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is your one-stop shop for inspiration, information, and motivation on your author journey. Every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, host Dom Brightmon, the positive thought catalyst, bestselling author, and certified trainer with the Maxwell Leadership Team chats with incredible authors from around the world.
These inspiring guests share their unique stories, writing tips, and the power they've found in the written word. With each episode, you'll discover a treasure trove of wisdom, actionable advice, and heartfelt stories that will ignite your creativity and fuel your journey to get your own manuscript moving!
But Going North isn't just about the craft – it's about you. Dom believes in the magic of "Advancing others to advance yourself," and this podcast is all about helping you become the best author and person you can be.
So, grab your notebook, unleash your creativity, and get ready to be a part of something special. With Going North as your guide, you'll be well on your way to living your best life and sharing your story with the world.
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Check out some of the more popular episodes below.
"Technology has changed so much that the gatekeepers are no more. There's nothing stopping people from writing a book except themselves." – Christopher Greyson
“Own where you are at the moment.” – J.R. Martinez
“Every breakthrough I've ever had in my whole life came from effective communication.” – Aurora Winter
"You are far more powerful than you've been told. We have a sense of powerlessness now…I just want you to know that this power, which is usually denied by authority figures, is something you were born with." - Lynne McTaggart
“You have to create an undying, almost unrealistic belief in yourself.” – Eliot Marshall
"Luck is the ability to take the correct action in an opportunity." - Victoria M. Gallagher
“You are a lot more fortunate than everybody in the cemetery.” - Joe De Sena
“It’s one thing to know the gift, it’s another thing to nurture the gift.” – Dr. Ray Charles
Authentic Leadership
“To have a sense of humor is to be human.” – Art Bell
Kindness is and always will be important.
“Immediate gratification never creates lasting happiness.” - Douglas Vermeeren
Don’t assume that you will be a successful author without time, talent and or money.
“Don’t let fear masquerade as wisdom.” – Angel Aviles
“If you tell a story in the right way, it really has an impact.” – Ira Rosen
“Everything is a lot of work.” - Pamela Hilliard Owens
“Be radical and revolutionary about self-care.” – Dr. Ro
“The people who carry happy money are generally nice, generous, happy people.” – Ken Honda
“Worrying will get you absolutely nowhere.” – Hank Phillippi Ryan
“If you want to find the happiest place on the planet, believe it or not, it’s the pocket of twitter where the authors hang out. Especially the fiction writers.” - Catherine Saykaly-Stevens
Solve people's pain point.
Karma works both ways. Use it to your advantage by putting out as much good as possible for others.
"Every reader has more books than they will read in their lifetime, and they will still buy more books today." - Honorée Corder
“No matter what you attract in accomplishments, it means nothing unless you build your life around who will be crying at your funeral.” – Simon T. Bailey
“You cannot go to divorce court with your body.” - Kimberly Spencer
“Write as boldly as you can and don’t worry about what people will think.” – Tosca Lee
“You can't produce results if you don't take a step.” – Joy Adedoyin Fashagba
“Fear is not a reason for being a coward. You can be very courageous and still have a lot of fear.” – Dr. Afarin Bellisario
“One of the goals I was hoping for the book is for people to understand just how fragile this all is and to appreciate the people we care about.” – Dr. Gary Simonds
“You can't avoid the tough stuff, but there's always a lesson in it.” – Maggie Mills
“If we can trust ourselves and recognize, look back at other circumstances and other opportunities when we have gone through difficult times, we find that we are capable of the things that we want to do.” – Shaheda Daya
“Don’t be afraid to be yourself.” – Carlos Baker
Positive Thought Catalyst | Bestselling Author | Leadership Trainer | Book Enthusiast
Positive Thought Catalyst Dom Brightmon inspires others to advance in life and join the business of immortality through content creation. His mantra is Advance others to advance yourself. Dominique “Dom” Brightmon, DTM is a certified trainer with the Maxwell Leadership Team, bestselling author, and host of the Going North Podcast, a podcast committed to featuring authors from around the world to promote the power of the written word and inspire listeners to publish books of their own.
Encouragement, ideas and so much more
"Each of the authors featured bring new insights into the podcast. Each episode allows me to walk away with something I can use. Thanks Dom!"
Co-Creating an Empowering conversation!
"With over 100 interviews, this was one of my FAV’S! Dom is the bomb!! Opportunity to elevate our energy and advance our Mindset!! Aligning with our thoughts to activate our potential! A full-on expa…"
"I love listening to the episodes and the authors that Dom interviews. Their perspective helps me to improve some area of my life and his show is entertaining."
Going North Podcast a must listen!
"Dom has a unique style of interviewing unlike any others. Because of this unique style, his podcast stands out. A must listen to learn about so many other ideas from amazing authors and learn yoursel…"
Relaxing Vibe/Great Conversation
"Dom makes you feel at home and relaxed. His easy-going nature and unique style brought out parts of my story that had never been heard before. My audience will be in for a treat!"
"This host brings all the energy, honestly. I love listening, because the conversations are fascinating, the human beings are just so inspired, and it gives a lift to my step. It reminds me that we’re…"
Lessons with a Good dose of Humor!
"Dom is such an engaging host, he makes everyone feel at ease, has a great sense of humor, and is an overall great conversationalist. A wide range of topics make it a show to come back to again and ag…"
"This was an amazing experience as a guest. Dom's energy is so infectious and he has amazing guests on his show! Definitely check out all of his incredible episodes! As a listener I find myself learni…"
"Dom does a great job getting to the heart of his guests so they share stories that are relevant and relatable."
"The Going North Podcast is a captivating and uplifting show hosted by the talented Dom. With his infectious laughter and clever dad jokes, Dom effortlessly creates an engaging atmosphere that draws l…"
"Mr. Brightmon thoroughtly researches his guests and does a first class all-pro interview"
"If you want to create an accelerated life experience, Dom’s podcast presents beautiful guests with extraordinary life experiences to move you along your true path more quickly. Don is so enjoyable an…"
Easy Inspirational Listening + Discover New Books!
"Such a great podcast for discovering new books! I love that each guest has a book they talk about.. Episodes are easy to listen to in one sitting and always inspiring, plus Dom has a soothing voice t…"
"If you're headed south but headed in the wrong direction, try the Going North Podcast! I have taken in several episodes and have really appreciated what I experiences."
"Love all the authors. Especially episode 257 with Dr Froswa. I loved her TEDx talk"
"Outstanding podcasts. Tons and tons of episodes on so many different topics. I especially like the VA episode!!"
"Check out this amazing content. Dom has a great interview style and easy to listen to."
"Dom is such a great interviewer. His easy-going 'fun on a bun' attitude makes his podcast a pleasure to listen to. Love it!"
"You owe it to yourself to check out Dominique’s show. Loved the episode #243 about the power of audio books. Really inspiring stories & insights from awesome guests💪💪"
"Dom is an amazing individual that connects with others looking to bring light to the world. A must subscribe and listen"
"You owe it to yourself to listen and keep listening to this podcast!"
"Being a book lover I love hearing these great authors and their back of the resume stories."
"I love Dom and his show! Incredible guests and love the questions he asks to get his guests to really open up."
"Consistent content that hits hard. And Dom has the perfect radio/pod voice."
Learn Something Useful and Interesting With Every Podcast!
"I have really enjoyed listening to this podcast. Dom Brighton has the most insightful, intelligent, and interesting guests—all authors ready to share a little bit of helpful knowledge to use through …"
"Stumbled onto this podcast tonight, and I’ve gotta say- I was a little unsure at first. The host is very laid back... unlike most podcasts I listen to. But man- I found myself completely, 100% engag…"
Do Yourself a Favor and Listen!
"Dom brings a soothing melody of charisma and calm to help you advance yourself. Do yourself a favor and listen, absorb, be inspired, and enjoy!"
"This show is a smooth and not in your face way for people to promote their work and their ideas. The host is extremely down to earth, and he brings an extremely warm vibe to the interviews that is qu…"
"Dominique passion comes through his shows. He has a great message and a great interviewer. Alway look forward to the next episode. Keep it going Dom!"
"Dominique Brightmon is an absolute pleasure! I was recently interviewed by this gentleman for his podcast, and I must say, it was a singularly unique, enjoyable experience that I would be hard presse…"
"Loved the show. The host has an easy, laid-back interview style, giving ample time to guests to share practical tips and inspirational thoughts."
"Dom is a standup guy with a huge passion for development and growth. I had the pleasure of being a guest on his show and he was aguest on mine. He's a bright spot in the podcasting world, this show i…"
"If you're looking for a jolt to get your day going and to keep moving forward with your goals, tuning in to Dom's podcast is a wise decision. Besides the countless inspiration from guests from all wa…"
"It's great to know Dom in real life. He is a great role model. And his podcast is flat out Awesome!"
"I’ve been a fan of the Going North Podcast (GNP) since the beginning and now with 300+ episodes available there is something for everyone. During my daily commute, I have found the value of the educa…"
"I thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Don for my podcast and being on his as well. He is a high spirited bundle of personality and charm. You won’t want to miss this podcast."
"This podcast Is full of super human authors! Dom is a great host and his voice is amazing! He has such a great demeaneor and is so relatable to his guests and audience!"
"I enjoy the book recommendations as I’ve found some sweet gems from listening. Dom is great!"
"Dom’s selection of guests are both entertaining and inspiring. The energy and depth he brings to each conversation makes his guests messages more memorable and the lessons more poignant!"
"Dom’s show is powerfully inspiring. His guests bring their messages on how to improve your life or find the tools you need to achieve success. And Dom really lets his guests steer the show and stand …"
"Dom is a wonderful host who knows how to bring out the best in his guests. “Go north” and get ready to learn something new!"
Fun, Funny & Punny with Deep Dive Dom
"Feeling off track? Curious how to get going in the right direction again? Dom is fun, funny, punny, but decidely not shallow. Expect real and relevant content from both this host and his guests. Plug…"
"Love listening to this podcast. It’s fun, engaging and I love the chats Dom has with his guests and authors! My favourite question if your book was a food item, what would it be and why? Thank you"
"Dom delivers a ton of value while having fun at the same time. Working with him on his podcast was off the charts and I look forward to adding more value and receiving it as well from his other guest…"
"Working with Dom on his podcast Going North was very invigorating. He understood the message that I wished to convey to his listeners and he guided the conversation accordingly. Dom is an awesome hos…"
"Loved being on Dom's podcast. Hes incredibly hilarious and engaging. Great host and entertainer."
Dom is a terrific podcast host
"I love Dom’s expertise at pulling the best out of his guests. The shows are entertaining as well as inspiring. I learn something every time I tune in."
"Dom keeps each interview upbeat and exciting--packed full of energy. His interviewing style keeps the conversation moving but balances it out with allowing each guest to tell their full story. Well w…"
"Most podcast hosts have NO IDEA how to use their voice. They think they are so smart that everything they have to say is fascinating. Dom Brightmon is one of the very few podcast hosts who understand…"
"The Going North Podcast is fun, insightful and a real gem. Dom has thoughtful questions and gets a wonderful banter going. Well worth subscribing!"
"Dom is funny and kind host. I appreciate his work and his podcast."
"Dom is easy to chat with. His guests offer such wonderful insight and inspiration. Great podcast!"
"Dom Brightmon is a hilarious, quality person with a giver's heart! I totally recommend his inspiring podcast and to also have him as a speaker on your show / at your event!"
An excellent host with interesting guests
"Dom has a focus on keeping things positive and sharing tips on how to live such a life. A great host!"
Dom’s Humor, Insight and Inspiration are Priceless
"I have been interviewed countless times but speaking with Dom was a new experience. I loved the ease he immediately put me in and the insightful questions he asked. I absolutely enjoyed all the humor…"
"What an awesome show! I came to it to once again hear Steve Campbell (Episode 479) because I just can't get enough of him. I've been learning from him for YEARS! I've listened to his audiobook thrice…"
Let Dom help you find true North
"Sometimes you need a little help in finding your way in life. Dom’s guests share their wisdom from their own life‘s journey. His episodes are always interesting and entertaining."
"I'm so glad I found Dom. He has a whole host of wonderful interviews. I listened to some in preparation for my own interview with him and enjoyed them so much that I now listen to them just because t…"
Timely wisdom for navigating life
"This podcast combines the depth and energy of an incredible host with the process insights from a wide range of guests to shape how we view life, and ourselves."
"He has a unique voice and approach, and uses it well. Plus, he’s a great listener! Love that! Had a blast with Dom — enjoyed every minute, and I think his listeners do, too."
"Being interviewed by Dom was fun. I was a little apprehensive before the interview, but his light-hearted approach works! He has the knack of bringing laughter into most any subject. So, thanks to yo…"
Great Show. Fun host! Great Insights.
"Dom has a great sense of humour and puts his guests at ease. Fun interviews and new insights. After each episode you leave enriched, entertained and wiser."
"Dom is such a great listener and made me feel at ease immediately. He asks thought-provoking, unique questions and showed genuine interest in my children’s book series. He genuinely strives to bring …"
Eleni Fuiaxis & Picky Patrick Interview
"Loved this interview - Eleni is so passionate, her spirit is infectious and you covered so many different, valuable topics together"
It’s goofy and full of bad dad jokes
"Dom is gonna keep the laughs coming throughout, keep it light and brighten your day or night. This is a great show and he really gets some interesting guests!"
"Dom was a joy to have as a podcast host. He was welcoming, positive, and asked great questions. I was blessed to be a guest on his show."
Pizza, tennis, life and of course the book!
"I loved the free ranging nature of the podcast. Dom is engaging, friendly, funny and very approachable with a unique sense of humor while being very perceptive, picking up on subtle clues to move the…"
"Dom‘s podcast is one of my favorites to listen to throughout the week, I love the high-energy and informative vibe I get every time I listen thanks Don for all you do and keep up the good work."
Like Chatting with an Old Friend
"Listening to Dom is like listening to an old friend. I love the vast array of guests and topics he includes. Easy listening on my morning commute. Make more! ;-)"
Dom captures the real side of his guests!
"I’m honored to have been Don’s guest on episode 667, and love how he brings out the real side of all his guests with deep questions that the audience wants answered. Thank you Dom!"
Inspiring conversations with authors to learn from
"Such inspiring conversations with Dom and his guests. Really enjoyed what Erin H shared about putting God first in our business and writing your book with Honoree. Kim Stewart / Velma Knowles"
Insightful intelligent interviews
"Most podcasts don’t make it to six episodes. Dom is blowing it out of the water with fresh perspective and authentic insight! A hidden jewel!"
"Dom is a thoughtful host that invokes compelling conversations and spreads his contagious joy to both the guest and his listeners!"
"I appreciate Dom's professionalism, respectful approach, and his great and insightful questions he asked me for the interview in the podcast show we did together. Dom clearly cares and is genuinely…"