Whether you're facing your own business disruption or just tired of slimy LinkedIn sales tactics (Mitchell's words, not mine!), this episode delivers practical strategies for not just surviving change—but thriving because of it.

Get ready to discover why sometimes the best business ideas fail simply because of timing, how to find your "vibrational frequency" in business, and the five-minute LinkedIn strategy that actually converts conversations into clients.

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"Champagne clientele are those dream clients... they're looking for somebody who wants to be alongside them as a strategic vision because they want to stay in their genius zone." In this captivating episode of Milestone Moments, host Sheila Slick interviews Reland Logan, a visionary brand strategist who specializes in catapulting women-owned consulting agencies to unprecedented success through her innovative Brand Extraordinary Method.

Logan shares her inspiring journey from fashion marketing to founding her own agency during the pandemic, driven by her mission to amplify women's voices and help them break through glass ceilings. She introduces the concept of "champagne clientele"—dream clients willing to pay premium prices for strategic partnerships rather than transactional services. Unlike clients at the bottom of the market pyramid who respond to generic mass outreach, champagne clientele seek expert collaborators who truly understand their challenges.

The conversation provides actionable advice for business owners feeling stuck in their branding. Logan reveals her powerful "FLUTE" framework for transforming website homepages from buffet-style information dumps to curated tasting menu experiences that guide visitors through a compelling narrative. By focusing on Feelings (pain or pleasure), Leveraging emotions, Understanding client needs, anchoring with Tangible credibility, and Elevating solutions, business owners can position themselves as market leaders worthy of premium clients. The episode concludes with Logan sharing her next milestone—reaching seven figures not just for personal wealth but to empower other women and support community initiatives close to her heart.

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"Your relationship with yourself is the key to your relationship with everyone and everything else in your life." In this illuminating episode of Milestone Moments, host Sheila Slick interviews Judy Slater, a transformational leader who has masterfully blended spirituality, healing, and leadership coaching. With over 40 years of experience as an ordained Presbyterian pastor, Judy shares her journey from medicine to ministry to energy healing, revealing how these seemingly diverse paths converged to form her unique approach to personal transformation.

Slater introduces her concept of "self-woundings" versus "self-wonderfuls," explaining that acknowledging our imperfections is the first step toward authentic growth. She emphasizes that true transformation begins with addressing these wounding gifts—the critical, judgmental parts of ourselves that prevent us from being 100% full of our loving, caring selves. Throughout the conversation, Slater advocates for the importance of inner work, suggesting that leaders must learn to access their meditation sanctuary (middle brain) rather than operating from the analyzer brain (front) or the fear-driven reptilian brain.

The episode explores Slater's transformational tools, including her book "The Simply Self-Wonderful Inner Workout Book" and accompanying card deck, now available as an interactive app called Deckable. These resources guide users through a comprehensive self-discovery process addressing mental, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions. Slater concludes with her vision of creating ripples of self-love and compassion that extend beyond individuals to transform our world, reminding listeners that meaningful change always begins within.

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Are you among the millions suffering from hand and wrist pain due to endless hours at your computer? Discover how one passionate physical therapist turned his patient's struggle into a mission to help 100 million people live pain-free.

In this captivating episode of "Milestone Moments," host Sheila Slick interviews Alpesh Patel, founder of Theravio and author of "How to Cure Your Hand and Wrist Pain in 30 Days." Alpesh shares his journey from treating patients one-on-one to creating an innovative hand therapy kit that combines carefully selected tools with a comprehensive exercise program.

The inspiration behind Theravio came when Alpesh visited a patient's home and witnessed their family purchasing numerous ineffective products online. After testing over 200 products from various manufacturers, he developed a specialized kit containing only the most effective tools for hand pain relief. His accompanying book offers a simple 30-day program that guides users through weekly exercises designed to strengthen hands and alleviate pain.

During the interview, Alpesh demonstrates simple stretches anyone can do before computer work, including the "namaste" pose that improves blood circulation and releases tension in the wrist. He emphasizes the importance of stretching before any hand-intensive activities to prevent future injuries.

Unlike his previous business ventures, Theravio succeeded because Alpesh approached it with a passion for helping people rather than just creating a product. His advice for entrepreneurs? "The harder it is, the better it is" - challenging products with high barriers to entry face less competition.

Looking ahead, Alpesh aims to expand Theravio's offerings beyond hand pain to achieve his ambitious goal of helping 100 million people live pain-free lives.

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"Treat others the way they want to be treated." In this insightful episode of Milestone Moments, host Sheila Slick interviews Nancy Zare, Ph.D., known as "The Sales Whisperer" and creator of the Likability Sales System. Drawing from her psychology background and extensive experience, Nancy shares how she transformed from a reluctant salesperson to a sales expert by focusing on buyer psychology rather than traditional selling techniques.

Nancy reveals how her pivotal moment came when she discovered the Platinum Rule—treating others the way they want to be treated—which helped her quadruple sales in just 90 days. She explains her system's foundation of identifying four distinct buying personality styles and adapting your communication to match your prospect's preferred language. This approach creates what she calls "likability"—the feeling prospects get when they sense you truly understand them.

Throughout the conversation, Nancy emphasizes the importance of confidence in selling, describing it as an energetic transmission that attracts clients. She attributes her success to maintaining a beginner's mindset and continuously learning, which allows her to stay fresh and relevant. The episode concludes with Nancy sharing her future milestone: establishing a healing center that leverages the power of the mind and spirituality to help others transform their lives, reflecting her commitment to service beyond sales.

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"Most really smart people know what they think, but they don't know why they think it." In this fascinating episode of Milestone Moments, host Sheila Slick interviews Dr. Heath, a dual PhD neuropsychologist and forensic psychologist who translates complex brain science into practical tools for entrepreneurs and business leaders. With over 30 years of experience as a "neuromechanic" and cognitive toolbox expert, Dr. Heath reveals how unconscious thought patterns shape our decisions—and often hold us back.

Dr. Heath explains the three-level "pyramid of consciousness" that drives our thinking: the conscious (spotlight awareness), subconscious (periphery awareness), and unconscious (off-stage). He illuminates how even brilliant business leaders can fall victim to "over assimilation"—applying tools that worked in past situations to new problems where they no longer fit. The tendency to rely on fast, shallow thinking (what researchers call "System 1") rather than slower, deeper analysis ("System 2") often sabotages smart people precisely because they're accustomed to quick success.

The conversation provides actionable advice through Dr. Heath's "Three-Minute Mindset Reset"—a daily practice combining mindful breathing, affirmative writing, and spiritual connection. He emphasizes that most executives operate in a state of "oxygen debt," with suboptimal brain oxygenation hampering their cognitive performance. The episode concludes with information about Dr. Heath's Mindset Masterclass community and his upcoming course on overcoming anxiety, highlighting his holistic approach to optimizing mental performance through practical "shoe leather psychology."

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In this episode of "Milestone Moments in Business and Leadership," host Sheila Slick tackles the entrepreneurial challenge of self-doubt. Drawing from her 25 years of business experience with hundreds of startups, Slick reveals that over 70% of entrepreneurs experience imposter syndrome, but the key difference between those who succeed and those who don't isn't confidence—it's taking action despite uncertainty.

The episode outlines a practical five-step framework for overcoming business fear: naming your fears to reduce their power, validating your business idea with a one-page Business Model Canvas, setting small achievable goals, building a strategic support network, and taking imperfect action rather than waiting for perfect conditions.

Slick emphasizes that entrepreneurship isn't about being fearless but acknowledging doubts and moving forward anyway with a structured plan. For new business owners struggling with anxiety, her signature reminder offers valuable perspective: "doubt is normal, action is the answer, and your business deserves to exist."

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"Could Your Next Business Idea Be Powered by AI?" - Expert Mike Tedasco on Innovation, Failure and the Future of Work

"The only job that I know for sure will exist in five years is the solopreneur." In this eye-opening episode of Milestone Moments, host Sheila Slick interviews Mike Tedasco, a seasoned innovation expert and visiting fellow at the James Silberrod Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence at San Diego State University. Formerly the Senior Director of Innovation at PayPal, Tedasco shares valuable insights on embracing failure, adapting to rapid technological change, and leveraging artificial intelligence.

Tedasco emphasizes that failure is valuable when you learn from it, recounting his own journey from a failed comic book marketplace startup to an 11-year career at PayPal. He advocates for organizations to celebrate failures rather than hide them, citing Ben & Jerry's "failure graveyard" of discontinued ice cream flavors as an inspiring example of this mindset.

The conversation explores practical ways to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude in both business and personal life. Tedasco strongly advises that anyone not already using these tools is falling behind, suggesting starting with simple applications like contract reviews or turning AI into a study partner for children. Looking ahead, he predicts the rise of AI agents that will revolutionize work and create new opportunities for specialized solopreneurs who can serve niche markets while providing the human connection that clients still desire.

For aspiring innovators, Tedasco shares the story of a colleague who dedicated just 30 minutes daily to idea generation, eventually filing numerous patents through persistence and incremental improvement. The episode concludes with Tedasco discussing his upcoming children's book series on chemistry, demonstrating how innovation often means bringing knowledge from one field into another.

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