Milestone Moments in Business & Leadership

What happens when you lose everything at 40… your career, your marriage, your financial security… and three kids are counting on you? Cris Coniglio knows. With 30+ years leading multi-million dollar event portfolios and a career that launched backstage at Disney, Cris seemed unstoppable. Then one pivot changed everything, and she had to rebuild from the bottom. But what she found on the other side wasn't just survival. It was a competitive powerlifting stage, a wall full of trophies, and a message that's changing the way women think about what's possible. What made her walk through a door on a rainy night when every instinct told her to turn around? And how did one moment at a competition spark a completely new chapter at 52? Cris shares why "someday" might be the most dangerous word in your vocabulary and the one thing she tells every woman who says, "I could never do that." Listen to the full episode now. To connect with Cris Coniglio, visit ironandinspiration.org Stay connected! Subscribe to Sheila's newsletter for: Early access to upcoming episodes and events Expanded strategies and resources Direct connection with Sheila for questions and support Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://fivemilestones.kit.com/newsletter Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestones For more information, visit: Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.com Five Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/ Sponsored by: https://PodToBook.ai | Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book

What would make a successful marketing executive walk away from a 20-year career and start completely over? Janet Uribe, ND, MBA is a California licensed naturopathic doctor who spent two decades building brands and leading marketing strategies for major corporations. She was at the top of her game, reporting directly to a division president, traveling the world, launching products across global markets. Then one ordinary afternoon at her desk, she noticed something about the products she was selling that she couldn't unsee. And it changed everything. What she did next took nearly a decade, challenged everything she thought she knew about her own mind, and led her to a discovery about women's health that most doctors never talk about. Why does Janet believe the thing women fear most about aging might actually be their greatest advantage? Listen in to learn more about how to reinvent your career in midlife, navigating women's health after 40, and why your second act might be your best one. Stay connected! Subscribe to Sheila's newsletter for: Early access to upcoming episodes and events Expanded strategies and resources Direct connection with Sheila for questions and support Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://fivemilestones.kit.com/newsletter Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestones For more information, visit: Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.com Five Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/ Sponsored by: https://PodToBook.ai | Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book

It's not every day you meet someone who went from pastoring a church to kicking in doors with an FBI SWAT team. But that's exactly the path Eric Robinson took, and the reason behind the pivot is not what you'd expect. Eric is also the author of the upcoming book "A Reverend: From Saving Souls to Chasing Sinners in the FBI," and he brings humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom to a conversation that will stay with you long after you finish listening. His story is proof that your next chapter can look nothing like your last one and still make perfect sense. Listen in to learn more about making fearless career pivots, overcoming the fear of walking away from a calling, and finding unexpected purpose in a second act. Stay connected! Early access to upcoming episodes and events Expanded strategies and resources Direct connection with Sheila for questions and support Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://fivemilestones.kit.com/newsletter Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestones For more information, visit: https://fivemilestones.com/show/ Sponsored by: https://PodToBook.ai | Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book

What if the biggest reason you're stuck has nothing to do with talent, resources, or timing? Dr. Christiane Schroeder is a behavioral economist, TEDx speaker, and host of Happy Healthy Hustle, a top 1% global podcast. Named 2025 Woman Podcaster of the Year, she's taught more than 10,000 people across five countries how to create lasting change. She's also a Fulbright scholar, Cal Poly professor, and author of Petite Practice. In this episode, she reveals the hidden economic logic behind why every human resists change and why that resistance is actually rational. Tune in to hear the full conversation and discover the small step that could change everything. To connect with Dr. Christiane Schroeder, visit drchristiane.com Stay connected! Subscribe to Sheila's newsletter for: Early access to upcoming episodes and events Expanded strategies and resources Direct connection with Sheila for questions and support Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://fivemilestones.kit.com/newsletter Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestones For more information, visit: Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.com Five Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/ Sponsored by: https://PodToBook.ai | Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book

What if the reason your creative business isn't growing has nothing to do with your talent? Jen Fontanilla spent 25 years as a graphic designer creating packaging and displays for major global brands while simultaneously building a 20-year career in financial services. She was living a double life and then she discovered the invisible thread connecting both worlds and it changed everything. Now a certified money coach, TEDx speaker, and four-time award-winning author of The Creative Code, Jen helps creative entrepreneurs uncover the money stories they didn't know were running the show. Tune in to hear the moment Jen walked away from her licenses with no turning back and the mindset shift that made it all worth it. To connect with Jen Fontanilla, find her on LinkedIn or Instagram @ItisJenFontanilla Stay connected! Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestones For more information, visit: Five Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/ Sponsored by: https://PodToBook.ai | Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book