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Uplift: His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.

Family First: Became a teen father and took his son with him to college at Florida A&M University.

Michael Woodward.

A natural-born entrepreneur and community leader. 

🎙️ Guest Background: Michael Woodward

  • Grew up in Liberty City, Miami, in a low-income housing project known as the "Poke and Bean" projects.
  • Learned early business skills from his grandmother, who was the local "candy lady."
  • Served briefly in the military as a way out of poverty.
  • Became a teen father and took his son with him to college at Florida A&M University (FAMU).
  • Known for his hospitality and work ethic during college—cooked for friends and maintained a welcoming home.

🏠 Entrepreneurial Journey

  • Bought his first duplex at age 20, renovated it, and rented it out.
  • Built a real estate portfolio while working as an educator.
  • Founded Woodward Property Group, a full-service home improvement and property management company.
  • Became one of Lowe’s top contractors through a combination of skill, networking, and mentorship.

📚 Educational Impact

  • Worked as an assistant principal and educator for 20 years.
  • Founded Alpha Educational Consultants, Inc.
  • Took students on college tours, especially to HBCUs, to expose them to higher education opportunities.
  • Ran STEM programs and mentoring initiatives with a 99.9% college placement rate.

💡 Life Lessons & Advice

  • Emphasizes financial literacy: avoid unnecessary spending (e.g., new cars every year).
  • Advocates for education as a path to wealth.
  • Believes in the village mentality—community support and shared success.
  • Encourages young people to choose between college, military, or trade school.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Perseverance: She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, now runs a multi-million dollar law firm.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Tessie D. Edwards.

A family and criminal law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and themes from the episode:


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Early Life & Adversity

  • Tessie Edwards grew up in a challenging environment marked by poverty, teen pregnancy, and systemic injustice.
  • She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, and had her second child by 18.
  • Despite these challenges, she never lost sight of her dream to become a lawyer.

2. Turning Point

  • A pivotal moment came when someone told her that her daughter looked like her. That realization sparked a deep desire to become someone her daughter could look up to.

3. Relentless Pursuit of Education

  • Earned her GED, then an associate degree to qualify for military service.
  • After a brief stint in the military (cut short due to pregnancy and miscarriage), she pursued higher education.
  • Graduated from Indiana University with five children and went on to law school with her then-husband.

4. Professional Success

  • Now runs a multi-million dollar law firm in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Has handled over 2,000 criminal cases and is deeply committed to serving families in crisis.
  • Her firm has been serving the Atlanta community for over 15 years.

5. Support System

  • Credits her success to a strong support network: her husband (who co-runs the firm), her children, her brother, and her team.
  • Emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision.

6. Advice & Motivation

  • Be clear about your goals and stay focused.
  • Don’t wait for the “right time”—start now.
  • Believe in your dream even when others don’t.
  • Use adversity as fuel for your ambition.

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “I feel thankful but not satisfied.”
  • “My life was so divinely chosen… I was just given a dream and the courage to go after it.”
  • “Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go!”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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

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Uplift: His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard.

Founder of Jus' Free, a parole package provider. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. From Incarceration to Inspiration

  • Dominique Leonard was sentenced to life in prison for a non-aggravated robbery.
  • He discovered that “life” sentences can vary, and his was eligible for parole after 5.5 to 6 years.
  • He was denied parole initially, which led him to take control of his own legal journey.

2. Birth of “Jus' Free”

  • After being denied parole, Dominique created his own parole package with the help of his family.
  • He realized many inmates are unaware of how they are presented to the parole board.
  • This inspired him to found Jus' Free, a service that helps inmates humanize themselves through custom parole packages.

3. Faith, Family, and Redemption

  • Dominique credits his faith and family for his transformation.
  • He emphasizes that making a bad decision doesn’t make someone a bad person.
  • His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.

4. Entrepreneurial Journey

  • After release, he started with humble jobs and gradually built Just Free into a business.
  • He took a paralegal course to deepen his legal knowledge.
  • He began by contacting inmates directly and now boasts an 82% success rate in helping clients secure parole.

5. Impact and Legacy

  • Dominique’s work not only helps inmates but also supports their families.
  • His story is a reminder of the importance of empathy, support systems, and believing in redemption.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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

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Family First: Became a teen father and took his son with him to college at Florida A&M University.

Michael Woodward.

A natural-born entrepreneur and community leader. 

🎙️ Guest Background: Michael Woodward

  • Grew up in Liberty City, Miami, in a low-income housing project known as the "Poke and Bean" projects.
  • Learned early business skills from his grandmother, who was the local "candy lady."
  • Served briefly in the military as a way out of poverty.
  • Became a teen father and took his son with him to college at Florida A&M University (FAMU).
  • Known for his hospitality and work ethic during college—cooked for friends and maintained a welcoming home.

🏠 Entrepreneurial Journey

  • Bought his first duplex at age 20, renovated it, and rented it out.
  • Built a real estate portfolio while working as an educator.
  • Founded Woodward Property Group, a full-service home improvement and property management company.
  • Became one of Lowe’s top contractors through a combination of skill, networking, and mentorship.

📚 Educational Impact

  • Worked as an assistant principal and educator for 20 years.
  • Founded Alpha Educational Consultants, Inc.
  • Took students on college tours, especially to HBCUs, to expose them to higher education opportunities.
  • Ran STEM programs and mentoring initiatives with a 99.9% college placement rate.

💡 Life Lessons & Advice

  • Emphasizes financial literacy: avoid unnecessary spending (e.g., new cars every year).
  • Advocates for education as a path to wealth.
  • Believes in the village mentality—community support and shared success.
  • Encourages young people to choose between college, military, or trade school.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perseverance: She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, now runs a multi-million dollar law firm.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Tessie D. Edwards.

A family and criminal law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and themes from the episode:


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Early Life & Adversity

  • Tessie Edwards grew up in a challenging environment marked by poverty, teen pregnancy, and systemic injustice.
  • She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, and had her second child by 18.
  • Despite these challenges, she never lost sight of her dream to become a lawyer.

2. Turning Point

  • A pivotal moment came when someone told her that her daughter looked like her. That realization sparked a deep desire to become someone her daughter could look up to.

3. Relentless Pursuit of Education

  • Earned her GED, then an associate degree to qualify for military service.
  • After a brief stint in the military (cut short due to pregnancy and miscarriage), she pursued higher education.
  • Graduated from Indiana University with five children and went on to law school with her then-husband.

4. Professional Success

  • Now runs a multi-million dollar law firm in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Has handled over 2,000 criminal cases and is deeply committed to serving families in crisis.
  • Her firm has been serving the Atlanta community for over 15 years.

5. Support System

  • Credits her success to a strong support network: her husband (who co-runs the firm), her children, her brother, and her team.
  • Emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision.

6. Advice & Motivation

  • Be clear about your goals and stay focused.
  • Don’t wait for the “right time”—start now.
  • Believe in your dream even when others don’t.
  • Use adversity as fuel for your ambition.

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “I feel thankful but not satisfied.”
  • “My life was so divinely chosen… I was just given a dream and the courage to go after it.”
  • “Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go!”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uplift: His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard.

Founder of Jus' Free, a parole package provider. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. From Incarceration to Inspiration

  • Dominique Leonard was sentenced to life in prison for a non-aggravated robbery.
  • He discovered that “life” sentences can vary, and his was eligible for parole after 5.5 to 6 years.
  • He was denied parole initially, which led him to take control of his own legal journey.

2. Birth of “Jus' Free”

  • After being denied parole, Dominique created his own parole package with the help of his family.
  • He realized many inmates are unaware of how they are presented to the parole board.
  • This inspired him to found Jus' Free, a service that helps inmates humanize themselves through custom parole packages.

3. Faith, Family, and Redemption

  • Dominique credits his faith and family for his transformation.
  • He emphasizes that making a bad decision doesn’t make someone a bad person.
  • His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.

4. Entrepreneurial Journey

  • After release, he started with humble jobs and gradually built Just Free into a business.
  • He took a paralegal course to deepen his legal knowledge.
  • He began by contacting inmates directly and now boasts an 82% success rate in helping clients secure parole.

5. Impact and Legacy

  • Dominique’s work not only helps inmates but also supports their families.
  • His story is a reminder of the importance of empathy, support systems, and believing in redemption.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Family First: Became a teen father and took his son with him to college at Florida A&M University.

Michael Woodward.

A natural-born entrepreneur and community leader. 

🎙️ Guest Background: Michael Woodward

  • Grew up in Liberty City, Miami, in a low-income housing project known as the "Poke and Bean" projects.
  • Learned early business skills from his grandmother, who was the local "candy lady."
  • Served briefly in the military as a way out of poverty.
  • Became a teen father and took his son with him to college at Florida A&M University (FAMU).
  • Known for his hospitality and work ethic during college—cooked for friends and maintained a welcoming home.

🏠 Entrepreneurial Journey

  • Bought his first duplex at age 20, renovated it, and rented it out.
  • Built a real estate portfolio while working as an educator.
  • Founded Woodward Property Group, a full-service home improvement and property management company.
  • Became one of Lowe’s top contractors through a combination of skill, networking, and mentorship.

📚 Educational Impact

  • Worked as an assistant principal and educator for 20 years.
  • Founded Alpha Educational Consultants, Inc.
  • Took students on college tours, especially to HBCUs, to expose them to higher education opportunities.
  • Ran STEM programs and mentoring initiatives with a 99.9% college placement rate.

💡 Life Lessons & Advice

  • Emphasizes financial literacy: avoid unnecessary spending (e.g., new cars every year).
  • Advocates for education as a path to wealth.
  • Believes in the village mentality—community support and shared success.
  • Encourages young people to choose between college, military, or trade school.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perseverance: She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, now runs a multi-million dollar law firm.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Tessie D. Edwards.

A family and criminal law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and themes from the episode:


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Early Life & Adversity

  • Tessie Edwards grew up in a challenging environment marked by poverty, teen pregnancy, and systemic injustice.
  • She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, and had her second child by 18.
  • Despite these challenges, she never lost sight of her dream to become a lawyer.

2. Turning Point

  • A pivotal moment came when someone told her that her daughter looked like her. That realization sparked a deep desire to become someone her daughter could look up to.

3. Relentless Pursuit of Education

  • Earned her GED, then an associate degree to qualify for military service.
  • After a brief stint in the military (cut short due to pregnancy and miscarriage), she pursued higher education.
  • Graduated from Indiana University with five children and went on to law school with her then-husband.

4. Professional Success

  • Now runs a multi-million dollar law firm in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Has handled over 2,000 criminal cases and is deeply committed to serving families in crisis.
  • Her firm has been serving the Atlanta community for over 15 years.

5. Support System

  • Credits her success to a strong support network: her husband (who co-runs the firm), her children, her brother, and her team.
  • Emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision.

6. Advice & Motivation

  • Be clear about your goals and stay focused.
  • Don’t wait for the “right time”—start now.
  • Believe in your dream even when others don’t.
  • Use adversity as fuel for your ambition.

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “I feel thankful but not satisfied.”
  • “My life was so divinely chosen… I was just given a dream and the courage to go after it.”
  • “Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go!”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brand Building: She helps individuals and organizations reach their goals through structured, science-based coaching.

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

  • Master Certified Executive Coach
  • Organizational Psychologist
  • Founder of Personality Matters, a multimillion-dollar consulting firm

🌟 Key Themes 1. What Is a Master Certified Executive Coach?

  • Dr. Collier is credentialed by the International Coach Federation and trained in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).
  • She helps individuals and organizations reach their goals through structured, science-based coaching.

2. Organizational Psychology

  • Focuses on aligning people, processes, and technology for optimal performance.
  • Uses diagnostics and gap analysis to tailor strategies for individuals and companies.

3. The Science of Connection

  • Emphasizes the importance of relationships and emotional intelligence.
  • Promotes the idea of “never walk alone” — building a supportive network is key to success.

4. Rise Framework

  • Relational
  • Interpersonal
  • Social
  • Emotional
    Used to help individuals and teams grow holistically.

5. Challenges in the Workplace

  • Dr. Collier addresses modern workplace stress, technology overload, and the need for intentionality.
  • Encourages people to take control of their mindset and routines (e.g., ditch the snooze button!).

6. Black Women in the Workplace

  • Acknowledges systemic barriers but focuses on solutions and building strong support systems.
  • Advocates for certification and professional development to access higher-level opportunities.

💬 Notable Quotes

  • “Success is less about speed and more about direction.”
  • “If someone knocks you down, it’s their fault. If you stay down, it’s yours.”
  • “Your personality will take you into any room.”

🏢 About Her Company: Personality Matters

  • Specializes in helping organizations and individuals improve performance through behavioral science.
  • Ranked #9 on the University of Georgia’s Bulldog 100 list of fastest-growing businesses.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI

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