BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books

In today’s episode, we have the pleasure to interview Bill Zujewski, author of What’s Your Life Score: A Playbook for Designing Your Best Life.Bill is a tech executive turned founder, author, and the creator of the GoodLiife Score — a personal balanced life scorecard that helps people design lives full of purpose, health, and happiness. After decades leading high-growth companies and raising a family, he’s now dedicated to helping others measure what really matters and live more intentionally.In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify the most important areas of your life and actually track your progress, why measuring your “Zen Score” might be the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed, and how designing a good life starts with one powerful habit: self-reflection.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Bill Zujewski.To Learn More about Bill and buy his book visit: The Book: https://a.co/d/jjLu0t4Website/Socials: https://www.goodliife.com/https://www.facebook.com/goodliifeLLC/https://www.instagram.com/goodliifellc/https://twitter.com/GoodLiifeLLChttps://www.linkedin.com/company/goodliife/Chapters: 0:00 Intro1:27 Life advice for Bill’s kids and building strong relationships5:42 Reflecting on life and how you’d feel if it ended today11:53 Dreaming, daily goals, and stacking small wins14:39 Using reflection questions to plan and take action17:22 Exploring income options while pursuing your purpose24:48 How coaching and accountability can drive progress30:23 What balance really means and how it evolves33:32 Thoughts on relationships, partnerships, and family35:43 How CEOs influenced Bill’s perspective________________________________________________Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

The World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!  In today’s episode, we have the pleasure to interview Ryan Leak, author of How to Work with Complicated People: Strategies for Effective Collaboration with (Nearly) Anyone.Ryan is a New York Times bestselling author, executive coach, and speaker who delivers over 100 keynote talks a year to Fortune 100 companies, pro sports teams, and world-class organizations. He’s also the author of Leveling Up and Chasing Failure, and his mission is to help people lead better, collaborate better, and live better—even when it’s complicated.In this episode, you’ll learn why the people around you matter more than the job title on your résumé, how to improve your own emotional intelligence before expecting it from others, and practical ways to transform tension into teamwork, especially when working with difficult personalities.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Ryan Leak.To Learn More about Ryan and buy his book visit: The Book: https://a.co/d/cMUREncWebsite/Socials: https://www.ryanleak.com/https://www.instagram.com/ryanleakhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanleak/https://www.facebook.com/theryanleak/https://www.youtube.com/c/ryanleakChapters: 0:00 Intro1:26 Being seen as difficult and becoming easier to work with6:01 Bringing self-awareness into your work dynamics10:22 Respecting others’ pace and using assessment tools13:39 Encouraging open disagreement and honest conversations20:27 Preparing talks by asking what the audience needs23:34 Starting with small public content to test bigger ideas30:00 How the book improves understanding in relationships32:45 Ways to reach Ryan33:10 A personal story and summary of key ideas________________________________________________Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

The World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!  ————————————————————————————————In today’s episode, we have the pleasure to interview Dr. Emily Anhalt, author of Flex Your Feelings: Train Your Brain to Develop the 7 Traits of Emotional Fitness.Dr. Emily is a clinical psychologist, executive coach, and cofounder of COA — the gym for mental health. Over the past two decades, she has worked with hundreds of leaders and high performers, conducted original research with top psychologists and entrepreneurs, and collaborated with companies like Google, Salesforce, and the NBA to promote emotional fitness at scale.In this episode, you’ll learn why discomfort is the gateway to everything meaningful in life, how to build emotional fitness through seven powerful traits, and what it really looks like to “train your brain” for success in business, leadership, and relationships.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Dr. Emily Anhalt.To Learn More about Dr. Emily and buy her book visit: The Book: https://a.co/d/gWQWNoGWebsite/Socials: https://www.dremilyanhalt.com/https://www.instagram.com/dremilyanhalt/https://x.com/dremilyanhalthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dremilyanhalt/01:26 Elmo, emotional intelligence, and how the pandemic raised awareness of mental health  03:11 Discomfort as a necessary part of growth  07:04 Cultural attitudes toward mental fitness vs. physical fitness  12:36 Why co-founder conflicts are a leading cause of startup failure  14:43 Intergenerational trauma and healing  17:34 Emotional literacy in schools and society  19:46 The 7 traits of emotionally healthy individuals  22:13 Practical examples of emotional fitness habits  24:23 Using mindfulness to handle discomfort  27:10 Curiosity as a tool for self-reflection  27:52 Self-awareness and mindfulness for emotional regulation  29:33 Building resilience through experience and philosophy  32:28 Understanding and applying empathy  33:46 What effective communication involves  35:17 The role of playfulness in emotional well-being  36:37 Emotional growth through consistent practice  40:13 Using physical practices to develop emotional strengthJoin the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

The World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast! In today’s episode, we have the pleasure to interview Dr. Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau, author of Who’s In Charge? Lead with Real Power and Create an Impact in a Chaotic World.Dr. Sylvia is an executive coach to leaders and changemakers, she has a PhD in international relations, and is the founder of the SMART Power Method. She spent over two decades developing leaders inside major institutions like the European Investment Bank, and now helps top performers lead with more purpose, energy, and impact.In this episode, you’ll learn how to shift from outdated leadership rooted in fear and control to a new model based on authenticity and collaboration, how managing your energy — not just your time — is the key to powerful leadership, and why building a legacy you’re proud of starts long before retirement.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Dr. Sylvia Rohde-LiebenauTo Learn More about Sylvia and Buy her book visit: The Book: https://a.co/d/3wuz8WFWebsite/Socials: https://www.smartpowermethod.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvia-rohde-liebenau-phd-b51b0328/Chapters: 0:00 Intro1:30 Why Sylvia wrote the book & her view on purpose-driven leadership4:59 Why old-school, power-based leadership no longer works9:42 Nick on corporate friction: too many layers, slow decisions11:12 Modern leadership: collaboration over transactions13:02 Energy as a key to effective leadership15:18 The 4 layers of energy: physical, emotional, mental, spiritual20:10 Emotional energy drains & how to manage them25:08 Using AI to enhance leadership and collaboration28:49 Why leaders need interdisciplinary thinking32:23 Bonus principle: systemic thinking35:19 Legacy and leading with purpose37:50 Final lesson: lead with love, not fearJoin the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

The World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast! In today’s episode, we have the pleasure to interview Devin Sizemore, author of Connection Expansion: You Are One Connection Away From Massive Success in Your Life and Business.Devin is a connector, consultant, and best-selling author who has spent his career helping professionals and entrepreneurs build purpose-driven networks. With a background in launching companies from a marketing agency to a cat café, Devin brings real-world experience and a proven system for generating consistent, high-value referrals.In this episode, you’ll learn how to move beyond one-to-one networking and start building scalable and strategic connections, how to fix the most common referral mistake most people make, and how to create a follow-up system that drives massive business growth without feeling transactional.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Devin Sizemore.To Learn More about Devin and buy his book visit: The Book: https://a.co/d/0I6enfmWebsite/Socials:https://devinsizemore.com/https://www.instagram.com/dpsizemorehttps://www.facebook.com/dpsizemorehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dpsizemore/Chapters:1:28 – Devin’s $1M loss and business journey4:34 – One connection can change your life7:03 – How curiosity leads to powerful relationships8:42 – Be a super connector (and stop asking the wrong way)12:51 – Focus on giving and building real relationships14:48 – How to give value at networking events16:52 – Master follow-ups with CRMs21:52 – Devin on collaboration and co-creation25:30 – Always be learning — put yourself in new rooms31:02 – Devin’s most impactful book recommendations 34:02 – How to connect with Devin online34:34 – Giving back to the world through A.C.E.S. 35:25 – Spotting valuable connections + using contact tags38:18 – What legacy do you want to leave?-------Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

In today’s episode, we have the pleasure to interview Dr. Joe Vitale, author of Zero Limits Living: The Three Essential Pillars to Achieving All Your Life’s Goals.Dr. Joe is a globally recognized spiritual teacher, bestselling author, speaker, and a star in the movie The Secret. He’s published over 90 books, created 15 music albums, and is known for his deep work in personal transformation and the Law of Attraction.In this episode, you’ll learn why most of us unknowingly live with limiting beliefs, how Dr. Joe discovered and embraced the powerful Hawaiian method called Ho’oponopono, and how you can use simple daily “cleaning” to experience more freedom, clarity, and peace.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Dr. Joe Vitale.The Book: https://a.co/d/gWvfuNAWebsites/Socials: https://zerolimitsmovie.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/5eqwssEcOs43l1OYA6ptnl?si=91UdAt8cQdSenimAeJjsnAhttps://www.instagram.com/drjoevitale/?hl=eshttps://miraclescoaching.com/Chapters: 1:21 – Ho‘oponopono Heals Hawaii Prisoners3:13 – Dr Joe’s Quest for Human Limits4:27 – Cultural Causes of Limiting Beliefs7:05 – Feeding Freedom vs. Feeding Limitations10:01 – Brian Tracy’s Law of Accumulation10:40 – Filmmaking His Message14:09 – Ho‘oponopono and the Hawaiian Therapist19:50 – Ho‘oponopono’s Four Essential Phrases22:12 – Problems Lie Within25:36 – Cleansing Your Life’s Path28:15 –  Music & Action: Dr Joe’s Process32:43 – Martial Arts & Strength ExplorationJoin the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)

In this engaging discussion, Milan Kordestani, a Gen Z tech founder and bestselling author, dives into the transformative potentials of psychedelics and AI for mental health. He explores how these concepts tie into human flourishing and innovation. Milan highlights the significance of cultivating curiosity as a vital skill and shares insights on organizing digital knowledge for personal growth. His reflections on neuroplasticity reveal how embracing mortality can inspire meaningful experiences, blending personal development with cutting-edge technology.

Jake Claver, author of 'Wealth in Numbers' and Managing Director of Digital Ascension Group, shares his expertise in family office investments. He demystifies syndications and SPVs, explaining how they empower everyday investors. Jake discusses building anti-fragile portfolios and the role of digital mentorship in shaping financial acumen. He also explores utilizing cryptocurrency for diverse investment strategies and emphasizes the importance of networking and knowledge-sharing in wealth creation.

In this engaging conversation, Derick Sebastian, a best-selling author, life coach, and renowned ukulele artist from Maui, shares his journey from childhood passion to a flourishing career. He discusses self-leadership and the mindset shifts required to overcome imposter syndrome. Derick reflects on his emotional experiences performing at major events and the transformative process of writing his memoir. He emphasizes the power of purposeful daydreaming and how Hawaiian culture fosters love and community, shaping one's path toward fulfillment.

The World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!  In today’s episode, we have the pleasure to interview Casey Jacox, author of WIN the RELATIONSHIP, Not the DEAL: Six Common Sense Strategies to Succeed in Life & Business.Casey is a business leader, keynote speaker, executive coach, podcaster, and former top-performing sales executive with over 20 years of experience. As the number one sales rep nationwide for ten consecutive years at Kforce, Casey later became the President of Client Strategy & Partnerships, where he led a sales transformation. Now, as the founder of Winning The Relationship, LLC, he helps companies and individuals develop deeper, more authentic relationships that drive long-term success. He is also the host of The Quarterback DadCast, a podcast dedicated to helping fathers lead with emotional intelligence.In this episode, you’ll learn why relationships—not transactions—are the key to sales success, how to develop emotional intelligence as a competitive advantage, and practical ways to slow down and ask better questions that create lasting business relationships. Casey also shares his framework for curiosity, humility, and patience in sales and leadership, as well as actionable strategies for building trust and winning in both business and life.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Casey Jacox.To learn more about Casey, buy his book , and other resources follow the links below:The Book:https://a.co/d/1sjZ1X2Website: http://www.caseyjacox.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/caseyjacox/Chapters: 1:53 – Why Casey Wrote the Book for His 23-Year-Old Self 3:19 – What Is EQ? Developing Emotional Intelligence 7:50 – The Golf Course Mindset in Networking 10:53 – Patience in Relationships 12:27 – Effective Meeting Recaps & Patience 15:16 – The Power of Belief in Selling 22:24 – The Golden Rule: Impact Through Energy 26:12 – Influential Lessons: Lincoln & Leadership 36:56 – Nick on Reid Hoffman & LinkedIn 39:25 – Parenting and Sales: Lessons from Casey 42:28 – Sales Insights from Man’s Best Friend 46:53 – Stay Curious & Final Thoughts________________________________________________Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!