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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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  • Healthcare: She emphasizes the importance of locking up medications and educating both adults and children.

    Healthcare: She emphasizes the importance of locking up medications and educating both adults and children.
    Mar 14 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. Yolanda D. McElroy (aka “Dr. Yo-Yo”).

    🎯 Purpose of the Interview

    To spotlight Dr. McElroy’s work as a pharmacist, educator, and author of the children’s book It’s Not Candy, which promotes medication safety. The interview also highlights her consulting company, MediManage, and her mission to improve health outcomes through education and community engagement.

    🧠 Key Takeaways 1. Professional Background

    • Dr. McElroy is a registered pharmacist in Louisiana with over 30 years of experience in retail and hospital settings.
    • She began her academic journey at Grambling State University (HBCU) studying chemistry before transferring to pharmacy school.

    2. MediManage Consulting

    • Founded to promote medication safety and improve health outcomes.
    • Focuses on educating communities about proper medication use, adherence, and preventing medication-related problems.

    3. Medication Safety Advocacy

    • Medications are a leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in children.
    • Parents often leave medications and chemicals within reach of children.
    • Emphasizes the importance of locking up medications and educating both adults and children.

    4. Target Age Groups

    • Focuses on children ages 3–10 to instill early awareness of medication safety.
    • Also highlights teens as a vulnerable group due to increased drug experimentation and access to medications at home.
    • Notes the importance of educating parents and senior citizens as well.

    5. Book: It’s Not Candy

    • Inspired by her ministry work with youth in mental health hospitals.
    • Based on real-life experiences and includes a song to make learning fun and memorable.
    • Demonstrates how medications can resemble candy, making it difficult for children (and adults) to distinguish.
    • Aims to equip families with knowledge to prevent accidental overdoses and misuse.

    6. Challenges in Pharmacy Profession

    • Pharmacists face heavy workloads, including vaccinations, insurance calls, and patient counseling.
    • Many are overworked and under-supported, leading to burnout and even strike considerations.

    7. Book Creation Journey

    • Took years to develop after encouragement from her pastor.
    • Extensive research into publishing options and budgeting.
    • Partnered with a publishing company and built a team including an editor and illustrator.
    • Advises aspiring authors to be patient, budget generously, and seek support and education.

    💬 Notable Quotes

    • “Medications are a leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in children.”
    • “If you’re not sure, ask a professional. Ask your pharmacist.”
    • “We want to get them early and instill that training so they can make good decisions.”
    • “Many medication-related injuries are preventable.”
    • “If there’s no room at the table, bring a folding chair.”
    • “Our children are important and their lives are valuable.”

    #SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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  • Brand Building: This episode is a masterclass in personal branding, purpose alignment, and entrepreneurial strategy.

    Brand Building: This episode is a masterclass in personal branding, purpose alignment, and entrepreneurial strategy.
    Mar 13 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. Nicole Roberts Jones. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: Introduce Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones’ work helping entrepreneurs and professionals “bankroll their brilliance”.Encourage listeners to monetize their unique talents and create multiple streams of income.Inspire individuals to align their purpose with their profession for greater impact and fulfillment.Share strategies for overcoming fear, embracing authenticity, and building scalable businesses. 🧠 Key Takeaways 1. From Casting to Coaching Nicole’s early career in talent management and casting helped her develop a gift for recognizing people’s potential. She now uses that gift to help entrepreneurs and executives identify their “DNA” (Distinct Natural Ability) and turn it into income. “I could see you and how you could fit into the script… That’s really what I do with entrepreneurs now.” – Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones 2. Purpose Is Your Power Nicole emphasizes that purpose is the one thing you never get fired from. Aligning your work with your purpose leads to higher performance and deeper fulfillment. “When you bless somebody with the thing that you do, they’re gaining—and you’re gaining for God.” – Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones 3. Multiple Streams of Income She teaches clients to diversify their income by creating products, programs, and services that don’t require their constant presence—what she calls “money while you sleep” or “mailbox money.” Examples include: Lawyers creating online courses for clients who can’t afford billable hours.Gymnasts licensing their training methods and renting out facilities. “Your comfort zone is where your dreams go to die.” – Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones“If you are physically tied to the money you make, you’re capping your potential.” – Rushion McDonald 4. Stop Giving Away Your Brilliance Nicole warns against giving away intellectual property for free. She encourages professionals to recognize the value of their expertise and package it into paid offerings. “You’re giving away your cookie for free… You have value that people will pay for.” – Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones 5. Create a Methodology She helps clients build a blueprint for their expertise, turning routines and habits into teachable systems. Her metaphor: “You can’t see the label from inside the jar,” meaning people often overlook their own value. “It’s really helping someone produce the value that is coming out of you effortlessly.” – Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones 6. Authenticity Is a Business Strategy Nicole encourages people to embrace their full personality, even if it’s “too much” for some. She believes that being yourself is the key to attracting the right audience and opportunities. “Stop letting people turn down your light. This is who I am. God made me this way.” – Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones 💬 Memorable Quotes “Corporate doesn’t need more of corporate.”“Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”“Each of us were born to disrupt whatever system we’re called to work in.” 🌟 Impact of the Interview This episode is a masterclass in personal branding, purpose alignment, and entrepreneurial strategy. Nicole’s energy and clarity make her insights actionable and inspiring, especially for professionals looking to pivot, scale, or rediscover their value. #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • Motivation: Grew One Stop Taxes from a single office to over 1,000 virtual franchises and offers free training, no startup costs, and shared revenue model.

    Motivation: Grew One Stop Taxes from a single office to over 1,000 virtual franchises and offers free training, no startup costs, and shared revenue model.
    Mar 13 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 Mowbray and Cherina Rowand Co-founders of The Rowand Group and One Stop Taxes, the largest Black-owned virtual tax preparation service in America. The interview highlights their business evolution, scaling strategies, community impact, and the creation of the Black Tax Festival. 🧭 Interview Outline 1. Background & Origins Both from Memphis, Tennessee; met in high school.Started tax preparation in 2010 as a mom-and-pop operation.Transitioned from brick-and-mortar to virtual model by 2015. 2. Business Philosophy Entrepreneurship is defined as service to others.Mowbray is the visionary; Cherina is the implementer.Emphasis on scaling with structure: legal, accounting, HR. 3. One Stop Taxes Grew from a single office to over 1,000 virtual franchise locations.Offers free training, no startup costs, and shared revenue model.Built a platform allowing clients to submit documents and sign remotely. 4. Virtual Tax Model Designed for convenience and accessibility.Clients and tax preparers never need to meet in person.Platform includes document upload, e-signature, and cloud storage. 5. Franchise & Training Learning Management System (LMS) for onboarding.Training includes tax prep, customer acquisition, and platform use.Strategic partnerships with local businesses (e.g., dealerships, daycares). 6. Black Tax Festival Annual event held in AtlantaCombines networking, education, and recognition.Includes IRS updates, business workshops, and the Titan Awards.Open to all entrepreneurs, not just tax professionals. 7. Expansion & Diversification Own restaurants in Memphis and the Dominican Republic.Franchised Fat Tuesday and Esco Restaurant (did \$1M in first 6 weeks).Own a yacht for rental experiences in the DR.Plans to develop a restaurant strip near FedExForum in Memphis. 💡 Key Takeaways Vision + Execution = Growth: Their complementary roles fuel business success.Virtual is Scalable: Transitioning to virtual allowed exponential growth.Community Impact Matters: Black Tax Festival fosters education and recognition.Diversification is Strategic: Restaurants and real estate expand their brand.Mentorship & Learning: They study successful entrepreneurs like Tilman Fertitta.Faith & Family Drive: Their journey is rooted in love, planning, and purpose. 🗣️ Notable Quotes “Entrepreneurship means being a servant to other people.”“The same thing that works at \$1M doesn’t work at \$15M.”“We had to fire ourselves from some jobs and hire professionals.”“We built a platform where you can do taxes from your couch.”“We started before social media—we know belly-to-belly marketing.”“Recognition matters—people don’t get it at home or work.”“We’re trying to bridge the wealth gap through proper paperwork.”“We bought a yacht in the Dominican Republic to rent for experiences.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    32 m
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