Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, Thomas Barnes. A product of the APS(Atlanta Public Schools), attended Morehouse College, and has a degree in Management from GSU(Ga State) with an emphasis in CIS(Information Systems). Thomas owns Experimax, a complete retail computer store that specializes in sales, service, and support of all things Apple. Welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class, Thomas Barnes.

We also offer the same services in the Windows and Samsung world, but Apple is our core business. In addition to the services offered to our walk-in customers daily, we can provide IT consulting and engagement for schools, churches, and businesses at large, particularly small businesses or organizations that do not have a dedicated IT resource or staff. We can also help to better utilize your IT budget or funding by working together to identify your your business and computer needs to see how we can assist in future procurement and hardware refresh efforts.

Talking Points/Questions *
1) Who is Thomas Barnes

2) Tell us a little bit about Experimax

3) How did you come to work in the IT industry ad now a business owner of Experimax?

4) How has my past life/work experience contributed to my becoming a business owner?

5) Why Experimax, why a franchise?

6) How can you and your team at Experimax serve the local community and the Atlanta/Sandy Springs community at large?

7) What has the journey been like on this road of entrepreneurship?

8) Who and/or what motivated you to start your own business?

9) Any suggestions to those considering pursuing their dreams and business ownership?

10) Plans for the future?

#AMI

#BEST

#STRAW

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She empowers businesses and individuals to succeed by offering strategic financial strategies, expert guidance, and tailored business solutions. As a dedicated Financial Professional, she is committed to empowering individuals through comprehensive financial education. Laura Finney has over 8 years of experience in the financial services industry. An expert in delivering personalized financial literacy programs, workshops, and one-on-one consultations, She helps clients achieve financial stability and success. She is passionate about assisting individuals in reaching both their short-term and long-term financial goals.

1. What inspired you to become a financial coach and financial literacy educator?
   2. What are the most common financial challenges you see people in their 30s and 40s facing, and how do you advise overcoming them?
   3. Can you share some basic budgeting tips for individuals and families who want to get better control of their finances?
   4. What strategies do you recommend for people just starting to save for long-term goals like buying a house or retirement?
   5. How can someone improve their financial literacy, and why is it important?
   6. What are some misconceptions about money management that you frequently encounter, and how do you address them?
   7. What role does emotional intelligence play in financial decision-making, and how can individuals manage their financial behaviors better?
   8. How should someone approach investing if they're new to it and have limited funds?
   9. What advice do you have for balancing paying off debt with saving for future goals?
   10. Can you share a success story of a client who transformed their financial situation with your guidance?

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Lisa Hankins. “As an author and mentor, I’m dedicated to helping people find their true purpose and navigate life’s transitions with faith and resilience. My book, Beyond the Chair, combines practical advice with spiritual insights to inspire readers to move beyond their current roles and confidently embrace their calling.”

Talking Points:

1. Inspiration Behind the Book:
   • Discussed the personal experiences and stories that inspired you to write Beyond the Chair.
   • Highlight how the book addresses the transitions that professionals, especially in the beauty industry, face when seeking a new purpose or leadership role.
   2. Themes of Faith and Resilience:
   • Explore the book’s focus on how faith and resilience play a crucial role in overcoming life’s challenges and transitions.
   • Share specific examples from the book that illustrate these themes.
   3. Target Audience:
   • Explain who the book is for—not just beauty professionals, but anyone looking to move beyond their current role and discover their true calling.
   • Emphasize how the book’s lessons are applicable across various industries.
   4. Practical Guidance and Spiritual Insights:
   • Highlight the practical advice and spiritual insights you offer in the book, and how they can help readers navigate their own life transitions.
   • Mention any unique tools, exercises, or reflections included in the book to guide readers on their journey.
   5. Your Personal Journey:
   • Share your own journey of moving beyond your role in the beauty industry and how that experience shaped the content of the book.
   • Discuss how your story can serve as an inspiration for others facing similar transitions.
   6. Impact and Legacy:
   • Talk about the impact you hope Beyond the Chair will have on readers and what you want them to take away from it. #STRAW, #SHMS, #AMI, #BEST

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Dear Steve and Shirley, I'm married to a big baby that acts like he can't do anything without me. I even went on his last job interview and sat in the lobby for moral support. I never liked a whimpy man, and he hasn't always been like this. He lost his confidence when he started having problems with the erectile dysfunction. It took away his swagger and ruined our sex life. I adjusted and never blamed him or made jokes about it. He used to drink a lot, and that's why he couldn't have sex with me. Over time, it became the norm. So now that we're not having sex, I tend to treat him like he's just a roommate.......................................

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Travis May, Sr. and Alair Castro from Northwestern Mutal, one is a financial advisor and the other is a Diversity & Inclusion Specialist discuss how Black Entrepreneurship bridges racial wealth gap. The racial wealth gap refers to the disparity in assets of typical households across race and ethnicity. The gap in assets is far wider than disparities in wages across races. Income inequality, housing policies, limited educational opportunities, and a lack of support structures contribute to the racial wealth gap.

Talking Points
- Can you provide an overview of the Community Conversations initiative and its purpose?
- This is the third Community Conversation you’re hosting—what impact have the previous two events had so far?
- Travis joined the firm as a result of the first conversation. How did that connection come about, and how has his journey exemplified the goals of these conversations?
- In what ways do you feel these events are making an intentional and impactful difference in the Black community?
- How does Community Conversations help identify individuals who align with the firm’s vision and goals?
- What makes these events unique in fostering relationships and opportunities within the Black community?
- Northwestern Mutual is a financial partner that offers personalized plans, top-rated services and life insurance.
- What inspired Northwestern Mutual’s Callaway Black office to focus this year’s panel series on Black entrepreneurship as a solution to bridging the racial wealth gap?
- Why do you believe entrepreneurship plays a pivotal role in narrowing the racial wealth gap, specifically for Black communities?
- What unique challenges do Black entrepreneurs face in starting and scaling businesses compared to other demographics?
- How have historical barriers, such as limited access to capital and systemic racism, impacted Black entrepreneurship, and what changes are being seen today?
- How important are mentorship and financial literacy in supporting Black entrepreneurs and future generations of business owners?
- What resources or programs do you believe are most effective in helping Black entrepreneurs succeed in today's business landscape?
- How can financial institutions, such as Northwestern Mutual, support Black entrepreneurs in accessing the funding and resources they need to grow?
- What role do community-based organizations and initiatives play in empowering Black entrepreneurs and addressing wealth disparities?
- Can you share any success stories of Black entrepreneurs who have directly benefited from your efforts or the broader financial ecosystem in Atlanta?
- How can the success of Black-owned businesses help inspire and empower younger generations in closing the wealth gap?
- In your view, what are the most effective strategies for ensuring that Black entrepreneurship leads to long-term wealth building within families and communities?
- Looking forward, what do you hope to see in terms of Black entrepreneurship and wealth-building in the next decade?
- How can the community come together to support Black entrepreneurs and ensure that their efforts are sustainable and impactful?

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

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Dear Steve and Shirley, I'm fifty three and I've been married twenty two years. I've been struggling with my husband's two female friends for twenty five years, since the day I met him. We met at an alumni ball and they were his dates. They had to approve of me before we got serious with each other. My husband's two female friends live next door to each other. Their husbands accepted my husband as their wives bonus husband. I never liked it, but I never said anything about it. Many nights, for many years, my husband has been partying over at one of their houses.........................................

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