Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Wendell Graham.

A stroke survivor, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. He shares his journey of overcoming challenges, from surviving a deadly train accident to battling health setbacks and rebuilding his life and career.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Surviving the Amtrak Disaster

   • Wendell recounts narrowly avoiding a fatal train crash that claimed 47 lives.
   • He reflects on the survivor’s remorse he felt and how it motivated him to dedicate his life to helping others.

2. Overcoming a Stroke

   • In 2024, Wendell suffered a stroke triggered by an anaphylactic shock.
   • He describes his struggle with memory loss and the inability to speak, as well as his determined recovery process.

3. Lessons in Resilience & Purpose

   • Wendell shares how he transformed personal hardships into a mission to inspire and educate others.
   • He emphasizes the importance of perseverance, patience, and self-belief.

4. Entrepreneurial Journey & Business Philosophy

   • Wendell founded Slight Edge Consulting, a business development firm helping individuals unlock their full potential.
   • He explains the “85-15” principle—most people already possess 85% of what they need for success; his firm helps with the remaining 15%.

5. Sales & Influence

   • Wendell breaks down sales as “transferring feelings” and teaches strategies for effective persuasion.
   • He highlights the importance of confidence, enthusiasm, and knowledge in selling ideas and products.

📘 About Slight Edge Consulting
Slight Edge Consulting provides personalized coaching to entrepreneurs and professionals, focusing on business development, public speaking, and mindset transformation.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Shiloh Bigles.

A certified functional nutrition counselor and founder of Level Minds CBD Health Club, joins Money Making Conversations Masterclass to discuss how CBD, functional nutrition, and holistic wellness help individuals manage pain, anxiety, and autoimmune disorders. She shares her personal experience overcoming lupus and Crohn’s disease through natural remedies.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Understanding CBD & Its Benefits

   • Every mammal has an endocannabinoid system with CB1 and CB2 receptors that regulate neurological and immune functions.
   • CBD products help create balance (homeostasis) in the body, improving heart, kidney, liver, and digestive functions.

2. Top Reasons People Seek CBD

   • Sleep Issues & Anxiety – Many customers struggle with post-pandemic insomnia and high stress.
   • Pain Management – Whether from sports injuries, chronic conditions, or muscle strains, CBD offers natural relief.

3. Autoimmune Disorders & CBD

   • Shiloh personally overcame lupus and Crohn’s disease without steroids or medication.
   • CBD helps calm the immune system, reducing inflammation and preventing the body from attacking itself.
   • Different CBD formats—oils, gummies, and edibles—support various conditions depending on where the inflammation occurs.

4. CBD vs. Common Misconceptions

   • CBD ≠ Weed – While CBD comes from cannabis, THC-free products exist, allowing users to experience benefits without feeling high.
   • Many professionals, including military personnel, firefighters, and police officers, use CBD to manage stress safely.
   • Products available include gummies, chocolates, topicals, and drinks, catering to different needs.

5. Family-Friendly CBD & THC Options

   • Level Minds CBD offers a THC-free “family & professional” line that’s safe for kids and pets.
   • For those seeking a mild calming effect, low-dose THC drinks help relieve stress without alcohol-like side effects.
   • Many customers have quit alcohol entirely, preferring CBD for relaxation and emotional balance.

6. Entrepreneurship & Passion for Wellness

   • Shiloh’s business started as a pain and wellness therapy spa before expanding into CBD.
   • She built her company on word-of-mouth marketing, prioritizing education, personal connections, and community trust.
   • She believes passion drives success, emphasizing that true dedication leads to financial rewards.

📘 Resources & Contact Information
Shiloh Biglis’ products are available through:
🔗 Website: Level Minds CBD
🔗 Phone: (678) 765-2228
🔗 Social Media: @LevelMindsCBD

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa.

CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

Breaking into Government Contracting

• Barbosa started her business by targeting government contracts, recognizing that the government is the largest buyer of goods and services.
• She explained how RFQs (Request for Quotes) and RFPs (Request for Proposals) allow new suppliers to compete for contracts.

Navigating a Male-Dominated Industry

• She admitted that entering the industrial supply sector was challenging but credited her fearlessness and determination for her success.
• Barbosa emphasized that women entrepreneurs must focus on value and expertise rather than industry stereotypes.

Supply Chain & Procurement Strategies

• ISP specializes in safety, PPE, industrial, janitorial, and construction supplies, ensuring cost-effective procurement solutions.
• Barbosa detailed how understanding supply chain logistics helped her compete with big-box suppliers.

COVID-19 & PPE Pricing Surge

• During the pandemic, PPE prices skyrocketed due to high demand and supply chain disruptions.
• Barbosa explained how manufacturers shifted production to PPE, leading to price gouging and bidding wars.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) in Business

• Barbosa’s company is certified as a minority-owned and women-owned business, but she emphasized that quality and service—not identity—should drive business success.
• She believes that DEI initiatives should not be the sole reason for doing business, but rather a tool for leveraging opportunities.

📘 About Jennifer Barbosa & International Supply Partners
Jennifer Barbosa is a visionary entrepreneur and supply chain specialist, leading International Supply Partners (ISP) in streamlining procurement for businesses and government agencies. ISP is a trusted provider of essential goods, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and competitive pricing.

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