The Black Money Tree

2:44 The attractiveness of FranchisingTravel agent, hotel and hospitality background to sales manager4:30 What are the hottest franchise to get into for a "starter" investor? 6:57 One of the efficient way to get into business7:15 Follow the blueprint and not deviate. 9:12 The Franchise Player is a business10:44 The Retirement plan12:39 - 13:56 What is the Real on Racism in the Franchise Game?15:59-16:36 For someone getting started, here are great brands to consider! 21:49 Starting a business, here are tips to be more successful!

 13:39 "I don't like Lawyers, they charge too much money. Why do I need one around in my Business?"15:50 "Why are lawyers so complicated, can't I just do the deals myself?"18:50 "What is typical advice you give to budding entrepreneurs on LLC's?"21:17 "Do I have to pay a professional? Can I save that money?"27:00 "Do I need a trust?"31:00  "I understand my business and what makes it go. Does a lawyer really know the cost of me doing my business?" 

5:17 Building a good brand + How to you tap into the entertainment industry or find a solid go-to guy6:57 Identifying Opportunities10:00 Who Is Dessie Brown??11:04 Being An Early Adopter12:15 Social Media Rules18: 41 A Major Key in Marketing

3:24- What did my parents teach me about money?6:35 - There are 2 aspects to creating wealth - generate income then invest wisely!7:43 - As a young professor, I started a spinout company.8:25 - I sold my business after hearing Magic Johnson11:39 - Black lives have ALWAYS mattered at HBCU's14:40 Punching Above Your Weight17:52 - We produce great talent and should have state, corporate and alumni support 20:17 - Consistency is King in giving .23:10 - How does HBCU funding work?

Timestamps3:00 - Reading Rich Dad Poor Dad Got Us Going4:00:  Buying real estate before the ring6:10: From Passenger to Pilot: How to make the transition from single family to multi-family units 9:10 Starting out, is the "Leverage" model the one to choose11:23  Growing Pains and Digital change. How we've grown from 18 units to 826 units15:00  How do you find A GOOD DEAL?16:22-17:33  Do You Flip or Cash Flow? The Problem Child Vs Angel Child20:15 - All American Couple working: Married to the Business21:52  Get a Mentor! Find someone that's done what you want to do.  

Timestamps3:56: Living with grandparents on a fixed budget, made me an entrepreneur4:45: My Papa gave me my first investment5:45:One of the great things about learning having great customer service skills6:41: Grandma retired from the bank and7:09: You speak to everyone when you enter a room7:26: SAVE! I was taught at an early age to save early.11:45-12:10 I found my passion because it was a part of me12:16 Juicing is very essential- How to differentiate yourself from others15:28 How to scale your product and keep it fresh19:25 LAWYER UP! It’s the best thing I could have done for my small business20:37 I sold my home as a single mom and started my business22:14 As yourself funding your business its important to build relationships with banks28:39 Partnership has helped us to produce mass29:05- 29:51 Do your 9-5 until you can pay yourself a salary. Same 8 hours I give to a job to make their money, I give to myself to make my money.30:26 – What sacrifice do your kids see you making, to make it happen?

4:00 - Growing up "All Hip Hop"5:00 - What is "All Hip Hop"?9:00 - Joining forces: a moment of clarity for hip hop11:30 - Where is hip hop going in the Metaverse?14:53- Where is hip hop going?18:27 - Performing for Millions 20:50 - There's nothing stopping you from doing your own thing22:06 - Generational wealth and advice for new artists 24:29 - Educating your own self about money

5:17- As a landlord should you charge a deductible?7:55 - Multiply your revenue with rental properties and build systems8:20- Build a business, don’t just create a jobs10:44- Can talking or NOT talking to your tenants be more costly?12:34 - Choosing to build a brand on customer service 13:30 - The biggest advantage of a multi-family unit could be financing 15:55 - Single family VS multifamily 20:55 Extended stays, midterm rentals and Airbnb's are still a thing 21:50- Escaping to Houston, join us at the 20-year Summer Celebration!

3:49: Meet beauty expert - Kim Roxie PROM GONE WRONG: Kim Roxie on the disruption of the Beauty industry6:20: The Start - Sharpstown mall makings of a makeup empire7:20: How to launch a cosmetic line9:07-9:18:Starting from where you are9:45 - How to Choose a name for your beauty brand10:32 - I Fell in love with helping women feel good about themselves12:30 - There is a such thing as not knowing what you don't know. Ignorance can serve you well.15:45 - Launching the Lamik Beauty 2.0 Brand and being on the Home Shopping Network19:00- Black owned make-up lines are inclusive21:00 - Children in business23:20- Moving from brick and mortar to an online business