcast to discuss her story of shedding ideals and expectations, as well as her chapter in the book. Chambers-Pope's chapter entitled "Say My Name: Honoring Your Identity, Your Dreams, and Your Truth" details her personal and professional experiences that led to her version of authentic success.So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

December 5, 202514 min

When Truth Finds Its Voice (Feat: Isah Velita)

"Truth has power—it reclaims you, refines you, and reveals a version of you no longer bound by approval but compelled by purpose and passion. It’s a truth that honors the essence of who you really are and the difference you’re here to make."Following the release of Living Truth, Isah Velita joined us on the podcast to discuss her story of shedding ideals and expectations, as well as her chapter in the book. Velita's chapter entitled "When Truth Finds Its Voice" details her personal and professional experiences that led to her version of authentic success. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

December 3, 202521 min

Prettier When I Speak (Feat: Elizabeth Aguilera)

"They told me I was prettier when I was quiet, but truth has made me luminous in ways silence never could. And I’m not here to look pretty. I’m here to feel alive!"Following the release of Living Truth, Elizabeth Aguilera joined us on the podcast to discuss her story of shedding ideals and expectations, as well as her chapter in the book. Aguilera's chapter entitled "Prettier When I Speak" details her personal and professional experiences that led to her version of authentic success. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

December 1, 202518 min

Why Honesty Isn't Just a Virtue — It's a Survival Mechanism (Feat: Ryan Reichert)

"I am now committed to living a life of honesty no matter what the cost because I know that the benefits of honesty, while sometimes slow to come, far outweigh the temporary safety of deceit. I encourage you to do the same. Speak your truth. Even if your voice shakes. Even if people don’t understand. Even if you’re afraid. Even if it comes with consequences. Because the truth will break what needs to be broken—and will build what’s meant to last."Following the release of Living Truth, Ryan Reichert joined us on the podcast to discuss his story of shedding ideals and expectations, as well as his chapter in the book. Reichert's chapter entitled "Why Honesty Isn't Just a Virtue — It's a Survival Mechanism" shares his personal and professional experiences that led to his version of authentic success. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

October 16, 202518 min

See, Adapt, Dominate: How to Win in Life (Feat: Rainer Schorr)

"In negotiations, as in life, the key to flipping the script is under- standing that adversity is not an end point—it’s a gateway. Once you embrace this, you stop fighting problems and start leveraging them to create breakthroughs. The only real question is, What are you truly asking for?—because the universe doesn’t just reward hard work. It rewards the size of your vision."Following the release of Flip the Script: Using Tactical Empathy to Turn Tough Talks into Breakthrough Results, Rainer Schorr joined us on the podcast to discuss his inspiring story and how utilizing tactical empathy paved the way for monumental life changes. Mason's chapter entitled "See, Adapt, Dominate: How to Win in Life" recounts personal experiences that left a critical impact upon his life, and ultimately charted a path towards success and fulfillment. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

October 14, 202517 min

A Blueprint for the Making of a Leader (Feat: Alyse Makarewicz)

"So, keep going. Keep becoming the leader others want to follow. Because your growth will inspire theirs and that’s how we change everything. One leader at a time. Starting with me and you."Following the release of Phenomenal Business Success: Breakthrough Strategies for Maximum Achievement, Alyse Makarewicz joined us on the podcast to discuss her inspiring story and how she transitioned from a breakdown to a breakthrough in his life. Makarewicz's chapter entitled "A Blueprint for the Making of a Leader" recounts personal experiences that left a critical impact upon her life, and how she ultimately charted a path towards success and fulfillment. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

October 9, 202520 min

Taming the Elephants and Chaos (Feat: Robert Mason)

"As I reflect back, I realize how much my daughter has taught me. Rebecca has taught me the power of resilience. She has taught me the importance of deep connections. And from the second she was born, she taught me how to show up, how to fight for what mattered, and ultimately how to flip the script."Following the release of Flip the Script: Using Tactical Empathy to Turn Tough Talks into Breakthrough Results, Robert Mason joined us on the podcast to discuss his inspiring story and how utilizing tactical empathy paved the way for monumental life changes. Mason's chapter entitled "Taming the Elephants and Chaos" recounts personal experiences that left a critical impact upon his life, and ultimately charted a path towards success and fulfillment. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

October 2, 202517 min

From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Building a Life and Business That Matter (Feat: Nathan Shafer)

"If there’s one thing I want you to take away from this chapter, it’s this: When you hit a wall, don’t panic— pivot. Lean in, not out. That’s how you turn things around. That’s how you turn adversity into advantage. And that’s how you build not just a phenomenal business—but a phenomenal life."Following the release of Phenomenal Business Success: Breakthrough Strategies for Maximum Achievement, Nathan Shafer joined us on the podcast to discuss his inspiring story and how he transitioned from a breakdown to a breakthrough in his life. Shafer's chapter entitled "From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Building a Life and Business That Matter" recounts personal experiences that left a critical impact upon his life, and how he ultimately charted a path towards success and fulfillment. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

October 1, 202515 min

Perseverance and Faith: The Road Map to Success (Feat: Josephine Ozougwu)

Life, like music, is a dynamic, ever-changing composition. Each note, each rest, and every crescendo contribute to its beauty. Trust the composer of your life’s symphony. The melody of victory is already yours—now go and play it boldly and with faith!Following the release of Unstoppable, Josephine Ozougwu joined us on the podcast to discuss her story of grit, determination and perseverance, as well as her chapter in the book. Ozougwu's chapter entitled "Perseverance and Faith: The Road Map to Success" shares her personal and professional experiences that led to her success, showcasing persistence and determination every step of the way. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.

September 30, 202512 min

Speaking Their Language: The Power of Seeing, Listening, and Understanding (Feat: Fran Malkin)

"The best negotiators, the best educators, the best leaders—they don’t force answers; they make space for answers to reveal them- selves. When you do that, when you listen deeply enough, care authentically enough and speak the right language, you don’t just close deals; you open doors, you solve problems, and you might, without even realizing it, be saving a life."Following the release of Flip the Script: Using Tactical Empathy to Turn Tough Talks into Breakthrough Results, Fran Malkin joined us on the podcast to discuss her inspiring story and how utilizing tactical empathy paved the way for monumental life changes. Malkin's chapter entitled "Speaking Their Language: The Power of Seeing, Listening, and Understanding" recounts personal experiences that left a critical impact upon her life, and how she ultimately charted a path towards success and fulfillment. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.