Respark Your Life

“Not only do we see that we can succeed, but even if we fail, we just get up, dust ourselves off and try again.”  A clear path emerges: work hard, listen harder, and choose businesses you’re genuinely excited about. Success isn’t just profit; it’s finding vehicles that keep you curious and energized, then learning fast when the market teaches tough lessons. The episode distills a practical mindset: sell well, listen well, and keep your timing sharp—because opportunity rewards those who ship before the boom.  From clubs to submarines, Scott Edwards shows how passion and experimentation can compound into track records (and stories) that money alone can’t buy. He leans on sales, timing, and relentless curiosity, while admitting mistakes, pivots, and the importance of dusting off and trying again. The result is an approach to entrepreneurship that’s joyful, gutsy, and teachable.  Scott is a lifelong entrepreneur and producer who launched one of America’s earliest full-time comedy clubs in 1980, worked with Gary Shandling, George Wallace, Bob Saget, Dana Carvey, and Jerry Seinfeld, produced TV series and large concerts, owned multiple companies (including a tourist submarine), and now hosts the Tag Team Talent Podcast.  Learn more & connect:  Book: Be a Standup Comic, or Just Look Like One by Scott Edwards  Book: 20 Questions Answered About Being a Standup Comic by Scott Edwards  Tag Team Talent Podcast: on YouTube and Spotify. Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

“Type two diabetes is 100%, and I’ll say this again, 100% reversible if done properly.”   The journey to feeling better isn’t about chasing the latest fad—it’s about restoring balance and learning how to nourish yourself in a way that truly lasts. When food becomes a source of healing instead of struggle, energy returns, confidence grows, and the body naturally settles into its healthiest rhythm. This isn’t just about weight or numbers—it’s about coming alive again in every part of life.  Dr. Jane Durst Pulkys dives into simple but powerful practices: three real meals a day, space to let your body reset, and the gift of eating foods that love you back. She shares stories of clients who see inflammation melt away and vitality return, and ultimately a sense of freedom they didn’t think was possible. Her message is that real transformation doesn’t come from restriction, but from clarity, structure, and a willingness to put yourself first in a way that benefits everyone around you.  Dr. Jane is a nutritional coach, speaker, author, and PhD whose work helps people reset their metabolism, balance hormones, and reclaim their joy. She has guided physicians, athletes, executives, and everyday people through lasting health changes, and her new cookbook, The Metabolic Balanced Kitchen, brings her approach into beautiful, practical recipes anyone can use.  Learn more & connect:  • Get a free 20 minute consultation when you email Jane directly: jane@janehealthcoach.com  • The Metabolic Balanced Kitchen https://a.co/d/5rdD1qh  • The Book on Confidence, The Complete Guide to Standing Tall on the Inside https://a.co/d/j1DU9A2.  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

“As money is an infinite resource, why is it not taught in school?”   Human potential compounds when you align mastery, mission, and money. This episode distills how to turn setbacks into leverage, why ethical AI can multiply impact, and how financial literacy—actually applied—becomes a force for service at scale. You’ll hear a clear framework: pursue excellence, recruit mentors, and use technology to accelerate outcomes for causes and companies alike.   From Olympic-level discipline to AI-assisted philanthropy, Nick Sinanan shows how to redirect ambition toward good. He recounts qualifying for the Games, surviving a brain injury, pivoting to triathlon, and then chanelling that grit into raising billions for humanitarian work. The playbook: learn daily, borrow belief from mentors, and treat money as a teachable, scalable tool for founders and nonprofits.   Nick Sinanan is a bestselling author, world-class athlete-turned-coach, and global charity matchmaker whose book, Trillions for Good, champions ethical AI and financial literacy for impact. He is the president of both the Rotary E-Club of Wall Street and the Rotary E-Club of Vision New York City. He convenes elite investors and mentors, and quarterly offers founders and nonprofits a path to seven-figure scholarships to launch missions that matter.  Book a 30 minute call with Nick to pitch your startup.  https://calendly.com/office-nick-sinanan  Learn more:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-sinanan-756824179  https://www.nick-sinanan.com/  https://wallstreetrotary.org/  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com   

“If you don’t do anything with it, then it can be taken away from you. So the end result is either you gain more or you keep none. And so we have a choice to make.”  Wealth grows when stewardship meets action. Save first, invest intentionally, and improve your “ability” so you’re trusted with more. Momentum matters—get busy “at once,” compound wins, and cut losses. Markets reflect human behavior, so repeatable patterns appear; learn to read them and you’ll participate in business growth—without needing to run the business yourself.  Wall Street isn’t just about money—it’s about responsibility. The lesson is simple: use what you’re given, take action quickly, and don’t let fear hold you back. Success comes to those who trust their own ability, stay disciplined, and make decisions with courage and faith.  Ron Tank, author of The Moses of Wall Street, is a full-time investor since the ’90s who blends biblical psychology with market pattern recognition (“decision maker DNA”). He teaches everyday investors to act quickly, manage risk, and build wealth through disciplined, values-aligned investing.  Learn more & connect:  The Moses of Wall Street by Ron Tank https://a.co/d/2ARfZUa  RonTank.com/  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

  “I was in prison for 21 years, one month, eight days.”  Justice can fracture lives when incentives reward case-closure over truth. This conversation unpacks coerced confessions, buried evidence, and the long tail of consequences that follow an exoneration—housing denials, job barriers, and the quiet administrative ghosts that never fully clear. It’s also a study in resilience: knowledge, community investment, and purposeful work as a path forward.  From the guest’s side, the story spans a 1992 double-homicide investigation, a cascade of forced statements, and 21 years, one month, eight days incarcerated. The turning point hinged on withheld lockup records proving a co-defendant was in jail at the time of the murders. Post-release, the guest focused on learning law inside, then investing outside—rehabbing properties and backing a neighbourhood steakhouse—while candidly describing the lingering stigma of a vacated conviction.  Deon Patrick is a Chicago exoneree and co-author of The Hazel Boys, sharing first-person lessons on systemic failure, endurance, and rebuilding through investing and community revitalization.  Learn more & connect:    https://www.thehazelboyzbook.com/    Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.    www.Aaron.com

There’s a real thing called fight or flight… people freeze… And that is where I believe FlipLok can, yes, save lives”  Sometimes the best ideas come from real-life problems. This episode explores how one parent turned fear into function by creating a standardized, easy-to-use safety system. It’s about designing under stress: keeping actions simple, empowering even the smallest hands, and ensuring protocols are consistent whether at home, school, or high-security institutions.  Reger reveals how a lockdown drill at her daughter’s school exposed serious flaws—teachers had keys but kids had nothing, and stacking furniture was the only fallback. She responded by inventing FlipLok, a device strong enough to withstand thousands of pounds of force, yet simple enough for anyone to engage instantly. Now it’s protecting classrooms, hospitals, embassies, and offices. Guest bio: Anna Reger is the inventor and patent holder of FlipLok, a high-security door device now used worldwide in schools, hospitals, embassies, government, and commercial buildings. A mother, mentor, and TEDx speaker, she champions empowering communities with standardized safety tools that work for all abilities. Learn more & connect:  https://fliplok.com/  Fliplok on IG  LinkedIn  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!. 

“There’s nothing wrong with you. It’s just fear.”  Fear can quietly dictate the choices we make, often disguised as procrastination, perfectionism, judgment, or people-pleasing. Learning to identify these fear responses allows us to stop beating ourselves up and instead address the real cause. When fear is recognized for what it is, the cycle of self-blame can finally be broken.  Rhonda Britten shares her powerful framework—the Wheel of Fear and the Wheel of Freedom—which helps uncover core fears and replace them with proactive, life-affirming behaviors. Through stories, examples, and practical exercises, she shows how to move from fear-driven reactions to living authentically, courageously, and fully aligned with your true self.  Rhonda is an Emmy Award–winning life coach, author of Fearless Living, and the founder of the Fearless Living Institute. She has appeared on Oprah, Steve Harvey, NBC’s Starting Over, and more than 600 television shows worldwide. Named “America’s Favorite Life Coach,” she continues to transform lives with her proven methods.  Learn more & connect:  Book: Fearless Living by Rhonda Britton  FearlessLiving.org  Grab the free ‘Stretch, Risk and Die Video Course’ at FearlessLiving.org/risk Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

“Reaching your full potential requires that you be authentically yourself.”  Breaking free from limiting systems starts with recognizing they exist. Many people live under invisible rules—whether imposed by culture, family, or belief—that dictate who they should be, what they should want, and how they should act. The real challenge is finding the courage to unlearn those inherited scripts, confront fear, and choose a path that aligns with your authentic self, even if it means losing the life you’ve always known.  Josh B. Morton shares how growing up in a highly controlled religious environment shaped every aspect of his life—until he decided to step away. From confronting harmful doctrines to navigating the emotional fallout of shunning, Josh reveals the mindset shifts that helped him rebuild a life on his own terms. His journey is less about attacking a religion and more about reclaiming the right to think, live, and choose for oneself.  Josh B. Morton is an author, speaker, and advocate for personal freedom. Having spent decades in the Jehovah’s Witnesses before leaving, he now helps others break free from limiting beliefs and toxic systems. His book, Jehovah’s Fucking Witnesses: A Book for Adults About Religious Trauma, Mental Health, and How to Move On, is both a personal memoir and a guide for anyone seeking the courage to create a life they truly want.  Learn more & connect: https://www.joshbmorton.com Book: Jehovah's F*cking Witnesses: A Book For Adults About Religious Trauma, Mental Health, and How to Move On  https://a.co/d/4LU1q6l  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.

“It’s lonely, but you don’t have to be alone.”  Most successful businesses don’t start with a grand plan—they begin as side hustles. Entrepreneurship isn’t always about venture capital, exits, or unicorn status. Often, it’s about following what excites you and figuring things out as you go. There’s a gritty, blue-collar reality to building something from scratch, where the courage to take one small step can open the door to ownership, impact, and freedom.  Anthony Franco shares stories from building and exiting six companies, highlighting the overlooked truths of the founder’s path. He reveals how most of his ventures began unintentionally, powered by curiosity, problem-solving, and a willingness to work hard even when the rewards weren’t immediate. His lessons are grounded, funny, and unfiltered—a refreshing take on what it really means to start and scale a business.  Franco is a serial entrepreneur and the co-host of the How To Founder podcast. He’s launched and sold multiple tech ventures, landed a deal on Shark Tank, and supported hundreds of founders. While his companies have earned awards and media praise, he’s most passionate about sharing hard-won lessons and making entrepreneurship less lonely.  Check out Anthony’s podcast, How To Founder.  https://www.howtofounder.com/ Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!. www.Aaron.com 

“Most of us don’t know how much victimhood we have....I’m going to speak regardless of my voice.”  Many people live trapped in beliefs and identities that were never truly theirs. This episode is about letting go of the victim story and reconnecting with the internal power we often silence—our intuition. Through practices like meditation, journaling, and tuning into subtle energetic impressions, we can begin to hear what life has always been trying to tell us.  Tracy Napier shares her personal transformation from corporate exhaustion to becoming an intuitive life coach. Guided by dreams, inner voices, and the quiet wisdom of spirit guides, she discovered the courage to write her book, launch her coaching business, and step onto the stage despite a lifelong speech challenge. Her story is a masterclass in turning obstacles into sacred assignments.  Tracy Napier is an author, speaker, psychic, and intuitive life coach. Her book, Get Change: How to Become the Master of Your Own Life, is available at TracyNapier.com and on Amazon.  Learn more & connect:  Book: Get Change: How to Become the Master of Your Own Life  https://www.traceynapier.com/book  Website: https://www.tracynapier.com  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author! www.Aaron.com 

“Money is a mirror of our relationship with ourselves and the world around us.”  Many people unknowingly sabotage their financial potential because of a hidden internal setting—what’s known as the financial thermostat. This subconscious setpoint dictates how much money you feel comfortable earning, keeping, or even spending. Until you uncover and reprogram it, your income will keep hitting the same ceiling. This episode reveals the four steps to reset your internal programming and let go of beliefs that block financial flow—like “money is the root of all evil” or “I’m not worth it”—so you can open up to prosperity.  Guest expert Pericles Relles explains how your financial thermostat forms, why it doesn’t budge easily, and how to dismantle unconscious blocks around money. He shares a powerful analogy about the energetic flow of currency and breaks down a four-step process to rewire how money enters, moves through, and accumulates in your life.  Pericles Relles is a transformational coach who has spent over 25 years helping thousands shift their money mindset. His approach blends practical tools and spiritual insights to guide people toward financial freedom and self-worth. He offers a free masterclass at www.ResetYourFinancialThermostat.com.  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

“Each child is different and learns differently.”  Homeschooling isn’t just a backup plan—it can be a powerful, personalized education path that leads to extraordinary success. With the right tools, curriculum, and mindset, parents can create a customized learning environment that respects each child’s pace, learning style, and interests. This episode unpacks how to break free from the one-size-fits-all school model and empower children through flexibility, one-on-one attention, and creative structure.  Deborah Parks Root shares her firsthand journey of homeschooling four children—including a daughter who was accepted into 13 top universities. She discusses how to legally homeschool in the U.S., build or buy your own curriculum, connect with local parent groups, and even integrate public school classes into a hybrid homeschool plan. She also reveals how physical activity, customized scheduling, and local resources can enrich both learning and socializatio Deborah Parks Root is the author of Homeschooling to Harvard, a book that guides parents through every stage of the homeschooling journey—from kindergarten to the Ivy League. A Mensa member and passionate educator, she has decades of experience homeschooling her own children to top-tier academic and career success. Learn more & connect:  You can find Homeschooling to Harvard on Amazon.  https://a.co/d/50zPKlp  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!. 

"If you’re going to sell a business the business has got to be able to operate without you.”  Starting and running a successful business isn’t about one lucky break—it’s about smart strategies, hard lessons, and being willing to do the janitor’s work when you’re the CEO. This episode lays out core entrepreneurial principles like spotting market gaps, reinvesting profits, and building systems that don’t depend on you.  Stephen shares how a simple envelope business opened the door to packaging success—and how losing everything taught him his most valuable lessons. His emphasis on self-reliance, strategic delegation, and the humility to learn from failure provides a refreshingly honest view of real-world entrepreneurship.  Stephen Frankel is a business coach, author of Ten Steps to Starting and Running a Successful Business: Avoiding the Pitfalls, and founder of multiple ventures. With over 30 years of experience, he’s guided startups and small businesses to navigate the challenges of growth and sustainability.  Learn more & connect:  Stephen’s book: Ten Steps to Starting and Running a Successful Business: Avoiding the Pitfalls  https://a.co/d/iZ6N7Yf Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

“Happiness is not an event. It’s a little step by step by step process.”  Happiness isn’t something that just happens—it’s something you build. The key lies in cultivating self-wisdom and deliberately shaping your inner world to respond better to life’s external conditions. Real happiness grows from inside out, and the secret isn’t in chasing thrills but in forming a happiness plan—simple steps you can take to make your life feel more fulfilling.  Carl Barney shares how a radical act of generosity—giving his inheritance to loved ones before his death—sparked the creation of “happiness plans” that transformed lives. He explains that the happiness experiment isn’t just about fleeting joy, but about growing self-awareness and living intentionally with the support of coaching, reflection, and values-aligned action.  Carl is an entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded the Prometheus Foundation and authored The Happiness Experiment. Deeply inspired by Aristotle and Ayn Rand, he champions rational, life-loving philosophy and supports others in crafting lives of meaning and joy.  Learn more & connect:  https://carlbarney.com/category/the-happiness-experiment/  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author! www.Aaron.com 

“I’ve made a life of failing...The journey is the destination”  Chasing your dreams isn’t always about dramatic leaps—it’s about the small, consistent acts of creation and courage. This episode explores the power of storytelling, the importance of doing what brings you joy (even if it’s not your profession), and how the pursuit of meaning can shape a rich and fulfilling life. Whether you’re stuck in a job that doesn’t light you up or thriving in your zone of genius, the principles shared here are a call to live with intention.  Actor Matt Drago shares how growing up in rural Virginia, building characters in his imagination, and grinding through New York City stage roles eventually led him to starring alongside Graham McTavish in Somewhere in Montana. From honoring local stories to embracing failure as part of growth, Matt brings raw passion and a practical blueprint for creative perseverance.  Matt Drago is a professional actor and founder of Dragon Hunter Productions. He stars in Somewhere in Montana and is focused on telling stories from overlooked communities.   Listen & subscribe:  Follow Matt at @mattdrago or visit mattdrago.com. Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author! www.Aaron.com 

“You can be a gardener trying to work against nature… or you can try and surf the wave of how nature works.”  Harnessing nature’s intelligence and artificial intelligence together isn’t just a good idea—it’s how the future of regenerative land design will thrive. In this episode, we explore how one visionary designer has turned his passion for plant life, soil health, and sustainable farming into a system that helps landowners worldwide transform their property into high-vitality ecosystems. From the volcanic richness of the Azores to AI-powered plant mapping, the conversation covers deep principles of how to align with nature’s laws for lasting abundance.  Guest Mathieu Mehuys shares how he scaled his expertise from a family farm in Belgium to projects across three continents, aided by a 9-week masterclass and a custom AI tool that generates location-specific planting plans. He breaks down the “law of attraction” in plants, why most gardeners are unknowingly weakening their soil, and how his award-winning book codifies 12 universal laws of nature for every landowner to apply.  Mathieu is an award-winning author and regenerative land designer. Raised on a farm, he holds a master’s degree in landscape architecture and now teaches landowners how to design ecologically sound, AI-assisted gardens and farms through his book, masterclass, and international consultancy.  Learn more & connect:  12 Universal Laws of Nature: How to Get the Most Potential Out of Your Lands – by Matthieu Mehuys  Transform Your Garden in Just 30 Minutes with Matthieu’s free 30-minute training:  www.gardenofyourdreams.com/freetraining  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

“There is no traffic on the extra mile.”  Creating a true “wow” experience in business isn’t about massive spending—it’s about shifting your mindset from transactional to memorable. That shift, done right, turns customers into evangelists. This episode unpacks how to go the extra inch, not mile, to stand out. The secret? Incentives with high perceived value and low actual cost. Whether you’re a butcher, a banker, or a dentist, adding a dash of magic—what Disney calls the “plus one”—can radically transform customer loyalty and word-of-mouth success.    John Dwyer, founder of The Institute of Wow, drops pure gold with dazzling real-world examples. From giving away free vacations with home loans to turning a hotel into “the chocolate strawberry hotel,” he proves how creative thinking crushes traditional advertising. He shares how a Facebook contest and an AI robot helped a dentist convert over a thousand red-hot leads—and why the Happy Meal toy is the metaphor every business needs. John Dwyer is an Australian marketing wizard and the author of The Avalanche Leads Formula. He’s worked with Disney, launched viral campaigns with Jerry Seinfeld, and helps business owners implement low-cost, high-impact incentives.   Learn more & connect:  Find his resources at theinstituteofwow.com and bookofwow.com.   Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com 

“Sometimes people have trouble getting to sleep because they’re thinking about all the things that happen during the day. So it’s about finding techniques to help you let go of those, the things that are bothering you so that you can get a good night’s sleep.”  Sleep issues aren’t just nighttime problems—they often stem from daytime habits. Sugar, alcohol, stress, cluttered bedrooms, and poor circadian rhythm management can all disrupt rest. True sleep hygiene means looking at the whole lifestyle, not just bedtime rituals.  Sharon Fillmore shares how her nursing background and personal sleep struggles led her to help shift workers, healthcare professionals, and high-stress individuals get lasting sleep solutions. From pain and hormone shifts to screen use and pillow choice, her tailored strategies restore energy and well-being.  Sharon Fillmore is a lifestyle coach and registered nurse with 45+ years of experience. She’s the author of The Vital Link: Nine Ways to Have More Health, Wealth and Happiness and specializes in sleep hygiene for high-stress professionals.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonfillmore/  Book a free session at Calendly.com/TheVitalLinkMentor.  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.   www.Aaron.com 

  "You're being yourself, you're talking about things you're passionate about, and you're attracting people want that out of the companies and people they do business with." Most entrepreneurs struggle to explain their value clearly—especially in under 60 seconds. This episode breaks down a branding strategy called the “Million Dollar Minute,” which helps coaches, consultants, and thought leaders translate their invisible skill sets into visible, powerful brand statements. The secret? Discovering your authentic brand voice and archetype so you stop muttering and start magnetizing.  Guest Nicky Billou reveals how he and Theresa, a seasoned Tony Robbins coach, created a tool that helps entrepreneurs speak in their most authentic voice using archetypes like Hero, Sage, and Explorer. By identifying the words, tone, and energy that resonate with their tribe, entrepreneurs learn to speak naturally and sell confidently—without the slimy sales scripts.  Nicky Billou is a high-performance business coach, branding strategist, and creator of the “Million Dollar Minute.” With a background in elite fitness coaching and decades of experience guiding thought leaders, Nicky helps entrepreneurs build influence, attract premium clients, and respark their life’s mission through storytelling and deep personal alignment.  Learn more & connect:  Find your brand archetype at www.aaron.com/MillionDollarMinute. Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.    www.Aaron.com 

“Who we are in the bedroom is who shows up the next day in the boardroom.” Your business performance can’t outpace your personal alignment. Who you are behind closed doors determines who shows up in the boardroom. When your personal life is out of sync, it ripples into your leadership, your team, and your bottom line. If you want to succeed in business, you need to “yell cut,” rewrite your internal script, and direct your life like a well-crafted film—on your own terms. From overcoming childhood programming to breaking through citizenship challenges, the insights here show what’s possible when you stop being the actor in someone else’s story. You’ll hear how self-talk, communication habits, and life vision shape both your confidence and your capacity as a leader Steve Gallegos is a U.S. Marine veteran, former police officer, entertainment lawyer, and transformational guide. He’s the author of Unshackled and the forthcoming Unleashed, offering practical wisdom for those ready to break free and direct their own lives with purpose.  Learn more & connect:  https://www.steviegsuccess.com/  Books:  Unshackled: This one is for women ready to yell cut and write and direct their own life.  Unleashed: For the man who wants to yell cut and write and direct his own life (Coming Soon)  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!.  www.Aaron.com