This episode: I have a son who’s 17 and is on the autism spectrum. Here’s what you’ll learn about: Autism diagnosis and treatment options. (0:00) Priscilla shares struggles with diagnosis and lack of support. She recognizes importance of addressing underlying causes to facilitate development, not just surface-level therapies. Autism therapies and insurance coverage. (3:54)  Priscilla 's son has made significant progress with alternative therapies despite initial skepticism from professionals. Priscilla struggles to find affordable professional guidance for these therapies, as many are not covered by insurance. Autism fundraising and mixed martial arts event. (7:35) The organization provides grants for therapies to families in NJ, NY, CT, and PA, with 100% volunteer base and low administrative costs. Supporting children with special needs. (11:09) Organization hosts Halloween fun and wellness fest on October 14, with music, food, yoga, and more. Old Belief System (The One Given To Me) Definitely my life is not, you know, A to Z type path like you're not going to just go do this, then do this and you can do this and you can do this. It's very much like A to H. You really don't know what life is going to have or what's going to happen to you. I was an accountant. I was very career focused.  Caving In (The Defining Moment) Back when he was little, we did not really realize that there was an issue. I didn't have any like reference points. I didn't have any kids around. And I think I was also a bit of denial. He didn't get to certain point and then it kind of just stopped. There was no spontaneous language. Coping (Managing Expectations) And I was talking to some of the other people that were involved in the program. And I don't even know how it happened. It was just like one day a decision was made that we were gonna start an organization to help families be able to afford these types of therapies. And it just kind of one thing led to another and then 2018 We got approval. Crushing It (The Turnaround) To learn how Priscilla handled the unexpected diagnosis, listen to the entire episode. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Priscilla, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/priscilla-leto-4b97aa2/ or you can go to Priscilla’s website at http://www.m

This episode: And I've been given basically a death sentence. Here’s what you’ll learn about: Life-changing illness diagnosis and journey to transplant. 0.00 Living with a chronic illness and personal growth. 4:37 Personal growth and self-improvement. 8:01 Rewiring the brain for success and fulfillment. 12:16 Personal growth, connection, and entrepreneurship. 16:38 Old Belief System (The One Given To Me) I had the number one job. I was pursuing that because that's what I thought I should be doing right now because it's what I wanted to do and it was the best way to provide for my family. My relationships I realized were not very fulfilling or all surface level and while I was contributing to my community, I really didn't have anyone that I consider as a close friend or confidant. Caving In (The Defining Moment) Russell was a successful Chief Actuary for a Fortune 500 subsidiary, at the height of his professional career, and was diagnosed with a rare liver disease, Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC), at the age of 39.  Coping (Managing Expectations) And so thankfully, as you can tell I did receive a liver transplant so I'm here and you would think that would be the two by fours. But the two-by-four was really the time afterwards in my recovery.  And it's when I started going back to the same life that I felt before going into that same routine, and recognizing that I just went through this, this crucible of a crisis that I don't really like what I've created in life. Crushing It (The Turnaround) To learn how Russell rewired his brain and began helping professional, career-driven men who have followed that path of success, and found it unfulfilling, find success in life, listen to the entire episode. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Russell, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-creed/ or you can go to Russell’s website at http://theinvictuslife.com/. Russell Creed Bio: As the founder of Invictus Life Coaching, Russell helps high-achieving men get unstuck, refocused, and fired up to write their next chapter. Through targeted one-on-one coaching, inspired group programs, and life-changing adventure retreats, he empowers men to create an unconquerable mindset and live a life of purpose. Russell has successfully held positions as Chief Innovation Officer, Chief Actuary, and Chief Underwriter for a major insurance company. Despite the success, he knows the pain of not living up to your true potential. It was only when he was sidelined with a life-altering illness that his true passion and purpose came into view. While it shook him to the core, his miraculous healing journey shifted his perspective of what’s possible for us.

This episode: And We Started a Journey Through What Was Hell. Old Belief System (The One Given To Me) My dad worked for the same company his entire career, he actually worked for the same company his father worked for his entire career. There was a loyalty I grew up expecting and looking for. I went to start my career with this idea of you go to a company, you start at the bottom, and you do your loyalty thing and you just work hard you work your way up the corporate ladder of America. It was the 1950s through 70s model that I grew up thinking still existed. And that was a very straight line. Caving In (The Defining Moment) My wife was pregnant with our second child. When my son was born, he had a lot of medical trouble. At 15 months my son was diagnosed with cancer. And we started a journey through what was hell. Within three months of his diagnosis, my wife and I found out she was pregnant. My health care benefits have never been more important to me. Then I was laid off from my Wall Street job. I realize my son doesn't have chemo treatment covered by insurance. My wife doesn't have a prenatal appointment covered by insurance. I went to work for another investment company. At which point I was told that I was given an option to be relocated to St. Louis, Missouri, or taking the check that was sitting in the envelope on the table. Coping (Managing Expectations) And then about six months I started going to job fairs. And this guy leaned over the barrier. And he started just talking. He says come in and meet with me. We have this meeting that ends up taking me to lunch and we probably spent two hours just talking about who I was. As a father. What my son had gone through. He's a dad, he has kids and one of his kids has some challenges too.  Crushing It (The Turnaround) To learn how Adam found his value and worth, stood his ground and navigated this circuitous journey we call life, you’ll need to listen to the entire episode. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Adam, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-kemper-marketing-directmail/ or you can go to Adam’s website at https://www.plumbmarketing.com.   Adam Kemper Bio: From a soul crushing job on wall street to being a successful collaborative sales professional, I have seen the bottom and I have seen the top.  I have learned many life lessons and gained a better sense of empathy for others, especially those who feel stuck in a dead-end job.  I learned how to find my value and to know my worth and now I want to help inspire others to do the same. When you know what you are worth, you will never accept less again!

I lived life with distortions.  I chose to make the decision that landed me in a 20-year prison sentence. Still inside of that jail, not understanding the root of why I made the decisions I made, this sentence really forced me to step into some of my irrational thoughts and wonder what's up. Many of us wear masks throughout our life because we believe we need to be the person others think we should be. RJ found his real self while in prison. To find out how and what happened next, listen to the full episode. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about RJ, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rj-johnson-528771235/ or you can go to RJ’s website at https://www.lukechance.com/ and https://uncommonsolutions.com/.   RJ Johnson Bio: RJ has a passion for sharing with others that God is STILL in the Miracle Business while delivering hope and support to the church behind bars. RJ is the author of the awe-inspiring and captivating book God Doesn't Waste a Thing (written by penname Luke Chance) which highlights the many miracles that he encountered while serving 7-years of a 20-year prison sentence.  Having witnessed the transformative power of God in both his life and the lives of those around him through, RJ has founded the exceptional Not My Will Ministries, a 501(c)(3) organization. RJ strives to accomplish two crucial goals while speaking and supporting the community both in and out of prison. First is to educate the community that God is still in the miracle business, while opening their eyes and hearts to the reality that there is a group of men in prison who need to know they are loved and not forgotten. RJ fearlessly challenges those in society to step out of their comfort zone into the Prison Ministry arena. Secondly, RJ’s unwavering dedication lies in supporting and empowering the men behind the prison walls, to discover that their purpose, value, and identity is not defined by their circumstances, but rather through their relationship with Jesus Christ.  RJ has made an intentional decision to live his life with transparency and vulnerability and is inviting you to join him in doing the same. RJ shares this is only possible through accepting Jesus into your heart and making Him your Lord and Savior. Not My Will Ministries Home Page - www.notmywillministries.com God Doesn't Waste a Thing Publisher Page - www.lukechance.com God Doesn’t Waste a Thing Amazon Page – Leave a review of the book - https://a.co/d/2SrVUy6.

This episode: So early on, I have a taste of money, how to make money. I delivered newspapers. I used to do cold calling, even the age of 14 with my parents’ agreement. I also used to put labels on products for a beauty product company. Making money was just a fun thing to do. A real pivotal moment was when my mom was buying a sweater for my brother for the new school year. And I was like, what about me? They were there for girls too. My mom said “well, you have your money, buy your own.” From that moment, I decided that I would not ask for money. I will make my own money. I'll never ask for anything again. That was a really pivotal moment. It’s what prompted me to even become more of an entrepreneur. I wanted to make money because that was my driver point. What's your relationship with money? Do you base your success in life by how much money you have? Were you taught that not having money means mean you were a loser or you were not deserving? If you want to hear how Orly changed her relationship with money from a negative mindset to a positive one, listen to the full episode. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Orly, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlyamor-businesscoach/ or you can go to Orly’s website at https://meetorlyamor.com/.   Orly Amor Bio: Orly Amor is a passionate entrepreneur, international speaker, and bestselling author, who has dedicated her life to inspiring and empowering individuals around the world to achieve their dreams and live a fulfilling life. She is the founder, and Trustee of the You Are My Light Foundation and Trust, a non-profit organization that aims to support and uplift Rescued Victims of Human Trafficking and Modern day Slavery. The You Are My Light Foundation and Trust is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment, education, resources, and mentorship to those affected by trafficking, modern day slavery, poverty, violence, and discrimination. Her commitment to social justice and equality has made her a true inspiration to many, and her legacy will continue to impact generations to come.

This episode: Growing up I was taught to focus on my career and everything else will fall in place. That's not even close to true. I think the really low point was she left in November, two weeks before Thanksgiving. I'm there and I'm thinking, wow, everything. I did all this for my family and now it's gone. I thought, I'm gonna get through this. I'm gonna get through this. I went to counseling, which was a big deal, and it was the girls would go individually and I would go individually with the girls. I’m a type A personality and the first thing I said was, I want this to fix my daughter's suffering. If you have ever have been left when you should have been loved, you know how bad it feels. If you'd like to know how Frank turned it around, listen to the full episode. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Frank, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankzaccari/ or you can go to Frank’s website at http://www.frankzaccari.com/.   Frank Zaccari Bio: Co-Founder of Trust the Process – Book Marketing Program; keynote speaker; Business Adviser; TV Show Host, 5x Best-Selling and Award-Winning Author. As co-founder of Trust the Process – Book Marketing Program 22 months ago, we have created and executed marketing/promotion plans that achieved 11 consecutive #1 bestselling new releases in multiple categories.  A native of western New York, Frank Zaccari served as a military medic in the U.S. Air Force before spending over 20 years in the high-tech industry. His experience included senior positions with Fortune 50 organizations “re-launching” small and mid-size companies.  Frank is a 5X bestselling and award-winner author who has written and published nine books based on life altering events. The last four books Business Secrets for Walking on Water,  Business & Personal Secrets for Avoiding Relationship Landmines, Business & Personal Secrets for Getting Unstuck, and Business Secrets from the Battlefield to the Boardroom,  were awarded Amazon #1 Best-Selling new release status in multiple categories. They are part of a four-book series.  He was just awarded 1st place by The Authors’ Zone for nonfiction business (Business and Personal Secrets for Getting Unstuck) - 1st place for Nonfiction Business for 2022.  He led a workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs at Arizona State University; is a mentor with the Veterans Treatment Court; a mentor and judge with the University of California Entrepreneurship Academy and is an accomplished speaker. Frank hosts a Roku TV and youtube show which, has 235,000 listeners in 42 countries. Education UCLA Anderson School of Business – Management Development for Entrepreneurs Certification Program California State University at Sacramento – Bachelors of Science – Finance.

This episode: Basically, I was that girl who did not want to be front and center of anybody's attention and made it a point to just stay away from everybody. So much so that the first guy who came along and said he loved me, I believed him. Well, that turned into a nightmare. About four years of verbal and mental abuse on top of being bullied and being abused all through school, I’m surprised I’m not the person that curled up into a ball. Just now I’m realizing that all that led to mental health issues. And I guess that's why I'm a huge advocate today for it. If you've ever been bullied or criticized for who you are, which you know sucks, and "changed who you are" to fit in, you probably realized that is not a healthy way to live. Listen to how Dorothy turned everything around. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Dorothy, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorothyann-graham-o-dell-49943026/ or you can go to Dorothy’s website at https://www.unstoppableovercomers.com/.   Dorothy Graham-O'Dell Bio: Dorothy Graham O’Dell was born and raised in Ontario, Canada. She has turned her love of books into her next career, writing them. She loves to help people succeed in life, and when she is not writing or reading, she is helping her community or spending time with her family. Dorothy is also a keynote speaker and helps people share their stories and loves to promote other people. Her life’s purpose is to make sure that people do not feel unworthy. She believes every life matters; she has dedicated herself to helping others overcome their own obstacles and learn to feel empowered to move forward in their lives.

This episode: I was still carrying this grudge towards this coach. This is stupid. He's not affecting my life. He doesn't even care. Which is like when they say it's like swallowing poison and hoping it will help hurt the other person. I went to a college in Ohio that didn’t have football and then I switched colleges with my girlfriend. Ironically, we broke up before I started school in Colorado. So I was captain of the team for two years. I was all-conference for two years. I kind of wasted College. It came easy for me. I didn't want to be there, but I was there to play football and have fun.    If you have ever held a grudge, you know how toxic it is for you. You're hurting yourself and if you'd like to know how Jack overcame regret and his grudge, listen to the full episode. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Jack, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackgelley/ or you can go to Jack’s website at https://www.iheartmedia.com/.   Jack Gelley Bio: If you are someone who wants total control over who hears your message and what that message is then we have the product for you. We reach over a quarter of a billion people per month and we craft your message to target the perfect demographic I drive growth and recognition for my clients by customizing integrated marketing campaigns across multiple media platforms. I pride myself on my collaborative and consultative approach to helping business grow and overcome obstacles. In addition to the services my clients have come to expect, I add value in a variety of ways including connecting my customers with other potential power partners, facilitating dialogue within the client company, and fostering internal and external awareness for my clients. I listen intently and ask detailed questions in order to best learn how I may help my clients, in addition to researching and vetting opportunities, threats, strengths and weaknesses for them. I assist my clients in improving their social media campaigns, mass media integration, and overall marketing mix while ensuring their brand matches their corporate norms and values. I'm also not afraid to tell prospective clients when my services may not be a good fit and will offer alternatives they should consider. My strong track record for my clients is testament to my commitment to their success. And I invite you to meet with me for a free consultation to see if we both find value with each other and can learn from one another.

This episode: I learned that at a very young age that I was very passionate about emotional health, especially with kids. You characterize yourself as an unhappy child, or you think that was the case because you were told you were, and I also I think I was not the person I am now. I mean, I think I am the opposite. I was not comfortable in social situations. I didn't feel confident. That definitely developed big time as I went through high school and then went into college. _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Jessica, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicabushtd/ or you can go to Jessica’s website at https://www.tutordoctor.com/bergen-rockland/.   Jessica Bush Bio: For Jessica, “making learning personal” is not just a slogan – it’s the foundation on which she has built Tutor Doctor North Jersey. For the past 11 years, her instinct for uncovering the unique needs and desires of students and their families – and her passion for helping them achieve their dreams – have been the hallmarks of her tutoring practice.   Her commitment to helping others and sensitivity to mental health advocacy is something Jessica learned from her mother, and she credits her father for nurturing her love of art. Weaving together these twin legacies, she is guided by her intuition to find creative, out-of-the-box solutions to helping students of all abilities overcome even the most complex learning challenges. Jessica and her tutors – many of whom have been with her for years – are sensitive to the range of issues students struggle with today. They understand that learning is often about more than just mastering academics. Whether it’s test anxiety, executive function, or school avoidance, their expertise lies in helping families address these concerns holistically. Just as no two students are alike, nothing about the Tutor Doctor process is standardized. Jessica listens and observes in order to fully understand each student’s goals, frustrations, and unique dynamics, at home and in school. She then pairs the student with the ideal tutor, and together they create a customized game plan. Her aim is to build a support team with a shared commitment to seeing the student learn and grow. Families know they can count on Jessica to be honest, responsive, and professional. She has earned her clients’ trust by being accessible and reliable, as well as by respecting their privacy and maintaining complete confidentiality. Whether helping parents learn to advocate on behalf of their student or navigate the college admissions maze, she is dedicated to making learning personal – every single day. Drew - my artist statement with my art business is very different.. It's on my art website under LEARN if you want to check that out! I recommend you do!  Looking forward....

This episode: Yeah, and quite honestly, for your listeners, if you are experiencing a bully boss, it's not you. It's them. Get the experience, hold your head up high and then leave and be successful. And that's what I did. He was someone that I knew from a prior PR firm and He then started his own agency. And so I reached out he hired me on the spot and I started a few days later and I stayed for eight and a half years.  _____________________________________________________________________________________ To learn more about Andrea, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-pass/ or you can go to Andrea’s website at https://www.andreapasspr.com/.   Andrea Pass Bio: Andrea Pass creates and implements public relations campaigns in a wide range of categories including consumer products, lifestyle, business-to-business, education, health/wellness/fitness, beauty, food, authors, non-profits and more. Andrea Pass Public Relations (www.AndreaPassPR.com) has an expertise in national, regional and local media relations outreach. Her strength in relationships coupled with her knowledge of the ever-growing media base results in securing top tier, targeted media placements to increase brand awareness, reputation management and sales for established businesses and growing entrepreneurs alike. Andrea Pass serves on the Board of Directors of the non-profit United Inventors Association (UIA) and Workshop Council Chair for The Performance-Driven Marketing Institute (PDMI)/. She is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and has created the webinar series “Resonate to Revenue.” Pass is also the Founder of Access Success Networking. She is a frequent guest speaker at events as well as on podcasts.