In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Arlene Cohen Miller, CEO of Jewel Consultancy. Arlene shares her inspiring journey from solo law practice to soulful life coach, offering a rare blend of legal savvy and spiritual insight. Learn how she transformed burnout into balance and built a business that honors both her expertise and her intuition.
Arlene Cohen Miller, CEO of Jewel Consultancy, is a Work-Life Balance & Harmony Coach who brings a wealth of training and experience to help women and technology professionals compassionately and wholeheartedly lead themselves and create the life they desire. Arlene is a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, an A-V Rated Colorado Attorney, and a Certified Meditation Facilitator with a Diploma in Transformational Holistic Counseling from Australia.
🌐 Website: https://jewelconsultancy.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewelcoach2/
👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlene.jewel/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arlene-cohen-miller-54435b59/
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arlenecmiller
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[00:00] Introduction and Guest Welcome
[00:24] Story of Success – Arlene shares how she sold her law practice and moved to Colorado to start a new chapter with her son.
[02:10] Career Reinvention – Transitioning from emotionally draining family law to commercial law and regaining her spark.
[05:03] Lessons from Failure – Why ignoring your intuition and undercharging early on can cost more than money.
[07:55] Honing Your Craft – How coaching, feedback, and peer mentorship keep her growing.
[14:56] Tools of Success – Meditation, visualization, and energetic grounding to stay centered.
[17:20] Guest Solo – Arlene dives into her coaching & mentoring practice and her leap into public speaking.
[24:21] How to Connect – A free 20-minute consult and flexible ways to work with her through Jewel Consultancy.
[27:10] Outro – Wrapping up with wisdom, warmth, and a little rock 'n roll spirit.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson jams with the legendary Question Mark Guy himself — Matthew Lesko, CEO of Lesko Help. With a career spanning 50 years, Matthew reveals how everyday people can tap into the billions of dollars available through government programs. From failure to freedom, Matthew shares his journey and powerful tips on how to launch a business without spending a dime.
You may remember him from his wild infomercials or appearances on Oprah, Larry King Live, or Good Morning America. With over 4 million books sold, Matthew Lesko has dedicated his life to showing people how to access free government money. At 81, he continues his mission through Lesko Help, a thriving online community with over 15,000 members helping each other find and apply for grants, benefits, and programs they never knew existed.
Website: https://www.leskohelp.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwKJZfa7sWV_qKxQnLBUpjA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthewlesko/
Twitter: https://x.com/leskofreemoney
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matthew_lesko_
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
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Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com
[00:40] – Story of Success
Matthew talks about the rule of threes — third marriage, third business — and how success is about doing, not planning.
[05:20] – Lessons from Failure
Why most expert advice is worthless and how trusting yourself is the real way to grow.
[10:45] – Be Yourself, Loudly
Dressing like a maniac turned out to be his greatest branding move. Authenticity wins.
[14:30] – Building a Mission-Driven Business
How he transformed a dying book business into a thriving community that gives back over $50K/month.
[21:15] – Tools for Starting from Scratch
You don’t need an LLC, website, or funding. You need customers first.
[29:30] – Guest Solo
Matthew shares where to find the help you need — from SBA.gov to FindHelp.org — and how Lesko Help can guide your journey.
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim chats with Yoav Gilad, CEO and co-founder of Green Block, Inc.. Green Block helps real estate investors accelerate their growth by funding deals quickly and efficiently. Yoav shares his journey from small-scale real estate flipping to building a successful lending business that now supports about 50 investors annually. He opens up about lessons learned—like the unexpected surprises of managing rental properties—and how word-of-mouth marketing helped scale his business. Tune in to discover how Yoav leverages AI tools, virtual assistants, and financial strategy to streamline operations and grow his company.
Yoav Gilad is an experienced real estate investor and entrepreneur who has been working full-time in real estate since 2017. As the CEO and co-founder of Green Block, Inc., he has participated in hundreds of real estate investment deals—as a buyer, seller, and lender. Before entering real estate, Yoav worked in content management for Hagerty and Petrolicious. His passions include family, friends, music, and, of course, cars.
🌎 Website: https://greenblockinc.com/ (Sign up for a free flipping guide!)
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yoav.gilad
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yoavgilad/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenblockinc/
⏳ [00:00] Introduction and Guest Welcome
🏡 [00:23] Success Story: From Flipping Houses to Lending
🚨 [01:05] Lessons from Mistakes: The "Whorehouse" Incident
📢 [03:46] Building a Business: From Word of Mouth to Social Media Marketing
🤝 [05:52] Accidental Beginnings: How Yoav Got His First Client
👩💻 [07:28] Team Dynamics: Working with a Business Partner (His Wife)
🤖 [09:40] Leveraging AI and Virtual Assistants in Business
💰 [11:58] Financial Management: Keeping the “Hat Full” with Smart Cash Flow Strategies
🛠️ [15:21] The Reality of Flipping Houses vs. What You See on TV
🚀 [18:16] Exciting Business Developments & Future Growth Plans
📞 [20:14] How to Connect with Green Block
✅ Invest in a property manager – It saves you time, stress, and unexpected "surprises."
✅ Word-of-mouth marketing is powerful – Happy clients bring in more business.
✅ Leverage AI & VAs – They can help scale your business without increasing overhead costs.
✅ Know your numbers – A CEO’s most important job is tracking financials and forecasting cash flow.
✅ Real estate flipping isn’t like TV – It requires strategy, budgeting, and realistic expectations.
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📩 Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson sits down with Mike Moshe Hen, an experienced entrepreneur and wellness consultant. Mike shares his inspiring journey from battling hair loss to creating transformative wellness protocols. Tune in for powerful insights on self-awareness, the importance of integrity in business, and essential health practices for entrepreneurs working from home.
Who is Mike Moshe Hen?
Mike Moshe Hen is a Certified Proctor Gallagher Consultant and Epigenetics Wellness Expert with over 30 years of experience. He helps individuals achieve lasting wellness transformations through innovative solutions—including Machisimo Wellness Centers, TDID Hair and Skin Solutions, and the 15% Body Fat Club. Mike aims to impact the mindset and health of 1 million men over 40 by 2026.
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In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, we sit down with Tanya Akimenko, CEO of Golden Apple Agency, to talk about the critical role of financial literacy for entrepreneurs. Tanya shares her journey from running a part-time tax service from home to growing a successful accounting firm with two office locations and 15 employees. She dives into the importance of budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for business owners. We also discuss overcoming business growth mistakes, training employees effectively, and using the right tools—like QuickBooks—to streamline financial operations. This episode is packed with valuable insights for business owners looking to take control of their finances and scale strategically.
Tanya Akimenko is a financial expert with over 20 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and business finance. As the CEO of Golden Apple Agency, she helps business owners simplify complex financial concepts, transforming accounting into a tool for better decision-making and long-term business growth. Tanya is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to make informed financial choices, avoid costly mistakes, and create sustainable businesses.
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⏱ [00:00] – Introduction to Tanya and her journey
⏱ [00:41] – Transitioning from part-time to full-time entrepreneurship
⏱ [01:39] – Lessons from rapid business expansion
⏱ [04:45] – Hiring, training employees, and avoiding costly mistakes
⏱ [06:55] – Tools for financial management (QuickBooks & Google Sheets)
⏱ [10:00] – Productivity hacks: Block scheduling & timers
⏱ [15:20] – The importance of budgeting and forecasting
⏱ [20:00] – The role of marketing in business success
⏱ [25:03] – How to work with Golden Apple Agency
⭐ Train smarter, not harder – Use video training and AI-powered notes to document processes for new hires.
⭐ Budgeting is your superpower – Forecasting revenue and tracking expenses helps you stay in control.
⭐ Know your numbers – Entrepreneurs should understand their financials, even if they hire an accountant.