Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mori Taheripour.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To explore Mori Taheripour’s journey as a globally recognized negotiation expert, her personal resilience, and the empowering message behind her book Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly. The interview also highlights her insights on authenticity, self-worth, and redefining negotiation as a daily life skill.

🧠 Key Takeaways 1. Professional Background

• Faculty member at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
• Holds degrees from Barnard College, Wharton, and a Diversity & Inclusion certificate from Cornell.
• Clients include Fortune 100 companies, major sports leagues, nonprofits, and government agencies.

2. Redefining Negotiation

• Negotiation is not just about conflict or business deals—it’s a daily life skill.
• We negotiate constantly: with ourselves, family, coworkers, and even in mundane decisions.
• The key to successful negotiation is knowing your value and bringing your authentic self.

3. Book: Bring Yourself

• Written to dispel myths about negotiation being aggressive or confrontational.
• Encourages readers to lead with empathy, curiosity, and authenticity.
• Highlights that anyone can be a good negotiator by honoring their values and self-worth.

4. Personal Resilience

• Mori shares her experience living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), which she kept private for years.
• She discusses how prioritizing health and self-care became essential.
• Her openness about MS in her book was cathartic and empowering, showing that chronic illness doesn’t define or limit success.

5. Diversity & Inclusion

• Mori’s early career focused on public health in underserved communities.
• Her work in diversity and inclusion stems from a desire to create equitable access, especially in healthcare.
• She emphasizes that inclusion is about recognizing and respecting individual value and lived experiences.

6. Emotional Intelligence in Teaching

• Mori’s classroom is a safe space where students are encouraged to be vulnerable.
• She values kindness, respect, and emotional connection as essential tools for learning and leadership.
• Her teaching style blends academic rigor with empathy and real-world application.

💬 Notable Quotes

• “We negotiate with ourselves all the time.”
• “You have to honor yourself—whatever that is.”
• “If you don’t understand your worth, you will never be a good negotiator.”
• “Bring Yourself is about showing up authentically, not what society expects you to be.”
• “Kindness and respect will get you further than anything else.”
• “Sometimes enough is perfect.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mori Taheripour.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To explore Mori Taheripour’s journey as a globally recognized negotiation expert, her personal resilience, and the empowering message behind her book Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly. The interview also highlights her insights on authenticity, self-worth, and redefining negotiation as a daily life skill.

🧠 Key Takeaways 1. Professional Background

• Faculty member at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
• Holds degrees from Barnard College, Wharton, and a Diversity & Inclusion certificate from Cornell.
• Clients include Fortune 100 companies, major sports leagues, nonprofits, and government agencies.

2. Redefining Negotiation

• Negotiation is not just about conflict or business deals—it’s a daily life skill.
• We negotiate constantly: with ourselves, family, coworkers, and even in mundane decisions.
• The key to successful negotiation is knowing your value and bringing your authentic self.

3. Book: Bring Yourself

• Written to dispel myths about negotiation being aggressive or confrontational.
• Encourages readers to lead with empathy, curiosity, and authenticity.
• Highlights that anyone can be a good negotiator by honoring their values and self-worth.

4. Personal Resilience

• Mori shares her experience living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), which she kept private for years.
• She discusses how prioritizing health and self-care became essential.
• Her openness about MS in her book was cathartic and empowering, showing that chronic illness doesn’t define or limit success.

5. Diversity & Inclusion

• Mori’s early career focused on public health in underserved communities.
• Her work in diversity and inclusion stems from a desire to create equitable access, especially in healthcare.
• She emphasizes that inclusion is about recognizing and respecting individual value and lived experiences.

6. Emotional Intelligence in Teaching

• Mori’s classroom is a safe space where students are encouraged to be vulnerable.
• She values kindness, respect, and emotional connection as essential tools for learning and leadership.
• Her teaching style blends academic rigor with empathy and real-world application.

💬 Notable Quotes

• “We negotiate with ourselves all the time.”
• “You have to honor yourself—whatever that is.”
• “If you don’t understand your worth, you will never be a good negotiator.”
• “Bring Yourself is about showing up authentically, not what society expects you to be.”
• “Kindness and respect will get you further than anything else.”
• “Sometimes enough is perfect.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin Lee, Sr.   

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

Highlight Justin Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multifaceted entrepreneur.
Inspire listeners—especially from underserved communities—to pursue financial literacy, real estate ownership, and entrepreneurship.
Share actionable insights on building wealth through real estate, construction, and strategic partnerships.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Overcoming Age Barriers in Real Estate

Justin entered real estate at 24 and embraced being the youngest in the room.
He used his youth and tech-savviness (e.g., TikTok, Instagram) to bring value to veteran professionals.

“I started to network more in rooms that had more experienced people… let me break some of this new millennial technology into your business.”

2. Education and Credentials

In three years, Justin became a licensed broker and earned a doctorate.
He emphasizes continuous learning and certifications as keys to growth.

“I also finished my doctorate degree, so I'm now Doctor Justin Lee.”

3. Social Media as a Business Tool

He leveraged platforms like TikTok (90K followers) to market real estate and educate clients.
He stresses that online presence must reflect professionalism.

“Some people look better online than in person for a reason… make your business look the same way online.”

4. Addressing Homeownership Gaps in Communities of Color

Justin discusses systemic barriers like lack of financial literacy and credit education.
He offers free resources like Motivational Mondays and a podcast to educate aspiring homeowners.

“Most of the time, our parents… would say, ‘Don’t use no credit card.’ Great advice, but kind of bad advice at the same time.”

5. Real Estate Syndication & Group Investing

He formed a private investment fund with fraternity brothers and family to buy properties collectively.
Focused on affordable markets like New Orleans East for high ROI.

“Let’s develop a fund… Now we own over 150 apartment complexes and units.”

6. Amazon DSP Partnership

Justin owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business with 42 trucks and 200+ employees.
He recommends minorities apply for the program, which offers a \$10K grant.

“They want someone who is willing to commit… not someone who has all this business experience.”

7. Construction Ventures

Inspired by his mother’s post-Katrina property acquisitions, Justin entered construction.
He now leads major commercial projects including schools, restaurants, and celebrity studios.

“We ended up building out a restaurant… 10,000 square foot… I love this. This is my passion.”

8. Family Legacy & Early Exposure

Raised in New Orleans by a single mother and grandparents, Justin learned property management as a child.
His mother’s real estate investments post-Katrina laid the foundation for his career.

“I knew how to write a lease at ten… file eviction at 12… manage property before high school.”

🗣️ Notable Quotes

“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail.”
“Let’s teach you to do it right. Let’s do it together.”
“Knowledge was power… the one thing nobody can take.”
“You learn a skill, you’ll eat forever.”

#BEST #STRAW #SHMS

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin Lee, Sr.   

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

Highlight Justin Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multifaceted entrepreneur.
Inspire listeners—especially from underserved communities—to pursue financial literacy, real estate ownership, and entrepreneurship.
Share actionable insights on building wealth through real estate, construction, and strategic partnerships.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Overcoming Age Barriers in Real Estate

Justin entered real estate at 24 and embraced being the youngest in the room.
He used his youth and tech-savviness (e.g., TikTok, Instagram) to bring value to veteran professionals.

“I started to network more in rooms that had more experienced people… let me break some of this new millennial technology into your business.”

2. Education and Credentials

In three years, Justin became a licensed broker and earned a doctorate.
He emphasizes continuous learning and certifications as keys to growth.

“I also finished my doctorate degree, so I'm now Doctor Justin Lee.”

3. Social Media as a Business Tool

He leveraged platforms like TikTok (90K followers) to market real estate and educate clients.
He stresses that online presence must reflect professionalism.

“Some people look better online than in person for a reason… make your business look the same way online.”

4. Addressing Homeownership Gaps in Communities of Color

Justin discusses systemic barriers like lack of financial literacy and credit education.
He offers free resources like Motivational Mondays and a podcast to educate aspiring homeowners.

“Most of the time, our parents… would say, ‘Don’t use no credit card.’ Great advice, but kind of bad advice at the same time.”

5. Real Estate Syndication & Group Investing

He formed a private investment fund with fraternity brothers and family to buy properties collectively.
Focused on affordable markets like New Orleans East for high ROI.

“Let’s develop a fund… Now we own over 150 apartment complexes and units.”

6. Amazon DSP Partnership

Justin owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business with 42 trucks and 200+ employees.
He recommends minorities apply for the program, which offers a \$10K grant.

“They want someone who is willing to commit… not someone who has all this business experience.”

7. Construction Ventures

Inspired by his mother’s post-Katrina property acquisitions, Justin entered construction.
He now leads major commercial projects including schools, restaurants, and celebrity studios.

“We ended up building out a restaurant… 10,000 square foot… I love this. This is my passion.”

8. Family Legacy & Early Exposure

Raised in New Orleans by a single mother and grandparents, Justin learned property management as a child.
His mother’s real estate investments post-Katrina laid the foundation for his career.

“I knew how to write a lease at ten… file eviction at 12… manage property before high school.”

🗣️ Notable Quotes

“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail.”
“Let’s teach you to do it right. Let’s do it together.”
“Knowledge was power… the one thing nobody can take.”
“You learn a skill, you’ll eat forever.”

#BEST #STRAW #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 Dr. Justin Lee, Sr.   

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

Highlight Justin Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multifaceted entrepreneur.
Inspire listeners—especially from underserved communities—to pursue financial literacy, real estate ownership, and entrepreneurship.
Share actionable insights on building wealth through real estate, construction, and strategic partnerships.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Overcoming Age Barriers in Real Estate

Justin entered real estate at 24 and embraced being the youngest in the room.
He used his youth and tech-savviness (e.g., TikTok, Instagram) to bring value to veteran professionals.

“I started to network more in rooms that had more experienced people… let me break some of this new millennial technology into your business.”

2. Education and Credentials

In three years, Justin became a licensed broker and earned a doctorate.
He emphasizes continuous learning and certifications as keys to growth.

“I also finished my doctorate degree, so I'm now Doctor Justin Lee.”

3. Social Media as a Business Tool

He leveraged platforms like TikTok (90K followers) to market real estate and educate clients.
He stresses that online presence must reflect professionalism.

“Some people look better online than in person for a reason… make your business look the same way online.”

4. Addressing Homeownership Gaps in Communities of Color

Justin discusses systemic barriers like lack of financial literacy and credit education.
He offers free resources like Motivational Mondays and a podcast to educate aspiring homeowners.

“Most of the time, our parents… would say, ‘Don’t use no credit card.’ Great advice, but kind of bad advice at the same time.”

5. Real Estate Syndication & Group Investing

He formed a private investment fund with fraternity brothers and family to buy properties collectively.
Focused on affordable markets like New Orleans East for high ROI.

“Let’s develop a fund… Now we own over 150 apartment complexes and units.”

6. Amazon DSP Partnership

Justin owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business with 42 trucks and 200+ employees.
He recommends minorities apply for the program, which offers a \$10K grant.

“They want someone who is willing to commit… not someone who has all this business experience.”

7. Construction Ventures

Inspired by his mother’s post-Katrina property acquisitions, Justin entered construction.
He now leads major commercial projects including schools, restaurants, and celebrity studios.

“We ended up building out a restaurant… 10,000 square foot… I love this. This is my passion.”

8. Family Legacy & Early Exposure

Raised in New Orleans by a single mother and grandparents, Justin learned property management as a child.
His mother’s real estate investments post-Katrina laid the foundation for his career.

“I knew how to write a lease at ten… file eviction at 12… manage property before high school.”

🗣️ Notable Quotes

“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail.”
“Let’s teach you to do it right. Let’s do it together.”
“Knowledge was power… the one thing nobody can take.”
“You learn a skill, you’ll eat forever.”

#BEST #STRAW #SHMS

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Monday, November 10th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Run That Prank Back - "God's Eyes Ministry" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Christmas Shopping For Junior's Wife | Sista O'Dell | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "NWA - N-Word Abolishers" | Strawberry Letter - "Keeping A Secret Always Backfires" Parts 1-2 | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | David Beckham Knighted | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing Remarks

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

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

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.