Episodes
Eric Maisel - Author of LIFE PURPOSE BOOT CAMP - October 15, 2014 -  In Life Purpose Boot Camp, Dr. Eric Maisel helps readers who are seeking meaning in their lives understand how, by adopting certain ideas and engaging in specific practices, they can effectively meet their pressing life purpose challenges.  He suggests that readers do three things, which he explains in great detail in the book: get clear on what their unique life is all about, upgrade their personalities, and manage their...
Published 06/17/15
Living By Design Radio is back! After successfully launching our TV Show, we are now back on the radio with a powerful guest that will transform your life. After a life-changing near-death experience, Derek Rydall dropped off the scene and meditated for several years – finally emerging to become a licensed integrative therapist. He went on to train top executives in Fortune 500 companies (such as American Express, Disney, Carrier, Hartford Insurance, and CBS) in relationship-building and...
Published 01/14/15
If you don't know Cynthia Luce, you soon will after your read her book, "Invisible Girl"!  Cynthia takes you on an invaluable and heart wrenching journey to understand what happens to children who are subjected to being bullied, living in foster homes, surviving on the streets, in abusive situations, to rise up and overcome her obstacles to become a best selling author!  She shares painful experiences that torment children, often at the hands of adults. More importantly, she offers solutions...
Published 08/06/14
Jeff Hoffman is a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker. In his career, he has been the founder of multiple startups, he has been the CEO of both public and private companies, and he has served as a senior executive in many capacities. Jeff's vision has created many successful well-know companies, including priceline.com, uBid.com, CTI, ColorJar, and more. Jeff is a frequent keynote speaker, having been invited to speak in over 50 countries. He speaks on the topics of innovation,...
Published 07/30/14
Friendships are often challenged when a woman succeeds. Jealousy and dissension may thrive when one woman excels beyond the other. Why does this occur?  And is there a way to recognize, acknowledge, and prevent it?  Female competition, rivalry, and unfair judgements have been a way of life that has been in existence for decades.  Today we have an opportunity to catch up with TWO experts in the areas of female relationships - Dr. Maya Angelou and Dr. Wendy Walsh are two outstanding powerhouse...
Published 05/07/14
Philadelpha born, Cam Anthony, has become an international singing sensation through the power of YouTube and video shares, with more than a million views and counting. In the last two months, he has jetted across the country with his parents courting record-deal offers from industry legends such as Dr. Dre and Russell Simmons. He's made appearances on The Ellen Degeneres Show, and a couple of weekends ago, after hearing him singing his heart out on the Internet, a concert promoter invited...
Published 04/02/14
He is a powerful voice, a bestselling author of five books, writing partner and master trainer for the prestigious Napoleon Hill Foundation, and is on the faculty at Clark Atlanta University School of Business Administration. He is a recipient of the Dale Carnegie Personal Achievement award.  He has been quoted in Ebony, Essence, and Black Enterprise magazines.  He is highly sought world-wide for his knowledge, expertise, experience, and kind heart and spirit. He's appeared on CNN, ABC, NBC,...
Published 03/05/14
Marala Scott is an Award-Winning Author and motivational Speaker. Her efforts were recognized by Oprah Winfrey who honored her as one of her five Ambassadors of Hope in 2009 and stated “A childhood of abuse almost kept Marala Scott from a life of happiness…until she discovered how to use her story to help others.” Ms. Scott is also a recipient of a Congressional award for her humanitarian efforts for sharing her prolific life story in efforts to help and inspire others. Marala's Award-winning...
Published 02/26/14
Join me as we embark on a journey of FINDING YOUR TRUE LOVE.....but will you know it when that person comes along?  Or are you busy caught in the wrong relationship preventing the right one from finding YOU?  This is a very personal intimate conversation between you and I, so bring you pen and note pad because I have something to say.  February is the month for lovers, so if you want to find your soulmate, don't miss this powerful conversation!
Published 02/05/14
Do you waste too much brain power envying the success of others instead of focusing on your potential?  Patricia Russell-McCloud is a “visual speaking experience.” With more than 20 years on the lecture circuit, she is categorized as being one of the nation’s best.  Each year she speaks to more than 100,000 people in private and public organizations, in the United States and internationally. She encourages her listeners to surmount every obstacle that stands between them and... the possible....
Published 01/22/14
We welcome in a BRAND NEW YEAR, and along with it will bring joy, hope, success, and fulfillment. Join us as we take a look back on 2013, and begin the journey of DESIGNING YOUR LIFE for 2014.  My guest, Mr. Tony Lamont, will join me as we share many wonderful upcoming opportunities for you to LIVE YOUR DREAM IN '14!  Don't miss it!
Published 01/01/14
How many times have you attempted to focus on a goal only to be left feeling defeated and depressed?  The mind is your most powerful tool and once you learn how to use positive thinking, you will never have to worry about accomplishing anything you set out to do.  We are on the heels of embarking upon a brand NEW YEAR, NEW YOU!  Join us for the empowering YEAR-END discussion on how to kick-start your new year with the right thoughts, self-talk, goals, and mind control.  Our guest, Ms. Suzanne...
Published 12/18/13
Do you allow STRESS to ruin your SUCCESS?  If your life is led by stress, then tune in hear our expert guest, Joel Boggess discuss his new book entitled, "Finding Your Voice - Sort Through the Clutter and Discover".  Throughout our lives, we listen to many voices that DON'T belong to us (parents, friends, spouse, media, classmates, teachers, etc), and we go down a path of life that THEY typically design for us instead of finding OUR own unique voice and listening to the inner working of life...
Published 12/11/13
Join us as we catch up with the X-Factor super star phenomenon, Josh Levi!  Josh entered our world a few weeks ago as an X-Factor contestant, and he has since won the hearts of people across the globe.  Josh stops by Living By Design to share with us his journey and also what's next for him as he begins a career that will, no doubt, be very long lasting in the music and entertainment industry.  Josh may even bless his fans by singing a few notes, so DON'T miss this amazing show!
Published 12/04/13
If you've ever struggled through a difficult divorce not knowing how you would be able to manage your finances, Gloria Mayfield Banks was in this position when she began to sell Mary Kay to earn extra money.  In a few short years, she turned her part-time business into a MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR EMPIRE! She reached Elite Executive National Sales Director level, which has only been accomplished by 4 people in the entire Mary Kay Organization out of millions of Consultants! Her story will empower,...
Published 11/20/13
Join me as I welcome Mr. "CSI NY" actor, bestselling author, and philanthropist, Hill Harper to the Living By Design show!  Hill stops by to talk with me and my listeners about life, his acting career, and why he wrote his latest book, "Letters to an Incarcerated Brother".  Hill is a powerful voice on the Hollywood scene, and his commitment and dedication to others is admirable!  Don't miss this empowering conversation!
Published 11/13/13
We continue our LADIES HATING EACH OTHER Series by focusing on the WORKPLACE!  How many times have you gossiped, sabotaged, or hated one of your female co-workers or even your female boss?!  If this is you, or you know someone that resembles this description, then don't miss this episode in our series.  You will learn valuable tips and information to help you cope and manage your female relationships at work!  
Published 11/06/13
With an overwhelming response to this topic, we welcome world-renowned expert, bestselling author, and CEO of the Heim Group, Dr. Pat Heim to the show.  Dr. Pat is joined by her co-author, Dr. Susan Murphy, to discuss their Bestselling book, "In the Company of Women".  These two powerhouse women bring a wealth of knowledge to this topic, and we are pleased to have them join us to discuss this global epidemic of hate, disloyalty and aggression women have toward each other.  Don't miss this...
Published 10/23/13
There is nothing worse than detecting a half-hearted compliment from a jealous friend, or feeling the sting of an envious glance from a total stranger. It’s as if one woman’s success or beauty becomes a direct threat to the potential of another: “Because of her beauty, I will never attract a lover. Because of her sharp intellect, my intelligence will never be noticed. Because of her confidence, I will never find my own voice”. Instead of inspiration, the comparison "TOXINS" drives us to...
Published 10/09/13
Networking skills are essential for life success.  Faith Moore McKinney joins us to discuss her new book entitled, The Art of Schmingling.  Faith takes us on a journey of our own personal experiences with overcoming shyness and being an introvert to creating a strong powerful network.  She also will share her tips for building your own network to find love, career success, or whatever your goals are.  Don't miss this powerful show!
Published 10/02/13
We welcome Marla Martenson back to the show! Marla is a professional matchmaker working in Los Angeles since 2001, helping countless couples connect with their soul mates and go on to marriage. She is also a certified life/dating coach, author and motivational speaker. She has  appeared on the Today Show, WGN Chicago Morning News, San Diego Living, KUSI San Diego Morning, Better TV, Urban Rush and over 40 radio shows including Coast to Coast AM, Playboy Radio and The Cooper Lawrence Show....
Published 09/18/13
Living By Design welcomes Indy's own Relationship Guru, Jason Miller!  Jason unleashed his desire to observe the correlation between the negative effects of parent’s failing relationships and marriages on students and their classroom behaviors. In 2007 Jason created the S.T.A.R.S. program to help decrease negative student behaviors in the classroom while increasing a positive learning environment. The S.T.A.R.S. program stands for “Students Together Achieving Real Success”. Since then Jason...
Published 09/04/13
We welcome the internationally renowned Dr. Wendy Walsh to Living By Design! Dr. Wendy is America's Thought Leader on Relationships. Each week on CNN, she breaks down the psychology of sex, love, gender roles, divorce, parenting and other human behaviors. As host of Investigation Discovery Network's "Happily Never After," she guides viewers through the sometimes treacherous side of love. As resident expert at DatingAdvice.com, no subject is taboo in her popular advice column. She brought her...
Published 08/28/13
Get ready for an explosive kick off of our RELATIONSHIPS segment in the Design My Life series.  My guest, Tony Lamont, and I will take you on a powerful journey that will impact both your personal & professional relationships! We will give you a glimpse into our personal experiences and the keys to success that led us toward marital bliss!  If you are ready to change your relationship status from blah to brilliant, don't miss this kick off! We will also share upcoming guests for this...
Published 08/14/13
Season 4 winner of Donald Trump's, The Apprentice, Dr. Randal Pinkett is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, scholar and co-founder/CEO of BCT Partners, a multimillion dollar management, technology and policy consulting firm in Newark, NJ. Dr. Pinkett holds five academic degrees, including a Ph.D. from the MIT Media Laboratory. Most notably, Dr. Pinkett made history as the first African-American to receive a Rhodes Scholarship at Rutgers University. A sought after public speaker, Dr. Pinkett...
Published 08/07/13