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Money Making Conversations Master Class

Money Making Conversations Master Class

By: Rushion McDonald
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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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  • Overcoming the Odds. One incarcerated. She now connects licensed beauty professionals with those who are immobile or in hospitals.

    Overcoming the Odds. One incarcerated. She now connects licensed beauty professionals with those who are immobile or in hospitals.
    Feb 26 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 Crystal Hughes.

    🎯 Purpose of the Interview

    To spotlight Crystal Hughes’ entrepreneurial journey, her resilience through adversity, and her innovative contributions to the beauty industry and nonprofit work. The interview aims to inspire listeners by showing how personal challenges can fuel impactful ventures.

    🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Early Entrepreneurship & Adversity

    • At age 21, Crystal opened her first wig and natural hair salon in a flea market.
    • Shortly after, she was incarcerated for bank fraud—a decision she made out of desperation to fund her business dreams.
    • She wrote a book titled Money and My Daughter while in prison, inspired by her experiences and authors like Wahida Clark.

    2. Wig Capital Foundation

    • Founded to donate medical wigs to cancer patients and others in need.
    • Crystal collected and donated over 5,000 wigs in the first year.
    • Partnered with beauty supply stores and hospitals (e.g., Howard University Hospital, MedStar).
    • Schools helped refurbish wigs in exchange for community service hours.

    3. Mobile Glam Squad

    • A tech-driven initiative likened to “Uber for beauty services.”
    • Connects licensed beauty professionals with clients, especially those who are immobile or in hospitals.
    • Aims to provide group health insurance for stylists and expand to college campuses.

    4. Personal Healing & Resilience

    • Survived a serious car accident resulting in chronic pain.
    • Opted out of surgery and explored “sexual healing” as a form of pain management.
    • Worked in a Nevada brothel during recovery, combining physical therapy with alternative healing.

    5. Land Development in Utah, Alabama

    • Inherited one acre of land from her grandparents.
    • Plans to build an adult living facility and raise funds through seasonal events like scavenger hunts.
    • Noted signs of economic growth in the area (new gas station, dialysis center, Dollar General).

    6. Use of Technology

    • Embraced tech tools like ChatGPT for legal and business support.
    • Shares tech resources with cosmetology students during marketing tours.

    💬 Notable Quotes

    • “I always wanted to have my own beauty supply store… I figured out a way to do it.”
    • “I wasn’t the brains in the operation… but I knew I had to stay confident.”
    • “Anything over $1,000, they had to kind of question it.”
    • “I wrote my book in prison… it’s fiction based on true events.”
    • “I didn’t want to lose myself… I had to figure out a way.”
    • “You are a genius.” — a compliment she received from a mentor after promoting her nonprofit.
    • “You can’t stop yourself sometimes… you don’t let the system stop you.” — Rushion McDonald on Crystal’s entrepreneurial spirit.

    📌 Final Thoughts

    Crystal Hughes’ story is one of resilience, reinvention, and resourcefulness. From incarceration to innovation, she has turned personal pain into purpose, creating platforms that empower others—especially women facing medical and financial challenges.

    #SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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    28 mins
  • Career Change: They both have degrees in STEM and launched their premium vodka-based drink brand.

    Career Change: They both have degrees in STEM and launched their premium vodka-based drink brand.
    Feb 26 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 Taia Rashid and Daphne Carter.

    🎯 Purpose of the Interview

    To highlight the entrepreneurial journey of Taia Rashid and Daphne Carter, co-founders of Cassie Beverage, a premium vodka-based drink brand. The interview explores their inspiration, challenges as Black women in a male-dominated liquor industry, and their commitment to quality and authenticity.

    🧠 Key Takeaways 1. Founders’ Background & Bond

    • Taia and Daphne met as dance moms in Houston, Texas.
    • Their friendship grew through shared experiences at dance competitions.
    • Their cocktail-making hobby evolved into a business idea.

    2. Cassie Beverage Origins

    • Inspired by family traditions involving alcohol (moonshine and wine coolers).
    • The brand name “Cassie” is a blend of their last names.
    • Their products include Daphne Limoncello and Daphne Berrycello.

    3. Business Launch & Support

    • The idea was sparked during a trip to the Amalfi Coast.
    • Their husbands, both entrepreneurs, helped launch the business and provided initial capital.
    • They entered a white male-dominated industry with determination and humility, seeking mentorship and doing extensive research.

    4. Commitment to Quality

    • Their drinks use natural ingredients like fresh lemon juice and cane sugar.
    • They resisted pressure to use cheaper alternatives like concentrates or preservatives.
    • Their goal: create a premium product they’re proud to consume themselves.

    5. Challenges in the Liquor Industry

    • High startup costs and tight margins.
    • Strategic decisions around packaging, pricing, and market positioning.
    • Balancing premium quality with affordability for consumers.

    6. Academic & Professional Backgrounds

    • Daphne: Advanced degrees in chemistry and mathematics; former charter school executive and state superintendent.
    • Taia: Degree in chemical engineering; worked for Frito-Lay and later became a stay-at-home mom.

    7. Empowerment & Representation

    • They emphasized the importance of supporting women, especially in non-traditional roles like bartending and mixology.
    • Encouraged others to pivot careers and pursue passions regardless of societal expectations.
    • Advocated for creating space at the table when none is offered.

    8. Community Impact

    • A caller shared how the interview inspired her to support her daughter’s bartending career.
    • The founders responded with encouragement and emphasized redefining success beyond traditional roles.

    💬 Notable Quotes

    • “We found the perfect cocktail—the cure was liquor. A cup of joy.”
    • “We wanted something of quality that we could stand proud of.”
    • “If there’s no room at the table, bring a folding chair.”
    • “Your degrees give you soft skills—you can pivot and do whatever you want.”
    • “We’re winning because we’re doing something we love, even with the struggles.”

    #SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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    26 mins
  • Financial Tip: Dr, Willie Jolley's new Book, “Rich is Good, Wealthy is Better” and the teachings within it.

    Financial Tip: Dr, Willie Jolley's new Book, “Rich is Good, Wealthy is Better” and the teachings within it.
    Feb 26 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. Willie Jolley. SUMMARY OF THE INTERVIEW In this energetic and motivational conversation, Hall of Fame speaker Dr. Willie Jolley joins Rushion McDonald on Money Making Conversations Masterclass to discuss his new book, “Rich Is Good, Wealthy Is Better.” The interview covers the difference between being rich and being wealthy, the mindsets required for long-term financial growth, and how individuals—no matter their background—can build generational wealth. Jolley also emphasizes discipline, humility, planning, multiple streams of income, overcoming setbacks, and the importance of insurance and protection of assets. PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW The interview aims to: 1. Introduce and promote Dr. Jolley’s new book “Rich Is Good, Wealthy Is Better” and the teachings within it. 2. Educate listeners on the distinction between rich and wealthy Jolley wants audiences to understand wealth in generational, not short-term, terms. 3. Motivate individuals to shift their financial mindset From “working money” to “mailbox money.” 4. Empower entrepreneurs and families To adopt discipline, drop pride, and create multigenerational financial systems. 5. Share Jolley’s personal setback‑to‑success story To reinforce that anyone can grow wealth with the right principles. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Rich vs. Wealthy Being rich = high income, often tied to active labor (e.g., athlete contracts).Being wealthy = passive income, ownership, generational sustainability.A rich football player earns millions; the team owner earns billions and doesn’t have to “run up and down the field.” 2. The Five Money Mindsets Jolley explains five financial mindsets: One‑day mindset – living day to day.30‑day mindset – fixed incomes/check-to-check living.One‑year mindset – annual thinking (raises, annual income).Decade mindset – typical for entertainers/athletes with multi‑year contracts.Generational mindset (Wealth Mindset) – building wealth to last multiple generations. Jolley’s goal: move people up just one level at a time. 3. Five Types of Wealth Jolley breaks wealth into five categories: Financial WealthHealth Wealth (“A sick person has one dream; a healthy person has a thousand.” – Les Brown)Relationship WealthReputational Wealth (Brand)Intellectual Capital Wealth (What you know and can charge for) 4. Discipline Is the Key Wealth requires: Living below your meansInvesting the differenceConsistencyAvoiding arrogance and ignorance 5. Pride Is an Enemy of Wealth Pride leads people to overspend to keep up appearances.Jolley argues that pride “kills wealth” and must be replaced with planning and humility. 6. The Three Legs of Wealth To build sustainable wealth, you need: IncomeInvestment (letting money work for you)Insurance (life, health, car, disability, long-term care) 7. Multiple Streams of Income Jolley urges everyone to build at least two streams of income from: StocksBondsReal estateCryptoCollectiblesJewelryArtContent creation 8. Overcoming Setbacks Jolley details his own journey from unemployed nightclub singer to globally recognized motivational speaker.He reinforces that a setback is a setup for a comeback—the core message of his earlier bestselling book. 9. It’s Never Too Late to Start He cites examples of: A secretary who retired with $8M by investing small amounts over timeInvested $12,000 at age 65 and grew it to $890,000 by age 72 NOTABLE QUOTES FROM THE INTERVIEW On Time & Opportunity “I have only just a minute… but it’s up to me to use it.” On Mindset “Wealth starts in your mind.” On Rich vs. Wealthy “Regular folks work for their money. Wealthy people make their money work for them.” On Pride “My pride was killing my wealth.” On Growth & Learning “If you’re willing to learn, no one can stop you.” [On Setbacks “A setback is a setup for your greater comeback.” On Starting Late “When is the best time to plant a tree? Eighty years ago. The second-best time? Today.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    31 mins
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