Send us a text If nothing changed in your life over the next five years, would you still be happy? That’s the question my guest, Sadok Ben-Khelifa, uses as a mirror, and maybe, a wake-up call. When I first heard Sadok speak at an event alongside Les Brown, his message cut through the noise. Here was a man who had everything most people chase, success, status, a great career in tech and finance—and yet, he was two weeks away from quitting it all. No plan. No backup. Just burnout. In this episo...
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Send us a text If nothing changed in your life over the next five years, would you still be happy? That’s the question my guest, Sadok Ben-Khelifa, uses as a mirror, and maybe, a wake-up call. When I first heard Sadok speak at an event alongside Les Brown, his message cut through the noise. Here was a man who had everything most people chase, success, status, a great career in tech and finance—and yet, he was two weeks away from quitting it all. No plan. No backup. Just burnout. In this episo...
Send us a text If nothing changed in your life over the next five years, would you still be happy? That’s the question my guest, Sadok Ben-Khelifa, uses as a mirror, and maybe, a wake-up call. When I first heard Sadok speak at an event alongside Les Brown, his message cut through the noise. Here was a man who had everything most people chase, success, status, a great career in tech and finance—and yet, he was two weeks away from quitting it all. No plan. No backup. Just burnout. In this episo...
Send us a text What if your deepest pain was actually preparing you for your greatest purpose? In this powerful episode of Success Through Connections, Zelda sits down with Amir Kendic, author of From Pain to Purpose, to unpack one of the most raw and redemptive stories you’ll ever hear. From surviving an abusive childhood to battling addiction, Amir’s journey is proof that faith can pull you out of the darkest places and reshape everything about how you see yourself. He opens up about what i...
Send us a text What if the true ROI in business wasn’t money—but meaning? That’s the question we unpack in this week’s episode of Success Through Connections. I sat down with Ed Rigsbee, Certified Speaking Professional and founder of Cigar PEG, a nonprofit that’s donated nearly a million dollars to causes across the U.S. since 1999. But this conversation goes far deeper than philanthropy. Ed reveals the real engine behind thriving communities and organizations—the power of giving back, buildi...
Send us a text What if your biggest breakthrough came after your quietest season? My guest today, Carey Cohill, went from lying in bed for months, watching Dr. Phil and Judge Judy—to standing under the bright lights of the Home Shopping Network, doing what she loves most: inspiring people and sharing her passion for cooking. But this isn’t a story about overnight success. It’s a story about faith, surrender, and the power of stillness. In this episode, Carey opens up about: How walking away f...
Send us a text What if I told you that everything you think you know about growing a business… might be what’s keeping you stuck? This week, I sat down with someone who’s not just ahead of the curve—he’s been shaping it for decades: Ford Saeks. He’s the kind of business mind that makes you rethink everything you thought you knew about growth, branding, and how to stay relevant in the middle of this AI revolution that’s shaking up every industry on the planet. In this episode, Ford...
Send us a text What if I told you that sales and customer service are just like dating? Yep, the same mistakes that can ruin a first date might be the very things costing you customers. In this episode of Success Through Connections, I sit down with my longtime friend and mentor, Andy Masters, an award-winning author, international speaker, and the creative mind behind “Kiss Your Customer: 77 Reasons Why Sales & Service Are Just Like Dating and Relationships.” Andy and I go way back (over...
Send us a text What if financial freedom wasn’t about hustling harder, but about letting your money do the heavy lifting? In this week’s episode of Success Through Connection, I sit down with the incredible Halle Eavelyn—wealth coach, speaker, author, and someone who has been featured everywhere from Time Magazine to Good Morning America. Halle has spent decades helping women shift their money mindset and step into true financial power, and her latest book The Passive Income Power Plan: 108 W...
Send us a text What if the stress you’re carrying around isn’t even yours? That’s one of the surprising truths my guest, Snowden McFall, shared in this conversation. She’s a six-time author, a nationally recognized speaker, and a woman whose work has taken her everywhere from Fortune 500 boardrooms to the White House. Snowden has spent her career helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday people recognize the early signs of stress and burnout—and more importantly, how to stop it from hijack...
Send us a text What if one small decision could completely change the trajectory of your health and your career? In this episode, I sit down with Greg Harris, a longtime friend whose story is nothing short of fascinating. Greg spent 36 years in the mortgage industry before taking a leap into something radically different: health and wellness. And the spark for that transition came from an unexpected place, a simple patch that changed the way he thought about aging, energy, and purpose. We tal...
Send us a text What if the secret to real success isn’t about what you know… but who you know? In this week’s episode of Success Through Connections, I sit down with the incredible Tracey Currell — known far and wide as the “Connection Queen.” From growing up in British pubs surrounded by people to building one of the UK’s largest networking organizations, Tracey’s story is proof that relationships aren’t just nice to have… they’re everything. In our conversation, we dive into: The mistakes m...
Send us a text Welcome back to Success Through Connections—I’m Zelda, and today I’m checking a big one off my “someday” list. Two decades ago I watched Randy Gage light up a room at the Florida Speakers Association. He was a phenomenon then; he’s a phenomenon now. Not the glossy, “just manifest it” kind—the real, sometimes uncomfortable truth-telling kind. In this episode, Randy and I dismantle prosperity myths and rebuild them with brick, mortar, and doing the work. You’ll hear how a kid who...
Send us a text What if love didn’t have to feel like a guessing game? This week on Success Through Connection, I’m joined by the incredible Gwen Washington—psychologist, counselor, and certified trauma specialist—who has helped thousands of people rewrite their love story. And trust me, this conversation is one you’ll want to lean into. We talk about everything from where to actually meet authentic, relationship-minded people (hint: it’s not just apps) … to how to flirt without feeling awkwar...
Send us a text What if the key to building real wealth online isn’t about “going viral” but about knowing exactly what makes people click, watch, and buy? In this episode of Success Through Connections, I sit down with YouTube growth expert Scott Simson (yes, no “p” in his name). Scott has helped major corporations rack up millions of views and convert them into actual sales—and today, he’s breaking down how small businesses and entrepreneurs can do the same. We dig into: The difference betwe...
Send us a text Ever feel like sales is a grind you just have to “get through”? Katie Nelson thinks that’s where most business owners get it wrong, and she’s here to prove that selling can actually be fun (and wildly profitable). In this episode of Success Through Connections, I sit down with Katie — founder and CEO of Sales Uprising, three-time business owner, and the woman behind $150M in product and service sales. We talk about why 90% of businesses never hit their sales goals (and what the...
Send us a text In this episode of Success Through Connections, I finally get to sit down with someone I’ve admired for years—Bob Burg, co-author of the global phenomenon The Go-Giver. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a wildly successful business without selling your soul or spamming people with pitches, this is your episode. Bob unpacks the powerful idea that success isn’t about taking—it’s about giving. But not in some fluffy, idealistic way. We’re talking real, practical, proven-in-the-...
Send us a text Ever left a networking event feeling like you just survived a speed-dating session with business cards? Yeah... same. In this episode, my guest is Jaclyn Strominger, co-founder of Missing Link Network, and she’s on a mission to flip that tired script on its head. Jaclyn isn't just a networker — she’s a business matchmaker, a giver, a connector of dots and people. We dive into her refreshing (and wildly effective) approach to relationship-building through her mastermind-style ne...
Send us a text What happens when a millennial, a Gen Xer, and a baby boomer walk into a panel? You get a room full of laughter—and a moment that made me stop and reflect. In this solo episode of Success Through Connections, I’m diving into something that’s been on my mind lately: how generations interact in the workplace… and what happens when we stop listening to each other. It all started with a moment at a women’s conference. A casual comment from a millennial panelist about “not needing n...
Send us a text In this episode, my guest is Al Bagocius from Oasis Senior Advisors, and we’re talking about something that hits home for a lot of us—how to care for aging parents without burning out or damaging the relationship. Al has spent years helping families navigate senior care options, and he shares the kinds of things most people don’t think about until they’re already in a crisis. We talk about what signs to look for when it’s no longer safe for your loved one to live alone, what to...
Send us a text In this episode, my guest is Angela Timberlake, President of Elevate Women and Brilliant Leadership Group. Angela works closely with current and future C-suite leaders to help them build real confidence, find their leadership voice, and step fully into their value. We talk about something that most leaders struggle with but rarely admit—how hard it is to actually speak your value without feeling like you’re bragging. Angela shares why so many women (and leaders in general) play...
Send us a text You know what I’ve learned? Life is one big negotiation. Whether you’re closing a real estate deal, asking for a raise, or just trying to keep your Netflix subscription from going up—negotiation is everywhere. But most of us are just winging it. In this episode, I’m sitting down with David Goldwich—a former attorney, professional speaker, and author of Win-Win: An Everyday Guide to Negotiating. And let me tell you—David doesn’t just talk about negotiation; he lives it. 💡 Here’s...
Send us a text If nothing changed in your life over the next five years, would you still be happy? That’s the question my guest, Sadok Ben-Khelifa, uses as a mirror, and maybe, a wake-up call. When I first heard Sadok speak at an event alongside Les Brown, his message cut through the noise. Here was a man who had everything most people chase, success, status, a great career in tech and finance—and yet, he was two weeks away from quitting it all. No plan. No backup. Just burnout. In this episo...
