Be patient and always look for opportunities to explore the world. Today’s featured bestselling author is a father, husband, retired Senior Foreign Service Officer, Global Development Executive, and International Adventurer, Allan "Alonzo" Wind. Allan and I talk about his book, “Andean Adventures: An Unexpected Search for Meaning, Purpose, and Discovery Across Three Countries”, being a part of the Peace Corps, and more!! Key Thing’s You’ll Learn: Why he joined the Peace Corps and what he gained from it. What is it like raising a family overseas. How he Overcame the "Ugly American" Presence Overseas. The 3 major leadership skills he picked Up from the Peace Corps. Allan’s Site: https://enableennoble.net Allan’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/A.-J.-Alonzo-Wind/e/B08GXV3HV1?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000 The opening track of this episode is titled “Light Wind” by MadXRuler. Click the following link to hear the full track and financially support the artist. https://madxruler.bandcamp.com/track/light-wind You May Also Like… Ep. 433 – “Ticking Clock: Behind the Scenes at 60 Minutes” with Ira Rosen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-433-ticking-clock-behind-the-scenes-at-60-minutes-with-ira-rosen/ Ep. 441 – “I'll Get Back to You” with Sam George: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-441-ill-get-back-to-you-with-sam-george/ Ep. 447 – “Crucible Leadership” with Warwick Fairfax (@CrucibleLeaders): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-447-crucible-leadership-with-warwick-fairfax-crucibleleaders/ Ep. 332 – “Her Perfect Life” with Hank Phillippi Ryan (@HankPRyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-332-her-perfect-life-with-hank-phillippi-ryan-hankpryan/ Ep. 361 – “Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing” with Mark Leslie (@MarkLeslie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-361-stark-reflections-on-writing-and-publishing-with-mark-leslie-markleslie/
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Calling all aspiring authors and seasoned wordsmiths alike! This is your official invitation to live your best life and write the book that's burning inside you.The Going North Podcast 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 w...