A Tribe of Inquisitive Minds
"My mother instilled a love of reading in me from an early age. Reading has taken me time traveling through history, visiting other countries, and feeds my love of learning... A recent job interview question was "What's the last book that you read?" which drives home the point that leaders are always well read.”
Hillary Blackburn
Author, How Pharmacists Lead
"Read books to steal time. Invest a few of your hours to get back years of someone else's experience. There's little better when it comes to the ultimate finite resource."
Grant Starrett
Attorney & Author, GrantReadsBooks.com
"Books allow us to tap into the ageless wisdom recorded by mankind — expediting the knowledge process and empowering the individual to pursue a meaningful, purpose driven life. Books have given me the education to pursue virtue, excellence, leadership, stillness, compassion, and kindness to others."
Giovanni Triana
Business Development, Stephen Gould Corporation
Book Club Archives
September / October
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May / June
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March / April
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January / February
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November / December
2023
September / October
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July / August
2023
May / June
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January / February
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November / December
2022
September / October
2022
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2022
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2021
November
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October
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2021
Frequently Asked Questions
Each month, our community will read a book together. Each week, all members of the book club will receive a short email summarizing each "quarter" of the book, along with some questions to consider. We will encourage all members of the Fearless Journeys community to join us for an interactive discussion on our community Slack page. The book club is included for all members of the community, beginning with the Start Up level ($99 annual membership).
Members who are at least at the Collaborator level ($249 annual membership) are invited to join us for a live session each month (one session per book), via Zoom. The conversation will be focused on the key takeaways from the book, guided by an author or Featured Innovator. You will also have the opportunity to come "on camera" into the book club Zoom room and have a fun, interactive discussion each month with the featured innovator and other members of the community.
All members will be required to purchase their own books, so they can read them in whatever format is best for them. This also allows us to keep the costs of membership low. If we had to purchase 12 books a year for everyone in the community, we would have to proportionally raise the current membership rates.
Of course not! However, we do think the more you read, the more you learn and the more you grow. We encourage you to strive to read at least 10 pages of a book each day. If you are able to keep that daily pace, you can easily read one book a month. We also know that being a part of the community will add an accountability factor and motivate you to read more books and be an active part of the book club.
You will receive a 30-day advance notice of the next book, before you are expected to start reading it. We will also give you a 60-day advance notice of the live monthly Zoom session associated with that book. This will be a session guided by the author or one of the Featured Innovators of the Fearless Journeys community, who will guide us through that book's discussion.
We will offer you a private recording of the session, as long as the author or Featured Innovator does not have any conflict.
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Start-up
Gain access to the Fearless Journeys Book Club online discussion board, featuring discussion questions and community conversation about the book.
Collaborator
In addition to the online discussion board, gain access to virtual calls each month with the host or author to discuss the book in real-time.
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"Most entrepreneurial people I've encountered are travelers and it’s no wonder why. They have a passion for adventure and seek out ways to see the world differently.
There is no greater education than what travel provides. Possessions come and go but the memories of a journey to another place last a lifetime, helping us put our reason for being into proper context."
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Plan your next great adventure with destination ideas, pro traveler trips, sample itineraries, and more.
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Each month learn about a new adventure destination around the world. Visualize your trip with photos, videos, and blog posts from travelers who've gone before you.
Exclusive Group Trips
Qualify for exclusive, organized group trips each year. Go boldly to far-off destinations and form lifelong connections with other members from the Fearless Journeys community.
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Fearless Journeys Miami Dinner Experience
Experience a bite of Buenos Aires in Miami with Featured Innovators
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Dominican Republic Cigar Adventure!
Join us for 5 days / 4 nights adventure in Puerto Plata and Santiago de los Caballeros
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Guatemala with The Currys!
Join us for an adventure in Antigua, Lake Atitlan, and Guatemala City with your favorite musicians, The Currys!
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Recap: Group Trip to Buenos Aires
Part B of our 2023 group trip to South America included 4 nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Members of the Fearless Journeys community who are at least at the Collaborator ($249 annual membership) level are invited on all the Fearless Journeys group trips, while spaces are available.
After each group trip is announced, you can reserve your space with a deposit equal to 50% of the entirety of the group trip cost.
We plan to keep the prices affordable and bring you a unique experience that is priceless! In each location we travel to, we will interact with entrepreneurs on the ground and take part in experiences that can't be bought otherwise. Our connections run deep and we plan to make you a part of them. For most of our trips, we will include an all-inclusive price for lodging, transportation, visits to landmarks and attractions, and specific group meals. We will make you fully aware of your additional expenses, such as airfare from your particular departure point and any other meals or expenses we may not cover.
In the inaugural year of the Fearless Journeys community, we plan to offer at least two group trips, for up to 20 people per trip.
Yes, of course! In fact, all members of the Fearless Journeys community will be emailed a curated travel itinerary every month, each featuring a new destination. We always encourage you to travel more, even beyond your experiences with the Fearless Journeys community. Our group trips will be unique for the unmatched experiences, the amazing connections we'll make with local people on the ground, as well as the connections you will build with our Featured Innovators and other members of the Fearless Journeys community who you will travel alongside. Discovering a new place while making new friends is a memory we hope will last a lifetime. No one should have to take their journey alone. We will journey together.
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Self-growth and innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum—we need others to guide us, mentor us, and inspire us. Many brains, working together with a shared vision can set this world on fire.
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Everyone is afraid of something. Entrepreneurs must have courage to go forward despite the uncertainty that lies ahead. Rest assured, however—you will not have to take your journey alone. With the help of mentors, coaches, and supporters, you can keep pushing forward.
Who is this for?
The Seeker
For those yearning to begin their entrepreneurial venture, the Fearless Journeys community provides you with real stories of entrepreneurial beginnings, inspirational role models to learn from, and actionable insights to help you take your first steps on the path of entrepreneurship.
Tap into our community book club, weekly newsletters, and online community discussion tools to help you digest knowledge and interact with those who blazed their own trails before you. No college degree or prior work experience needed.
The Restless Leader
There are many who are a decade or more into their own careers in comfortable corporate, government, or nonprofit positions. Yet, the desire to do something more, to push our own boundaries burns deep within us.
Fearless Journeys can help you navigate this transition.
And for those who are already entrepreneurs, but want to explore a new venture or find collaborative partners, we can connect you with the right people get started.
The Lifelong Learner
For those who are retired or happy with their current careers, but yearn for a community filled with constant intellectual stimulation, look no further.
We have book clubs, online and in-person community meetups, and plenty of people and ideas to inspire and excite you. Your voice is not only welcomed, but needed. An axe always needs sharpening!
Innovator Spotlights
Fearless Journeys Founder Named Executive Director of Economic Club of Miami
In this role, Francisco Gonzalez will continue to lead Fearless Journeys as he helps elevate the entrepreneurial spirit of the city of the future.
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Greet Each Day With Love
Scroll II from Og Mandino really spoke to me this week, not just through the physical words of the book but what I was taught about love directly from a U.S.-born entrepreneurial chef in Guatemala and a medical doctor in Virginia whose work in Haiti is inspiring.
Read PostJourney Together.
In the book The Alchemist, by Paul Coelho, a common refrain is preached: “When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”
No one takes their journey alone, no one grows alone, and no one succeeds alone. There are many who help us along the way. And, when you really want something, the universe will indeed help you to achieve it. This community is ready to be an active part of the universe for you.
Let us journey together.
Featured Innovators
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Jason Harle
Founder and Head Trainer / Programmer, Farmer Gym
Ben Kohlmann
Engagement Manager, McKinsey & Company
JD Eicher
Singer / Songwriter
John Rivers
Founder & CEO, 4 Rivers Smokehouse
Bob Rubin
Founder & CEO, Rubin Wealth Advisors
John Morris
Founder, Wheelchair Travel
Matt Thomas
Founder, Fight and Flow and Brawl for a Cause
James Nuveen
Creator, Freedom Files
Evan Ernst
Executive Director, Who We Play For
Glen Gilzean
President & CEO, Central Florida Urban League
Amy Gerhartz
Singer-Songwriter, Speaker, Mindset Coach
Zak Slayback
Venture Capital professional; Principal, 1517 Fund
George Seay
CEO, Annandale Capital
Adam Andrzejewski
CEO, Open the Books
Peter Lipsett
Vice President, DonorsTrust
Patrick Franks
President, Go Doorstep
"Entrepreneurship can be a hard journey to take alone, but there’s safety in having many guides along the way. I wouldn’t be where I am without people who’ve helped me out over the years, and you gotta pay it forward."
"Fearless Journeys is a needed voice in the conversation about how we create value, innovation, and advancement. I plan to add meaningfully and substantively to the conversationas we move ahead!"
“Innovation does not happen in a vacuum. It requires communication, diverse points of view and an honest, often challenging dialogue. I met Francisco through his podcast and have been a convert and a firm believer in his idea of Fearless Journeys ever since. I am excited to connect and partner with fellow change makers around the world."
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Membership
$250 / year
$25 / month
Access to:
- Fearless Journeys courses
- Live Leadership Sessions with Featured Innovators
- Weekly Book Club Summaries
- Archive of Travel Itineraries
- Community WhatsApp group
- Membership Discounts on Group Trips
- Travel invitations
*Discount on in-person events does not apply to group trips.
Choose Your Membership Level$500 / year
includes all membership benefits and additional exposure
Frequently Asked Questions
By signing up for our free newsletter, you will receive a monthly email with community news that includes the book we are reading each month and spotlights on our Featured Innovators that allow you to begin to understand who our role models are and what you could learn from them. In addition, you will be sent one short weekly email that can be read in just a few minutes, sharing inspirational "starting out" stories, actionable insights, and innovative perspectives from our Featured Innovators.
Once your payment is processed, you will receive a welcome email with instructions on how to log in to our private community on Slack. You will also get invitations to in-person and online events and meetups sent to you via email in conjunction with the appropriate membership benefits for which you subscribe.
While subscriptions can be paid annually or monthly, an annual membership is required. This is not a sprint—it's a journey. We want to make sure every member of our community gets a full experience and is committed for at least a year. With that said, you can cancel your membership at any time and your benefits will continue until your full year is realized.
Only members who are at least at the Collaborator level ($249 annual membership) will receive invitations to exclusive trips for members of the Fearless Journeys community.
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About Fearless Journeys
Fearless Journeys helps you connect with innovators across the world.
Membership includes access to an archive of online courses and live monthly sessions, each led by one of our more than 50 Featured Innovators. Our intention is to help you build an entrepreneur's mindset.
We also come together in-person through community meet-ups in cities across the country, as well as destinations across the globe. These experiences help you gain new perspectives while enjoying rewarding in-person experiences with innovative entrepreneurs in the places we visit together.
If you can't travel with our group, we also provide members with access to a treasure trove of curated travel itineraries -- an archive that continues to grow over time.
While many encounter fears and anxieties along the entrepreneur's path, we encourage and inspire you to keep pushing forward boldly along your journey.
Becoming an entrepreneur does not happen overnight. With our education and network, Fearless Journeys helps you improve your luck surface one step at a time.
We live by the creed that no one journeys alone! Take your first steps with us by subscribing to our free newsletter or joining our membership to access our entire community on the Circle platform.
Interested in sponsoring the Fearless Journeys Community? You can do that here.
Our Founder
Francisco Gonzalez is the founder and CEO of Fearless Journeys.
As host of the Agents of Innovation podcast since 2015, Francisco has had engaging conversations with over 130 entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and artists. He is passionate about connecting people with role models, mentors, and stories of entrepreneurial journeys to learn from.
Francisco is the author of The American Dream is a Terrible Thing to Waste: 100 Agents of Innovation Share Their Fearless Journeys in Today's Economy.
Born and raised in Florida, Francisco has traveled to 31 countries and 48 U.S. States. Through his journeys, he has learned that travel helps us get out of our comfort zone and allows us to see the world from a fresh perspective. It emboldens the mission of the innovative soul.
A student of history with degrees from Florida Atlantic University and the University of Maryland, Francisco has served in leadership roles for three nonprofit educational organizations. He is currently a visiting professor at the Universidad Francisco Marroquin in Guatemala City, where he teaches courses on entrepreneurship and innovation.
In addition to leading Fearless Journeys, Francisco is also the Executive Director of the Economic Club of Miami and teaches economics courses at the South Bay and Moore Haven correctional facilities in South Florida. There are few places Francisco won't go to help give life to the entrepreneurial mind.
Francisco is available for speaking engagements, interviews, and workshops.
Francisco is truly one of the great ones I have worked with during my 25-year career. It is rare to find someone as intellectual as Francisco that also deeply understands relationships. He is going to build his career over the years and during that time he will build the careers of everyone around because that is who he is.
Principal at Crossman Career Builders
Francisco has a distinctive talent for bringing together remarkable people from across industries and interests. Fearless Journeys is a powerful medium to connect entrepreneurs and doers while helping them reach their full potential.
McKinsey & Company
Sometimes a single conversation or connection can change the trajectory of your life. Fearless Journeys provides a place where people can increase their "luck surface" and bump into more people and ideas that can unlock the difference between mediocrity and greatness.