Phyllis Denise BrooksPhyllis D. Brooks is the author of "Let Me Be Your Coach", a motivational book to help people of all ages reach goals in five simple steps based on celebrity interviews, and "Brandon the Bully Meets Nina-No More", a children's book that teaches, kidswho are being bullied, parents, educators and bullies how to deal with bullying in a fun and reassuring way. She is in the final stages of publishing sequels to both. Phyllis writes for children and adults of all ages to inspire and empower others to never give up on their dreams and goals. Her day job is a Regional/National Medical Sales Account Manager for McKesson which distributes pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, medical supplies, and inventory management tools. She is also a licensed Speech Language Pathologist. She received her bachelor's degree in English from Columbia College and her master of arts in Speech-Language Pathology from SC State University. She is an SC native however has resided in Charlotte NC for the past twenty-five years. She is also a phenomenal motivational speaker and has spoken to hundreds of kids, teachers, and adults to extend her platform and positive message to motivate using her acronym for the word "BEGIN "-Believe, Empower, Goals, Initiate, and Never Give Up. She has also been a featured guest on local television shows including Foxx News Charlotte as well as numerous radio shows and other speaking engagements. She also inspires on social media posts with positive messages and is referred to as a fashion influencer based on her unique and sophisticated fashion style. This was evident when she was featured as a cover model for a local magazine as a fashion influencer. Her resume also consists of personal training, modeling, and acting, and she has performed in several local television commercials and plays. She enjoys writing, weight lifting, horseback riding, cooking, traveling, and spending time with close friends and family. She is a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, Biltmore Who's Who of America, National Association of Professional Women, Women Who Care Coalition, and National Association of Strength and Conditioning for Fitness. Read More Read Less