Jeff Rivera Hear the story of Jeff Rivera who gives new meaning to the phrase "NO EXCUSES!" Once a homeless young man living in a car and dealing with unimaginable obstacles, learn the journey that lead him to becoming an award winning author, sought after journalist and being featured on a syndicated television show. His resume includes heavy hitters such as MediaBistro.com, the Huffington Post, National Public Radio, New York Roundtable Writers Conference and others. The brains behind www.gumbowriters.com, Jeff reveals trade secrets to getting your book published and teaches us all a lesson on what matters most. The process of writing his first novel, "Forever My Lady" was the proving ground that planted seeds for which he is reaping an incredible harvest today.