I'm joined here by another legend, Kirk Wilkerson. Kirk is a financial professional with Equitable Advisors and an active member of the Forest City and Western North Carolina community. He is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses build their financial futures.  
Today, he will share his story and his big audacious goals!

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Kirk Wilkersoncan be found here:

Website: http://www.covenantag.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrykirkwilkerson9257abab/

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Doug Bennett can be found here:

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

NEW book launch :
Goals Do Come True, is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

I&apos;m joined here by another legend, Kirk Wilkerson. Kirk is a financial professional with Equitable Advisors and an active member of the Forest City and Western North Carolina community. He is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses build their financial futures.   Today, he will share his story and his big audacious goals! _______________________________________________________________________________________Kirk Wilkerson can be found here:Website: http://www.covenantag.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrykirkwilkerson9257abab/_________________________________________________________________________________________ Doug Bennett can be found here: Website: <a href='http://dougbennett.co.uk/'>http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>Email: <a href='mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk'>doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>LinkedIn: <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/'>https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a> Twitter: <a href='https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug'>https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>NEW book launch :<ul><li>Goals Do Come True, is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href='https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z'>https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a></li></ul>Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Welcome to Goals Do Come True with Doug Bennett, bestselling author, lifestyle financial planner, and international speaker.

Each week, Doug will share insights with you from inspiring guests who have already achieved their work-optional dreams. You’ll get a ringside seat into real stories of people who have overcome bankruptcy, built and sold successful businesses, and are now living life on their own terms WITHOUT ever worrying about their finances.

By the end of this journey, you’ll be one step closer to unlocking The Work Optional Lifestyle Financial Plan® – a toolkit of all the unique systems and processes you need to craft a lifestyle where work is truly optional.



So, if you’re ready to embrace financial freedom, retire early, and do it without constantly pinching pennies, stay tuned for exciting new episodes released every Wednesday.

Welcome to Goals Do Come True with Doug Bennett, bestselling author, lifestyle financial planner, and international speaker.
Each week, Doug will share insights with you from inspiring guests who have already achieved their work-optional dreams. You’ll get a ringside seat into real stories of people who have overcome bankruptcy, built and sold successful businesses, and are now living life on their own terms WITHOUT ever worrying about their finances.
By the end of this journey, you’ll be one step closer to unlocking The Work Optional Lifestyle Financial Plan® – a toolkit of all the unique systems and processes you need to craft a lifestyle where work is truly optional. 
So, if you’re ready to embrace financial freedom, retire early, and do it without constantly pinching pennies, stay tuned for exciting new episodes released every Wednesday.

Goals DO Come True with Doug Bennett

EP16: Big Audacious Goals with Kirk Wilkerson

Join Doug as he interviews Georgia Kirke, founder of Clio Books. They talk about the revolutionary world of AI-powered book writing, discussing how Clio is changing the game for aspiring authors. Georgia shares her expertise on the importance of books for building authority and thought leadership, while Doug reflects on his own authorship journey. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs looking to share their knowledge and boost their personal brand through writing.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Clio Books is an AI-powered SaaS platform that guides non-fiction authors through the book planning process, allowing them to speak their book rather than write it.
Traditional book writing methods can be time-consuming and expensive, but Clio reduces the time by 93% and costs a tenth of traditional methods.
Having a book establishes authority and thought leadership, opening doors to speaking engagements and industry recognition.
Consistency in content creation, including books, blogs, and podcasts, is crucial for building a strong personal brand and sharing expertise.
Clio doesn't replace the author's thinking or content; it streamlines the process and structure, making book creation more accessible.
Effective book marketing strategies include creating a targeted hit list of ideal clients and strategic partners for personalised outreach.
Trademarking key phrases or titles can add extra authority to an author's brand and make them more memorable.
While immediate financial returns on books may not always be evident, the long-term benefits in terms of opportunities and brand building can be significant.



BEST MOMENTS

"Clio is an AI powered SaaS platform that leads non-fiction authors through the book planning process, provides the structure, gives you a talking plan, and then asks you questions, and your answers then become the book manuscript that Clio types up for you." 

"Writing and books are synonymous, yes, but it’s not accurate that you have to become a writer in order to author a book." 

"Books and authority go hands in hand and, and in fact, the word author comes from the original Latin word for authority." 

"I know my book sort of kept me up with the Million Dollar Roundtable, MDRT, and you know I've been invited to go on a committee about membership services and so that's happened and then somebody else is talking to me about the possibility of speaking at the conference next year, which would be amazing." 

"Don't write your book, speak your book. Get onto the Clio site, follow Clio, loads, loads of exciting things to come." 

EPISODE RESOURCES

Georgia Kirke - CEO & Founder of Cliobooks.ai

Website: cliobooks.ai

linkedin.com/in/personal-brand-how-to



VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Join Doug as he interviews Georgia Kirke, founder of Clio Books. They talk about the revolutionary world of AI-powered book writing, discussing how Clio is changing the game for aspiring authors. Georgia shares her expertise on the importance of books for building authority and thought leadership, while Doug reflects on his own authorship journey. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs looking to share their knowledge and boost their personal brand through writing.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Clio Books is an AI-powered SaaS platform that guides non-fiction authors through the book planning process, allowing them to speak their book rather than write it.</li>
<li>Traditional book writing methods can be time-consuming and expensive, but Clio reduces the time by 93% and costs a tenth of traditional methods.</li>
<li>Having a book establishes authority and thought leadership, opening doors to speaking engagements and industry recognition.</li>
<li>Consistency in content creation, including books, blogs, and podcasts, is crucial for building a strong personal brand and sharing expertise.</li>
<li>Clio doesn't replace the author's thinking or content; it streamlines the process and structure, making book creation more accessible.</li>
<li>Effective book marketing strategies include creating a targeted hit list of ideal clients and strategic partners for personalised outreach.</li>
<li>Trademarking key phrases or titles can add extra authority to an author's brand and make them more memorable.</li>
<li>While immediate financial returns on books may not always be evident, the long-term benefits in terms of opportunities and brand building can be significant.</li>
</ul>
 
BEST MOMENTS
"Clio is an AI powered SaaS platform that leads non-fiction authors through the book planning process, provides the structure, gives you a talking plan, and then asks you questions, and your answers then become the book manuscript that Clio types up for you." 
"Writing and books are synonymous, yes, but it’s not accurate that you have to become a writer in order to author a book." 
"Books and authority go hands in hand and, and in fact, the word author comes from the original Latin word for authority." 
"I know my book sort of kept me up with the Million Dollar Roundtable, MDRT, and you know I've been invited to go on a committee about membership services and so that's happened and then somebody else is talking to me about the possibility of speaking at the conference next year, which would be amazing." 
"Don't write your book, speak your book. Get onto the Clio site, follow Clio, loads, loads of exciting things to come." 
EPISODE RESOURCES
Georgia Kirke - CEO &amp; Founder of Cliobooks.ai
Website: <a href="http://cliobooks.ai/">cliobooks.ai</a>
<a href="http://linkedin.com/in/personal-brand-how-to">linkedin.com/in/personal-brand-how-to</a>
 
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

The Future of Authorship: The AI Book Writing Revolution with Georgia Kirke

Doug is joined by Dr. Doreen Rivers, known as River, to talk about her groundbreaking AI-powered platform, Savantz.ai. Discover how River's innovative solution is revolutionising online education and content creation, making learning more engaging and effective. From repurposing books to transforming corporate training, River shares insights that could change the game for entrepreneurs, educators, and businesses alike. Don't miss this fascinating discussion about the future of learning and content delivery!

KEY TAKEAWAYS
River is a consultant and entrepreneur with 30 years of experience in startups, often hired to help launch new companies.
She wrote a book called "Brain to Bank" and initially planned to create an online course based on it. River hired an AI specialist to help create her course, which led to the development of the Savantz platform. Savantz is an AI-powered platform that converts text into engaging, educational micro-videos.
From her experience teaching at university level, River has a depth of understanding of modern learning challenges. Savant helps create content that people will actually watch and learn from, addressing short attention spans and modern learning preferences.
Savantz can repurpose existing content like books, PowerPoint presentations, and blogs into valuable video courses and offers features like story generation to enhance educational content and improve retention.
The platform aims to help content creators monetise their existing material more effectively than traditional book sales.
River describes herself as more comfortable behind the camera as a producer, rather than in front of it.
She's passionate about improving learning outcomes and adapting educational methods to suit modern learners.



BEST MOMENTS

"I realised I am not creating an online course for Brain to Bake. I am actually creating a platform that could help millions of people take the text that they already have... and turn them into micro modules, small videos that people would actually watch."

"We don't just create videos. We care that at the end of that, you've actually learned what you set out to learn."

"What if you could take that same information, and let's face it, every kid, no matter what age they are, up to 50, they have their phone in front of their face, and they're watching something on their phone. So let's meet them there."

"We are creating videos for education specifically. We are creating enhancement tools."



EPISODE RESOURCES

www.BraintoBank.com

www.linkedin.com/in/dorinerivers/

@Alpha81Inc

dorinerivers@gmail.com



VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug is joined by Dr. Doreen Rivers, known as River, to talk about her groundbreaking AI-powered platform, <a href="https://savantz.ai">Savantz.ai</a>. Discover how River's innovative solution is revolutionising online education and content creation, making learning more engaging and effective. From repurposing books to transforming corporate training, River shares insights that could change the game for entrepreneurs, educators, and businesses alike. Don't miss this fascinating discussion about the future of learning and content delivery!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>River is a consultant and entrepreneur with 30 years of experience in startups, often hired to help launch new companies.</li>
<li>She wrote a book called "Brain to Bank" and initially planned to create an online course based on it. River hired an AI specialist to help create her course, which led to the development of the Savantz platform. Savantz is an AI-powered platform that converts text into engaging, educational micro-videos.</li>
<li>From her experience teaching at university level, River has a depth of understanding of modern learning challenges. Savant helps create content that people will actually watch and learn from, addressing short attention spans and modern learning preferences.</li>
<li>Savantz can repurpose existing content like books, PowerPoint presentations, and blogs into valuable video courses and offers features like story generation to enhance educational content and improve retention.</li>
<li>The platform aims to help content creators monetise their existing material more effectively than traditional book sales.</li>
<li>River describes herself as more comfortable behind the camera as a producer, rather than in front of it.</li>
<li>She's passionate about improving learning outcomes and adapting educational methods to suit modern learners.</li>
</ul>
 
BEST MOMENTS
"I realised I am not creating an online course for Brain to Bake. I am actually creating a platform that could help millions of people take the text that they already have... and turn them into micro modules, small videos that people would actually watch."
"We don't just create videos. We care that at the end of that, you've actually learned what you set out to learn."
"What if you could take that same information, and let's face it, every kid, no matter what age they are, up to 50, they have their phone in front of their face, and they're watching something on their phone. So let's meet them there."
"We are creating videos for education specifically. We are creating enhancement tools."
 
EPISODE RESOURCES
<a href="http://www.braintobank.com/">www.BraintoBank.com</a>
<a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/dorinerivers/">www.linkedin.com/in/dorinerivers/</a>
@Alpha81Inc
dorinerivers@gmail.com
 
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Meet Learners Where They Are: River's AI Solution for Engaging Education

Doug Bennett interviews Dr. Rana Al-Falaki, a health and performance expert who shares her revolutionary approach to goal-setting. Prepare to be inspired as Rana unveils her FIRE technique, challenging the traditional SMART goals method. From visualising million-pound houses to achieving remarkable success, this episode is packed with actionable insights that will transform your approach to personal and professional goals.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
The FIRE technique (Feeling, Integrity, Relevance, Engaging) adds depth to traditional SMART goals, engaging emotions and aligning goals with personal values.
Visualisation and multi-sensory engagement are powerful tools for goal achievement, as demonstrated by Rana’s family experience in manifesting their dream home.
Accountability is crucial for goal success, with studies showing you’re 40 times more likely to achieve goals when held accountable.
Authenticity is key to personal and professional success, fostering trust and creating a foundation for accountability and goal achievement.
The “five-second rule” can effectively combat procrastination by preventing overthinking and tapping into desire rather than fear or logic.
Intuition plays a vital role in goal-setting and decision-making, requiring the silencing of distractions to trust your gut instinct.
Daily rituals like acknowledging progress, celebrating wins, and practicing gratitude in free-form writing can enhance goal attainment.
The “wantaholic syndrome” often leads to short-term fixes; instead, focus on sustainable, remarkable shifts that align with your true self for long-term fulfilment.

BEST MOMENTS

“Only 9 percent of people who even set their goals do end up carrying on. The good news is if they do, then the chances are they will succeed massively in life.” 

“I put the SMART goals in the BIN. Because the reality is if you want to achieve remarkable goals, which actually everybody deserves to do, why are we just, you know, sticking for the average?”

“If you’re confident in who you are, that’s okay. And societal norms as well that we’re battling against very often. And I think that’s easing back quite a, quite a lot.” 

“Everything we’ve been talking about is about how to tap into energetic states that allow you to move forward.” 

“We’re human beings, not human doings. We don’t just do a relationship. We don’t just do a career. We just don’t just do health. Actually, you can have goals in everything.” 



EPISODE RESOURCES

https://nail-it.uk/

Dr Rana Al-Falaki is a health and performance expert, a multi-award-winning and world-renowned specialist in periodontics, a business owner, a visiting professor, a best-selling author, and a published researcher. Dr. Rana has dominated the world stage as one of the very few women, with her innovative pioneering research that now forms the foundation of clinical studies at Harvard, USA, and Kings College, London.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rana/

https://www.facebook.com/rana.alfalaki



VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug Bennett interviews Dr. Rana Al-Falaki, a health and performance expert who shares her revolutionary approach to goal-setting. Prepare to be inspired as Rana unveils her FIRE technique, challenging the traditional SMART goals method. From visualising million-pound houses to achieving remarkable success, this episode is packed with actionable insights that will transform your approach to personal and professional goals.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>The FIRE technique (Feeling, Integrity, Relevance, Engaging) adds depth to traditional SMART goals, engaging emotions and aligning goals with personal values.</li>
<li>Visualisation and multi-sensory engagement are powerful tools for goal achievement, as demonstrated by Rana’s family experience in manifesting their dream home.</li>
<li>Accountability is crucial for goal success, with studies showing you’re 40 times more likely to achieve goals when held accountable.</li>
<li>Authenticity is key to personal and professional success, fostering trust and creating a foundation for accountability and goal achievement.</li>
<li>The “five-second rule” can effectively combat procrastination by preventing overthinking and tapping into desire rather than fear or logic.</li>
<li>Intuition plays a vital role in goal-setting and decision-making, requiring the silencing of distractions to trust your gut instinct.</li>
<li>Daily rituals like acknowledging progress, celebrating wins, and practicing gratitude in free-form writing can enhance goal attainment.</li>
<li>The “wantaholic syndrome” often leads to short-term fixes; instead, focus on sustainable, remarkable shifts that align with your true self for long-term fulfilment.</li>
</ul>
 BEST MOMENTS
“Only 9 percent of people who even set their goals do end up carrying on. The good news is if they do, then the chances are they will succeed massively in life.” 
“I put the SMART goals in the BIN. Because the reality is if you want to achieve remarkable goals, which actually everybody deserves to do, why are we just, you know, sticking for the average?”
“If you’re confident in who you are, that’s okay. And societal norms as well that we’re battling against very often. And I think that’s easing back quite a, quite a lot.” 
“Everything we’ve been talking about is about how to tap into energetic states that allow you to move forward.” 
“We’re human beings, not human doings. We don’t just do a relationship. We don’t just do a career. We just don’t just do health. Actually, you can have goals in everything.” 
 
EPISODE RESOURCES
<a href="https://nail-it.uk/">https://nail-it.uk/</a>
Dr Rana Al-Falaki is a health and performance expert, a multi-award-winning and world-renowned specialist in periodontics, a business owner, a visiting professor, a best-selling author, and a published researcher. Dr. Rana has dominated the world stage as one of the very few women, with her innovative pioneering research that now forms the foundation of clinical studies at Harvard, USA, and Kings College, London.
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rana/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rana/</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/rana.alfalaki">https://www.facebook.com/rana.alfalaki</a>
 
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

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