Unfinished Business

What happens when you walk away from a high-profile career to bet on yourself with no backup plan? That’s exactly what Aundrea Cline-Thomas, three-time Emmy-winning journalist and CEO of The Rewrite and Mountain Court Media, did. In this episode, David Sliman digs in with Aundrea on career reinvention, the business of media, and how storytelling can literally change your life.

From covering tragedies in Macon, Georgia, to anchoring...

Most companies throw money at marketing and hope for results, but hope isn’t a strategy. If your content isn’t driving leads, closing deals, or aligning with sales, you’re doing it wrong.

This week, A. Lee Judge, Co-Founder and CMO of Content Monsta, joins David Sliman to break down how to bridge the gap between marketing and sales, create content that actually drives revenue, and why business leaders need to build their personal b...

If you’re still selling like it’s 2015, you’re already behind. Sales is evolving faster than ever, and if you don’t adapt, you’re going to get left in the dust. Jake Dunlap, CEO of Skaled Consulting, joins David Sliman to talk about what actually works in sales today, why automation alone is killing sales teams, and how to leverage AI without losing the human edge.

Jake doesn’t just consult, he’s built and scaled sales teams from z...

Most people want change, but they don’t know where to start or how to break through old habits. That’s where Todd Bertsch, Owner and President of Evolve Marketing, comes in. In this episode, David Sliman sits down with Todd to talk about reinvention, resilience, and rewiring your mindset to reach your full potential.

From his early struggles with addiction and rock-bottom moments to building a thriving business and helping professi...

If you’re constantly saying, “I don’t have time,” then listen up, because Dave Pygon is about to call you out. Founder of PYGON ONE Consulting and leadership expert, Dave joins David Sliman to break down why most people confuse being busy with being productive, and how to flip the script.

Dave brings crazy energy and real talk about what separates the people who win the day from the ones who just spin their wheels. From building hi...

What makes a successful entrepreneur? Sometimes, it’s a calculated risk. Other times, it’s quitting your job mid-call, sending an “I’m done” email, and figuring it out later, just like Paul Byrne, President of Razoyo and Refactored Group. In this episode, David Sliman sits down with Paul to talk about business pivots, cybersecurity nightmares, and why most companies are one bad decision away from a tech disaster.

Paul shares insane...

If you’re a business owner, you already know: the world is LOUD. So how do you stand out, build credibility, and stay ahead in today’s media landscape? In this episode of Unfinished Business, host David Sliman sits down with Matt Kovacs, President of Blaze PR, to dive into the real strategies behind powerful branding and PR.

Matt shares his journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, revealing the mindset shifts, leadership strateg...

What happens when a business partnership turns from Business Bliss to Co-Founder Chaos? In this episode, David Sliman sits down with Gina Michnowicz, CEO of The Craftsman Agency, to talk about the hard lessons of entrepreneurship, leadership, and business breakups. From co-founding a successful agency to navigating a challenging partnership dissolution, Gina shares raw insights on what every entrepreneur should know before going in...

If you’ve ever thought about making the leap into business ownership, this episode is your wake-up call. Host David Sliman sits down with Sergei Kaminskiy, a serial entrepreneur, real estate developer, and founder of Kaminskiy Care & Repair, to talk about his journey from having just $70 in the bank to building multiple successful companies.

Key Takeaways:

• From rock bottom to real estate mogul ...

Welcome back to Unfinished Business! In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Stratman, the CEO of Coleman Associates and a trailblazer in healthcare innovation and operations. Melissa’s story is one of grit, perseverance, and vision, starting from her roots on a farm in Nebraska to becoming a leader reshaping healthcare systems across the nation.

Melissa dives into her journey of starting and growing a multimillion-dollar consulti...

Welcome to Unfinished Business! Today, I’m excited to have Jay Pettigrew, Vice President of Sales at Parspec, join us. Jay’s story is nothing short of inspiring. This is a guy who started as an intern at Salesforce and worked his way up to senior leadership roles in the tech world. If you’re thinking about leveling up in your career or making bold moves, this episode is for you!

Jay dives into how he built a career from the groun...

Welcome back to Unfinished Business! In this episode, David Sliman sits down with Emily Chang, bestselling author of The Spare Room and CEO of VML West, a powerhouse marketing agency. With over 25 years of leadership experience at global brands like Apple, P&G, and Starbucks, Emily shares her wisdom on driving innovation, building teams, and creating meaningful impact.

From managing brand transformations across cultures to bala...

Welcome to Unfinished Business! In this episode, David Sliman sits down with Jeremy Jenson, founder and CEO of Encore Search Partners, one of the nation’s leading recruiting firms specializing in tough-to-find talent. Jeremy shares his journey from starting his business at 25 to scaling it into a multimillion-dollar powerhouse.

From reimagining his business model to fostering a winning culture, Jeremy dives deep into the challenges...

Welcome to the second episode of Unfinished Business! Today, David Sliman sits down with Adam Sedlack, CEO of UFC Gym, a global leader in MMA-inspired fitness with locations in 37 countries. Adam brings over 25 years of expertise in the health and wellness industry, blending innovation, leadership, and passion to redefine the fitness experience.

In this episode, Adam shares his journey from starting in gyms to leading a global po...

We’re kicking off Unfinished Business with the Sharpen Your Axe series, focusing on one of the most essential keys to success: goal setting. In this episode, David Sliman walks you through proven techniques to set meaningful goals, stay committed, and measure your progress.

From breaking down shocking statistics about goal-setting failures to introducing the “Goal Pyramid” framework, David shares a roadmap to help you hit the groun...

Welcome back, everyone! I’m excited to introduce Tom Lineen, founder and president of West Town Payments. Tom’s been in the payments industry for over 20 years, and his journey is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, leadership, and building strategic partnerships. From driving 60,000 miles a year in his early career to leading innovative payment solutions, Tom shares how he identified opportunities, scaled businesses, and navigated ...

Welcome back, everyone! I’m excited to share this episode with Chris Widener, a celebrated member of the Motivational Speakers Hall of Fame, top-ranked leadership expert, and author of over 20 books. Chris has spent decades inspiring audiences around the globe with his powerful insights into leadership, personal growth, and faith.

In this episode, Chris shares his incredible journey, from overcoming personal struggles to collaborat...

Welcome back, everyone! I’m excited to bring you this episode featuring Dan Smink, founder and president of RefractROI. Dan is a seasoned digital marketing expert who’s made it his mission to help small and medium-sized businesses achieve big results. With a background in scaling businesses from $5 million to over $100 million, Dan knows what it takes to grow a company predictably and profitably.

In this episode, Dan shares how he ...

Welcome back, everyone! Today, I’m sitting down with Jeremy Barker, CEO of Murphy Doors and Murphy Ladder. Jeremy started his career as a firefighter and paramedic before jumping into entrepreneurship, where he built two game-changing companies that disrupted the ladder and door industries.

In this episode, we dive into Jeremy’s no-BS approach to business, from his early struggles, living out of his car, to scaling multimillion-...