Resources

Here a Few Resources to help you Flip Your Mindset and Cook Up the Results You Hunger For! Be sure to visit your local library to see if the books are available to check out or stream as an Audio Book.

Books

Shift into a Higher Gear 

Shift into a Higher Gear by Delatorro McNeal is an inspiring guide that uses motorcycle metaphors to teach readers how to accelerate personal and professional growth. The book provides actionable strategies to overcome challenges, embrace transformation, and live a purpose-driven, fulfilling life.

You're a Bad Ass 

You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero is a motivational self-help book that empowers readers to embrace their potential and create a life they love. Blending humor, personal anecdotes, and practical advice, it offers strategies to break through self-doubt, shift mindset, and achieve success.

You're a Bad Ass at Making Money 

You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero is a bold and empowering guide to transforming your relationship with money and unlocking financial success. Combining humor, personal stories, and actionable advice, it helps readers identify and overcome limiting beliefs to create a wealthier and more abundant life.

Think and Grow Rich

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill is a timeless classic that explores the principles of success and wealth-building through mindset and focused action. Drawing from the stories of successful individuals, it provides readers with practical steps to cultivate ambition, overcome obstacles, and achieve their goals.

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck explores the transformative power of adopting a growth mindset to achieve success in all areas of life. By contrasting the fixed mindset with the growth mindset, the book provides practical insights on how to embrace challenges, persist through setbacks, and unlock your full potential.

Self-Discipline

Self-Discipline by Harrison Walton is a practical guide to mastering willpower and developing habits that lead to success and personal growth. Through actionable strategies and insights, the book empowers readers to overcome procrastination, stay focused, and achieve their goals with consistency and determination.

Atomic Habits

Atomic Habits by James Clear is a powerful guide to building good habits, breaking bad ones, and transforming your life through small, consistent changes. Using science-backed strategies and practical advice, the book shows readers how to create systems for success and achieve remarkable results over time.

Paper Tiger

Paper Tiger by Tom Coyne is a captivating memoir that chronicles the author’s ambitious journey to transform himself from an average golfer into a professional. Blending humor, determination, and personal insight, the book explores themes of passion, perseverance, and the pursuit of seemingly impossible dreams.

The Dream Manager

The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly is an inspiring business parable that highlights the importance of helping employees achieve their personal dreams to drive organizational success. Through a compelling story, the book introduces the concept of a "Dream Manager" and provides practical strategies for fostering employee engagement, loyalty, and fulfillment.

Eat that Frog

Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy is a practical guide to overcoming procrastination and boosting productivity by tackling your most important tasks first. Through 21 actionable strategies, the book helps readers prioritize effectively, stay focused, and achieve their goals with greater efficiency.

Finding Me

Finding Me by Viola Davis is a raw and powerful memoir that traces her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming an acclaimed actress. With honesty and vulnerability, Davis shares her struggles, triumphs, and the self-discovery that shaped her into the woman she is today, offering readers inspiration and courage to own their stories.

Get off Your Butt and Do it Now

Get Up Off Your Butt & Do It Now!: Staying Motivated Even When You Don't Feel Like It by Jermaine Davis is an empowering guide to overcoming procrastination and staying driven, even when motivation seems out of reach. With relatable insights and practical strategies, the book helps readers push through mental barriers, build self-discipline, and take consistent action toward their personal and professional goals.

The Virgin Way

The Virgin Way by Richard Branson is an inspiring business memoir that shares the lessons and principles behind the success of the Virgin Group. Through personal stories and insights, Branson emphasizes the importance of innovation, leadership, and building strong relationships, encouraging readers to lead with purpose, authenticity, and a sense of adventure.

Becoming

Becoming by Michelle Obama is a deeply personal memoir that chronicles the former First Lady’s journey from her childhood in Chicago to her years in the White House. Through candid reflections, she explores themes of identity, family, resilience, and the challenges of navigating life in the public eye, offering an inspiring narrative of growth and self-discovery.
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins is a transformative self-help book that introduces a simple yet powerful tool to overcome hesitation and take action. By counting down from five, the book helps readers break through fear, build confidence, and create positive momentum to achieve their goals and improve their lives.

Embrace the Suck by Brent Gleeson is a powerful guide to developing mental toughness and resilience by confronting life's challenges head-on. Drawing from his Navy SEAL experience, Gleeson provides actionable strategies to push through adversity, embrace discomfort, and achieve personal and professional growth.

Employalty

Employalty by Joe Mull is a compelling guide that redefines employee engagement by focusing on purpose, respect, and strong workplace culture. Through research-backed insights and practical strategies, the book helps leaders attract, retain, and motivate top talent in today’s evolving workforce.

10x Is Easier Than 2x

10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy is a mindset-shifting guide that challenges the belief that growth requires more effort, longer hours, or grinding harder. Instead, the authors show how world-class entrepreneurs achieve extraordinary results by narrowing their focus, eliminating low-value activities, and committing to transformational goals rather than incremental ones. Backed by psychology, real-world examples, and practical frameworks, the book helps readers simplify their work, leverage their strengths, and create exponential progress by doing less—but doing what truly matters.

Movies

Young Woman and the Sea

The story of competitive swimmer Gertrude Ederle, who, in 1926, was the first woman to ever swim across the English Channel.

Unstoppable

Movie centers around the life of wrestler Anthony Robles, who was born with one leg and won a national championship in 2011 while competing at Arizona State University.

Hidden Figures

Three female African-American mathematicians play a pivotal role in astronaut John Glenn's launch into orbit. Meanwhile, they also have to deal with racial and gender discrimination at work.

Flaming Hot 

This is the inspiring story of Richard Montañez who, as a Frito Lay janitor, helped disrupt the food industry by channeling his Mexican heritage to turn Frito Lay snacks into an iconic global pop culture phenomenon.

The Six Triple Eight

During World War II, 855 women joined the fight to fix the three-year backlog of undelivered mail. Faced with discrimination and a country devastated by war, they managed to sort more than 17 million pieces of mail ahead of time.

Cinderella Man

The true story of James J. Braddock, a supposedly washed-up boxer, who returned to the spotlight to win the heavyweight championship of the world.

A Million Miles Away

A biopic about Jose Hernandez and his path from a farm worker to becoming an engineer and an astronaut. A tale of perseverance, community and sacrifice to accomplish a seemingly impossible dream.

The Long Game

In 1955, five young Mexican-American caddies, out of the love for the game, were determined to learn how to play, so they created their own golf course in the middle of the South Texas desert.

The Martian

A gripping sci-fi drama that follows astronaut Mark Watney as he fights to survive alone on Mars after being left behind by his crew. Combining science, resilience, and humor, the film showcases human ingenuity and determination in the face of overwhelming odds.

The Shawshank Redemption

A powerful drama that tells the story of Andy Dufresne, a man wrongly imprisoned who maintains hope and dignity over decades behind bars. Through friendship, resilience, and quiet defiance, the film explores themes of justice, redemption, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

The Green Book

The Green Book is a true-story film about an unlikely friendship that forms during a road trip through racially divided 1960s America. Through humor and hard truths, it explores prejudice, dignity, and the power of human connection.

Klaus

Klaus is an animated origin story that reimagines Santa Claus through an unexpected friendship in a divided, joyless town. With heart, humor, and striking visuals, the film shows how small acts of kindness can spark lasting change.

Jingle Jangle - A Christmas Journey

Jingle Jangle is a magical holiday film about a brilliant toymaker who rediscovers hope, creativity, and belief after loss and betrayal. Bursting with music and imagination, it celebrates perseverance, family, and the power of dreaming again.

Podcasts

Speakernomics is the official podcast of the National Speakers Association, is a dynamic resource designed to help speakers grow their influence, business, and income. Featuring industry experts and actionable advice, each episode delivers insights on marketing, presentation skills, and business strategies to thrive in the speaking profession.

Changing Minds with Owen Fitzpatrick is a psychology-based podcast that explores the science behind why we do what we do, think what we think, and say what we say. Hosted by psychologist and international best-selling author Owen Fitzpatrick, the show offers evidence-based strategies to help listeners improve their thinking, communication, and influence.

The Mindset Mentor Podcast by Rob Dial is a motivational show designed to help listeners develop a strong, growth-oriented mindset. Featuring practical tips and inspiring insights, the podcast provides tools to overcome challenges, improve self-discipline, and create a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Plant Strong Podcast by Rip Esselstyn is an inspiring show that explores the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle for optimal health and performance. Featuring expert interviews and real-life success stories, the podcast provides practical advice on nutrition, fitness, and longevity to help listeners thrive.

Planner

12 Month Planner

Magazine Articles

Global Authority Magazine (Fall 2025 - Page 20-21)

Voices of Experience (Want to Create New Speaking Opportunities?) 

Podcast Interviews with Frank


The Changing Minds Podcast

The High Performance Mindset Podcast

The Power of the Only Podcast

Whiskey Jazz Leadership Podcast Part 1

Whiskey Jazz Leadership Podcast Part 2

SpeakPact Podcast

The Real Life Adulting Podcast

The Better Leadership Team Podcast

 

Tools for Professional Speakers

Talkadot (Affiliate Link) - Lead Collection Tool

Speaker Videos (Affiliate Link) - Create Videos and Reels for Speakers - BE SURE TO SHARE MY NAME

CloudHQ - Add Videos to Your Emails

Calendly - Free Online Appointment Scheduling Softward

Hunter.io - Email and Phone Number Search Tool

Claude - AI Tool

Chat GPT - AI Tool

Zoom - Video Meetings

Intentionalyze - Slides and Graphic Design Company for Speakers (Use my name as a referral) 

Canva - Design 

Nationbuilder - CRM and Website Hosting Company

DJI Osmo Pocket Pro 3 - Video Camera

Ecamm (Affiliate Link) - Video Overlays and Editing for Mac / Zoom

New Zenler - Build Online Courses

Lead Generation and Ghost Writing Consultation Service

Chuckwalla Website Design and SEO - Ask for Max (Use my name as a referral)

Success Coaching - Ask for Quentin (Use my name as a referral)

Voices of Experience BlogBlog By Speakers, For Speakers. The content in Voices of Experiences is written by NSA members, for NSA members. 

Book More Business: Make More Money Speaking by Lois Creamer is your go-to guide ultimate for transforming your passion into a profitable and thriving business.

Value-Based Fees: How to Charge-and Get-What You're Worth: A Guide for Consultants by Alan Weiss shows how consulting fees are dependent on only two things: value provided in the perception of the buyer and the intent of the buyer and the consultant to act ethically.

Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will ListenIn a world filled with constant, on-demand distractions, it has become near-impossible for business owners to effectively cut through the noise to reach their customers, something Donald Miller knows first-hand. In this book, he shares the proven system he has created to help you engage and truly influence customers.

Wealthy and Well Known - isn’t your garden-variety branding book—it’s a battle plan. Rory and AJ Vaden show purpose-driven experts how to cut through the noise, turn credibility into cash, and build a legacy that’s both profitable and meaningful. 

Clothing and Footwear

CandyMan Kicks - Custom Sneakers and Shoes for Speakers and Business Owners (Ask for CandyMan and use my name as a referral)

Lord's Custom Tailors - Suits and Attire for Speakers (Ask for Jason and use my name as a referral)

All the Way Up Promo - T-shirts, Promo Items and Swag (Ask for Ceiphers (Kay-Furs) and use my name as a referral)