Karl Moore

Karl Moore is a Manchester-based writer and technologist known for his work in personal development, particularly audio-based programs grounded in neuroscience and psychology. Over his career, he has created over 200 brands and online communities, bridging technology, science, and philosophy.

Early Career

Moore began his career in technology, authoring programming books including Karl Moore's Visual Basic .NET: The Tutorials and The Ultimate VB .NET and ASP.NET Code Book. He was an early creator of several developer-focused websites and ran one of the first online programming communities. He was also featured in a weekly BBC broadcast explaining technology to mainstream UK audiences.

Moore later worked in forensic science, developing early DNA detection algorithms. During this period he also wrote for several leading UK-US technology magazines for over a decade. His creation of WebZinc, a precursor to modern-day XML, was adopted by Microsoft. This scientific background shaped his evidence-based approach to personal development. He subsequently founded a publishing company (now Canadian-owned), alongside a property business, before transitioning to personal development.

Inspire3 Work

In 2008, Moore founded Inspire3, bringing together therapists, neuroscientists, and audio engineers to apply a scientific approach to personal development. The company produced over 1,000 programs across areas including meditation, psychology, and audio-based therapy.

Notable products developed under Inspire3 include:

The company also produced psychology courses, trauma healing protocols, personality profiling tools, and extensive libraries of brainwave entrainment, subliminal technology, and hypnotherapeutic audio. Inspire3 products achieved a 4.8 rating across thousands of reviews on Trustpilot, and the company received ClickBank's Platinum award for its work in psychology and personal development.

Publications

In addition to his earlier programming books, Moore has written several books on personal development, including:

The 18 Rules of Happiness draws on Stoic philosophy and modern psychology to present principles for wellbeing. The book covers themes including gratitude, presence, emotional release, and the Stoic concept that happiness exists only in the present moment. It includes forewords by Mark Joyner and David Riklan.

The Secret Art of Self-Development offers 16 principles for personal transformation, addressing topics such as releasing limiting beliefs, setting intentions, and embracing change. Dr. Mel Gill, Director of The Meta Secret, wrote the foreword.

Moore has also written on Stoicism, exploring how ancient Stoic concepts - particularly the dichotomy of control and the four cardinal virtues - can be applied to modern life.

Media Appearances

Moore has appeared in several personal development documentaries, including:

A YouTube video Moore created about "saying yes more" was featured in Google Chrome's 2010 Super Bowl commercial.

Recognition

Moore's work has been endorsed by figures in the personal development industry, including Brian Tracy, Dr. Joe Vitale and Bob Doyle (both featured in The Secret), Mark Joyner (author of Simpleology), and David Riklan (founder of SelfGrowth.com). Dr. Mel Gill has described Moore as the "Bubbling Buddha" and wrote forewords to his books.

Philosophy

Moore's approach combines two main influences:

Scientific methodology: His background in technology and forensic science informs an evidence-based approach. His work incorporates research from neuroscience and psychology.

Stoic philosophy: Moore draws on the teachings of Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, emphasising focus on what one can control and acceptance of external events.

Philanthropy

Moore has continued to support mental health charities including the Samaritans through fundraising campaigns.

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