Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Wendell Graham.

A stroke survivor, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. He shares his journey of overcoming challenges, from surviving a deadly train accident to battling health setbacks and rebuilding his life and career.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Surviving the Amtrak Disaster

   • Wendell recounts narrowly avoiding a fatal train crash that claimed 47 lives.
   • He reflects on the survivor’s remorse he felt and how it motivated him to dedicate his life to helping others.

2. Overcoming a Stroke

   • In 2024, Wendell suffered a stroke triggered by an anaphylactic shock.
   • He describes his struggle with memory loss and the inability to speak, as well as his determined recovery process.

3. Lessons in Resilience & Purpose

   • Wendell shares how he transformed personal hardships into a mission to inspire and educate others.
   • He emphasizes the importance of perseverance, patience, and self-belief.

4. Entrepreneurial Journey & Business Philosophy

   • Wendell founded Slight Edge Consulting, a business development firm helping individuals unlock their full potential.
   • He explains the “85-15” principle—most people already possess 85% of what they need for success; his firm helps with the remaining 15%.

5. Sales & Influence

   • Wendell breaks down sales as “transferring feelings” and teaches strategies for effective persuasion.
   • He highlights the importance of confidence, enthusiasm, and knowledge in selling ideas and products.

📘 About Slight Edge Consulting
Slight Edge Consulting provides personalized coaching to entrepreneurs and professionals, focusing on business development, public speaking, and mindset transformation.

 

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