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Neurolinguistic Programming for Dummies by Romilla Ready and Kate Burton

Thanks to Hilary Eurich and everyone at .

Book overview:

Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) is a psychological, practical, results-focused approach to understanding the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and how they shape the everyday reality that people experience.

Neuro-linguistic Programming For Dummies walks you through the fundamentals of NLP, helping you gain insights into how and why you—and others—think, communicate (both verbally and nonverbally), and behave; often the result of early experiences, emotional conditioning, and unconscious beliefs formed over time.

Understanding the patterns that you operate daily enables you to consciously do more of what works for you to create the results you want in your life and less of what gets in the way of your success. With this deeper understanding about yourself, your goals become more tailored to who you truly are—and more achievable as a result.

By understanding how others operate, you can adjust the way you communicate to create deeper rapport and exercise greater trust, influence, and clarity.

This is a must-listen for professionals who are doing their best to navigate contemporary life.

Today’s release is one that will get you geared up to be your best, and positioned for growth in your career.

Tune in to The Power of the Learning Mindset: How the Best Leaders Foster Curiosity, Develop Innovative Teams, and Achieve Exponential Growth by Lilian Ajayi Ore and Marshall Goldsmith.

Thanks to & everyone at !

Synopsis:

In an era of rampant technological change and economic upheaval, The Power of the Learning Mindset is a guidebook to open up new paths to career advancement by cultivating a new approach to adaptability, curiosity, and resilience.

Drawing on the expertise of the authors, this book explores topics such as:

Tools and processes enabled by emerging research and human motivational theories, and how to separate real value from ephemeral trends - The importance of soft skills, including emotional intelligence, in becoming a respected, effective leader - Mindsets around learning, leadership, and coaching prowess - Our past, present, future, and desired future selves, and how to enjoy the journey as one evolves into the next.

As a member of the VO Committee of SAG-AFTRA Atlanta Local, I’m excited to announce that I’ll be moderating “SAG-AFTRA Audiobooks Contracts: Union HealthCare, Benefits and a Sustainable Career” at VO Atlanta Friday, 03/27/26 @ 2 pm on the main stage!

Come join us as we share one of the best kept secrets in voiceover!

Also be sure to visit us in the SAG-AFTRA Hospitality Suite
Friday 03/27 3 - 5 pm
Saturday 03/28 12 - 3 pm and 4 - 6 pm

Panel Description: What are the benefits of union membership? Can any work become
covered work? SAG-AFTRA National Director of Audiobooks, Jane Love; SAG-AFTRA Executive
Director/Labor Council, Rich Larkin; and multi-media performer, Curt Bonnem, discuss
these questions and more about the union audiobook space.

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Released on May 12, 2026.

The Heart of Leadership: Mastering Management in a Changing World by Gwendolyn Nadean Mathews

put on her author hat with this gem as her very first book. Thank you for trusting your words to my voice. I’m grateful, and congrats to you!

Book overview:
In a world where workplaces are changing faster than ever, the leaders who rise are the ones who lead with clarity, courage, and compassion. The Heart of Leadership is a guide for anyone stepping into management, or those seeking to elevate the way they lead, by focusing on what matters most: people.

Drawing on real-world experiences and timeless principles, this book reveals what effective leadership looks like in practice. From understanding your leadership style to building trust, communicating with intention, shaping culture, and navigating tough decisions, each chapter equips you with the insight and tools to lead with integrity and impact.

Lead with heart. Lead with purpose. Lead as the kind of person others want to follow.

Parenting needs a unified front, yet it can be a difficult space to navigate with your partner and your village.

Tune in to today’s release for a guide that mixes the knowledge of a therapist with real life, human experience.

Same Page Parenting by Martina Nova MCP RCC
Narrated by me! ;-)

Many thanks to Cosette Benoit and everyone at !

SYNOPSIS:
More than just a parenting book, Same Page Parenting helps parents, caregivers, extended family, and coparents create a shared vision for their unique family unit. The questions and conversation prompts in this book are essential for intentional parenting and will help you raise children with confidence.

Topics include: reclaiming your voice as a parent: setting boundaries, breaking free from people-pleasing, and trusting your instincts in a world full of conflicting advice; parenting in the digital age: creating healthy screen-time habits, fostering digital literacy, and preparing kids for social media in a mindful way; postpartum mental health for both partners: understanding postpartum anxiety, rage, and depression, and how to support each other during major transitions; sharing mental load and emotional labor: addressing the invisible work of parenting, redistributing responsibilities, and making sure both partners feel supported; rethinking gender roles and family structures: moving beyond outdated parenting norms and cocreating a dynamic that reflects your shared values; raising socially conscious kids: helping children develop empathy, curiosity, and an awareness of privilege and social justice; and trauma-informed parenting: recognizing how our own upbringing shapes the way we parent and how to break intergenerational cycles.

Get your copy today!

HBR’s 10 Must Reads for New Managers (Updated and Expanded) by , Linda A. Hill, Marcus Buckingham, Daniel Goleman, and Herminia Ibarra.

Co-narrated with Tom Beyer

Big thanks to Sophie Archambault and everyone at .

Synopsis:
Develop the skills and mindset to successfully manage others for the first time.

This book will inspire you to build trust before asserting your authority; give constructive feedback that produces positive results; gain buy-in for your ideas across the organization; navigate tough conversations and high-stakes situations; cultivate a robust network both inside and outside your organization; and lead with empathy and emotional intelligence.

This updated and expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles and additional short-form pieces to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success.

As a previous manager, I wish I had this tool when I got started. Excellent resource for those starting their career!

Earlier this week, I had the great pleasure of directing Dr. Charis Chambers () as she recorded the audio version of her book “The Period and Puberty Parenting Revolution.”

Dr. Chambers is very passionate about serving and guiding menstruating girls and their parents through their personal journey, and it showed in the work and through her smile!

I truly enjoyed working with such a great team filled with positive energy!

Published by .audio
Sourcebooks Audio Producer: Almeda Beynon
Sourcebooks Audio Production Manager: Nate Hunter
Post Team: Tim Bader Audio
Director: Sanya Simmons
Recording Studio: JMM Atlanta

Looking for something to do this weekend?

Come enjoy a night with the Gwinnett Symphony where I will be singing as a member of the Chamber Singers of the Gwinnett Symphony Chorus.

This is a complimentary concert.
Donations of any amount are appreciated.

The State of Voiceover Survey is now open!
Join me and other voice actors by completing yours today.

Gathering this data helps to understand the real experiences, needs, and challenges within our community to ensure more effective advocacy on behalf of voice actors.

The survey is anonymous and open to all voice actors.

Complete the survey before it closes on Feb 22nd.
Link 🔗 is in my IG bio.

Today we lost a powerful voice. One that spoke up and spoke out for all that he believed in. We lost a great leader.

Rev. Jesse L. Jackson.

His presidential campaigns of the 80s were a big deal! Through him, we saw a Black man running for President long before we knew President Obama. Jesse Jackson paved the way. His message of “Keep hope alive!” resonated with me, as it was the first time I believed that it was possible. Even though he didn’t win, he was an influential voice in American government.

As a fellow Aggie, I remember hearing him speak at a graduation that I attended as a student and band member. Seeing him up close, standing up and speaking for things that mattered to and affected me definitely had a positive impact on my identity as a Black person.

I will forever remember that moment and the influence that he had on my life and the lives of so many others. Thank you for your life of service Rev. Jackson.
Rest well.