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Version 1.0.0 Born Or Made: Fear is a Liar. Defeat is Overrated. By Larry G. Dix II https://www.amazon.com/Born-Made-Liar-Defeat-Overrated/dp/1960346431 Larrygdix.com Are entrepreneurs born with a special gift? Or are they made through hard work, failure, and perseverance? As it unravels this age-old debate, Born or Made showcases the paths of those who have reached the upper echelons of business, revealing the secrets behind their success. Illuminated by powerful scripture, these actionable strategies and expert insights from lifelong entrepreneur Larry Dix offer an inspiring roadmap to excellence. Inside, you’ll find: The unwritten “rules” of the top 1 percent of high-achievers. Proven strategies to turn devastating setbacks into money-making opportunities. The mental toolbox to harness your potential grit, perseverance, and growth. Personal stories of resilience and success from leading industry-disruptors and innovators. Hard-won sales techniques and communication hacks from Larry’s multi-venture career. Whether you’re just starting out, scaling up, or navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, Born or Made will remind you that success isn’t just about talent—it’s about the tenacity, faith, and legacy you build along the way, guided by the wisdom of God’s word.About the author Larry Dix is an accomplished entrepreneur with decades of experience building and scaling businesses. He has turned setbacks into success and now dedicates his mission to inspiring and empowering entrepreneurs. Through his Born or Made Podcast, Larry shares insights from top industry leaders and offers actionable advice for navigating the entrepreneurial journey. A sought-after speaker and coach, Larry is committed to helping others grow their businesses and reach their full potential. With a focus on faith, perseverance, and continuous learning, Larry’s work equips entrepreneurs to thrive in today’s competitive world.

6 Aug 38min

Metaphysical Anatomy: Your body is talking, are you listening? by Evette Rose https://www.amazon.com/Metaphysical-Anatomy-Your-talking-listening/dp/1482315823#Metaphysicalanatomy.com Welcome to Metapsychology Coaching! Dr. Evette Rose has worked with over 7,000 clients, uncovering one undeniable truth: unresolved emotions profoundly impact our health, mental well-being, and physical pain. This is the latest version, updated in 2025, Volume 1, and to avoid confusion, Psychosomatics of Children is Volume 3 For Volume 1: In this 1.5 KG, 7 x 10 inches, 680-page book AND 722 medical conditions for adults, you will: Decode the hidden messages behind mental and physical ailments that stem from your ancestry, conception, birth, and childhood. Under each disease, you will find emotional components and precise key points that guide you toward effective alternative healing methods and help you uncover the core issues. The book also includes reflective questions to support you in diving deeper into your psychosomatic journey. In Metaphysical Anatomy, I explore diseases from A to Z, revealing the emotional components connected to each condition and providing practical insights on how to approach them to improve your quality of life. This book offers a step-by-step guide for identifying the psychosomatic patterns linked to medical issues. These conditions may be activated by events in your present life, ancestral lineage, conception, time in the womb, birth trauma, childhood, or adult experiences. Metaphysical Anatomy makes the process more practical, specific, and detailed, ultimately making it far more effective. Whether you are an experienced alternative healing practitioner or someone exploring self-healing for the first time, this book will become an invaluable resource. You’ll love this book and the transformative Metaphysical Anatomy Technique™ (MAT). So, do you think you understand the language of your body? Think again. Join our Decoding the Body's Messages 1-day Workshop and learn how to decode psychosomatic messages of the body! www.matbodyworkshop.com For more information, you can visit www.metaphysicalanatomy.com Follow me on Instagram @dr.evetteroseofficial This book is for everyone! Volume 1, Version 16 has been reformatted to reduce the page count to help support the book's spine. The content remains the same; however, we did adjust the spacing.

5 Aug 34min

Rebecca's Soliloquy: A True Story by Roberta Nee Nee Adams https://www.amazon.com/Rebeccas-Soliloquy-Roberta-Nee-Adams/dp/1489702288 Rebecca Moffatt finds a wounded Union officer on her family?s farm and nurses him back to health?not too remarkable, except that her husband is a Confederate officer away at war! Little does she know that her actions will set into motion a series of events that will see her making a journey of over 250 miles from Obion County, Tennessee, to St. Louis, Missouri. She travels mostly on foot with an older couple who were former slaves on the farm, an old horse, and a two-wheeled dogcart. Her mission is to get her wounded husband out of prison camp there and bring him home. But at what cost? Though there are many volumes of well-documented facts about the Civil War, there are untold thousands of stories of individual struggles and courage of that time. Most are lost to history, but this one has survived, the story being told orally from generation to generation. This true story of grim determination, courage, and the strength of the bonds of love is so compelling that it has survived to be told 150 years later.

5 Aug 27min

The Constitution Kids by Gary Gabel https://www.amazon.com/Constitution-Kids-Gary-Gabel/dp/B0DNNS5H35 Theconstitutionkids.com Alex, Kali, and Roman are three fifteen-year-old friends who live in a small town. Alex is a great communicator, Roman is a bit of an inventor, and Kali is an intuitive empath. It’s summertime, and an adventure is triggered when they find themselves in the middle of a protest outside the local library by people who want to ban certain books. During the protest, people are focused on what they believe to be their Constitutional rights, causing the three teenagers to realize how little they know about the Constitution. In their search for answers, they discover a book with magical properties, which becomes a catalyst in helping them discover what the Constitution is really all about. Join the teenagers as this mysterious book enables them to travel through time and space—bringing to life historical figures like Ben Franklin, Wyatt Earp, Alice Paul, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and many more. Each of these historical figures will teach them about the original Constitution and its amendments. Through the eyes of these three teenagers, you’ll be able to explore what it was like when the original Constitution was signed. You’ll even travel to other countries, like Russia, where you’ll meet Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn in a field within the Gulag where he was imprisoned. The Constitution, by itself, can be a difficult document to read, but The Constitution Kids will bring it to life with unusual experiences, humor, and fun, no matter your age.

4 Aug 34min

The Warrior Sings by Michelle Dosanjh-Johal Michelle-dosanjh-johal.mykajabi.com https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Sings-Michelle-Dosanjh-Johal/dp/1666745812 During the height of suffering, the soul silently speaks. Poetry evolves from the depths of this experience, when one is brave enough to surrender to the darkness and explore its lessons. Poetry becomes the place where healing amalgamates with writing, and the soul's musings are voiced. That is how The Warrior Sings: a poetry book of raw, vulnerable, and genuine expression, and an authentic invitation to finding your own courage, healing, and empowerment.About the author Michelle Dosanjh-Johal is a special education teacher, wife, and mom to children with autism and Mosaic Turner Syndrome. The challenges navigated with her children’s diagnoses, including her daughter’s open heart surgery, led her back to writing poetry as an agent of healing and self love. Her poetry, seen as a call for hope and healing, can also be found on her IG page @mindful.warriors.way. She is a Golden Key Honor recipient at Simon Fraser University.

3 Aug 36min

Empowerment and AI: Navigating Layoffs with Layoff Ready's Founder Pav Lertjitbanjong Layoffready.com About the Guest(s): Pav Lertjitbanjong is the founder of Layoff Ready, an innovative platform dedicated to empowering professionals, particularly ambitious women, to prepare for potential career disruptions. With a focus on leveraging AI and existing skills, Pav helps individuals build financial and career resilience, offering them the tools to navigate job insecurity and life transformations. Her motivation stems from personal experience, as she found the strength to establish financial independence post-divorce and now dedicates herself to aiding others facing similar uncertainties in their careers. Episode Summary: Welcome to an enlightening episode of The Chris Voss Show featuring Pav Lertjitbanjong, the founder of Layoff Ready. This episode dives deep into the intersection of technology and career resilience, highlighting how AI can be a game changer for professionals fearing potential layoffs. Pav shares her personal journey from corporate burnout to founding a platform that empowers individuals to secure their career futures and cultivate life balance. Through her program, she outlines how AI tools can support individuals in navigating uncertainties and building a robust financial foundation. In this episode, Pav shares strategies that have proven effective in helping high achievers transition from corporate settings to financially independent roles. She discusses the importance of being "layoff ready," a state of preparedness where professionals can confidently manage job loss or life changes without fear. With insightful discussions around using AI to enhance productivity and the value of building an emergency financial plan, Pav presents actionable steps to future-proof careers. Tune in to discover how to maintain work-life balance and achieve peace of mind in today's ever-evolving job market. Key Takeaways: Layoff Ready offers strategies for professionals to leverage their existing skills and networks for career security and resilience. Integrating AI into workflows can drastically improve productivity, offering significant time and cost savings for businesses and individuals. Pav's personal journey underscores the critical need for a backup plan in both career and financial aspects, emphasizing independence and self-reliance. The importance of understanding personal finances is highlighted, particularly for high-achievers who may overlook foundational financial literacy. Building a support network and having accountability partners are essential components for success and personal growth during career transitions. Notable Quotes: "Layoff Ready means the freedom or of options, you know, that you can walk away from any situation, jobs or relationships that no longer are serving your highest good on your own terms." "No backup plan, no peace. When you have no backup plan, you have no peace, no leverage, no freedom." "Trust yourself and stop playing small, especially for women." "Loyalty is not always rewarded, and burnout tends to be normalized in today's world." "Resilience is very important and it's rooted from the self-belief that you can do be anything."

3 Aug 37min

Experiencing God's Overwhelming Peace During Hard Times: Know God - Experience Peace by Pearl Nsiah-Kumi https://www.amazon.com/Experiencing-Overwhelming-Peace-During-Times/dp/B0DNLXHZCR This brief, 46‑page paperback shares the deeply personal health journey of Pearl Nsiah‑Kumi—a battle with lymphoma treated with chemotherapy—and how a pre-established, personal relationship with God through Jesus helped her maintain peace throughout each stage of her experience. The book is designed as an encouragement for readers to know and trust God before facing adversity, emphasizing that such faith preparation can significantly affect how one copes and ultimately finds peace. In short: It’s a heartfelt devotional offering, grounded in real-life hardship, that aims to help readers anchor themselves spiritually ahead of life’s toughest moments so they can experience God's sustaining peace when it matters most.

2 Aug 25min

AI Revolutionizing Finance and Insurance with Multimodal's Founder Ankur Patel Multimodal.dev Ankur Patel is the founder and CEO of Multimodal, a cutting-edge company at the forefront of implementing AI solutions for finance and insurance industries. With over a decade of experience in machine learning and hands-on experience at reputable financial institutions such as JP Morgan and Bridgewater, Ankur brings deep expertise in both finance and AI. Under his leadership, Multimodal aims to automate complex processes, improve decision-making, and enhance efficiency within these industries. Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss delves into the world of AI with Ankur Patel, the visionary founder and CEO of Multimodal. As AI continues to revolutionize industries, they explore how Multimodal’s AI-driven solutions are streamlining complex processes in finance and insurance, promising to transform consumer experiences and business efficiencies alike. Throughout the discussion, Ankur emphasizes the game-changing capabilities of AI in automating administrative tasks, thereby reducing costs and accelerating decision-making. Buzzwords like "agentic AI," "large language models," and "streamlining workflows" dominate the conversation as Patel explains how enterprises and mid-market players can enhance operations. Chris Voss humorously relates his mortgage company experiences, illustrating the tedious past processes that AI could now simplify. The podcast also tackles the potentially changing job landscape due to AI, addressing both apprehensions and exciting possibilities. Key Takeaways: * **Revolutionizing Insurance and Finance:** Multimodal’s AI solutions aim to automate complex processes, reduce administrative costs, and speed up decision-making in industries like insurance and finance. * **Agentic AI's Role:** Ankur Patel explains agentic AI as systems capable of performing actions, not just chat-based responses, enhancing operational efficiency significantly. * **Impacts on Employment:** While AI might change job roles, it's poised to create new opportunities, with human workers focusing more on critical thinking tasks. * **Improving Consumer Experiences:** By streamlining operations, AI promises faster service delivery and potentially lower costs in sectors like mortgage and insurance. * **Preserving Expert Knowledge:** AI helps retain critical expertise across industries, mitigating the risks associated with workforce turnover and knowledge gaps. Notable Quotes: 1. "AI can do certain things that are ridiculously hard for people to do." 2. "People will offload to one or several AI agents, trained to do specific things really well." 3. "The speed at which AI could resolve some of this... is going to be a massive unlock." 4. "Job roles will change, and expectations will evolve, requiring increased productivity with AI." 5. "AI is able to look at tens or hundreds of thousands of claims beyond the capability of the human brain."

1 Aug 28min