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

A financial educator and author, shares his journey from working as a bank teller to becoming a leading financial expert. He discusses financial literacy, wealth-building strategies, and the mindset needed for financial success.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Career Growth & Financial Education

   • Started as a bank teller at 19 and worked his way up to private banker and credit union CEO.
   • Transitioned into financial education, writing books, and speaking at events to empower communities.

2. Financial Literacy & Wealth Building

   • Emphasizes the importance of understanding banking, taxes, and financial tools.
   • Encourages people to shift their mindset from fear to knowledge when managing money.

3. Overcoming Financial Struggles

   • Shares personal experiences of financial setbacks and how he rebuilt his wealth.
   • Discusses how negative financial experiences can shape people’s perceptions and behaviors.

4. Mindset & Success Principles

   • Advocates for surrounding oneself with mentors and positive influences.
   • Encourages listeners to focus on their own financial journey rather than comparing themselves to others.

5. Financial Coaching & Community Impact

   • Talks about his work in prisons, churches, and community organizations to teach financial literacy.
   • Highlights the importance of mentorship and education in breaking financial barriers.

📘 About Ash Cash
Ash Cash is a financial educator, author, and speaker known for his culturally responsive approach to teaching financial literacy. He has written multiple best-selling books and is dedicated to helping individuals achieve financial independence.

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

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

She is the founder of Scholar Ready, whose mission is to help students excel in standardized testing and scholarship applications.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. The Inspiration Behind Scholar Ready

   • Ledwith founded Scholar Ready after realizing many students struggled with scholarships due to weak essay-writing skills.
   • She personally secured scholarships to fund her college education, graduating with minimal student debt.

2. The Importance of Standardized Test Preparation

   • Scholar Ready helps students prepare for PSAT, SAT, and ACT exams to unlock scholarship opportunities.
   • Ledwith emphasized that test scores are crucial for college admissions and financial aid.

3. Overcoming Barriers to Higher Education

   • Many students fear essay writing and test-taking, limiting their scholarship potential.
   • Ledwith’s program provides personalized tutoring to build confidence and improve scores.

4. Scholarship Application Strategies

   • Students must research scholarship providers and tailor their essays accordingly.
   • She advises applicants to highlight unique qualities beyond grades and test scores.

5. Encouraging Persistence & Resilience

   • Ledwith stresses that rejection is part of the scholarship process and should not discourage students.
   • She encourages students to apply widely and refine their applications based on feedback.

📘 About Jennifer Ledwith
Jennifer Ledwith is an education entrepreneur dedicated to helping students succeed in college admissions and scholarship applications. Through Scholar Ready, she provides tutoring and workshops to improve test scores and essay-writing skills, ensuring students have the financial resources to pursue higher education.

 #BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

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

A financial educator and author, shares his journey from working as a bank teller to becoming a leading financial expert. He discusses financial literacy, wealth-building strategies, and the mindset needed for financial success.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Career Growth & Financial Education

   • Started as a bank teller at 19 and worked his way up to private banker and credit union CEO.
   • Transitioned into financial education, writing books, and speaking at events to empower communities.

2. Financial Literacy & Wealth Building

   • Emphasizes the importance of understanding banking, taxes, and financial tools.
   • Encourages people to shift their mindset from fear to knowledge when managing money.

3. Overcoming Financial Struggles

   • Shares personal experiences of financial setbacks and how he rebuilt his wealth.
   • Discusses how negative financial experiences can shape people’s perceptions and behaviors.

4. Mindset & Success Principles

   • Advocates for surrounding oneself with mentors and positive influences.
   • Encourages listeners to focus on their own financial journey rather than comparing themselves to others.

5. Financial Coaching & Community Impact

   • Talks about his work in prisons, churches, and community organizations to teach financial literacy.
   • Highlights the importance of mentorship and education in breaking financial barriers.

📘 About Ash Cash
Ash Cash is a financial educator, author, and speaker known for his culturally responsive approach to teaching financial literacy. He has written multiple best-selling books and is dedicated to helping individuals achieve financial independence.

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

She is the founder of Scholar Ready, whose mission is to help students excel in standardized testing and scholarship applications.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. The Inspiration Behind Scholar Ready

   • Ledwith founded Scholar Ready after realizing many students struggled with scholarships due to weak essay-writing skills.
   • She personally secured scholarships to fund her college education, graduating with minimal student debt.

2. The Importance of Standardized Test Preparation

   • Scholar Ready helps students prepare for PSAT, SAT, and ACT exams to unlock scholarship opportunities.
   • Ledwith emphasized that test scores are crucial for college admissions and financial aid.

3. Overcoming Barriers to Higher Education

   • Many students fear essay writing and test-taking, limiting their scholarship potential.
   • Ledwith’s program provides personalized tutoring to build confidence and improve scores.

4. Scholarship Application Strategies

   • Students must research scholarship providers and tailor their essays accordingly.
   • She advises applicants to highlight unique qualities beyond grades and test scores.

5. Encouraging Persistence & Resilience

   • Ledwith stresses that rejection is part of the scholarship process and should not discourage students.
   • She encourages students to apply widely and refine their applications based on feedback.

📘 About Jennifer Ledwith
Jennifer Ledwith is an education entrepreneur dedicated to helping students succeed in college admissions and scholarship applications. Through Scholar Ready, she provides tutoring and workshops to improve test scores and essay-writing skills, ensuring students have the financial resources to pursue higher education.

 #BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

A financial educator and author, shares his journey from working as a bank teller to becoming a leading financial expert. He discusses financial literacy, wealth-building strategies, and the mindset needed for financial success.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Career Growth & Financial Education

   • Started as a bank teller at 19 and worked his way up to private banker and credit union CEO.
   • Transitioned into financial education, writing books, and speaking at events to empower communities.

2. Financial Literacy & Wealth Building

   • Emphasizes the importance of understanding banking, taxes, and financial tools.
   • Encourages people to shift their mindset from fear to knowledge when managing money.

3. Overcoming Financial Struggles

   • Shares personal experiences of financial setbacks and how he rebuilt his wealth.
   • Discusses how negative financial experiences can shape people’s perceptions and behaviors.

4. Mindset & Success Principles

   • Advocates for surrounding oneself with mentors and positive influences.
   • Encourages listeners to focus on their own financial journey rather than comparing themselves to others.

5. Financial Coaching & Community Impact

   • Talks about his work in prisons, churches, and community organizations to teach financial literacy.
   • Highlights the importance of mentorship and education in breaking financial barriers.

📘 About Ash Cash
Ash Cash is a financial educator, author, and speaker known for his culturally responsive approach to teaching financial literacy. He has written multiple best-selling books and is dedicated to helping individuals achieve financial independence.

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Friday, December 12th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Surrogate Mother" | Ask The CLO | What Workers Look Forward to Over the Holidays | Last Date to Break Before the Holidays| Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Diva Lounge" | Strawberry Letter - "So What I Burned a Few Things" Parts 1-2 | Who Are You Gonna Regret Inviting Over for the Holidays | Social Media Advice | Eat Out or Shopping | Would You Rather | Closing Remarks

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