Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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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 Chef Marcus Samuelsson.

Interviewed centered around his book:

📘 The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food

Here are the key highlights:

🍽️ About the Book

• Purpose: To celebrate and document the legacy, creativity, and cultural impact of Black chefs in America.
• Structure: Divided into five chapters — Next, Remix, Migration, Legacy, Origin — each exploring different aspects of Black culinary history and innovation.
• Unique Feature: Includes profiles of 40 Black chefs and food storytellers, plus a directory of 200+ Black chefs and food writers with their Instagram handles — a first-of-its-kind resource.

🌍 Cultural and Historical Themes

• Black Culinary Legacy: From enslaved cooks to modern food innovators, the book traces the deep roots and wide influence of Black food culture.
• Diaspora Influence: African, Caribbean, and Southern U.S. flavors are explored, including dishes like plantains, oxtail pepper pot, and couscous with roasted figs.
• Food as Activism: Highlights figures like Georgia Gilmore and chefs who supported civil rights movements through food.

🍴 Mouthwatering Recipes Mentioned

• Coconut Fried Chicken
• Oxtail Pepper Pot with Dumplings
• Couscous with Roasted Figs
• Sweet Wild Berry Jam
• Hot Water Cornbread (Hoecakes)
• Gumbo à la Leah Chase (without a roux!)
• Shrimp & Grits with Piri Piri Sauce

💬 Conversation Highlights

• Rushion shares personal stories tied to food, family, and culture — from wild berry picking in Texas to his wife’s Belizean roots.
• Marcus emphasizes the importance of authorship and ownership in Black culinary contributions.
• They discuss the need for healthier eating, environmental awareness, and economic empowerment through food.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Cameka Smith.

Founder of The BOSS Network, from Money Making Conversations Masterclass:

Purpose of the Interview

The interview aimed to:

• Highlight The BOSS Network’s mission to empower women of color through entrepreneurship, career development, and community support.
• Share Dr. Smith’s personal journey from layoff to leadership, inspiring others to embrace entrepreneurship.
• Discuss strategies for business success, funding opportunities, and mentorship for Black female founders.

Key Takeaways

1. Origin of The BOSS Network

   • Founded in 2009 during the recession after Dr. Smith was laid off from Chicago Public Schools.
   • Initially started as local events in Chicago; now a digital community reaching 200,000 women nationwide.
   • Mission: Bringing Out Successful Sisters (BOSS)—promoting small business spirit and career growth.

2. Impact & Achievements

   • Invested in 100 Black female founders through grants.
   • Trained 50,000 women on business strategies.
   • Coached 10,000 women on starting businesses.
   • Created Boss Business University, offering mentorship and digital programs.

3. Pivot During COVID

   • Shifted from 35% event-based revenue to 75% digital.
   • Launched Boss Impact Fund and Invest in Progress Grant:
     • $10,000 grants + 4-year scholarships for recipients.
     • Combined funding, mentorship, and marketing support for sustainability.

4. Challenges & Mindset

   • Entrepreneurship requires planning, resilience, and community support.
   • Dr. Smith saved money before leaving her job and leveraged relationships for growth.
   • Quote: “Entrepreneurs will work 80 hours for themselves but don’t want to work 40 hours for someone else.”

5. Top 3 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make

   • Lack of research: Understand your industry, competitors, and market.
   • No revenue model: If you’re not making money, it’s a hobby, not a business.
   • Ignoring relationships: Networking and partnerships are key to success.

6. Unique Marketing & Partnerships

   • Dr. Smith built direct relationships with brands, bypassing agencies that offered “pennies on the dollar.”
   • Created a dual revenue model: B2B (corporate partnerships) + B2C (community engagement).

7. Core Philosophy

   • Motto: Believe, Plan, Win.
   • Quote: “Those that show up, go up.”
   • Success is rooted in faith, persistence, and leveraging community.

Notable Quotes

• “I was born to be an entrepreneur. My mother told me, until you become your own boss, you have to follow the rules.”
• “Less than 1% of Black women get VC funding—so we created our own fund.”
• “Relationships are your key to success. When social media goes away, your audience remains.”
• “If you have a business and you don’t have money, you’ve got a hobby.”
• “God will not birth anything inside of you that He will not give you the tools to deliver.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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