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Derrick Copeland Sr

Derrick is a speaker, author, and Success Catalyst passionate about helping individuals transform their life stories into purpose-driven success. As the creator of the D.R.I.V.E. framework and author of D.R.I.V.E.: The Journey of You, Derrick empowers writers to dig deep, find their voice, and finish what they’ve started. 

Yolanda Copeland

Yolanda is an adaptable leader, strategist,   and creator of the Distinctively You author experience. With a heart for helping people overcome obstacles through practical, powerful, and faith-fueled methods, she equips writers to move from idea to impact—bringing their stories to life on purpose and with power.

How This App Came to Be

We've heard stories from so many people who've dreamed of writing a book—but didn't know where to begin.

Some had notebooks full of ideas.
Others started strong but never made it past chapter three. Many more carried powerful messages in their hearts, unsure if their words were structured right, compelling enough, or even worth sharing.

What we discovered was this:
The desire was never the problem.


What was missing was a way forward — a clear, encouraging, easy-to-use tool that could meet people where they are, and guide them all the way to the finish line.

That's where the Distinctively You – D.R.I.V.E. App for Authors was born.

We built a guided experience — one that moves with you, step by step, without overwhelm or confusion. Just clarity. Confidence. Support.

Through The Journey Principle and now Distinctively You, we've created more than content — we've created space.

Space for people to get what's in their head and heart out into the world.

And space for your story — your fingerprint, your pulse — to become your masterpiece.

From Your Pulse to the Page...Distinctively You.

The Journey Principle

Your story is just the beginning. At The Journey Principle, discover the mindset, tools, and inspiration to turn your personal journey into lifelong impact. Whether you're seeking clarity, direction, or navigating change — we’ll help you connect the "dots" of life and keep D.R.I.V.I.N.G. toward your purpose.

Take advantage of free resources and learn how the Journey Principle can help you continue to put your greatest work into the world.

Ready to start your own Writing Journey?

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