A New Direction

8 Keys to Becoming a Learn It All Leader

In this episode of A New Direction with Coach Jay talks with Damon Lembi — two-time best-selling author and CEO of LearnIt — for a powerful conversation that will reshape the way you think about leadership, growth, and learning. Damon joins us to dive deep into his newest book, The Learn It All Leader: Mindset, Traits, and Tools, a must-read for anyone serious about leading in today’s fast-changing world.

In a time when many leaders are stuck in a “know-it-all” mindset, Damon is making the case that the key to lon...

The Third Side of the Coin: Unlocking “Bempathy”

Communication is the foundation of every relationship—personal, professional, and everything in between. But what if the way we’ve been taught to communicate is only giving us part of the picture? In this episode of A New Direction, I interview the dynamic Jill Robin Payne, as we dive deep into the revolutionary ideas in her new book, “Bempathy: Simplify Communication by Looking at the Third Side of the Coin.”

In a world that often divides us into black-or-white perspectives, Jill introduces a powerful concept that reshapes how we conne...

Overcome Fear and Live Courageously

What if fear wasn’t something to conquer—but something to work with? In this episode of A New Direction we go deep into the science of fear, courage, and personal transformation with Dr. Mary Poffenroth, author of the groundbreaking book “Brave New You: Strategies, Tools, and Neurohacks to Live More Courageously Every Day.” Whether you’re stuck in a rut, chasing a dream, or just trying to move forward in uncertain times, this conversation is for YOU.

Dr. Poffenroth isn’t just an expert in fear science—she’s a fearless guide...

Be an Inspired Leader through the Science of Spiritually Intelligent Leadership

What if your greatest leadership tool isn’t strategy, but spirit? This week on A New Direction, we sit down with Dr. Yosi Amram, a pioneering psychologist, executive coach, and author of the groundbreaking new book Spiritually Intelligent Leadership: How to Inspire by Being Inspired.

Dr. Amram invites us to rethink what it means to lead—not just with intelligence or emotional insight, but with spiritual depth and purpose. Whether you’re in the boardroom or on the front lines, this conversation will challenge everyt...

10 Keys to Success that Anyone Can Do

Are you truly prepared for success? In his book Prepping for Success: 10 Keys for Making it Big, Anmol Singh lays out a practical roadmap for achieving greatness. From mastering self-discipline and emotional intelligence to developing an unshakable mindset, Singh provides actionable strategies to help you break through barriers and reach your highest potential.

Success isn’t just about talent or luck—it’s about preparation. In Prepping for Success: 10 Keys for Making It Big, Anmol Singh breaks down the essential principles that separate high achievers from the rest. The bo...

Success and Happiness Start with Your Thoughts…
It’s Time to Change the Way You Think!

We all probably recall some version of Proverbs 23:7 So as one thinks, so he/she is… And Best-selling author Andrew Matthews takes us on a journey to demonstrate it, through research and common sense. The fact is we choose our thoughts, and what we dwell on (even unintentionally) we will gravitate toward. And that will affect both your success and happiness.

Have you ever felt stuck, like no matter what you do, true success and happiness always seem just o...

Slow Living Doesn’t Mean Nothing Gets Done

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending hustle? Do you crave a slower, more intentional way of living? Then you cannot miss this episode of A New Direction! I’m sitting down with best-selling author Stephanie O’Dea to talk about her latest book, Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World. Stephanie has mastered the art of slowing down without falling behind, and she’s sharing exactly how we can do the same. We’ll dive into the myths of productivity, how goals do not help you find y...

Times Have Changed for CEO’s…Get Switched On!

In high-pressure moments, are you truly in control of your decisions, or is your brain just reacting? The truth is, when stress kicks in, most of us default to old patterns stored in the back of our brains—patterns that often lead to bad choices. That’s why Steven R. Falk, author of The Switched On CEO, is joining A New Direction to reveal how leaders can retrain their brains to think strategically—even in the heat of the moment.

We like to believe we’re rational dec...

Power Up You and Your Business

Are you ready to unlock your full potential and take charge of your life? This week on A New Direction, we welcome the incredible Hilda Fainsod, author of Power Up, a transformative book designed to help you break through barriers and reach new heights in your personal and professional journey. Hilda’s insights will challenge you to rethink limitations and step boldly into a future of limitless possibilities.

In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful strategies outlined in Power Up, exploring how mindset, resilience, and self-leadership can cr...

The ONLY 3 Reason Businesses Fail

Ever wondered why so many businesses collapse, even when they seem to be doing everything right? Join us on A New Direction as we dive deep into Larry Mandelberg’s eye-opening book, Businesses Don’t Fail, They Commit Suicide.

Larry Mandelberg has taken his years of experience, and his own coaching case studies to ask the burdening question… Why do businesses fail?

So often we want to blame failure on financial reasons, but are finances the problem or merely the symptom? Who is in control of the finances? Who hi...