Inside The Vault with Ash Cash

“It has to work… or it has to work.”That’s the mindset that carried Elaine Essen, a first-generation Ghanaian American born with sickle cell anemia, from being fired job after job… to building a 7-figure beauty business and pioneering a virtual model that’s changing the entire aesthetics industry.In this powerful episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Elaine shares how chronic illness pushed her into entrepreneurship, how she built a thriving spa during the pandemic, why she walked away from the storefront model, and how she now earns $500–$2,000 in just 30 minutes without touching a single client.Elaine breaks down:✨ How sickle cell shaped her work ethic & sense of urgency✨ Why she fired her job and created her own recession-proof income✨ How she scaled a spa to 7 figures — then shut it down on purpose✨ The virtual aesthetics model that earns $10K+ days from home✨ Why most estheticians stay broke (& how to attract premium clients)✨ The $10K mentorship investment that changed everything✨ Estate-level sales psychology for beauty pros✨ How she helps estheticians make $20K–$50K/month online✨ Why your purpose will always make room for youIf you’re tired of grinding, stuck in your business, or looking for a way to create real freedom, THIS interview will open your mind to what’s possible.🔥 Follow Elaine Essen: @ElaineEssen🔥 Join her virtual aesthetics class — link in description🔥 Follow Inside the Vault: @InsideTheVault🔥 Follow Ash Cash: @IAmAshCash👇 Comment “INSIDE” for episode notes + resources.⏱ 00:00 – Fired again… and the moment Elaine chooses entrepreneurship00:17 – Taking back control: “I can’t depend on jobs anymore”00:54 – Making $500–$2,000 in 30 minutes01:06 – Why people STILL spend money on beauty02:15 – Welcome to Inside the Vault02:32 – “Working harder is keeping you broke”02:43 – From broke college student to dorm-room makeup artist03:08 – The illness that changed everything: living with sickle cell03:41 – Chronic pain, job loss & the push into entrepreneurship04:51 – Winning a Shark Tank pitch competition05:39 – Parents from Ghana not supporting entrepreneurship07:03 – “Whoever has your ear has your future”08:14 – Why immigrant parents fear entrepreneurship10:01 – Explaining sickle cell anemia (in simple terms)11:02 – The pain, the hospital trips & getting fired repeatedly12:04 – “I have to build a business around my health”14:46 – No cure, the stigma, and lack of medical support18:50 – Using illness as fuel to succeed19:57 – Building her first 7-figure spa business21:01 – Why most people wait for tragedy to pursue their dreams22:03 – From lashes to aesthetics school to pandemic launch22:31 – Crossing $1M because she DIDN’T wait23:32 – The 1% mindset & why success is “delusional”24:26 – Closing the spa & pivoting into virtual aesthetics25:48 – The $2K in 30 minutes model explained27:02 – How mentorship changed her life28:01 – Why virtual clients pay more & stay longer29:45 – “You’re the plug & the outlet” — creating residual income30:33 – Licensing, products & partnering with clinical brands33:01 – Marketing: “If no one knows you, they can’t pay you”34:01 – Why most estheticians charge too little35:03 – Thinking with your own pockets vs charging premium36:15 – How to make $10K+ days with virtual consultations37:02 – Concierge skincare + subscription income39:00 – Who makes the best clients (corrective skin issues)40:48 – Why she teaches this model to save estheticians’ careers41:50 – “We don’t do brokies” — sales psychology43:01 – Imposter syndrome & stepping into purpose44:25 – Future goals: clinics, awareness, & sickle cell funding47:02 – Obedience, faith & why purpose pays49:40 – “It has to work or it has to work”51:04 – Why investing in mentorship is the real shortcut55:14 – Delusion or destiny? The entrepreneur’s mindset55:34 – Where to find Elaine & join her class56:12 – Can men do this too?57:00 – Why beauty always thrives (even in recessions)58:42 – The affluent always spend — price becomes irrelevant1:00:54 – Killing grind culture & choosing freedom1:02:34 – Follow Inside the Vault / Ash Cash1:03:11 – Closing the VaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

“The mission for me is simple — more businesses need to be DEBT-FREE.”With that one sentence, Stormy Banks, the Queen of Grants and founder of the Pink Print Firm, shifts the entire conversation about wealth, access, and entrepreneurship.Stormy has helped small businesses secure "over $21 MILLION in grants" — not loans, not credit, not investors… but "real money you NEVER have to pay back".In this episode of "Inside the Vault with Ash Cash", she breaks down:🔥 How ANY business (for-profit or nonprofit) can qualify for grants🔥 The #1 mistake entrepreneurs make when applying🔥 Why corporate America is giving away MILLIONS in Q4 + Q1🔥 How to structure your mission so money flows to you🔥 The simplest way to show “traction” even if you’re starting from zero🔥 The spiritual + energetic alignment required to attract money🔥 How to turn one grant win into MULTIPLE six-figure opportunities🔥 The blueprint to scaling Pink Print into a franchise🔥 Why she believes grants can close the wealth gap🔥 How to build a business without EVER touching debtStormy doesn’t just teach grants — she teaches "how to think, move, and build like someone who EXPECTS money to find them".Whether you're a new entrepreneur, scaling your company, or trying to get out of debt…THIS EPISODE WILL CHANGE THE WAY YOU FUND YOUR DREAMS.✨ Follow Stormy Banks: @IAmStormyBanks✨ Pink Print Firm: PinkPrintFirm.com🔥 Follow Inside the Vault: @InsideTheVault🔥 Follow Ash Cash: @IAmAshCash👇 Drop **“INSIDE”** in the comments for updates + resources.CHAPTERS 00:00 – “My mission is to make businesses debt-free.”00:06 – Why grants can close the wealth gap00:12 – Dreams die when access to capital is denied00:18 – Mission → Money: the real key to getting grants00:24 – What grants really are: *debt-free money*00:31 – Showing traction: the secret to qualifying00:45 – The Stormy Banks transformation story00:51 – Getting silent in Brooklyn → God downloads the blueprint01:03 – Legacy talk: What Stormy wants remembered02:14 – Welcome to Inside the Vault02:20 – The most overlooked money play in America02:46 – $21M in grants: how Stormy became the plug03:22 – How entrepreneurs attract money instead of chase it04:03 – Where Stormy’s marketing genius comes from05:03 – The mindset shift entrepreneurs must make06:04 – The biggest grant myths keeping owners broke07:01 – For-profit vs nonprofit grants08:02 – What corporations REALLY want to fund09:03 – Traction, data & mission alignment10:21 – The $2.3M grant breakdown11:04 – How federal, state & corporate grants differ12:12 – Why entrepreneurs get denied13:01 – Desperation repels money14:02 – “Prosperity loves peace.”15:01 – How to get energetically aligned with money16:03 – The 3 things you need to apply TODAY17:02 – The one-proposal method (Stormy’s signature strategy)18:12 – Structure is your superpower19:03 – Why paperwork matters more than product19:55 – Franchising Pink Print Firm21:01 – The best grants available right now22:12 – Why entrepreneurs are sleeping on corporate funding23:04 – The biggest barrier for minority-owned businesses24:12 – After you win the grant → how to MULTIPLY the money25:14 – Stormy’s biggest money lesson26:12 – Money story: From poverty to millions27:16 – Dating & discipline: how focus affects relationships28:21 – Advice to young entrepreneurs29:03 – Staying connected to God for direction30:08 – What’s next for Stormy Banks31:01 – Closing the VaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Most people know the brand. Few know the architect.In this powerful episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, we sit down with Michael J. MacDonald — a co-founder, strategist, and cultural architect behind one of the most influential financial media platforms of this generation, Earn Your Leisure. From growing up in public housing and being placed in special education, to becoming the creative and operational force behind a global media movement, Mike finally tells the story most people never hear.This conversation breaks down:How Earn Your Leisure really started and why there was no money for the first 18 months Why Invest Fest was a 1.3 million dollar risk with no sponsorsThe truth about being the behind-the-scenes geniusWhy timing beats talent in business and mediaHow legacy brands are built, not chased Why he believes Earn Your Leisure will not be his biggest achievement This is not motivation. This is execution, equity, and ownership. If you are building a brand, a platform, or a media business, this episode is required viewing. Tap in. Take notes.Share this with someone building something real. Comment "INSIDERS" and we will send you the link to watch the full episode. Follow @InsideTheVault and @IamAshCash for more conversations on wealth, media, and ownership. Follow  @michaeljmacdonald CHAPTERS AND TIMESTAMPS00:00 Earn Your Leisure Won’t Be My Biggest Play02:20 From Projects to Digital Architect05:40 Why They Didn’t Start Earn Your Leisure for Money09:10 Being the Third Owner Nobody Talks About13:30 Turning Liabilities Into Assets18:10 The London Moment That Changed Everything22:45 Invest Fest and Risking 1.3 Million With No Sponsors29:00 The Steve Harvey Partnership Explained37:20 Why He Finally Stepped Into the Spotlight45:10 Love, Marriage, and Building With the Right Partner53:30 Why Audiences Matter More Than Webinars58:40 The Business Engine Explained1:06:00 I’m Not Supposed to Be Here1:12:30 Final Gems and Free GameAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash features entrepreneur, coach, and salon suite mogul Patrice “Sway the Pro” McKinney.Throughout the conversation, Patrice shares her journey from working behind the chair to becoming a multi-millionaire by building salon suites — a business model she describes as being a landlord in the hair and beauty industry. She explains why the “sexy route” in entrepreneurship is often the least profitable and how quiet, strategic positioning creates long-term wealth.Listeners will hear candid stories about setbacks, resilience, belief, and mindset — including moments where everything went wrong but quitting was not an option. Patrice also breaks down the salon suite business model, how leasing commercial property works, how to fill suites, common mistakes to avoid, and when franchising makes sense.Instagram: https://instagram.com/sway_thepro🎁 FREE COURSE:https://thesalonsuitemodel.comThis episode focuses on money mindset, smart business strategy, and the power of belief — especially for first-generation wealth builders.⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters0:00 – “Cigarette money” & being warned against barbering0:10 – Seeing barbers living well in Atlanta & New York0:17 – Why the “sexy route” is often the least lucrative0:24 – Breakthroughs always come with quit moments0:30 – Signing the lease & immediate setbacks0:36 – Architect runs off with the money0:42 – Permits, pressure, and breaking down emotionally0:48 – Unexpected help clears the way0:54 – “Everybody got ‘owner’ in their bio”1:00 – Do you need to own property to build salon suites?1:06 – Leasing vs owning explained1:13 – What it takes to cross into millionaire status1:19 – Do you have to be delusional to succeed?1:24 – Legacy and long-term impact2:36 – Official show intro: Inside the Vault with Ash Cash2:50 – Patrice’s business model overview3:04 – Turning 95 sq ft into $1,500/month3:16 – Risking everything to build the first location3:22 – Selling the first location & still collecting royalties4:10 – Patrice introduces herself in her own words4:48 – Coaching & mentoring in the beauty industry5:32 – Falling in love with salon suites6:03 – Barber shop vs salon suite comparison6:15 – Why salon suites are hands-off and scalable7:27 – Why calm money is better than flashy money7:52 – Working smarter, not harder8:22 – Upbringing, popularity, and mindset9:55 – Basketball career & full scholarship10:45 – Why she didn’t pursue the WNBA11:20 – Pivoting into music and entertainment12:34 – Music industry gatekeeping & rejection13:38 – Being told to change who she was14:33 – God’s redirection and bigger purpose15:09 – Resilience through repeated setbacks16:37 – Growing up without role models17:03 – Deciding to break the cycle17:36 – Moving the family from Michigan to Georgia18:01 – Crashing the U-Haul18:46 – Losing housing at the last minute19:17 – Laptop stolen before the move19:52 – Choosing not to turn back20:26 – Carrying the weight for the family21:09 – “Make it a good decision by doing whatever it takes”21:38 – Being the first millionaire in the family22:03 – Belief as the real barrier22:20 – Optimistic delusion explained23:49 – Every breakthrough comes with resistance24:22 – Buildout stress & no mentorship25:09 – Racism, permitting delays, and anxiety25:55 – Why mentorship matters27:38 – What salon suites actually are28:14 – Why the model works long-term29:01 – Comparing salon suites to real estate30:03 – Students making six figures from one location30:33 – Big brands doing $70M+ annually31:57 – Leasing vs owning explained again32:22 – Why “ownership” is misunderstood33:08 – Using other people’s money ethically34:07 – Tenant improvement allowances (TI)34:55 – Landlords funding buildouts36:10 – How many suites to start with36:46 – Medical office spaces as ideal properties38:02 – How to fill salon suites38:25 – Social media as the #1 marketing tool39:10 – SEO vs paid ads40:35 – Biggest mistakes new owners make41:10 – Wasting square footage41:49 – Not understanding commercial leases42:46 – Franchising: when it makes sense43:34 – Systems, SOPs, and FDDs44:24 – How franchising accelerates growth48:09 – Why she wrote Sweet Victory49:12 – Showing the full journey, not just success50:01 – Defining legacy and impact51:24 – The importance of support systems52:17 – Support helps but isn’t required53:50 – Handling visibility, blogs, and virality55:23 – What’s next: real estate, investing, speaking57:47 – How to connect with Patrice “Sway the Pro”58:22 – Free training information58:56 – Closing the Vault with Ash CashAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

00:00 — “I believed him.”Why believing in someone else’s dream cost Roger his own.00:12 — When loyalty kills the dreamHow misplaced loyalty gives others control over your life.00:26 — Being added to Cassie’s lawsuitThe moment that forced Roger to speak — and why he stayed silent for years.00:40 — “I won’t let anyone do that to my mother, sister, or daughter.”00:45 — Nine years with Diddy & prison timeHow loyalty, proximity, and survival shaped his choices.00:51 — Why most people didn’t speak up00:58 — The biggest lesson from business, Puff, SR Boyz, and the streetsSetting the stage for the full interview.01:20 — Ash Cash transition to sponsor message02:23 — Welcome to Inside the VaultIntroducing Roger Bonds: high-level sales strategist, cultural marketer, former head of security, and leader of SR Boy South.02:35 — Who is Roger Bonds?Marketing, culture, influence, distribution, and street-level execution.03:14 — How products actually move & why trust converts to sales04:03 — Early years: Harlem, street influence & business lessonsHow the block became the foundation for brand domination.05:03 — Applying street marketing to corporate salesUnderstanding competition, consistency, and consumer behavior.06:04 — How SR Boy South was builtWhy Roger created a national network of B- and C-level influencers.08:01 — The conversation with Diddy that sparked SR Boy South09:23 — Multi-city expansion: Atlanta, Philly, Jersey, NYC, California10:21 — Roger’s 10 years as Diddy’s head of securityThe transition from security to brand ambassador.11:04 — Diabetes as the strategic exitUsing illness as the only safe way to leave the situation.11:52 — When admiration for Puff fadedWatching the shift from hero to hardship.12:52 — The second wind of fame & repeating toxic cycles13:57 — Behind the scenes: leaving quietly to survive financially14:55 — Sponsor message #215:44 — Public backlash: “Why is Barnes talking?”Losing friends and dealing with street opinions.17:01 — Why Cassie naming him changed everything“They don’t know what I know.”18:09 — God’s push to speak up now19:08 — The truth about the Cassie incidentWhat really happened that night on Sunset Blvd.20:26 — Why nobody else’s name was in the lawsuit21:10 — Loyalty, promises & broken trust22:00 — Roger’s son in AfricaThe devastating story: wrongful charge, no evidence, 13 years awaiting trial.23:45 — Puff’s broken promises to help24:53 — “I believed him.”How loyalty blinded his self-belief.25:50 — The power imbalance & why speaking mattered27:01 — Lack of credit for SR Boyz successMillions of cases sold — with no acknowledgment.28:21 — Puff’s jealousyWhen the student becomes a threat.29:35 — Booking fees, disrespect, and the “I made you” moment31:04 — Street credibility vs corporate manipulation32:51 — Life lessons from the 20-year experience“Put yourself first.”34:10 — Blind loyalty vs strategic loyaltyWhat he teaches the youth today.35:31 — Signs of character we ignore36:05 — Corporate gangsters vs street gangstersHow to survive emotionally in business.37:40 — How faith helped him transition from rage to restraint38:54 — “If Puff called me today…”What Roger would say.40:06 — The future: domestic violence advocacy, anger management, certification workTurning pain into purpose.41:14 — Speaking to men: self-belief as a survival tool42:06 — Speaking to women: the “Cassie problem” & self-worth43:17 — How people sacrifice their dreams without realizing it44:12 — Legacy: what Roger wants his daughter to know45:06 — Why the streets are over46:10 — Ash Cash on Bonds’ legacy beyond the Diddy story47:17 — Why this book is differentLessons + story = transformation.48:23 — Global interest: Russia, France, Italy & more49:15 — Publishing details: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, Target50:10 — The audiobook is coming50:30 — Where to follow Roger BondsIG: @TheRealRogerBondsFB: Roger BondsYouTube: RogerBonds531751:09 — Closing the VaultFollow Inside the Vault: @InsideTheVaultFollow Ash Cash: @IAmAshCashJoin the Abundance Community.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Entrepreneurs keep asking the wrong question about AI.It’s not “Can AI help me?”It’s “Who owns the leverage?”In this high-impact return episode of Inside the Vault, Alicia Little breaks down why AI is no longer just a productivity tool — it’s a business ownership system.From:Turning ideas into full courses in minutesReplacing entire workflows without firing your teamUsing AI as a business strategist, not just a chatbotFinding your ideal clients automaticallyBuilding leverage while reclaiming time, freedom, and lifestyleThis episode shows exactly how the next generation of high earners will separate themselves from everyone else.⚠️ If you’re still “experimenting” with AI instead of monetizing it — you’re already behind.🔥 Don’t just watch history happen. Leverage AI and ride it all the way to the bank.👉🏾 Subscribe now and turn on notifications — don’t miss a single episode.👉🏾 Register free for Alisia’s AI Biz Marketing Summit: Https://aimarketingsummit2025.com/ashcash⏱️ CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS00:00 – AI Is No Longer Optional02:26 – Why Alicia Had to Come Back (100K+ Views Changed Everything)05:20 – The End of Excuses: AI Eliminates Every Bottleneck07:21 – Turning an Idea Into a $497 Course (LIVE Demo)10:00 – ChatGPT Pro vs Auto: What Most People Don’t Know14:24 – “Won’t AI Saturate the Market?” (The Truth)18:44 – How AI Finds Your Ideal Client FOR You22:00 – AI Agents Doing Outreach While You Sleep31:11 – Replacing a 3-Person Team With AI (Without Layoffs)45:00 – Using AI as a Business Strategist57:44 – What Happens to People Who Ignore AI1:02:00 – Where Beginners Should ACTUALLY Start1:08:01 – “Friends Don’t Let Friends Get Left Behind”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

PR is NOT a luxury. It’s survival.In this episode, global PR strategist Ebony Porter Eay reveals the truth about being seen, being trusted, and being remembered in an overcrowded digital world.If you’ve ever wondered why your business isn’t growing… why your following doesn’t convert… or why your story isn’t landing the way it should — this conversation gives you the blueprint.Ebony breaks down the difference between being visible and being strategically visible, how to build trust in the media, how to protect your reputation, and how to rebuild after a public setback.She also shares the mindset shifts behind crisis management, authorship, credibility, and longevity in business.This is a masterclass in perception, brand leadership, and protecting your peace while pursuing your purpose.Timestamps00:00 — “It’s Okay Not to Have a Million Followers”00:07 — PR vs Publicity: What Being “Strategically Seen” Really Means00:14 — Why PR Is NOT Optional Anymore00:20 — Bill Gates’ PR Philosophy00:32 — The Diddy Question00:49 — Authenticity vs What’s Best for Your Business00:56 — Stop Comparing Yourself to Social Media02:02 — Welcome to Inside the Vault02:15 — Visibility: The Currency Money Can’t Buy02:43 — Meet Ebony Porter Ike03:31 — Why Most Entrepreneurs Misunderstand PR04:10 — What PR Really Does for a Business04:49 — Every Major Company Has a PR Partner — Here’s Why05:05 — Who Is Ebony Porter Ike?06:00 — PR Isn’t Optional: The Real Reason07:01 — Why People Think PR Is a Luxury08:00 — Why Ebony Rejects Clients Who Aren’t Ready08:48 — Strategy vs Vanity PR09:35 — The Problem With Wanting “Looks” but Having No Offer10:23 — How to Stay Ready for Major Media Opportunities11:02 — The #1 Mistake in Visibility12:00 — Authenticity vs Professionalism in the Spotlight13:08 — How Public Figures Must Move Differently14:02 — Why Public Figures Need Counsel Before Speaking14:46 — Coinology: Money, Media & Mindset15:25 — Your Pain Is Where Your Millions Hide16:14 — The “Talented Tenth” of Today17:02 — Studying the DNA of Success18:10 — Failing in Public vs Failing in Private19:08 — Crisis Management 101 20:15 — Why Every Successful Person Needs a Crisis Manager21:05 — Turning Visibility Into Financial Success21:45 — The Biggest Interview Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make22:58 — Relatability > Perfection24:07 — How Beyoncé’s Transparency Shifted Her Brand25:22 — Can the “It Factor” Be Bought?26:04 — Mastery Over Popularity27:06 — Credibility After the Pandemic28:02 — Why Books Are Still the Ultimate Credibility Tool29:17 — How to Launch a Book the Right Way30:08 — Why Authors Fail (and How to Fix It)31:01 — The Real Purpose of a Book in Business32:00 — How to Relaunch a Book That Flopped33:17 — Ebony’s Biggest Brand Deals34:12 — The DNA of Closing Multi-Million Dollar Deals35:41 — The Real “It Factor” Explained37:10 — When Founders Aren’t the Face: How to Pivot38:36 — Ebony’s Personal Story: Leaving Corporate40:01 — When Your Dream Doesn’t Match Your Life41:04 — Surviving Betrayals and Staying the Course42:05 — Faith, Purpose & Calling43:21 — Legacy, Family & Global Expansion45:00 — What Wealth Really Looks Like46:18 — Peace > Money47:11 — How to Break Into PR the Right Way48:36 — Create What People Need — Not What You Want to Sell49:43 — Ebony’s Biggest Money Mistake50:30 — The Danger of Scaling Too Fast52:02 — The #1 Hire Every Business Needs53:06 — The Best Money Ebony Ever Spent54:12 — Faith as the Foundation of Entrepreneurship56:02 — How to Know If You’re Ready for PR57:33 — Why Ebony Loves Working With Underdogs58:42 — The Diddy Question (Part Two)1:02:05 — Can We Restore People Instead of Cancelling Them?1:05:08 — Advice to 18-Year-Old Ebony1:07:08 — Final Wisdom: Go at Your Own Pace1:08:03 — Where to Find Ebony Porter Ike1:09:24 — Closing the VaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Most people are posting consistently…but they’re still not getting paid.In this powerful episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, branding strategist and storytelling sniper Sevyn Buffins delivers a masterclass on how to turn your content, story, and everyday life into real income — without chasing trends or going viral.Sevyn Buffins is the founder of Social Media-ish, a brand and masterclass series that teaches entrepreneurs, creators, and coaches how to turn content into commas. She’s worked with major brands like Target, Dove, Shea Moisture, and Adidas, and has helped countless people monetize their expertise by positioning themselves the right way online.In this episode, Sevyn breaks down:Why people don’t buy products or services — they buy transformationThe three types of content every creator needs to grow, nurture, and convert their audienceHow to position yourself as an authority without saying “I’m an expert”Why you don’t need to go viral to make money onlineThe real purpose of engagement, captions, and calls-to-actionHow brand deals actually work — including how her 2-year-old son landed a $10,500 brand dealHow consistency, storytelling, and strategy create long-term incomeThis isn’t theory or motivation — it’s execution. Seven literally audits Ash Cash’s content in real time and shows how to repurpose, reposition, and monetize what you already have.If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, coach, or business owner who knows you’re great but hasn’t figured out how to show it online — this episode will change how you think about content forever.🎙 Inside the Vault with Ash Cash is the number one money mindset show in the world.Episode Highlights:Turning influence into incomeWhy visibility matters more than talentThe psychology behind buying transformationAuthority content vs. growth content vs. storytellingMonetizing without viralityBrand deals, affiliate strategy, and positioningShowing up daily until your moment arrivesGuest: Seven BuffinsFounder of Social Media-ishInstagram: @sevenstylusHost: Ash CashWebsite: imashcash.comShow: insidethevaultshow.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We don’t have to make money on our feet. We can make money in our sleep.In this episode of @InsideTheVault, @IamAshCash sits down with Boston-raised, Atlanta-paid digital wealth architect Darius Benders and this one is pure leverage, blueprint, and execution.Darius breaks down why most entrepreneurs don’t have a “money problem”They’ve got a speed problem.You’ll learn the exact framework behind:Building funding the right way (without fumbling the bag)The real difference between good debt vs bad debtHow to strategically stack credit cards based on what bureaus banks pullThe first moves to make with your first $50K so it multipliesWhy “visibility beats ability” and how to build authority fastThe webinar habit that can change your life in 12 monthsHow to deploy money into marketing using other people’s audiencesWhy mentorship collapses time and turns decades into daysIf you’re trying to fund your business, build digital income, and stop guessing your way into success, this episode is a must-watch.✅ Subscribe to @InsideTheVault✅ Share this with a friend who’s serious about building✅ Drop a comment: “VAULT” if you want more episodes like thisSign up for Darius's 3-Day Challenge: https://getthebagflipthebag.com/3-day-challenge⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 Make money in your sleep (the mindset shift)01:00 Text “MY BOOK” and monetize your story CTA moment01:56 “This will change your life” episode intro02:43 Meet Darius Benders: $4M+ digital products and funding mentor06:09 Biggest misconception about other people’s money07:17 Good debt vs bad debt (and investing in YOU)08:53 The 3 things you need to get approved for funding10:43 Credit bureaus + stacking strategy (how people get to $100K)12:19 The smartest way to deploy your first $50K13:23 Marketing the right way: OPA, podcasts, clips, and ads18:43 The weekly webinar “cheat code” to build confidence + cash20:08 Funding mistakes that kill approvals (relationship stacking)22:01 Big banks vs credit unions (double dip + comparable limits)23:44 Using leverage with a 9-to-5 (build before you quit)25:40 Pandemic pivot: nightlife to digital income35:31 The offer model that changed everything: virtual events36:29 Why digital products fail: no sales mechanism + no data38:01 $10K vs $100K months: spending + scaling with numbers41:43 What to unlearn to make real money (cost vs value)49:10 One habit to scale fast: delegate and let go53:55 Final gem: hyper-intention and cutting distractions55:03 Outro + tap in for Darius’ free 3-day mastermindAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

“I was underworked, underpaid, depressed… and when I got fired, it saved my life.”That’s how Princess Dior opens this raw, inspiring, and unbelievably honest conversation on Inside the Vault. What started as a pandemic layoff turned into a multimillion-dollar empire built on hustle, heart, and a willingness to bet it all on herself.In this episode, Ash Cash sits down with Princess Dior — entrepreneur, educator, visionary — as she breaks down how she went from a $5,000 investment to making her entire yearly salary in 60 days. But this isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the real-life story behind the glow-up.Princess talks about:• How she escaped a 9–5 that drained her and found a mentor who changed everything• Building a business with bad credit and no capital• Scaling from two rental cars to a 100-car fleet using other people’s assets• Losing $30K in trucking — and why that failure sharpened her as a CEO• Helping over 500 people repair their credit and unlock $20M in funding• Using credit as a down payment on generational wealth• Why recurring revenue > “fast money”• Turning a helicopter into a six-figure passive income stream• The shift from six figures to seven — and who you must become to sustain it• How she’s teaching youth and athletes to avoid the financial traps she’s seen• Why she refuses to gatekeep wealth, information, or opportunityThis is not a podcast about money — it’s a conversation about mindset, identity, and elevation. It’s a blueprint for anyone who’s tired of playing small, tired of guessing, and ready to invest in themselves the way life invested in their potential.If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you're becoming, Princess Dior’s story will push you forward.Inside the Vault with Ash Cash — the #1 money mindset show in the world.TIMESTAMPS00:00 — Fired, depressed, and the moment everything changed02:02 — Turning a last $5K into life-changing skills03:15 — “Get rich slowly… it lasts longer.”04:52 — Growing up in Compton & a mother who hustled for her07:11 — The pandemic that forced a pivot08:12 — Making her yearly salary in 60 days09:47 — Why investing in a mentor was the turning point10:58 — Credit myths: What people get wrong12:10 — How to start a business with bad credit & no money13:45 — The beauty of recurring income15:03 — “Credit isn’t debt, it’s a down payment on wealth.”16:32 — How her Mogul Talk community was born17:57 — OPM: Using other people’s money the right way19:50 — The real blueprint to $100K–$500K in funding21:18 — Top 3 low-overhead, high-cash-flow industries22:30 — Scaling from nothing to a 100-car fleet24:48 — From bad credit to private jets & helicopters27:12 — Real estate, restaurants, and building long-term assets28:40 — The trucking business failure that nearly broke her30:18 — Why daily cash flow matters more than big deals31:40 — Helping single moms, former felons & first-gen homeowners32:58 — Legacy, Nipsey inspiration & “champagne problems”33:55 — Six to seven figures: Becoming a different person35:20 — Spending money to grow money36:45 — AI’s impact on business & why entrepreneurs must adapt38:30 — Working with youth, NIL athletes & avoiding financial traps40:41 — Helping parents without going broke42:07 — Her most powerful OPM plays43:30 — Fixing your credit TODAY (step-by-step)45:15 — What’s next: financial literacy in schools & nonprofit vision47:01 — Growing up protected — and why she protects others now48:37 — Leaving LA for Atlanta & how environment changed her life50:15 — “If you have value, you can win in any room.”52:00 — Her challenge: funding, age corps, digital products & more54:00 — AI vs. mentorship: The real difference55:20 — The truth about million-dollar launch days58:00 — Community, consistency & mind-stretching rooms1:00:14 — Where to find Princess Dior1:01:22 — Closing out the VaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

“I’m not going back.” That mantra carried Yandy Smith-Harris from Harlem’s Grant Projects to global stages, multimillion-dollar brands, and becoming one of the most influential women in entertainment and entrepreneurship.In this deeply raw and transformative episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Yandy opens up in a way the world has never heard. She breaks down the hustle, the heartbreak, the purpose, and the identity shift that pushed her to build an empire — even when the odds were stacked against her.Yandy shares: • How she rose from intern to managing icons like Missy Elliott & Jim Jones • The business blueprint behind turning Love & Hip Hop into a franchise • How betrayal became the season that elevated her the most • How she scaled YELL Skincare into Bloomingdale’s—starting from her kitchen • Why “I can’t go back” fuels every decision, every business, every move • The ownership, wealth, and leadership lessons she teaches her kids • Her journey through activism, motherhood, and protecting her peace in the spotlightThis isn’t just an interview. This is a roadmap for resilience, leadership, evolution, and staying grounded while rising higher than you ever imagined.If you’re building a brand, walking in purpose, or healing from your past, Yandy’s story will shift your mindset and show you exactly what’s possible.Inside the Vault with Ash Cash is the #1 money mindset show in the world.🎧 TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Yandy’s Mantra: “I’m Not Going Back” 02:27 – Humility Over Ego: What Really Elevates You 05:51 – Harlem Roots, Harlem Lessons 10:03 – The Violator Era: From Intern to Industry Power 16:48 – Managing Jim Jones & Building a Movement 23:22 – Billboard Honors & Dipset’s Rise 25:50 – How Love & Hip Hop Became a Franchise 31:58 – Turning Fame Into Fortune: Branding, Ads & Monetization 37:10 – Building YELL Skincare Into Bloomingdale’s 43:55 – Helping Her Father Build a Bug-Control Empire 49:05 – “I Can’t Go Back” — Yandy’s Life Philosophy 52:40 – Raising Kids With Ownership & Wealth Principles 57:56 – Fame, Attacks & Protecting Her Family 1:03:00 – Activism, Motherhood & Finding Her Voice 1:08:55 – Betrayal, Pain & God’s Purpose 1:15:00 – Advice to 18-Year-Old Yandy 1:20:40 – Final GemsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

“They told us to pray… but they never taught us how to multiply.”In this explosive episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant drops one of the most important economic, spiritual, and cultural messages of our time. This is the conversation that billion-dollar corporations hope you never hear.Dr. Bryant exposes the hidden power of Black spending, the truth behind the Target boycott, and the real reason so many of our communities stay stuck. He breaks down how faith institutions must evolve from shouting and survival… to strategy, literacy, and economic leadership.This isn’t an interview.This is a blueprint for liberation.Inside this episode, you’ll discover: How Black Americans spend $12 million a day at Target — and why that number is a sleeping giant The five demands made to Target (and why none have been honored) Why Black, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish unity is the key to economic power How the church can move from emotion to economic strategy Dr. Bryant’s 10–10–80 rule — the formula that changed his financial life Why AI will either create Wakanda… or the Flintstones The truth about returning citizens and why the church must evolve to support themIf you care about money, justice, community, faith, power, or the economic survival of Black America… don’t skip this episode.This is your wake-up call.Your strategy session.Your invitation to shift the culture. Subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Inside the Vault with Ash Cash — the #1 money mindset show in the world.CHAPTERS00:00 – Cold Open: “Black people spend $12M a day at Target.”02:19 – Inside the Vault intro + Dr. Jamal Bryant arrives05:03 – The mission behind Dr. Bryant’s ministry07:06 – Why the Black church lost influence — and the path back09:45 – The real story behind the Target boycott13:34 – The 5 demands and what they mean for Black America17:05 – Black economic power: the numbers exposed21:01 – Cross-faith unity as an engine for liberation23:53 – Money, faith & the 90% we never learned to multiply26:45 – Building empowered churches and communities32:27 – Rebuilding Black economics: homeownership, AI & the future37:07 – Leadership, entrepreneurship & the truth about failure42:05 – Returning citizens & the responsibility of the church46:03 – Final gems: “Your assignment is what irritates you.”47:26 – How to join the movement: TargetFast.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

They didn’t come to play. They came to TELL THE TRUTH.In this explosive Inside the Vault interview, Ash Cash sits down with Rizza Islam and Trae Tha Truth for one of the rawest, most politically charged, socially conscious conversations we’ve ever had on the show.We tapped into everything…• government surveillance• censorship, targeting, and the “system”• Black unity, economic power, and community control• trauma, healing, and rebuilding our neighborhoods• what real leadership looks like in a time of chaos• and why empowering our OWN people is the real threatThis episode is bold, unfiltered, and necessary.If you’re ready for truth, clarity, and empowerment, you’re in the right place.👇🏾 Subscribe to Inside the Vault for conversations that shift culture, challenge narratives, and rebuild the Black financial future.🔥 CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS (6–10 punchy sections)00:00 – The conversation begins02:11 – Why Rizza & Trae walked into the fire instead of away from it07:45 – Being targeted for speaking truth: “They tried to make us the villains”13:02 – The system vs Black community leadership: who really benefits?18:56 – Trae on activism, boots-on-the-ground work, and real consequences25:14 – Rizza on government tracking, media traps, and psychological warfare32:40 – Why unity scares the system more than violence39:20 – Black economics, ownership, and building institutions the system can’t block45:56 – You can’t liberate what you depend on: community solutions that actually work52:10 – Final message: “Protect your mind, protect your money, protect your people”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

AI is creating more millionaires than the dot-com boom… and most people are sleeping on it. Today on Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, we sit down with Justin Burns, founder of Apps Built with AI, creator of Miestro, and one of the leading voices in the global tech revolution. Justin reveals how he sold EVERYTHING, moved to Africa with two suitcases and a backpack, rebuilt his life, learned AI coding in 8 hours a day… and turned his ideas into a multimillion-dollar tech empire. He breaks down: • How regular people with NO coding experience can launch an app in days • The truth about AI replacing jobs • Why you have a 2–3 year window to get rich with technology • How to create borderless income from anywhere in the world • The future of entrepreneurship, automation, and global living • How he built companies used by 30,000 customers This episode will change your life, your income, and your mindset. Tap in — the wave is NOW. 👉 Join Justin’s Apps Built With AI Summit: AppsBuiltWithAI.com 👉 Subscribe for more wealth, mindset, and millionaire game. Inside the Vault is the #1 money mindset show on the planet. Hosted by Ash Cash — author, entrepreneur, and wealth coach.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

She went from front desk agent… to managing $1 BILLION in hotel assets… to becoming one of the most powerful Black hotel owners in America. In this episode, we sit down with Devonne “Big Devonne” Reeves — founder of The Vonne Group, creator of Veester, and the woman single-handedly breaking open an industry that locked us out for over 100 years. She breaks down: • How she bought TWO hotels for $17.8M and sold for $22M • Why Black people spend $110B in travel but own less than 2% of hotels • How to buy your first hotel (even if you don’t have millions) • Why hotel ownership is a RADICAL act of freedom • How Veester helps ANYONE become a hotel investor • The exact steps to build generational wealth through commercial real estate This episode is a blueprint… and a wake-up call. If you believe in Black ownership, watch this twice. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From a motorcycle accident to millionaire moves — Ty Barney went from a two-bedroom trailer to building WealthBuilders, one of the fastest-growing financial education platforms in the game. In this raw and revolutionary episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Ty breaks down how he: • Built a 7-figure credit repair empire from scratch • Created a funding AI bot that secures approvals from 10 banks in minutes • Lost a million dollars, bounced back, and learned how to make, manage, and multiply money • Helps everyday people get $50K–$500K in business credit (even with new LLCs) This one is packed with game, mindset, and money moves that can change your entire financial trajectory. 💸 The life of your dreams is on the other side of leveraging other people’s money — but only if you do it the right way. 👇🏽 Tap in now. Subscribe for more real stories and real wealth. #InsideTheVault #AshCash #TyBarney #WealthBuildersAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Umar Johnson joins Ash Cash for one of the most explosive and eye-opening conversations on Inside the Vault. From Black economics to mental liberation, from Trump’s America to the school-to-prison pipeline, Dr. Umar breaks down how education, religion, and relationships are used to control the Black community — and what it will take to truly be free. This episode dives deep into: The truth behind capitalism and population control Why interracial marriage is economic treason How the church failed our financial freedom The blueprint for a new Black Wall Street The mindset shift required for liberation Dr. Umar delivers raw, unfiltered truth on wealth, unity, and the future of African people worldwide. 🔥 If you’re serious about understanding power, money, and freedom — this is a masterclass in liberation. 👉🏾 Subscribe now for more powerful conversations with the world’s most influential thinkers on money, mindset, and movement. 🎥 Watch full episodes: InsideTheVaultShow.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As we close out Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this conversation is more than powerful — it’s necessary. In this episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, we sit down with Tiffiny Newton — survivor, author, and founder of Ignite Her Inc. — who courageously shares her story of surviving emotional and financial abuse and how she rebuilt her life, her faith, and her finances from the ground up. Tiffiny’s new book, Behind the Smile: The Unseen Signs of Emotional Abuse, reveals how control, manipulation, and money often trap victims in silence — and what loved ones can do to help before it’s too late. 💜 In this special episode: The financial traps that keep women stuck in abusive relationships How to recognize the red flags — even behind a smile Why emotional and psychological abuse are often more dangerous than physical How to rebuild confidence, safety, and financial independence after trauma What we can all do to protect and empower the next generation This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt unseen, unheard, or undervalued — and for every loved one who wants to help but doesn’t know how. 🕊 If you or someone you know is in danger, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). 💬 Comment “INSIDER” to subscribe for new episodes that blend money, mindset, and meaning. 👇🏾 Subscribe now and join the conversation that’s helping heal hearts and build financial freedom.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

They call themselves The Book Avengers — three powerhouses who turned their pain into purpose and built million-dollar brands from their books. In this episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Ash sits down with Brian Johnson and Taurea Vision Avant to break down how authors can go from manuscript to millions. If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book, building a movement, or creating multiple streams of income from your story — this is your wake-up call. 📚 Learn why your book is the entry point, not the end point 💰 Discover the Author Income Summit formula 🔥 Hear how these leaders turned transparency into transformation 🎟️ Join the Author Income Summit → https://authorincomesummit.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

She went from being homeless with her son in a hotel to running a multi-million-dollar business powered by AI, automation, and community. In this episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Dr. Cassandra Smith—founder of Blanks Galore—shares how she turned her lowest moment into a $5.5M empire. Learn how she built digital communities, mastered automation, and created financial freedom for herself and thousands of others. If you’ve ever felt stuck or ready to quit, her story will reignite your purpose and remind you that your breakthrough is one decision away. 💎 Watch the full interview and discover: How Cassie turned $15 into $86K in 90 days How to use AI to build systems that sell automatically The mindset that separates survivors from millionaires Why community is the real currency 👉 Subscribe for more money, mindset, and motivation: InsideTheVaultShow.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy