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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 Travis T. Wade.  

A seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of corporate experience. His company THE GUARDIAN is a private security corporation with three separate divisions: Armed & Unarmed Uniformed Security Officers, Personal Protection, and Private Investigations. Serving the Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina states.

Their mission is to maintain a strict and unwavering code of ethics with our employees, clients and community; To provide the most qualified, dedicated and professional officers that represent both the client and THE GUARDIAN. And to establish and maintain the most effective security services available.

THE GUARDIAN is dedicated to providing the highest level of integrity available in the field of Security Management and Protective Services. We hire and train our people to be the most professional and qualified officers in the industry.

Talking Points.
1.    The transition from the corporate world to entrepreneurship 
2.    Transitioning from NY to ATL 
3.    Current Company Guardian Security Management Inc. 
4.    Taking a company from a mom and pop operation to a corporation 
5.    Working with the competition 
6.    Operating multiple businesses
7.    The importance of Human Resources for a small business
8.    The transition from corporate to entrepreneurship
9.    You company’s mission is to maintain a strict and unwavering code of ethics with your employees, clients and community; 
10.    To provide the most qualified, dedicated and professional officers that represent both the client and THE GUARDIAN. 
11.    And to establish and maintain the most effective security services available.
12.    We hire and train our people to be the most professional and qualified officers in the industry.
13.    Each work independently, supporting the other to provide our clients with a cohesive security program
a.    Armed & Unarmed Uniformed Security Officers
b.    Personal Protection
c.    Private Investigations.

Most recently serving as the FVP Head of Human Resources at Carver Federal Savings Bank. Known for strategic leadership, Travis has excelled in developing and executing HR strategies aligned with organizational goals. His expertise spans succession planning, talent management, change management, organizational development, performance management, and compensation.

In his previous role, Travis led a team supporting 125 employees, demonstrating strategic partnership with division executives for effective workforce planning. He implemented a talent calibration process, fostering the identification and development of high potentials. Travis managed all aspects of HR, from recruiting to diversity initiatives, and redesigned the department to align with evolving business needs.

Travis’s impact extends to compensation, where he introduced incentive targets and designed innovative programs, including Management Equity Stock Award and Annual Incentive Programs. His commitment to culture management is evident through defining Core Values, enhancing company culture with workshops, and initiating recognition programs like the Carver Core Value awards and “Women’s in Business” Recognition program.

His dedication to employee development is reflected in the creation of the Leadership Pathways program, incorporating Graduate Leadership, Middle Management Leadership, and Diversity and Inclusion training. As Travis takes command of The Guardian Security Management, his wealth of experience and commitment to strategic HR leadership promise a positive impact on our organization.
Armed with a bachelor's in business administration from Queens College, Travis brings a solid educational foundation to his role.

His professional journey is marked by significant certifications, including Professional in Human Resource (PHR) and SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP). These credentials underscore Travis’s commitment to excellence in the HR field, ensuring a high standard of expertise and best practices in his leadership.

 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Travis T. Wade. &nbsp;
A seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of corporate experience. His company THE GUARDIAN is a private security corporation with three separate divisions: Armed &amp; Unarmed Uniformed Security Officers, Personal Protection, and Private Investigations. Serving the Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina states.
Their mission is to maintain a strict and unwavering code of ethics with our employees, clients and community; To provide the most qualified, dedicated and professional officers that represent both the client and THE GUARDIAN. And to establish and maintain the most effective security services available.
THE GUARDIAN is dedicated to providing the highest level of integrity available in the field of Security Management and Protective Services. We hire and train our people to be the most professional and qualified officers in the industry.
Talking Points. 1. &nbsp; &nbsp;The transition from the corporate world to entrepreneurship&nbsp; 2. &nbsp; &nbsp;Transitioning from NY to ATL&nbsp; 3. &nbsp; &nbsp;Current Company Guardian Security Management Inc.&nbsp; 4. &nbsp; &nbsp;Taking a company from a mom and pop operation to a corporation&nbsp; 5. &nbsp; &nbsp;Working with the competition&nbsp; 6. &nbsp; &nbsp;Operating multiple businesses 7. &nbsp; &nbsp;The importance of Human Resources for a small business 8. &nbsp; &nbsp;The transition from corporate to entrepreneurship 9. &nbsp; &nbsp;You company&rsquo;s mission is to maintain a strict and unwavering code of ethics with your employees, clients and community;&nbsp; 10. &nbsp; &nbsp;To provide the most qualified, dedicated and professional officers that represent both the client and THE GUARDIAN.&nbsp; 11. &nbsp; &nbsp;And to establish and maintain the most effective security services available. 12. &nbsp; &nbsp;We hire and train our people to be the most professional and qualified officers in the industry. 13. &nbsp; &nbsp;Each work independently, supporting the other to provide our clients with a cohesive security program a. &nbsp; &nbsp;Armed &amp; Unarmed Uniformed Security Officers b. &nbsp; &nbsp;Personal Protection c. &nbsp; &nbsp;Private Investigations.
Most recently serving as the FVP Head of Human Resources at Carver Federal Savings Bank. Known for strategic leadership, Travis has excelled in developing and executing HR strategies aligned with organizational goals. His expertise spans succession planning, talent management, change management, organizational development, performance management, and compensation.
In his previous role, Travis led a team supporting 125 employees, demonstrating strategic partnership with division executives for effective workforce planning. He implemented a talent calibration process, fostering the identification and development of high potentials. Travis managed all aspects of HR, from recruiting to diversity initiatives, and redesigned the department to align with evolving business needs.
Travis&rsquo;s impact extends to compensation, where he introduced incentive targets and designed innovative programs, including Management Equity Stock Award and Annual Incentive Programs. His commitment to culture management is evident through defining Core Values, enhancing company culture with workshops, and initiating recognition programs like the Carver Core Value awards and &ldquo;Women&rsquo;s in Business&rdquo; Recognition program.
His dedication to employee development is reflected in the creation of the Leadership Pathways program, incorporating Graduate Leadership, Middle Management Leadership, and Diversity and Inclusion training. As Travis takes command of The Guardian Security Management, his wealth of experience and commitment to strategic HR leadership promise a positive impact on our organization. Armed with a bachelor's in business administration from Queens College, Travis brings a solid educational foundation to his role.
His professional journey is marked by significant certifications, including Professional in Human Resource (PHR) and SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP). These credentials underscore Travis&rsquo;s commitment to excellence in the HR field, ensuring a high standard of expertise and best practices in his leadership.
&nbsp;
#STRAW
#BEST
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Business Talk: Travis discusses the importance of Human Resources for a small business.

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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. Leketa Hawkins.

Also known as the Pocketbook Strategist. She is a financial literacy advocate and business consultant based in North Carolina, offering tools and resources to help individuals and small business owners take control of their financial futures.

🔑 Key Themes and Takeaways: 💼 About Dr. Leketa Hawkins
Founder of PocketbookStrategies.com, which offers financial literacy programs, tools, and resources.
Also runs Hawdleigh.com, a platform for financial education courses and templates.
Her mission is to provide low-cost or no-cost financial education to underserved communities.

💡 Financial Literacy & Upbringing
Like many, Leketa grew up in a household where money was not discussed—a common cultural norm that left many unprepared for adult financial responsibilities.
She emphasizes the importance of breaking generational cycles by involving children in financial conversations early.

🧠 Emotional Spending
One of the most common financial pitfalls she sees is emotional spending—buying things to cope with stress, boredom, or celebration.
She recommends tracking spending for one week to identify patterns and triggers.
Online shopping makes emotional spending easier and more dangerous due to its convenience.

📊 Budgeting Strategies
Advocates for the 50/30/20 rule:

50% for needs
30% for wants
20% for savings or debt
Encourages people to “name your money before you spend it”—assign every dollar a purpose.

👧🏾 Youth Financial Literacy
Stresses the importance of teaching kids that money is a tool, not a goal.
Encourages parents to:

Let kids ask financial questions.
Teach saving from every dollar earned.
Explain compound interest and the value of investing.

👩🏽‍💼 Empowering Women Financially
Many women feel overwhelmed or disempowered financially.
Dr. Hawkins encourages women to take small steps toward financial clarity and view financial wellness as a form of self-love.

💬 Final Lessons
“Money doesn’t change who you are—it amplifies who you are.”
Understanding the difference between assets and liabilities is foundational:

Assets put money in your pocket.
Liabilities take money out.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

 

Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success.

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Entrepreneurship

Small Business

Business Growth

Financial Literacy

Wealth Building

Black Entrepreneurs

Minority Business

Leadership

Executive Leadership

Business Funding

Marketing Strategies

Personal Development

Startup Advice

Sales Training

CEO Interviews

Founder Stories

Professional Development

Economic Empowerment

Business Success

Networking

Brand Building

Innovation

How to start a business

Small business funding

Entrepreneur success stories

Business leadership podcast

Wealth building strategies

Black entrepreneur podcast

Minority business development

Marketing for small businesses

Business growth strategies

Startup funding opportunities

Executive leadership training

Financial literacy education

Success mindset podcast

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Leketa Hawkins.
Also known as the Pocketbook Strategist. She is a financial literacy advocate and business consultant based in North Carolina, offering tools and resources to help individuals and small business owners take control of their financial futures.
<hr>
🔑 Key Themes and Takeaways: 💼 About Dr. Leketa Hawkins
<ul>
<li>Founder of PocketbookStrategies.com, which offers financial literacy programs, tools, and resources.</li>
<li>Also runs Hawdleigh.com, a platform for financial education courses and templates.</li>
<li>Her mission is to provide low-cost or no-cost financial education to underserved communities.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💡 Financial Literacy &amp; Upbringing
<ul>
<li>Like many, Leketa grew up in a household where money was not discussed&mdash;a common cultural norm that left many unprepared for adult financial responsibilities.</li>
<li>She emphasizes the importance of breaking generational cycles by involving children in financial conversations early.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🧠 Emotional Spending
<ul>
<li>One of the most common financial pitfalls she sees is emotional spending&mdash;buying things to cope with stress, boredom, or celebration.</li>
<li>She recommends tracking spending for one week to identify patterns and triggers.</li>
<li>Online shopping makes emotional spending easier and more dangerous due to its convenience.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
📊 Budgeting Strategies
<ul>
<li>Advocates for the 50/30/20 rule:
<ul>
<li>50% for needs</li>
<li>30% for wants</li>
<li>20% for savings or debt</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Encourages people to &ldquo;name your money before you spend it&rdquo;&mdash;assign every dollar a purpose.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
👧🏾 Youth Financial Literacy
<ul>
<li>Stresses the importance of teaching kids that money is a tool, not a goal.</li>
<li>Encourages parents to:
<ul>
<li>Let kids ask financial questions.</li>
<li>Teach saving from every dollar earned.</li>
<li>Explain compound interest and the value of investing.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
👩🏽&zwj;💼 Empowering Women Financially
<ul>
<li>Many women feel overwhelmed or disempowered financially.</li>
<li>Dr. Hawkins encourages women to take small steps toward financial clarity and view financial wellness as a form of self-love.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Final Lessons
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Money doesn&rsquo;t change who you are&mdash;it amplifies who you are.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Understanding the difference between assets and liabilities is foundational:
<ul>
<li>Assets put money in your pocket.</li>
<li>Liabilities take money out.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
&nbsp;
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Small business funding
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Financial Tips: Leketa offers resources to help individuals and small business owners take control of your finances.

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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 Amber C. Saunders.

An estate planning attorney and founder of The Saunders Firm, about generational wealth, estate planning, and financial literacy in the Black community.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

The Importance of Estate Planning
Saunders emphasized that estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s for anyone who owns assets, including homes, jewelry, and even bank accounts.
She shared how her family’s experience with probate court inspired her to educate others on avoiding financial hardships.

Generational Wealth & Legacy
Many Black families lose wealth due to lack of estate planning, leading to long legal battles and financial instability.
Saunders stressed that generational wealth isn’t just about money—it’s about education, financial literacy, and structured wealth transfer.

Common Misconceptions About Estate Planning
Many people believe wills and trusts are only for the rich, but anyone with assets should have a plan.
She debunked myths about DIY estate planning, warning that generic online templates can lead to legal complications.

Protecting Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs must plan for succession, ensuring their businesses can survive beyond their leadership.
She advised business owners to structure their companies properly, so they don’t just create a job for themselves but build a lasting enterprise.

📘 About Amber C. Saunders
Amber C. Saunders is a leading estate planning attorney, dedicated to helping families secure their financial futures. She founded The Saunders Firm, specializing in wealth preservation, estate planning, and business succession strategies.

 

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#STRAW

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Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success.

Business Podcast

Entrepreneurship

Small Business

Business Growth

Financial Literacy

Wealth Building

Black Entrepreneurs

Minority Business

Leadership

Executive Leadership

Business Funding

Marketing Strategies

Personal Development

Startup Advice

Sales Training

CEO Interviews

Founder Stories

Professional Development

Economic Empowerment

Business Success

Networking

Brand Building

Innovation

How to start a business

Small business funding

Entrepreneur success stories

Business leadership podcast

Wealth building strategies

Black entrepreneur podcast

Minority business development

Marketing for small businesses

Business growth strategies

Startup funding opportunities

Executive leadership training

Financial literacy education

Success mindset podcast

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amber C. Saunders.
An estate planning attorney and founder of&nbsp;The Saunders Firm, about generational wealth, estate planning, and financial literacy in the Black community.
🔑 Key Themes &amp; Highlights
The Importance of Estate Planning
<ul>
<li>Saunders emphasized that estate planning isn&rsquo;t just for the wealthy&mdash;it&rsquo;s for anyone who owns assets, including homes, jewelry, and even bank accounts.</li>
<li>She shared how her family&rsquo;s experience with probate court inspired her to educate others on avoiding financial hardships.</li>
</ul>
Generational Wealth &amp; Legacy
<ul>
<li>Many Black families lose wealth due to lack of estate planning, leading to long legal battles and financial instability.</li>
<li>Saunders stressed that generational wealth isn&rsquo;t just about money&mdash;it&rsquo;s about education, financial literacy, and structured wealth transfer.</li>
</ul>
Common Misconceptions About Estate Planning
<ul>
<li>Many people believe wills and trusts are only for the rich, but anyone with assets should have a plan.</li>
<li>She debunked myths about DIY estate planning, warning that generic online templates can lead to legal complications.</li>
</ul>
Protecting Small Businesses &amp; Entrepreneurs
<ul>
<li>Entrepreneurs must plan for succession, ensuring their businesses can survive beyond their leadership.</li>
<li>She advised business owners to structure their companies properly, so they don&rsquo;t just create a job for themselves but build a lasting enterprise.</li>
</ul>
📘 About Amber C. Saunders Amber C. Saunders is a leading estate planning attorney, dedicated to helping families secure their financial futures. She founded The Saunders Firm, specializing in wealth preservation, estate planning, and business succession strategies.
&nbsp;
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Entrepreneurship
Small Business
Business Growth
Financial Literacy
Wealth Building
Black Entrepreneurs
Minority Business
Leadership
Executive Leadership
Business Funding
Marketing Strategies
Personal Development
Startup Advice
Sales Training
CEO Interviews
Founder Stories
Professional Development
Economic Empowerment
Business Success
Networking
Brand Building
Innovation
How to start a business
Small business funding
Entrepreneur success stories
Business leadership podcast
Wealth building strategies
Black entrepreneur podcast
Minority business development
Marketing for small businesses
Business growth strategies
Startup funding opportunities
Executive leadership training
Financial literacy education
Success mindset podcast

Financial Tips: Amber discusses wealth and financial literacy in the Black community.

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