The Momentum Shift

What happens when a Georgetown-trained attorney and high-level executive decides to bet everything — savings, retirement, and reputation — on a dream she and her husband first sketched out as college students… then didn’t speak for 27 years? In this powerful episode of The Momentum Shift, host C. Eric Collier sits down with Sharon Jackson Wilder, Esq. — award-winning entrepreneur, attorney, hospitality innovator, and founder of Spacii™.  Sharon shares the extraordinary journey of co-founding The Oaks Hospitality Group with her husband, B. Quinton Wilder. What started as a single Bethesda bed-and-breakfast in 2021 has grown into a five-property, multi-million-dollar hospitality enterprise, culminating in the landmark October 2026 acquisition of the historic 1840s Carrollton Inn and 1840s Plaza in Baltimore — now one of the largest Black-owned event and hospitality campuses in Maryland. Listeners will hear > The unforgettable story of the college trunk that preserved their original business plan for decades > The leap of faith required to leave secure executive careers > The real challenges and rewards of building a business with your spouse, and how family legacy, faith > And a relentless commitment to generational wealth drive everything they do. Sharon also opens up about launching Spacii™, her AI-powered platform designed to transform how people discover and book distinctive event venues, and why she’s determined to create pathways for other entrepreneurs — especially those seeking multi-million-dollar SBA financing and ownership in hospitality. This is a masterclass in reinvention, partnership, and intentional legacy. Connect with Sharon & The Oaks Hospitality Group: - Website: theoakshospitalitygroup.com - 1840s Plaza: 1840splaza.com - Follow on social: @OaksBnBMaryland | @1840sPlaza Tune in, take notes, and prepare to shift your own momentum. GREAT NEWS: My new book is available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/05USxkVH THE MOMENTUM DECISION: Stop Sinking. Start Moving. How one decision breaks you free from "Mental Quicksand" Foreword by Dr. Willie Jolley, Global Influencer & Hall of Fame Speaker Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

What happens when a military historian takes the lessons of Vietnam and turns them into a blueprint for modern leadership and lasting family legacy? In this powerful episode of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, host C. Eric Collier (aka Mayor Motivation) sits down with Dr. John Southard — PhD in U.S. military history, former college professor, author of Defend and Befriend, and founder of Your Veteran’s History. John shares the personal journey that took him from teaching the stories of Marines who learned to lead with radical empathy in Vietnamese villages… to applying those same principles inside corporate boardrooms… to finally answering the question families have asked him for years: “What did my dad, grandfather, or loved one actually experience?” You’ll hear how a day-drinking conversation with his wife sparked the leap, why he shifted from “Why do this?” to “Why not?”, and the profound impact of uncovering stories that bring pride, closure, and understanding to families who only knew fragments. Key moments include: > The Combined Action Platoons and what 18-year-old Marines can teach today’s leaders about building trust > Why assumptions are dangerous in leadership and how to “flip the org chart” > The emotional power of preserving every veteran’s story — no matter their role > Practical advice on patience, passion, and overcoming imposter syndrome when launching something that matters This is more than a conversation about history. It’s a masterclass in empathy, momentum, and turning what you know into something that changes lives. Connect with John: 🌐 yourveteranshistory.com 📧 [email protected] 📱 @yourveteranshistory on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: My new book is available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/05USxkVH THE MOMENTUM DECISION: Stop Sinking. Start Moving. How one decision breaks you free from "Mental Quicksand" Foreword by Dr. Willie Jolley, Global Influencer & Hall of Fame Speaker Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

What if the conflicts that stall your progress aren’t obstacles—but messages pointing you toward your next shift? In this episode of The Momentum Shift, host Eric Collier sits down with John Ford, workplace mediator, negotiation educator, and creator of The Empathy Set®.  John went from human-rights attorney in Namibia to mediating hundreds of workplace disputes and teaching negotiation at UC Law San Francisco. He’s the author of Peace at Work and the newly released Tracking Triggers: From Reactivity to Responsiveness.John shares how losing his father at three months old and a humiliating high-school “fight” he refused to join quietly shaped his life’s work. He reveals why most conflict resolution fails (we try to “stitch the wound” before cleaning it), how feelings-and-needs cards transform charged conversations, and the simple open-door policy mistake that turns well-meaning leaders into unintentional triangles. You’ll also hear: > The five conflict styles—and why “nice” avoiders can be the hardest people to work with > Why productive (task) conflict is essential and personality conflict is toxic > How consensus decision-making stops the “winners and losers” virus in teams > The real cost of unresolved workplace tension (far beyond legal fees) > Why John calls himself a peacemaker, not just a mediator—and the story of two colleagues who went from a police report to a hallway hug Connect with John Ford: www.johnford.com www.empathyset.com www.trackingtriggers.com [email protected] Whether you’re stuck in reactivity, leading a team, or simply ready to move past blame and fear, this conversation gives you practical tools and a powerful new way to track the triggers that keep you from the life (and relationships) you want. Tune in, take notes, and start shifting today. As always Keep Rising so you can Rebuild and Redefine Possible. MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: My new book "THE MOMENTUM DECISION: Stop Sinking. Start Moving." is available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/05USxkVH THE MOMENTUM DECISION: Stop Sinking. Start Moving. How one decision breaks you free from "Mental Quicksand" Foreword by Dr. Willie Jolley, Global Influencer & Hall of Fame Speaker Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

In this powerful episode of the Momentum Shift Podcast, host C. Eric Collier sits down with Dr. Bob McCauley, Jr.—naturopathic doctor, certified nutritional consultant, master herbalist, third-degree black belt, author of eight books on natural health, and founder of the Watershed Wellness Center in Lansing, Michigan. For nearly 35 years, Dr. Bob has been one of the largest U.S. importers of Taiwan chlorella, spirulina, and water ionizers. He shares the remarkable journey that took him from factory floors, olive harvesting, fiber optics, and a New York law firm to living on kibbutzim in Israel, traveling through India, Europe, and Asia, and ultimately building a life dedicated to practical, nature-based health. Dr. Bob breaks down his simple yet powerful Seven-Component Health Protocol: - Alkaline ionized water - Chlorella and spirulina (the most nutritionally dense foods on earth) - A diet centered on raw fruits and vegetables - Probiotics and prebiotics - Liquid angstrom minerals - Vigorous daily exercise - A positive mental attitude Listeners will learn why ionized water is the healthiest substance you can put in your body, how negative ORP fights oxidation and free radicals, why chronic disease doesn’t exist in the wild, the critical role of the pineal gland and natural melatonin production, the power of Mucuna for dopamine and human growth hormone, and practical daily habits that can transform energy, brain function, sleep, and longevity—without complicated routines. This conversation is packed with real-world wisdom, personal stories, and actionable tips for anyone ready to stop putting the wrong things in their body and start putting the right ones in. Whether you’re seeking better hydration, sharper mental clarity, stronger digestion, or simply a clearer path to feeling great every day, Dr. Bob delivers the momentum shift you need. Connect with Dr. Bob: Website: drbobmccauley.com Books available on Amazon and Audible Tune in, take notes, and start shifting today. As always Keep Rising so you can Rebuild and Redefine Possible. BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: My new book is available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/05USxkVH THE MOMENTUM DECISION: Stop Sinking. Start Moving. How one decision breaks you free from "Mental Quicksand" Foreword by Dr. Willie Jolley, Global Influencer & Hall of Fame Speaker Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

In this concluding Part 2 of a powerful two-part veteran-to-veteran conversation, C. Eric Collier (“The Mayor of Motivation”) and Mark Reynolds dig deeper into the real work of building lasting momentum. Mark—U.S. Army Captain, CPA, CIA, CISA, Certified High Performance Coach, and author of How to Make Every Day GREAT!—shares the practical formula behind his success and the framework he now teaches others. In this episode you’ll hear: • How a layoff became the catalyst for protecting time and launching his coaching practice • Why intentional action beats just “working hard” • The power of tiny, non-negotiable commitments that rebuild self-trust • Mark’s full Clarity → Competency → Character → Confidence framework in action • Why comfort is a slow decay—and how to keep leveling up How surrounding yourself with the right mentors and coaches accelerates everything • Why your circumstances are not permanent and your past does not predict your future This is the practical, no-fluff continuation of last week’s conversation. If you missed Part 1, go back and listen for the full picture. Listen now, then share it with someone who’s ready to stop drifting and start building real momentum. Subscribe so you never miss a new episode, leave a rating or review, and keep rising. 🎧 Tune in and shift your momentum. Your voice matters. Your story matters. And today’s episode will help you deliver both with power, precision, and authenticity. Rise, Rebuild, Redefine Possible! Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25