“If your motives are pure, the angels will come.” – Sir Ben Kingsley (as featured in GOING FOR IT!)
In a world obsessed with viral success and overnight fame, GOING FOR IT! by Paul Salfen rewrites the rules not by offering a shortcut, but by showcasing the long, rewarding road of relentless pursuit, resilience, and raw passion.
From a kid with a dream in Dallas, TX to a multi-hyphenate media force, Paul Salfen has spent the last two decades collecting wisdom from the world’s greatest achievers—and now, he’s packaged it all into one powerful, award-winning book.
The Man Behind the Mission
Paul Salfen isn’t your average author. He’s a TV host, producer, editor, writer, content creator, consultant, and serial entrepreneur who has built and elevated media brands across every platform. As the current producer and co-host of Drew Pearson Live/The Ultimate Hail Mary and producer/writer for AMFM Magazine, Salfen’s voice is one that both fans and industry insiders recognize and respect.
But his work doesn’t stop at the U.S. border. As an international correspondent for OSN in Dubai, broadcast across 22 Middle Eastern markets, and formerly a host on the Telly Award-winning Let’s Go DFW! (CBS), and other notable shows like Sports Plus, Inside Entertainment, and The Drew Pearson Show, Salfen has built a career on capturing the extraordinary and delivering it with authenticity.
He’s interviewed A-list names like Tom Cruise, Hugh Jackman, The Rock, Metallica, and Angelina Jolie, plus visionaries like Sir Richard Branson and Buzz Aldrin. His bylines and appearances stretch from The Dallas Morning News to CNN Radio, from ABC and FOX TV to the covers of magazines and into theaters with pre-show content for Cinemark.
The Book That’s Turning Heads
With GOING FOR IT!, Salfen doesn’t just share celebrity stories; he weaves a common thread of human potential through each quote and experience. The message? Success isn’t reserved for the connected or the wealthy. It’s for those who try harder.
That mindset isn’t just a theme, it’s the foundation of the book and Salfen’s life. “You can be from anywhere and become anything,” he says. “It’s really about just going for it.”
And go for it, he did. The book has already won four major awards:
- International Impact Award
- Best of Best Review Winner
- Regal Summit Award
- POTY Book Award
What Sets Salfen Apart?
While others may chase clout, Paul Salfen built his brand on grit. “I work harder than anyone I know,” he says simply. Whether launching media outlets, consulting for diverse companies, or creating content that informs and inspires, Salfen’s output is matched only by his hustle.
His personal brand is proof that wisdom is recession-proof, creativity is boundless, and hard work is still the ultimate differentiator.
A Mission to Inspire
Salfen hopes to place GOING FOR IT! in schools and libraries across the country. His vision? To show young people that “we’re all made of the same parts and we all can make it.” His interviews span the biggest names in music, entertainment, and sports—people who’ve earned Oscars, GRAMMYs, Super Bowl rings, and global respect. Each story in the book drives home the idea that if they can do it, so can you.
With Volume 2 already complete and Volume 3 in the works, GOING FOR IT! is just the beginning of a motivational movement.
Ready to Go For It?
Dive into the stories of Beyoncé, Garth Brooks, Tyler Perry, Mike Tyson, and more. Learn what it really takes to succeed from the people who’ve done it at the highest level. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, entrepreneur, athlete, or dreamer of any kind, Paul Salfen’s message is clear:
You don’t need a silver spoon, just the will to try.
You can learn more about Paul Salfen and his inspiring work by visiting his official websites www.GoingForItBook.com and www.PaulSalfen.com. For behind-the-scenes content, updates, and exclusive insights, follow him on Instagram at @paulsalfen.
