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Money Making Conversations Master Class

Money Making Conversations Master Class

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success." I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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  • Uplift: She founded Jackets for Jobs-it has provided professional attire and career training to more than 40,000 job seekers.

    Uplift: She founded Jackets for Jobs-it has provided professional attire and career training to more than 40,000 job seekers.
    Feb 25 2026
    Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Alison Vaughn. International speaker, author, and CEO/founder of Jackets for Jobs, a Detroit-based nonprofit that, for over 26 years, has provided professional attire and career training to more than 40,000 job seekers. Rushion McDonald leads a deep-dive conversation into her origin story, faith-driven entrepreneurship, struggles, workforce development, women’s empowerment, and the profound human stories behind her mission. Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: 1. Inspire entrepreneurs and community leaders By showing how faith, persistence, and purpose can build a 26‑year nonprofit that changes lives. 2. Highlight the importance of appearance and confidence in employment Vaughn explains how professional attire boosts self‑esteem and job‑seeker success. 3. Showcase the impact of Jackets for Jobs and encourage public support She explains donation needs, especially professional clothing and plus‑size attire. 4. Educate listeners about workforce development and women’s empowerment She outlines common barriers job seekers face and how proper support transforms families and communities. Key Takeaways 1. The “Catch‑22” That Sparked Her Mission Job seekers often lack professional clothing. Without clothing, they can’t get interviews; without interviews, they can’t get jobs. Jackets for Jobs was built to break that cycle. 2. Faith Was the Foundation Vaughn repeatedly attributes her longevity to divine guidance—leaving a career at United Airlines to follow a vision she didn’t fully understand at the time.“I stepped out on faith… God gave me the vision. 3. Longevity: 26 Years in a Tough Sector With most small businesses lasting 5–10 years, surviving 26 years—especially as a nonprofit—is extraordinary.Over 40,000 job seekers have been served. 4. Self-Education in Entrepreneurship With limited internet 26 years ago, she learned business through library books, including Grant Writing for Dummies and other “Dummies” titles.Her story was later featured in the Detroit News and USA Today, and the Dummies publishers even sent her books. 5. Workforce Development Explained Workforce development means helping unemployed residents gain jobs and stability—critical in Detroit, where unemployment has historically been high. 6. Women’s Empowerment: Changing Mindsets She noticed many women on government assistance had low confidence or relied on men financially.She wrote “Ms. Goal Digger, Not Gold Digger” to teach self-sufficiency, financial independence, and professional self-presentation. 7. Appearance = Confidence = Currency Professional attire changes posture, self-worth, and interview success.Clients leave “with a pep in their step,” she says. 8. The Emotional Toll and Motivation She recalls stories of clients who: survived sex trafficking,were sleeping in cars,struggled with multiple children and no resources,or rode the bus with infants in freezing weather. These moments keep her going but also weigh heavily.She emphasizes hiring staff who have compassion and resist judgment.] 9. Entrepreneurship vs. 9–5 Reality Entrepreneurship is “24/7,” especially in nonprofits where money must be accounted for with precision.People don’t just give to a cause—they give to a leader they trust. 10. Success Defined While she has celebrated major achievements like ringing the NASDAQ closing bell twice, she says real success is:“When someone unemployed calls me and tells me they have a job.”. Notable Quotes (All from Transcript) On Founding Her Nonprofit “I stepped out on faith… God gave me the vision.”.“If you didn’t have an outfit for an interview, you didn’t go… It was a catch‑22.”. On Longevity “To be able to say I have lasted 26 years… that’s a testimony in itself.” On Confidence “Confidence is currency.”.“Their posture is different… that’s why they’re going to get that job.”. On Entrepreneurship “If you want to start a nonprofit, be prepared for 24/7 and a lot of paperwork.”. “There’s a difference between day wear and date wear.”“I want you to change your mindset.”. On Impact “Everyone that walks through has a story… you have to have compassion and not judge.” On True Success “Helping someone get a job… that’s success to me.”. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
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  • Financial Tips: He stresses taking ownership of your financial future rather than leaving the burden to your children.

    Financial Tips: He stresses taking ownership of your financial future rather than leaving the burden to your children.
    Feb 25 2026

    Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning!

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

    Purpose of the Interview

    The conversation aimed to:

    • Highlight the importance of financial literacy for young adults.
    • Share Jerron Duhon’s personal journey from Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Yale University and into holistic financial planning.
    • Promote his book “The Purpose of Paper”, which focuses on building generational wealth and breaking harmful financial habits.

    Key Takeaways

    1. Personal Journey & Identity Shift

      • Jerron used football as a “meal ticket” to escape his hometown, but a concussion ended his athletic career, causing an identity crisis.
      • He pivoted toward financial education and wealth creation, emphasizing long-term planning.

    2. Misconceptions About Wealth

      • Many young adults believe wealth comes quickly through gambling, sports betting, or flashy investments.
      • Social media fuels the desire to display wealth rather than build wealth, leading to poor financial decisions.

    3. Financial Habits & Framework

      • Jerron introduced his AIMS framework:
        • Awareness: Know your current financial state.
        • Intention: Set clear goals and reverse-engineer steps.
        • Mindset Change: Focus on future self, not old habits.
        • Systems: Automate savings and investments to reduce reliance on willpower.

    4. Faith and Finance Connection

      • Principles like self-control, patience, and hope—fruits of the spirit—are essential for financial discipline.
      • “Faith without works is dead” applies to money: belief must be paired with action.

    5. Generational Wealth

      • Gerron stresses taking ownership of your financial future rather than leaving the burden to your children.
      • Investing should be strategic and long-term, not like playing the lottery.

    6. Practical Advice

      • Start small but consistent (e.g., $150/month).
      • Use modern tools like Robinhood for stock investing.
      • Shift from being a consumer to an owner (invest in companies you use).

    Notable Quotes

    • “Football was my meal ticket… but I realized I didn’t dream far enough.”
    • “We connect our financial decisions to display wealth instead of to build wealth.”
    • “Faith without works is dead—just like in finances.”
    • “Are you going to be the one that changes your generation, or will you leave that pressure on your children?”
    • “Good advice is timeless.”

    #SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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  • Overcoming the Odds: Her workbook is designed to help individuals overcome people-pleasing and prioritizing your own needs.

    Overcoming the Odds: Her workbook is designed to help individuals overcome people-pleasing and prioritizing your own needs.
    Jan 8 2026

    Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning!

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

    Purpose of the Interview

    The interview aims to introduce Teresa Edwards’ book The Mirror Method: 12 Weeks to Stop Abandoning Yourself, a guided workbook designed to help individuals overcome people-pleasing tendencies, set boundaries, and prioritize their own needs without guilt. It focuses on personal empowerment, mental health, and rediscovering one’s authentic self.

    Key Takeaways

    1. People-Pleasing and Boundaries

      • People-pleasing becomes harmful when you agree to things you don’t want to do, leading to stress and resentment.
      • Setting boundaries is essential for self-respect and mental health.

    2. The Mirror Method

      • A 12-week guided process to “unravel” harmful patterns and rediscover your true self.
      • Emphasizes self-reflection, journaling, and gradual transformation at your own pace.

    3. Selfishness vs. Self-Care

      • Edwards reframes “selfish” as a positive concept: prioritizing your health and happiness is necessary, not negative.
      • You can’t be your best for others if you’re not your best for yourself.

    4. Health as a Wake-Up Call

      • Stress is a silent killer; Teresa’s own health issues (high blood pressure) forced her to reevaluate her life.
      • Happiness and well-being should not be age-limited—“You’re never too old to return to yourself.”

    5. Letting Go of Toxic Relationships

      • Users often exploit people-pleasers; recognizing and removing such relationships is crucial.
      • Fully committing to the Mirror Method means accepting hard truths and being okay with losing people who drain you.

    6. Therapy and Mental Health

      • COVID accelerated acceptance of therapy in communities where it was previously stigmatized.
      • Mental health is as important as physical health—“The mind is a muscle too.”

    7. Workbook Details

      • Available on Amazon and at themirrormethodworkbook.com in print and downloadable formats.
      • Exercises involve writing and self-reflection to confront truths and break patterns.

    Notable Quotes

    • “Boundaries are key.”
    • “Selfish is not a negative word—it’s perseverance of yourself.”
    • “You can’t throw a party and be mad at your own party.”
    • “Enough is enough—look in the mirror and say it.”
    • “You’re never too old to return to yourself.”
    • “Stress is that silent killer.”
    • “Fully commit means accepting all those good, bad, or ugly moments—and being okay with letting go.”
    • “The mind is a muscle too.”
    • “Be okay with being okay.”

    #SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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