The Steve Harvey Morning Show1 Jan 2025

Keep Winning Info #4 - Tips on How to be a successful business owner.

In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class.

Here’s a summary and breakdown of Rushion McDonald’s solo episode on Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

🎯 Purpose of the Episode

Rushion McDonald uses this episode to:

Share his personal journey and lessons learned as a business owner.
Offer practical advice to aspiring entrepreneurs.
Reflect on common mistakes in business and how to avoid them.
Encourage listeners to take ownership of their entrepreneurial path.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Start with a Plan and a Budget

Many entrepreneurs fail because they start businesses without a budget or plan.
Budgeting must happen before launching, not after.

“You can't open a business and then try to set a budget… now you're playing catch up.”

2. Avoid Hiring Based on Familiarity

Hiring friends or family without proper qualifications leads to inefficiency and conflict.
Employees should be hired based on merit, not emotional ties.

“Do not hire inexperienced employees because they are cheaper.”
“Do not hire friends… it’s burnt me.”

3. Time Commitment is Crucial

Entrepreneurs must be fully committed to their business.
Rushion wakes up at 4:30 AM to work, emphasizing discipline and consistency.

“Do you have time for your business?”
“I get up at 4:30, Monday to Friday. That’s work.”

4. Consistency Builds Trust

Inconsistent operations (e.g., opening late, changing menus) erode customer trust.
Businesses must maintain standards to retain loyalty.

“If Target’s sign was off on Thursday, Friday, Saturday… you’d think they were out of business.”

5. Learn from Mistakes

Rushion shares his experience running a successful but financially mismanaged comedy club.
Despite popularity, lack of planning and poor partnerships led to failure.

“Hip Hop Comedy Stop… lines out the door… made no money.”

6. Use Free Resources

He recommends the Small Business Administration (SBA) and SCORE for budgeting and mentorship.
These organizations offer free guidance and support.

“Do not step out there dreaming without planning… SBA and SCORE are free.”

7. Location and Logistics Matter

Parking and accessibility are often overlooked but critical to customer experience.
His comedy club suffered due to lack of parking and rising insurance costs.

“I had no parking… bad things start happening.”

🗣️ Notable Quotes

“You can't look at $10 as a real $10.”
“You cannot win like that… running a business based on friendship, no budget, family, and a partner I didn’t know.”
“Only you look in the mirror and make a decision that benefits you, your family, and your future.”
“Dreaming without planning will slap you in the face and wake you up into a nightmare.”

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

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