Bring It Out Global Empowerment
Bring It Out
It’s In You
Raymond Smith is a Maryland author, motivational speaker, and founder of Bring It Out Global Empowerment.
Upcoming: Bring It Out, It's In You will be featured on the NYC Times Square Billboard — August 28, 2026.
Thank You, Melanie Bonita!Upcoming event
Harlem Book Fair 2026
The book
Bring It Out, It’s In You
30 Affirmations for African American Boys Growing Up Without Their Fathers
Raymond Smith’s book shares an empowering message for readers ready to grow, persevere, and bring their potential forward.
Watch the Trailer
See What's Inside
Bring It Out™
Bring It Out™
Bring It Out, It's In You — 30 Affirmations for African American Boys Growing Up Without Their Fathers
Testimonials
What Readers Are Saying
Real voices. Real impact.
This book spoke directly to my son's heart. Raymond has a gift for reaching young men who feel lost and reminding them that everything they need is already inside them.
I use this book in my classroom every semester. The affirmations are powerful, practical, and the young men I teach connect with Raymond's story on a deep level.
Raymond's presentation at our town hall was one of the most impactful moments of the event. He speaks with authenticity and conviction that moves people to action.
Bring It Out is more than a book — it's a roadmap. I wish I had these affirmations growing up. I'm making sure every young man in my community gets a copy.
Raymond showed up at Books & Brunch and left the whole room inspired. His story is real, his message is urgent, and this book delivers on every page.
This work of literary art shows that there are brothers like this cause for a creation of other blessed brothers. Affirmations to make young men the best men possible — for those young men to know who, what, and whose they are. Powerful impact. If I had sons, we would engage this book on the regular.
So proud to call you friend, Raymond Smith. Congrats on the book. We have come a long way from Van Block Avenue!
Speaking Engagements
Motivational speaking for growth and empowerment
Raymond Smith speaks with audiences across Maryland and beyond on resilience, youth empowerment, personal growth, purpose, and overcoming adversity.
Who This Book Is For
A Message for Every Young Man
Young Men
African American boys navigating life without their fathers — searching for identity, purpose, and direction.
Families & Educators
Mothers, teachers, mentors, and community leaders who want to speak life into the young men around them.
Communities of Faith
Churches, youth ministries, and faith communities committed to raising the next generation with purpose.
Stay Connected
Stay connected
Get updates from Raymond Smith and Bring It Out Global Empowerment.