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Author: Rushion McDonald

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Money Making Conversations is a weekly one-hour master class that promotes the success of small businesses and interviews successful celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers. It is hosted by brand architect Rushion McDonald, an EMMY and NAACP Image award-winning Executive Television and Film Producer. Money Money Making Conversations airs live every Tuesday in Atlanta, GA, on the HBCU campus of Clark Atlanta University, WCLK 91.9 FM, and is syndicated on their HBCU Radio Network (18 radio stations).

It is essential to understand that everybody travels a different path to success. That is because your brand is different. The challenges you face in your life are different. So stop reading other people’s success stories and start writing your own. The Money Making Conversations interviews will encourage you to lead with your gifts and never use age as an excuse when planning your goals.

Rushion McDonald is a two-time Emmy Award-winning and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television and film, producer. He is a sitcom writer, social media influencer, brand architect, entrepreneur, and award-winning baker.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Ashley M. Fox.  Between her wealth of experience as a Wall Street financial manager and her status as founder of a financial education company, truly, the “M” in “Ashley M. Fox” must stand for “money”. Bursting onto the Money Making Conversations Master Class Podcast, Ashley M. Fox is here to deliver important advice on how to build financial literacy at any age and the critical mental barriers that must be overcome for you to start building that wealth for your future.   Not only that, she also discusses the reasons behind why she founded the educational fintech company, “Empify”, and the challenges that she had to overcome to make that company a success. Finally, Ashley M. Fox expounds the importance of HBCUs in the Black community and discusses how going to one not only prepared her for a career in Wall Street, but how it helped put her on the path that she is still on today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dominique Easley.   His company, Shedd Construction LLC, started in 2018.  The provide the following services electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, flooring, custom carpentry work, and drywall. When he moved to Atlanta in 2022 he got his real estate license. He then became inspired to start fixing and flipping homes, so he asked around to meet different contractors. An associate introduced him to Hunter, which sparked his interest in potentially having ownership in a construction company.  So after working with Hunter for six months, Easley invested in the company, and now, since January 2024, they have created the company Loud 27 House LLC.  This is where they fix and flip homes to create a forever home or a dream for the next homeowner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald recaps Value Proposition Episodes #1 and #2 and expounds on the following.    Hire an accountant and HR Person before you start selling your product or open the doors to your business. Stay away from negative people. Finding Your Product’s place in the market place Set your goals immediately and make sure they are reachable Don’t wait around for an opportunity Knowing Your Work Environment Developing Your Voice Defining Your Visual Identity Grow your relationships See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald tells us the Top Five Reasons Your Company Can't Find Great Employees: You won't let go of poor-performing employees because you care too much, but they are a good fit. You keep hiring from the same circle of recommendations—basically, the first applicant who fills out the paperwork. You're the problem: Let somebody else do the hiring.  You only hire "experienced" people: Wow, this mistake took me many years to figure out. As new business owners, we often have this silly belief that finding great and experienced people in our field is imperative. Let me tell you, this is a total bunk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald tells you the tools you need to plan for success in your business, product, career, or dreams based on your Value Proposition. Your Value Proposition is your promise to a customer, client, or employer that they can only get this service or product from you. Lead with your Gifts! Don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dreams. Keep Winning!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald.   A Special Episode… ” Whatever you decide to call it, Rushion McDonald hosts and stars in this exceptional episode of the Money Making Conversations Master Class Podcast. Truly emphasizing the namesake of his show, Rushion shares stories of how his various failures in running a small business have taught him important lessons that he continues to keep with him to this day. From the importance of budgeting your business correctly to the dangers of hiring unqualified family members to ensure you fully understand the person you are going into business with, Rushion McDonald weaves a cautionary tale outlining the dangers of ignorance and the importance of proper planning. This way, regardless of what entrepreneurial endeavor you wish to go into, you can do what Rushion always encourages his listeners to do and “Keep Winning.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jackson Dunbar, Esq., who recommends stocks that can be winners. Jackson Dunbar, Esq. -- A successful serial Entrepreneur and Family Man suffers from Chronic Pain caused by a car accident and failed back surgery. During his journey to become healthy, provide for his family, and fight Chronic pain, he discovered stark inequities in Pain Medicine that impact Men, Women, and Children.  Dunbar is committed to creating a new normal for himself, deliberately focusing on his physical health and strength, continuing to earn an income while still in chronic pain, and, without his knowledge, teaching himself and possibly the World a masterclass in survival.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Dave Charest, the Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact. He provides powerful tools to simplify and amplify digital marketing for businesses. Previously, he was the Director of Content Marketing and also the Senior Manager of Content and Social Media Marketing at the company. Dave is also a Speaker, Host, and Podcaster obsessed with helping small business owners find time for online marketing since 2006.  Constant Contact delivers everything small businesses and nonprofits need to build, grow, and succeed. With powerful online marketing tools, contact management and sales features, and innovative AI capabilities, Constant Contact makes it easy to attract the right people, engage more customers, close more deals, and grow. What is driving the current spike in new small businesses? What marketing recommendations can you share with those just launching their business? What are the top marketing tips entrepreneurs should follow to grow their small businesses? As online marketing continues to grow, what are the best tools to recommend to entrepreneurs who struggle to find time to devote to marketing efforts? Can you provide an example of how Constant Contact tools have helped a small business owner drive traffic and boost sales? Marketing is often geared to generating new customers, but what methods are best to retain current customers and grow their loyalty? How can small business owners best utilize AI and Automation with their online marketing campaigns? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviews Dr. Chuck Wallington.  He is a C-Suite executive and a chief marketing and communications officer. For the past 12 years, Chuck has held leadership roles in the healthcare industry. Previously, he held leadership roles in the financial services and consumer-packaged goods industries.  A Seat at the C-Suite Table is an insightful look at the leadership journeys of 30 African American male C-Suite executives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Yolanda Ragland. Your feet were made for walking, and that’s what they do, and Dr. Yolanda Ragland makes sure your feet won’t give out on you. Specializing in podiatric care, Dr. Yolanda Ragland, a.k.a. the “Queen of Feet,” steps onto the Money Making Conversations Master Class Podcast to share the critical importance of properly caring for your feet. In this episode, Dr. Ragland explains how the feet not only serve as the literal foundations of the body but are also the gateway to maintaining your body’s overall well-being, which shouldn’t be taken for granted. In addition, she also discusses the importance of buying shoes in the correct size that fit your feet, how ignoring feet problems could be potentially life-threatening, and gives advice on the most critical question most women ask themselves while picking out their wardrobe: to wear high-heels or not to wear high-heels.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning Executive Television Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Dr. Lynn Richardson.  Named by Urban Influence Magazine as one of the 20 Hottest Influencers in America, Lynn Richardson is an ordained minister, certified Chaplain, author, entertainment executive, and celebrity financial coach who uses her quick wit and humorous presentation style to help others face their money issues and achieve personal, professional and spiritual harmony. With almost three decades of leading roles in the financial services industries, Lynn’s vision is best portrayed in her books, most notably Living Check to Monday: The Real Deal About Money, Credit and Financial Security, which achieved Best Seller status at the 2008 Congressional Black Caucus Conference Book Pavilion. Lynn is featured regularly on Good Morning America, Fox Business, Access Live, The Steve TV Show, The Hallmark Channel's Home & Family Show, BET Networks and has appeared in Essence, Jet, Upscale, on Get Up Mornings with Erica Campbell, The Tom Joyner Morning Show, and in countless media outlets nationwide. She is currently the Chaplain and President/CEO of MC Lyte's Hip Hop Sisters Foundation, President/COO of MC Lyte's Sunni Gyrl entertainment and celebrity management firm, and Head of Global Business Affairs for hip hop mogul Russell Simmons -- where she oversees empowerment programs that impact the globe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Ash Cash. In Part 2, Ash Cash Exantus builds off Dr. George CFraser's technical discussion to make it easier for the audience to understand and implement. He also details the paradigm shift that has occurred since parents' days of" "saving-vs-investing" one's money: namely, how, in the 21st century, investing in one's money has become the new "saving." Finally, Ash Cash lets the audience know they don't have to save money alone; one can get those around them whom they trust to help them invest in wealth-building programs for all benefits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. George C. Fraser.   In this two-part special, the “Money” in the “Money Making Conversations Master Class” title is emphasized as Business Leader Dr. George C. Fraser and Wealth Coach Ash Cash Exantus educate the audience on financial literacy. In Part 1, Dr. George C. Fraser explains how important it is to use his skills to educate the African American community on building generational wealth in the 21st century. He considers this matter his “top priority,” especially considering the stigma that the average African American person has against learning new kinds of wealth management programs. With his technical knowledge, he also demystifies the digital currency known as cryptocurrency and expounds on the importance of investing in wealth-building programs that have a large-scale return on investment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Patti LaBelle. She has turned her culinary skills into a financial food triumph!  LaBelle owns 100% of her company alongside her son In 2008, LaBelle allowed the world to experience her food for themselves after launching her food brand, Good Life. Per Forbes, the brand first carried a line of hot sauces and has since expanded to include sweet potato pie and peach cobbler, frozen breakfast foods, and meals such as chicken, biscuits, and mac-n-cheese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview Aquarius Maximus.  She is an authority in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, and Artificial Intelligence. Her journey, marked by pioneering achievements, has made her the first woman of color to develop and launch a cryptocurrency, Guapcoin. Aquarius Maximus discusses how successful people use Cardology and Astrology to determine financial and career decisions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews The Mentor Method's founder and CEO, Janice Omadeke. She became one of the first 100 Black women in the United States to raise over $1M in seed funding for a tech startup. In Mentorship Unlocked: The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success, veteran entrepreneur and innovator Janice Omadeke delivers an insightful discussion of mentorship, including what it is, how to find a qualified mentor, and how to make mentorship work for you. In the book, she explores the mentorship advice that helped her start a groundbreaking company after studying entrepreneurship and strategic management at MIT and Harvard. Perfect for both established and early-career professionals, Mentorship Unlocked is also an essential read for managers, executives, and other business leaders who aim to understand one of the most potent types of relationships crucial to success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Director Joie Jacoby. She directed an Intimate ESPN film, CANDACE PARKER: UNAPOLOGETIC. Candance is one of the biggest stars in basketball – a WNBA champion and a pioneer who's not only fulfilled the weighty expectations that have surrounded her potential since her teen years. In the wide-ranging, revealing, and at times, Parker opens up about her journey through basketball and life, where she might go from here, and what it means to be a women's sports star in the twenty-first century. Joie Jacoby, as a director, body of work includes Return to Mexico City (2009), London 2012: Games of the XXX Olympiad (2012), and Sarah & Suzanne (2014).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Kym Whitley.  She is known for her roles on television sitcoms, such as My Brother and Me, Sparks, Animal Practice, The Boondocks, Young & Hungry, The Parkers, The Cleveland Show, Black Dynamite, and Act Your Age. Whitley was nominated for a 2004 BET Comedy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Box Office Movie for her role as Ormandy in the 2003 comedy film Deliver Us From Eva.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robin Wilson. We discussed her new Book – "Clean Design, Wellness For Your Lifestyle" and CLEAN  DESIGN HOME®- a curated retail brand extension of the legacy Robin  Wilson Home brand, a leading retail brand. Their options are developed 'from the foundation to the furnishings' by founder Robin Wilson, who brings her focus on wellness, chic style, and sustainable alternatives to a discerning consumer. Their firm has a 20+ year history focused on residential and hospitality. Our trademarked CLEAN DESIGN HOME® brand was developed during the 2020 COVID pandemic when clients changed the lexicon of 'home' to reflect 'need' for clean, well-designed product offerings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview Ashley Joi Boyd. Born and raised in Detroit, Ashley Joi Boyd made a name for herself as a Grammy nominee, music producer, composer (co-writer behind Justin Bieber's hit "Yummy"), and real estate developer. Now, with the release of her book, who can include the title author? Ashley filed for bankruptcy and has returned to financial health, so she wrote a book entitled "Financially Fly: Mastering Money and Wealth for Women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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