What if the book you’ve been putting off is already hidden inside the conversations you’ve recorded?

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Sheila Slick, founder of Five Milestones and creator of the PodToBook.ai platform, who shares how entrepreneurs, podcasters, and experts can become published authors without starting from a blank page. Drawing on her background as a software developer and business consultant, Sheila outlines her five-step process for transforming audio content into polished, AI-assisted books that build authority, drive ROI, and preserve legacy. With more than 80 experts already guided from raw conversations to published works, this episode reveals a faster, smarter path to turning content into a tangible business asset.

Key Takeaways:

→ If you record podcasts, webinars, or calls, you already have the raw material for a book. 

→ Audio content eliminates the biggest friction point in writing: the blank page.

→ AI-assisted publishing works best when paired with human editing and revision.

→ Repurposing content can reduce book creation from months to days.

→ Publishing a book can drive ROI through authority, speaking engagements, and client acquisition.

Sheila Slick, MS, is the Founder of Five Milestones and creator of PodToBook.ai, an AI-powered platform that transforms podcast episodes into professionally structured book manuscripts in 2-3 hours. Since launching, she's helped publish 80+ authors and is a two-time Amazon bestselling author, having authored "Momentum: Daily Practices to Build Your Business & Thrive" and co-authored five books. As Past Chair of SCORE Volusia Flagler County, she mentored over 1,000 small business owners. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience and a Master's in Leadership, Sheila provides strategic business consulting and publishing services while hosting the "Milestone Moments in Business and Leadership" podcast.

Connect With Sheila:

Website: https://fivemilestones.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/