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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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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!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
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Owner of Schulson Collective Restaurant Group, Michael Schulson, talks being a restaurateur in COVID

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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 Johnny Lynum.  

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To share Johnny Lynum’s journey from military service to becoming a successful real estate investor and wealth advisor, and to educate listeners on building generational wealth through real estate, financial literacy, and strategic investing.

🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Military Background & Transition
Johnny Lynum is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force, with 20 years of service as a developmental engineer and intelligence officer.
His military career provided discipline and structure, but his passion for entrepreneurship led him to real estate investing.

2. Real Estate Journey
Started with a VA loan to buy his first property.
Built a portfolio of 115 doors worth over $10 million, primarily in Panama City, Florida and Montgomery, Alabama.
Leveraged his knowledge and connections to invest remotely while living in Northern Virginia.

3. Investment Philosophy
Real estate is a tangible, relatable investment.
Emphasizes leverage—using other people’s money to control larger assets.
Advocates for buying back time through passive income strategies tailored to different life stages (30s, 40s, 50s).
Encourages strategic investing and not just chasing instant gratification.

4. Books & Education
Author of:

Millionaire Real Estate Success Strategies: What They Forgot to Teach You in School
Upcoming: The Financial Security Blueprint – focuses on biblical principles, alternative investments, and building lasting wealth.
Offers free downloads of his book via johnnylynam.com/newbook.

5. Faith & Legacy
Strong emphasis on faith and service.
Inspired by his mother’s legacy planning and life insurance setup for her grandchildren.
Focused on building generational wealth and educating his children and others.

6. Tax-Smart Investing
Discusses strategies like bonus depreciation, oil and gas investments, and self-directed IRAs to minimize tax liabilities.
Encourages understanding the IRS tax code to identify government-incentivized investment areas.

7. Building a Brand
Active on LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook.
Partnered with LinkedIn to create real estate content.
Promotes financial literacy and faith-based wealth building.

💬 Notable Quotes
“I had to go from broke Johnny to woke Johnny.”
“You don’t have to be an expert at everything, but you can be the leader in the room.”
“My God is a God of abundance.”
“Real estate became my vehicle and my pathway to building wealth.”
“You’re a blessing to your blessing.” — on generational wealth.
“Success leaves clues.”
“You have to take that leap of faith and take that action.”

📌 Final Thoughts

Johnny Lynum’s story is a powerful example of how discipline, faith, and strategic action can transform lives. His journey from humble beginnings and military service to building a multimillion-dollar real estate empire is both inspiring and instructive. He emphasizes the importance of education, mentorship, and legacy, making this interview a masterclass in wealth creation and purposeful living.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed&nbsp;Johnny Lynum.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
To share Johnny Lynum&rsquo;s journey from military service to becoming a successful real estate investor and wealth advisor, and to educate listeners on building generational wealth through real estate, financial literacy, and strategic investing.
<hr>
🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Military Background &amp; Transition
<ul>
<li>Johnny Lynum is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force, with 20 years of service as a developmental engineer and intelligence officer.</li>
<li>His military career provided discipline and structure, but his passion for entrepreneurship led him to real estate investing.</li>
</ul>
2. Real Estate Journey
<ul>
<li>Started with a VA loan to buy his first property.</li>
<li>Built a portfolio of 115 doors worth over&nbsp;$10 million, primarily in Panama City, Florida and Montgomery, Alabama.</li>
<li>Leveraged his knowledge and connections to invest remotely while living in Northern Virginia.</li>
</ul>
3. Investment Philosophy
<ul>
<li>Real estate is a tangible, relatable investment.</li>
<li>Emphasizes leverage&mdash;using other people&rsquo;s money to control larger assets.</li>
<li>Advocates for buying back time through passive income strategies tailored to different life stages (30s, 40s, 50s).</li>
<li>Encourages strategic investing and not just chasing instant gratification.</li>
</ul>
4. Books &amp; Education
<ul>
<li>Author of:
<ul>
<li>Millionaire Real Estate Success Strategies: What They Forgot to Teach You in School</li>
<li>Upcoming: The Financial Security Blueprint &ndash; focuses on biblical principles, alternative investments, and building lasting wealth.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Offers free downloads of his book via johnnylynam.com/newbook.</li>
</ul>
5. Faith &amp; Legacy
<ul>
<li>Strong emphasis on faith and service.</li>
<li>Inspired by his mother&rsquo;s legacy planning and life insurance setup for her grandchildren.</li>
<li>Focused on building generational wealth and educating his children and others.</li>
</ul>
6. Tax-Smart Investing
<ul>
<li>Discusses strategies like bonus depreciation, oil and gas investments, and self-directed IRAs to minimize tax liabilities.</li>
<li>Encourages understanding the IRS tax code to identify government-incentivized investment areas.</li>
</ul>
7. Building a Brand
<ul>
<li>Active on LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook.</li>
<li>Partnered with LinkedIn to create real estate content.</li>
<li>Promotes financial literacy and faith-based wealth building.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;I had to go from broke Johnny to woke Johnny.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You don&rsquo;t have to be an expert at everything, but you can be the leader in the room.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;My God is a God of abundance.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Real estate became my vehicle and my pathway to building wealth.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You&rsquo;re a blessing to your blessing.&rdquo; &mdash; on generational wealth.</li>
<li>&ldquo;Success leaves clues.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You have to take that leap of faith and take that action.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
📌 Final Thoughts
Johnny Lynum&rsquo;s story is a powerful example of how discipline, faith, and strategic action can transform lives. His journey from humble beginnings and military service to building a multimillion-dollar real estate empire is both inspiring and instructive. He emphasizes the importance of education, mentorship, and legacy, making this interview a masterclass in wealth creation and purposeful living.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Brand Building: A retired Air Force officer has built a portfolio worth over $10 million, primarily in Panama City, Florida and Montgomery, Alabama.

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/429dcc45-be2f-46e4-be21-b44f00f3b472/transcript

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 Attorney Tessie D. Edwards.

A family and criminal law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and themes from the episode:

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Early Life & Adversity
Tessie Edwards grew up in a challenging environment marked by poverty, teen pregnancy, and systemic injustice.
She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, and had her second child by 18.
Despite these challenges, she never lost sight of her dream to become a lawyer.

2. Turning Point
A pivotal moment came when someone told her that her daughter looked like her. That realization sparked a deep desire to become someone her daughter could look up to.

3. Relentless Pursuit of Education
Earned her GED, then an associate degree to qualify for military service.
After a brief stint in the military (cut short due to pregnancy and miscarriage), she pursued higher education.
Graduated from Indiana University with five children and went on to law school with her then-husband.

4. Professional Success
Now runs a multi-million dollar law firm in Atlanta, Georgia.
Has handled over 2,000 criminal cases and is deeply committed to serving families in crisis.
Her firm has been serving the Atlanta community for over 15 years.

5. Support System
Credits her success to a strong support network: her husband (who co-runs the firm), her children, her brother, and her team.
Emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision.

6. Advice & Motivation
Be clear about your goals and stay focused.
Don’t wait for the “right time”—start now.
Believe in your dream even when others don’t.
Use adversity as fuel for your ambition.

💬 Memorable Quotes
“I feel thankful but not satisfied.”
“My life was so divinely chosen… I was just given a dream and the courage to go after it.”
“Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go!”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Tessie D. Edwards.
A family and criminal law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and themes from the episode:
<hr>
🔑 Key Themes &amp; Takeaways 1. Early Life &amp; Adversity
<ul>
<li>Tessie Edwards grew up in a challenging environment marked by poverty, teen pregnancy, and systemic injustice.</li>
<li>She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, and had her second child by 18.</li>
<li>Despite these challenges, she never lost sight of her dream to become a lawyer.</li>
</ul>
2. Turning Point
<ul>
<li>A pivotal moment came when someone told her that her daughter looked like her. That realization sparked a deep desire to become someone her daughter could look up to.</li>
</ul>
3. Relentless Pursuit of Education
<ul>
<li>Earned her GED, then an associate degree to qualify for military service.</li>
<li>After a brief stint in the military (cut short due to pregnancy and miscarriage), she pursued higher education.</li>
<li>Graduated from Indiana University with five children and went on to law school with her then-husband.</li>
</ul>
4. Professional Success
<ul>
<li>Now runs a multi-million dollar law firm in Atlanta, Georgia.</li>
<li>Has handled over 2,000 criminal cases and is deeply committed to serving families in crisis.</li>
<li>Her firm has been serving the Atlanta community for over 15 years.</li>
</ul>
5. Support System
<ul>
<li>Credits her success to a strong support network: her husband (who co-runs the firm), her children, her brother, and her team.</li>
<li>Emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision.</li>
</ul>
6. Advice &amp; Motivation
<ul>
<li>Be clear about your goals and stay focused.</li>
<li>Don&rsquo;t wait for the &ldquo;right time&rdquo;&mdash;start now.</li>
<li>Believe in your dream even when others don&rsquo;t.</li>
<li>Use adversity as fuel for your ambition.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Memorable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;I feel thankful but not satisfied.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;My life was so divinely chosen&hellip; I was just given a dream and the courage to go after it.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Let&rsquo;s go, let&rsquo;s go, let&rsquo;s go!&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Overcoming the Odds: She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, now owns one of the most successful law firms in Georgia.

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/a134dc58-000c-42e6-b697-b44f00f6db2d/transcript

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 Robyn Donaldson.

Entrepreneur, Mentor, and Founder of Renew Construction Services & STEM Exposure

🔑 Episode Highlights 🔄 From Incarceration to Inspiration
Robyn shares her journey from a strict religious upbringing to incarceration due to drug-related activities.
Served 5 years in prison, where she earned two associate degrees and developed a passion for learning and leadership.

🧹 Building a Business from the Ground Up
Learned high-level cleaning skills in prison and at Hilton during work release.
Founded Renew Construction Services, which grew from cleaning trailers to major contracts like:

Tampa Convention Center
NFL Super Bowl & Kickoff
City of Tampa, Moffitt Cancer Center, USF

🏗️ Strategic Growth & Collaboration
Became a Home Depot distributor.
Uses collaboration to uplift smaller contractors and scale projects.
Emphasizes relationship-building and proactive planning over reactive bidding.

👩🏽‍🔬 STEM Exposure Nonprofit
Founded STEM Exposure to introduce Black girls to underrepresented STEM careers.
Offers local and global architecture and construction camps.
Operates in 10 countries and 4 time zones with a focus on AI, engineering, and design.

🏆 Recognition & Legacy
Honored with the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Embraces her past as part of her story, using it to inspire others.
Celebrates milestones like putting bills on autopay as symbols of stability and peace.

🌐 Websites
STEM Exposure: stemxposure.org (drop the “e” in “exposure”)
Renew Construction Services: renewconstructionservices.com

 

#SHMS #BEST #STRAW

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robyn Donaldson.
Entrepreneur, Mentor, and Founder of Renew Construction Services &amp; STEM Exposure
<hr>
🔑 Episode Highlights 🔄 From Incarceration to Inspiration
<ul>
<li>Robyn shares her journey from a strict religious upbringing to incarceration due to drug-related activities.</li>
<li>Served 5 years in prison, where she earned two associate degrees and developed a passion for learning and leadership.</li>
</ul>
🧹 Building a Business from the Ground Up
<ul>
<li>Learned high-level cleaning skills in prison and at Hilton during work release.</li>
<li>Founded Renew Construction Services, which grew from cleaning trailers to major contracts like:
<ul>
<li>Tampa Convention Center</li>
<li>NFL Super Bowl &amp; Kickoff</li>
<li>City of Tampa, Moffitt Cancer Center, USF</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
🏗️ Strategic Growth &amp; Collaboration
<ul>
<li>Became a Home Depot distributor.</li>
<li>Uses collaboration to uplift smaller contractors and scale projects.</li>
<li>Emphasizes relationship-building and proactive planning over reactive bidding.</li>
</ul>
👩🏽&zwj;🔬 STEM Exposure Nonprofit
<ul>
<li>Founded STEM Exposure to introduce Black girls to underrepresented STEM careers.</li>
<li>Offers local and global architecture and construction camps.</li>
<li>Operates in 10 countries and 4 time zones with a focus on AI, engineering, and design.</li>
</ul>
🏆 Recognition &amp; Legacy
<ul>
<li>Honored with the President&rsquo;s Lifetime Achievement Award.</li>
<li>Embraces her past as part of her story, using it to inspire others.</li>
<li>Celebrates milestones like putting bills on autopay as symbols of stability and peace.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🌐 Websites
<ul>
<li>STEM Exposure: stemxposure.org (drop the &ldquo;e&rdquo; in &ldquo;exposure&rdquo;)</li>
<li>Renew Construction Services: renewconstructionservices.com</li>
</ul>
<hr>
&nbsp;
#SHMS #BEST #STRAW

Overcoming the Odds: Learned high-level cleaning skills in prison and founded Renew Construction Services. 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/341eb62c-c1e1-49c3-80c0-b44d00891046/transcript

Owner of Schulson Collective Restaurant Group, Michael Schulson, talks being a restaurateur in COVID

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