Lisa Nichols is a powerful advocate of personal empowerment. She is the founder and CEO of Motivating the Masses and Motivating the Teen Spirit, two comprehensive skills programmes that work to bring about profound change in the lives of teenagers, women, and entrepreneurs, as well as provide services to the educational system, corporate clients, empowerment organisations, and faith-based programmes. Lisa is the co-author of Chicken Soup for the African American Soul, from the best-selling worldwide series. Her website is www.lisa-nichols.com.

The Secret, Simon & Schuster, 2006