My next guest is Candace Holyfield. Affectionately known as “The Six Figure Spa Chick”, Holyfield is the founder and the creative mind behind the Queen Spa Expo (specifically created for minority spa professionals) and The Black Spa Magazine. She is best known for her Award-Winning spa parties and her business instructional classes designed to empower millennial business owners. She has written over 30 e-books (for spa professionals) and has been invited to speak on main stages internationally. A trailblazer in her own right, Holyfield has assisted over 500 spa owners not only launch their salon but create a six-figure income while doing so. Her work in the industry has not gone unnoticed. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Candace Holyfield.
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My next guest is Candace Holyfield. Affectionately known as “The Six Figure Spa Chick”, Holyfield is the founder and the creative mind behind the Queen Spa Expo (specifically created for minority spa professionals) and The Black Spa Magazine. She is best known for her Award-Winning spa parties and her business instructional classes designed to empower millennial business owners. She has written over 30 e-books (for spa professionals) and has been invited to speak on main stages internationally. A trailblazer in her own right, Holyfield has assisted over 500 spa owners not only launch their salon but create a six-figure income while doing so. Her work in the industry has not gone unnoticed. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Candace Holyfield. https://www.moneymakingconversations.com https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/ https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Money Making Conversations Master Class is more than a podcast. It's a front-row seat to the ideas, experiences, and breakthrough moments that inspire success. Hosted by Rushion McDonald, each episode features influential entrepreneurs, business leaders, celebrities, influencers, and nonprofit changemakers sharing the lessons, strategies, and mindset shifts that helped them turn ambition into achievement. The show empowers dreamers, doers, and leaders to think bigger, move smarter, and take action on their goals. As Rushion McDonald often says, "Stop reading other people's success stories and start planning your own."

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Money Making Conversations Master Class is more than a podcast. It's a front-row seat to the ideas, experiences, and breakthrough moments that inspire success. Hosted by Rushion McDonald, each episode features influential entrepreneurs, business leaders, celebrities, influencers, and nonprofit changemakers sharing the lessons, strategies, and mindset shifts that helped them turn ambition into achievement. The show empowers dreamers, doers, and leaders to think bigger, move smarter, and take action on their goals. As Rushion McDonald often says, "Stop reading other people's success stories and start planning your own."
Tune in, get inspired, and start writing your own success story, one conversation at a time.
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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. Isaiah Tatum.

A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview showcases Dr. Isaiah Tatum’s extraordinary journey from homelessness to becoming a venture capitalist, hotel developer, and touring saxophonist. It aims to inspire young entrepreneurs by highlighting the importance of faith, planning, mentorship, and financial literacy.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Early Passion for Music
Began playing saxophone at age 10.
Influenced by legends like Kenny G, Curtis Mayfield, and Aretha Franklin.
Practiced obsessively, leading to proficiency and touring opportunities.
Maintains a strong connection to music despite business ventures.

“I couldn’t wait to get home and play… I practiced six hours a day.” — Isaiah Tatum

2. Entrepreneurial Drive & Financial Literacy
Overcame homelessness and used that experience to fuel ambition.
Became an equity investor in Jazz Pharmaceuticals at 18.
Invested in real estate and hotel development with a focus on recession-proof models.

“I didn’t want to be an artist who had to stay on tour to maintain. I wanted to be financially free.” — Isaiah Tatum

3. Hotel Ownership & Strategy
Owns two Candlewood Suites and an Embassy Suites in Georgia.
Focuses on extended-stay models for consistent revenue.
Emphasizes customer experience and operational efficiency.

“Even if they’re spending $160, make them feel like they’re spending $1 million.” — Isaiah Tatum

4. Mentorship & Education
Studied finance and earned credentials from Wall Street Prep.
Values mentorship from icons like Kenny G and Keith Worsham.
Now mentors others and encourages financial literacy and self-confidence.

“Don’t look for who you are to fit in with everybody else… Elevate yourself.” — Isaiah Tatum

5. Vision & Future Endeavors
Developing new properties in Tupelo, MS and Nashville, TN.
Planning a Sweat Hotel concept and returning to music with a new album and tour.
Driven by a daily mindset of growth and execution.

“Even though I’ve done really good, it’s about what I’m doing tomorrow.” — Isaiah Tatum

📌 Notable Quotes
“Faith and a plan. A lot of people jump out there on faith. You better have a plan in your back pocket.” — Rushion McDonald
“I fell in love with credentials… I wanted to maximize every opportunity.” — Isaiah Tatum
“Let your results speak for themselves.” — Isaiah Tatum

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI

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Leadership

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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

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Wealth building strategies

Black entrepreneur podcast

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-money-making-conversation-28341098/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">iHeartRadio</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-making-conversations-master-class/id1264705641" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">Apple Podcasts</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ABAQdTXqAnhGwxrsjFa5y" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">Spotify</a>, <a href="http://www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/">www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.&nbsp; I want to alert you, so you don&rsquo;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.&nbsp; Keep winning!
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum.
A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
The interview showcases Dr. Isaiah Tatum&rsquo;s extraordinary journey from homelessness to becoming a venture capitalist, hotel developer, and touring saxophonist. It aims to inspire young entrepreneurs by highlighting the importance of faith, planning, mentorship, and financial literacy.
<hr>
🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Early Passion for Music
<ul>
<li>Began playing saxophone at age 10.</li>
<li>Influenced by legends like Kenny G, Curtis Mayfield, and Aretha Franklin.</li>
<li>Practiced obsessively, leading to proficiency and touring opportunities.</li>
<li>Maintains a strong connection to music despite business ventures.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I couldn&rsquo;t wait to get home and play&hellip; I practiced six hours a day.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah Tatum
</blockquote>
<hr>
2. Entrepreneurial Drive &amp; Financial Literacy
<ul>
<li>Overcame homelessness and used that experience to fuel ambition.</li>
<li>Became an equity investor in Jazz Pharmaceuticals at 18.</li>
<li>Invested in real estate and hotel development with a focus on recession-proof models.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I didn&rsquo;t want to be an artist who had to stay on tour to maintain. I wanted to be financially free.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah Tatum
</blockquote>
<hr>
3. Hotel Ownership &amp; Strategy
<ul>
<li>Owns two Candlewood Suites and an Embassy Suites in Georgia.</li>
<li>Focuses on extended-stay models for consistent revenue.</li>
<li>Emphasizes customer experience and operational efficiency.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Even if they&rsquo;re spending $160, make them feel like they&rsquo;re spending $1 million.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah Tatum
</blockquote>
<hr>
4. Mentorship &amp; Education
<ul>
<li>Studied finance and earned credentials from Wall Street Prep.</li>
<li>Values mentorship from icons like Kenny G and Keith Worsham.</li>
<li>Now mentors others and encourages financial literacy and self-confidence.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t look for who you are to fit in with everybody else&hellip; Elevate yourself.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah Tatum
</blockquote>
<hr>
5. Vision &amp; Future Endeavors
<ul>
<li>Developing new properties in Tupelo, MS and Nashville, TN.</li>
<li>Planning a Sweat Hotel concept and returning to music with a new album and tour.</li>
<li>Driven by a daily mindset of growth and execution.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Even though I&rsquo;ve done really good, it&rsquo;s about what I&rsquo;m doing tomorrow.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah Tatum
</blockquote>
<hr>
📌 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Faith and a plan. A lot of people jump out there on faith. You better have a plan in your back pocket.&rdquo; &mdash; Rushion McDonald</li>
<li>&ldquo;I fell in love with credentials&hellip; I wanted to maximize every opportunity.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah Tatum</li>
<li>&ldquo;Let your results speak for themselves.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah Tatum</li>
</ul>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI
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Small Business
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Financial Literacy
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Black Entrepreneurs
Minority Business
Leadership
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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
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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

Follow Your Passion: Tatum inspires entrepreneurs by highlighting the importance of faith, planning, mentorship, and financial literacy.

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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. 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 #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.

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

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-money-making-conversation-28341098/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">iHeartRadio</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-making-conversations-master-class/id1264705641" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">Apple Podcasts</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ABAQdTXqAnhGwxrsjFa5y" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">Spotify</a>, <a href="http://www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/">www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.&nbsp; I want to alert you, so you don&rsquo;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.&nbsp; Keep winning!
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones.
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to:
<ul>
<li>Introduce Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones&rsquo; work helping entrepreneurs and professionals &ldquo;bankroll their brilliance&rdquo;.</li>
<li>Encourage listeners to monetize their unique talents and create multiple streams of income.</li>
<li>Inspire individuals to align their purpose with their profession for greater impact and fulfillment.</li>
<li>Share strategies for overcoming fear, embracing authenticity, and building scalable businesses.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🧠 Key Takeaways 1. From Casting to Coaching
Nicole&rsquo;s early career in talent management and casting helped her develop a gift for recognizing people&rsquo;s potential. She now uses that gift to help entrepreneurs and executives identify their &ldquo;DNA&rdquo; (Distinct Natural Ability) and turn it into income.
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I could see you and how you could fit into the script&hellip; That&rsquo;s really what I do with entrepreneurs now.&rdquo; &ndash; Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones
</blockquote>
<hr>
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.
<blockquote>
&ldquo;When you bless somebody with the thing that you do, they&rsquo;re gaining&mdash;and you&rsquo;re gaining for God.&rdquo; &ndash; Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones
</blockquote>
<hr>
3. Multiple Streams of Income
She teaches clients to diversify their income by creating products, programs, and services that don&rsquo;t require their constant presence&mdash;what she calls &ldquo;money while you sleep&rdquo; or &ldquo;mailbox money.&rdquo;
Examples include:
<ul>
<li>Lawyers creating online courses for clients who can&rsquo;t afford billable hours.</li>
<li>Gymnasts licensing their training methods and renting out facilities.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Your comfort zone is where your dreams go to die.&rdquo; &ndash; Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones &ldquo;If you are physically tied to the money you make, you&rsquo;re capping your potential.&rdquo; &ndash; Rushion McDonald
</blockquote>
<hr>
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.
<blockquote>
&ldquo;You&rsquo;re giving away your cookie for free&hellip; You have value that people will pay for.&rdquo; &ndash; Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones
</blockquote>
<hr>
5. Create a Methodology
She helps clients build a blueprint for their expertise, turning routines and habits into teachable systems. Her metaphor: &ldquo;You can&rsquo;t see the label from inside the jar,&rdquo; meaning people often overlook their own value.
<blockquote>
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s really helping someone produce the value that is coming out of you effortlessly.&rdquo; &ndash; Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones
</blockquote>
<hr>
6. Authenticity Is a Business Strategy
Nicole encourages people to embrace their full personality, even if it&rsquo;s &ldquo;too much&rdquo; for some. She believes that being yourself is the key to attracting the right audience and opportunities.
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Stop letting people turn down your light. This is who I am. God made me this way.&rdquo; &ndash; Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones
</blockquote>
<hr>
💬 Memorable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Corporate doesn&rsquo;t need more of corporate.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Each of us were born to disrupt whatever system we&rsquo;re called to work in.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🌟 Impact of the Interview
This episode is a masterclass in personal branding, purpose alignment, and entrepreneurial strategy. Nicole&rsquo;s energy and clarity make her insights actionable and inspiring, especially for professionals looking to pivot, scale, or rediscover their value.
#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.
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

Money Advice: Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones’ work helping entrepreneurs and professionals “bankroll their brilliance”.

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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. Justin M. Lee.

Purpose of the Interview
To showcase Dr. Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multi-industry entrepreneur.
To inspire listeners with strategies for wealth-building through real estate, construction, and logistics.
To encourage financial literacy, ownership, and collaboration within underserved communities.
To issue a call to action for minorities to explore opportunities like Amazon DSP and real estate investment.

Key Takeaways


Early Career & Education
Started young in real estate, embraced discomfort in rooms dominated by older professionals.
Leveraged millennial tech skills (social media marketing) to help veteran brokers grow.
Earned a doctorate degree and became a licensed real estate broker.


Social Media as a Business Tool
Built a strong presence on TikTok (90K followers) and other platforms.
Helped older real estate firms thrive by creating digital visibility.
Emphasized that “business must look as good online as in person.”


Financial Literacy & Homeownership
African-American communities often lack foundational financial knowledge.
Key barriers: misunderstanding credit, fear of debt, and lack of exposure to ownership benefits.
Advocates teaching the difference between good debt (real estate) and bad debt (consumer credit).


Real Estate Process
Initial onboarding: credit score, income, tax filing.
Connect clients with lenders, secure pre-approval, then negotiate and close within 30–45 days.
Uses property tours as motivation even for those not yet approved.


Pooling Resources for Wealth
Industry dominated by white men and foreign investors who use syndication.
Dr. Lee created a private family fund with fraternity brothers and friends.
Acquired 150+ apartment units and commercial properties by pooling resources and forming LLCs.


Amazon DSP Opportunity
Owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business (42 trucks, 200 employees).
Offers minorities a chance to apply for DSP with $10K grant.
Taught him true CEO skills: HR, payroll, compliance, and scaling operations.


Construction Business
Entered construction after experiencing exploitation in fix-and-flip projects.
Learned the business side (permits, change orders) and got licensed.
Built major projects like a 10,000 sq. ft. restaurant in Atlanta.
Advocates for Black representation in construction, an industry dominated by whites and Hispanics.


Personal Background
Raised in New Orleans during Katrina by a single mother and grandparents.
Mother invested FEMA checks into real estate, teaching him property management and renovation skills early.
Believes knowledge is power and emphasizes planning and consistency.

Notable Quotes


On embracing discomfort:
“I learned to embrace the uncomfort and make it one of my biggest strengths.”


On social media:
“You have to make your business look the same way online as in person.”


On financial literacy:
“Real estate is always going to be good debt. Bad debt is the Macy’s card.”


On collaboration:
“Pooling resources shows how far we can go and how fast we can go—but together.”


On planning:
“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail. All you have to do is stick to the plan.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI

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

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin M. Lee.
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Purpose of the Interview
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<li>To showcase Dr. Lee&rsquo;s journey from a young real estate agent to a multi-industry entrepreneur.</li>
<li>To inspire listeners with strategies for wealth-building through real estate, construction, and logistics.</li>
<li>To encourage financial literacy, ownership, and collaboration within underserved communities.</li>
<li>To issue a call to action for minorities to explore opportunities like Amazon DSP and real estate investment.</li>
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Key Takeaways
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Early Career &amp; Education
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<li>Started young in real estate, embraced discomfort in rooms dominated by older professionals.</li>
<li>Leveraged millennial tech skills (social media marketing) to help veteran brokers grow.</li>
<li>Earned a doctorate degree and became a licensed real estate broker.</li>
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Social Media as a Business Tool
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<li>Built a strong presence on TikTok (90K followers) and other platforms.</li>
<li>Helped older real estate firms thrive by creating digital visibility.</li>
<li>Emphasized that &ldquo;business must look as good online as in person.&rdquo;</li>
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Financial Literacy &amp; Homeownership
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<li>African-American communities often lack foundational financial knowledge.</li>
<li>Key barriers: misunderstanding credit, fear of debt, and lack of exposure to ownership benefits.</li>
<li>Advocates teaching the difference between good debt (real estate) and bad debt (consumer credit).</li>
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Real Estate Process
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<li>Initial onboarding: credit score, income, tax filing.</li>
<li>Connect clients with lenders, secure pre-approval, then negotiate and close within 30&ndash;45 days.</li>
<li>Uses property tours as motivation even for those not yet approved.</li>
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Pooling Resources for Wealth
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<li>Industry dominated by white men and foreign investors who use syndication.</li>
<li>Dr. Lee created a private family fund with fraternity brothers and friends.</li>
<li>Acquired 150+ apartment units and commercial properties by pooling resources and forming LLCs.</li>
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Amazon DSP Opportunity
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<li>Owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business (42 trucks, 200 employees).</li>
<li>Offers minorities a chance to apply for DSP with $10K grant.</li>
<li>Taught him true CEO skills: HR, payroll, compliance, and scaling operations.</li>
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Construction Business
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<li>Entered construction after experiencing exploitation in fix-and-flip projects.</li>
<li>Learned the business side (permits, change orders) and got licensed.</li>
<li>Built major projects like a 10,000 sq. ft. restaurant in Atlanta.</li>
<li>Advocates for Black representation in construction, an industry dominated by whites and Hispanics.</li>
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Personal Background
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<li>Raised in New Orleans during Katrina by a single mother and grandparents.</li>
<li>Mother invested FEMA checks into real estate, teaching him property management and renovation skills early.</li>
<li>Believes knowledge is power and emphasizes planning and consistency.</li>
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Notable Quotes
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On embracing discomfort: &ldquo;I learned to embrace the uncomfort and make it one of my biggest strengths.&rdquo;
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On social media: &ldquo;You have to make your business look the same way online as in person.&rdquo;
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On financial literacy: &ldquo;Real estate is always going to be good debt. Bad debt is the Macy&rsquo;s card.&rdquo;
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On collaboration: &ldquo;Pooling resources shows how far we can go and how fast we can go&mdash;but together.&rdquo;
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On planning: &ldquo;If you don&rsquo;t plan, you plan to fail. All you have to do is stick to the plan.&rdquo;
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