Entrepreneur: Attorney Jalene Mack discusses ten tips on developing your business.

Entrepreneur: Attorney Jalene Mack discusses ten tips on developing your business.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Attorney Jalene Mack

Widely known as “America’s Favorite Entertainment Attorney.” The episode focuses on protecting creative and business assets, avoiding scams, and building a solid foundation for success in the entertainment industry and beyond.

🎯 Key Themes & Takeaways 🔹 The Lure of the Bad Deal

  • Jalene warns about scammers posing as producers or financiers in the entertainment industry.
  • These individuals often:
    • Claim to have access to major networks or funding.
    • Ask creators to sign away rights or pay deposits under false pretenses.
    • Lack a verifiable digital footprint (e.g., no IMDb, LinkedIn, or credible references).
  • Rashawn emphasizes the danger of the “lottery mentality” — believing one deal will change everything.

🛡️ Legal Red Flags

  • Never assign your copyright without legal review.
  • Be cautious of contracts that require you to relinquish ownership or control.
  • Escrow accounts can be manipulated if you don’t control the signature authority.
  • Always verify the legitimacy of a deal and the people behind it.

🧠 Jalene Mack’s Top 10 Business Development Tips

  1. Identify Your Project

    • Know what you’re creating (film, TV, product, etc.).
    • Define the scope and format clearly.
  2. Make Sure You Have a Plan

    • Create a business and finance plan.
    • Know where your funding will come from and how it will be used.
  3. Form a Team

    • Surround yourself with experts (lawyers, accountants, producers).
    • Avoid “yes people” — you need honest feedback.
  4. Prepare a Budget

    • Hire a line producer or financial expert.
    • Account for everything: cast, crew, locations, marketing, etc.
  5. Form a Business Entity

    • Establish an LLC or corporation to protect your personal assets.
  6. Get an EIN (Employer Identification Number)

    • Required for tax and banking purposes.
  7. Open a Business Bank Account

    • Keep personal and business finances separate.
  8. Protect Your Assets

    • Register copyrights and trademarks.
    • Use NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) to safeguard ideas.
  9. Contracts

    • Always put agreements in writing.
    • Hire an attorney experienced in your specific industry (e.g., film, music, TV).
  10. Marketing

    • Don’t assume people will show up just because your product is good.
    • Build a brand and promote it strategically.

📚 Jalene’s Book

  • Title: The Business of Stage Screen and In Between
  • A practical guide for performers, playwrights, filmmakers, and entrepreneurs.

🗣️ Final Thoughts

  • Rushion praises Jalene’s decades-long expertise and her role in protecting creatives.
  • Jalene encourages listeners to invest in legal protection and business planning to avoid costly mistakes.

#AMI

#BEST

#STRAW

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jaksot(3931)

Haitian Bridge Alliance, 8.5 Inches, Brett Favre Parkinson's, Body Count and more.

Haitian Bridge Alliance, 8.5 Inches, Brett Favre Parkinson's, Body Count and more.

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Syys 20241h 27min

Financial Motivator (s):  Techniques on bridging the wealth gap and fostering financial empowerment.

Financial Motivator (s): Techniques on bridging the wealth gap and fostering financial empowerment.

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer, Rushion McDonald interviewed George Acheampong and Carter Cofield. They own Melanin Money, which aims to empower the Black community through financial literacy and wealth-building. They have been recognized for their innovative approach to bridging the wealth gap and fostering a culture of financial empowerment. Melanin Money has implemented the challenges they have had to overcome, as well as their advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.   The interview would cover topics such as: - The inspiration behind founding Melanin Money - Key milestones and achievements in your journey - Strategies for promoting financial literacy within the Black community - Personal stories of success and overcoming obstacles Future goals and projects for Melanin Money #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Syys 202423min

Michael Jordan Health, Kamala Montana, 877-29-STEVE, Panda Bears and more.

Michael Jordan Health, Kamala Montana, 877-29-STEVE, Panda Bears and more.

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Syys 20241h 27min

Making A Difference: She discusses how companies can adapt and thrive in uncertain environments.

Making A Difference: She discusses how companies can adapt and thrive in uncertain environments.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Rebecca Homkes. She is a high-growth strategy specialist, best-selling author, executive adviser, and Consultant. ✅ Summary of Rebecca Homkes Interview on Money Making Conversations Master ClassPurpose of the Interview The interview aimed to: Share Rebecca Homkes’ expertise in business strategy and leadership. Discuss how companies can adapt and thrive in uncertain environments. Provide actionable insights for entrepreneurs and executives on decision-making and growth. Highlight Rebecca’s work as a strategic advisor and author, focusing on resilience and agility. Key Takeaways Leading Through Uncertainty Businesses must embrace flexibility and speed in decision-making. Quote: “Uncertainty is not an excuse for inaction—it’s a call for adaptability.” Strategic Agility Success requires continuous learning and rapid response to market changes. Quote: “Strategy today is less about prediction and more about preparation.” Empowering Leadership Leaders should communicate clearly, empower teams, and foster trust. Quote: “Your people need clarity, not certainty.” Practical Frameworks Rebecca shared frameworks for prioritizing actions and allocating resources during volatile times. Emphasis on data-driven decisions combined with human judgment. Advice for Entrepreneurs Focus on core strengths, build resilient systems, and stay close to customers. Quote: “Resilience is built before the storm, not during it.” Notable Quotes “Uncertainty is not an excuse for inaction—it’s a call for adaptability.” “Your people need clarity, not certainty.” “Resilience is built before the storm, not during it.” #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Syys 202425min

Janet Jackson Comments, Sister O'dell, Carla Sista Strut, Mark Robinson NC and more.

Janet Jackson Comments, Sister O'dell, Carla Sista Strut, Mark Robinson NC and more.

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Syys 20241h 26min

Follow Your Passion: WellWithAll invests 20% of profits in the fight for health equity in Black, and Brown communities.

Follow Your Passion: WellWithAll invests 20% of profits in the fight for health equity in Black, and Brown communities.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Demond Martin.  He founded WellWithAll, a Black-owned, purpose-led health + wellness brand.  Their mission is to improve wellbeing for all of us to achieve generational wellness. We invest 20% of our profits in the fight for health equity in Black, Brown, and underserved communities.   1.    Origin Story: What was the spark that drove you + your co-founder to start WellWithAll?According to Pfizer, Black people are at a higher risk for heart disease, stroke, cancer, asthma, and diabetes compared to their white counterparts. But that is not all. Based on research recorded by Psychiatry, Black people with any mental illness have lower rates of obtaining mental health services, including prescription medications and outpatient services, compared to white men and women. Demond Martin, Co-Founder + CEOAn investor and philanthropist, Demond was a senior partner at Adage Capital Management where he invested in the consumer sector for 22 years. A graduate of Harvard Business School and former assistant to President Clinton’s White House Chief of Staff, Demond has served as a trustee on a number of non-profit boards including the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, the Grammy Global Venture Board, and the Obama Foundation. We encourage + support our customers on their wellness journey while inspiring us all to do good in our communities and in our lives. Talking Points/Questions * 1. Origin Story: What was the spark that drove you + your co-founder to start WellWithAll?  2. Product/Solutions: What are solutions/products that WellWithAll offers to solve for better wellbeing? **Demond to share how our product, content, community are here to help put more life into years (pursue our joy/living well), especially for Black and Brown consumers who have been underserved or overlooked in the wellness space overall. 3. What does generational wellness mean to you? **Dialogue between Demond and Rushion and their respective points of view. 4. Conscious Capitalism/Biz Model: WellWithAll doesn't just sell quality products, it also has a passion and purpose. Can you share more about your innovative business model to build heath equity for driving positive social impact and change? #STRAW #BEST #SHMS  Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Syys 202427min

Kamala and Oprah, Sean Combs, Roscoe Wallace, SI 50 and more.

Kamala and Oprah, Sean Combs, Roscoe Wallace, SI 50 and more.

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Syys 20241h 27min

Sarah Huckabee Sanders, 877-29-STEVE, Cheddar Biscuits, steveharveyfm.com and more.

Sarah Huckabee Sanders, 877-29-STEVE, Cheddar Biscuits, steveharveyfm.com and more.

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Syys 20241h 26min

Suosittua kategoriassa Komedia

nikotellen
tuplakaak
anni-jaajo
antin-matka
olipa-kerran-otsikko
ihan-oikeesti
antin-palautepalvelu
rss-saarinen-shoy
antin-elokuvakerho
puurojengi
rss-nikotellen
rss-kaheli
kasper-ja-mikko-suomen-suosituin-podcast
rss-tuhannes-podcast
everypodi
rss-napy
mysteeripodcast
radio-novan-aamun-iltapalat
ela-viitti
naakkavalta