The MillionaireByMorning‘s Podcast

Protect Your Assets, Protect Your Family | Matt McCann on Long-Term Care

Matt shares his inspiring journey from a successful radio career in major markets like Chicago, San Antonio, Lexington, and Des Moines to becoming a trusted expert in long-term care insurance after his mother needed care at just 59 years old. That personal experience changed the direction of his life and mission. For more than 30 years, Matt has helped individuals and families across the United States prepare for the financial and emotional realities of aging. In this episode, he breaks down: ✅ Why long-term care planning is critical for building and protecting wealth ✅ How to preserve income and assets in retirement ✅ The biggest mistakes people make when planning for aging ✅ The emotional and financial impact of caregiving on families ✅ Strategies to access quality care without destroying your legacy ✅ Why early planning creates peace of mind and financial freedom Matt also discusses his role as Founder and CEO of LTC News, a leading platform providing news, resources, and education on aging, caregiving, health, and retirement. Known for his clear, straightforward style, Matt simplifies complex topics and connects financial security with real-life caregiving and health challenges. His insights have been featured in national media and shared at conferences and workshops across the country. If you want to build wealth, protect your future, and prepare for the realities of life, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 👉 Subscribe to Millionaire By Morning for more conversations that help you grow, protect, and multiply your wealth.

Building Brands That Win: Jaci Russo on Strategy, Storytelling & Business Growth

In this powerful episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Jaci Russo, P.C.M., respected brand strategist, published author, speaker, and the dynamic CEO & Co-Founder of brandRUSSO — to unpack the art and science of building brands that stand the test of time. With a career that launched at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) in Los Angeles, Jaci transformed her passion for storytelling into a thriving career helping businesses craft compelling brand strategies. Over the last 20+ years, she has guided B2B companies in professional services and manufacturing to clarify their brand voice, sharpen their positioning, and drive sustainable growth. As the creator of Brand State U, an innovative branding education platform, and co-host of the He Said, She Said, Razor Branding Podcast, Jaci brings unmatched insight into marketing, leadership, and brand development. In this episode, we discuss: ✔️ How powerful storytelling builds profitable brands ✔️ The biggest branding mistakes entrepreneurs make ✔️ How to position your brand for authority & growth ✔️ Lessons from working with elite brands and executives ✔️ How to scale with strategy, not guesswork Whether you're an entrepreneur, CEO, marketing professional, or business owner, this conversation delivers practical branding strategies you can apply immediately. 🎯 About Our Guest: Jaci Russo, P.C.M. is the CEO and co-founder of brandRUSSO, a strategic branding agency founded in 2001. Alongside her husband and business partner Michael Russo, she leads a firm dedicated to inspiring consumer behavior by changing the brand conversation. A civic leader, mentor, and community advocate, Jaci believes in making a lasting impact both in business and beyond.

How AI Is Transforming Business Growth | Len Ward, Founder of Commexis

In this powerful episode of Millionaire By Morning, Host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Len Ward, founder of Commexis, to unpack how practical, powerful, and measurable AI systems are changing the way service-based businesses grow. If you’re a law firm owner, B2B leader, or entrepreneur looking to scale smarter—not harder—this conversation is for you. Len shares how businesses can leverage hybrid AI enablement and marketing execution to automate campaigns, improve conversations, and drive predictable, profitable growth. With over two decades of digital marketing expertise and cutting-edge AI workflows, Commexis helps organizations respond faster, do more with their teams, and build systems that create real results. Discover how to move beyond hype and implement AI in a way that increases efficiency, strengthens client relationships, and positions your business for long-term success. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How AI can empower your team instead of replacing it • The biggest growth opportunities for service-based businesses right now • Why law firms and B2B providers are winning with automation • How to build scalable marketing systems that produce measurable ROI • The future of client communication and intelligent workflows Tune in to gain the strategies, insights, and mindset you need to grow wealth, create impact, and become a true Millionaire By Morning. Subscribe, like, and share to help more entrepreneurs build smarter, faster, and more profitable businesses.

How To Get Your Kids Through College Debt-Free & Into Careers They Love | Jeannie Burlowski

In this powerful episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Jeannie Burlowski, a nationally recognized academic strategist, speaker, podcast host, and author of LAUNCH: How to Get Your Kids Through College Debt-Free and Into Jobs They Love Afterward. Jeannie shares proven strategies that help parents and students eliminate student loan debt, shorten time in college, and secure meaningful careers faster. If you’re a parent of a teen or young adult — or a student between 12–26 — this episode delivers actionable insights you can implement immediately. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: How parents can help their kids graduate college debt-free The biggest mistakes families make when planning for college How to align career paths with students’ natural strengths Why traditional college planning often fails Proven strategies to launch kids directly into careers they love Jeannie’s work has been featured in The Huffington Post, USA Today, Parents Magazine, US News & World Report, and CBS News, making her one of the most trusted voices in academic strategy today. Whether your goal is financial freedom, smarter education choices, or setting your kids up for long-term success, this episode is a must-watch.

The Hidden Cost of Ego in Leadership & Hiring — 35 Years of Executive Insight with John Long

In this episode of the Millionaire by Morning Podcast, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with John Long, a senior executive, management consultant, and executive search advisor with over 35 years of experience in the retail and leadership space. John has spent his career helping organizations identify and hire the right leaders to drive innovation, growth, and long-term performance. In this conversation, we explore: Why ego is the silent killer in senior hiring decisions How great leaders evaluate talent beyond resumes and pedigree The leadership traits required to lead through disruption and growth What Gen X leaders need to know as they reinvent their careers and influence A preview of John’s upcoming book, “Hire Without Ego” (releasing early 2026) This episode is a must-listen for: CEOs, founders, and senior executives HR leaders and hiring managers Gen X professionals navigating leadership reinvention Entrepreneurs building teams that scale with integrity About the Guest: John Long has spent 35+ years as a senior executive, management consultant, and executive search advisor. He is an expert in identifying the leadership required to drive innovation and growth. His new book, Hire Without Ego, provides a practical framework to help companies dramatically improve senior hiring decisions. About the Host: Rashad Thirlkill is the creator of Millionaire by Morning, a platform dedicated to helping Gen X leaders navigate leadership, entrepreneurship, career reinvention, wealth-building, and legacy creation. 👉 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, reinvention, and building a meaningful legacy. 👉 Share this episode with a leader who’s responsible for hiring and building teams. #MillionaireByMorning #RashadThirlkill #JohnLong #HireWithoutEgo #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveLeadership #HiringLeaders #SeniorHiring #LeadershipReinvention #GenXLeadership #CareerReinvention #MidlifeLeadership #InnovationAndGrowth #ExecutiveSearch #EntrepreneurMindset #BuildingGreatTeams #LeadershipPodcast

Leaders Aren’t Born, They’re Developed | Jim Carlough on Building High-Performing Teams

What does it really take to become an effective leader in today’s fast-changing world? 00:00 – Introduction: Welcome to Millionaire by Morning 01:15 – Meet Jim Carlough: 30 Years of Leadership Experience 03:45 – From Start-Ups to Industry Leaders: Jim’s Career Journey 07:10 – Leaders Aren’t Born, They’re Developed: Breaking the Leadership Myth 10:05 – Why Most Leadership Training Fails 13:30 – The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership Explained 18:20 – Building High-Performing Teams in Complex Organizations 22:45 – Revitalizing Underperforming Businesses 27:10 – Leading Through Transformational Change 31:40 – Mentorship, Experience, and Intentional Growth 36:15 – Advice for Gen X Leaders Navigating Reinvention 40:05 – Creating a Leadership Legacy 44:30 – Jim’s Book: The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership 47:50 – Final Thoughts: Becoming the Leader You’re Capable Of 50:00 – Closing & How to Connect with Jim Carlough In this episode of the Millionaire by Morning Podcast, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with leadership expert, strategist, and best-selling author Jim Carlough to unpack the truth behind one powerful idea: Leaders aren’t born — they’re developed. With over 30 years of leadership experience, Jim has driven explosive growth for healthcare organizations ranging from start-ups to industry leaders. He shares hard-earned insights on: Building high-performing teams Revitalizing underperforming organizations Leading through transformational change Developing leadership as a learnable skill Jim also breaks down the core ideas from his best-selling book, The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership: A Roadmap to Success, and explains how leaders at any stage can intentionally grow through experience, mentorship, and disciplined practice. This conversation is especially for Gen X leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating career reinvention, organizational leadership, and legacy creation. 🎧 Listen, learn, and lead better — by morning.

How to Master Mental Performance & Reinvent Yourself at Midlife | Kam Knight

In this powerful episode of the Millionaire by Morning Podcast, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Kam Knight — internationally renowned coach, speaker, and bestselling author of over a dozen books on mental, emotional, and physical performance. Kam is known for delivering fresh, unconventional insights that challenge traditional thinking and redefine what peak performance really means. His work has become the gold standard in multiple disciplines and has helped over 500,000 people elevate their focus, resilience, and leadership. In this conversation, we explore: How to sharpen mental performance in high-stakes leadership and entrepreneurship Why midlife is the most powerful season for reinvention The mindset shifts required to transition from success to fulfillment How unconventional thinking creates extraordinary results Lessons from traveling to 100+ countries and coaching at the highest levels This episode is a must-listen for Gen X leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers who are navigating reinvention, building legacy, and designing a more fulfilling next chapter. 🎙️ Hosted by Rashad Thirlkill Founder of Millionaire by Morning — helping Gen X leaders become creatives, build wealth, and leave a legacy in the digital and AI-driven world. #MillionaireByMorning #RashadThirlkill #KamKnight #MentalPerformance #HighPerformance #LeadershipReinvention #MidlifeReinvention #GenXLeaders #EntrepreneurMindset #PeakPerformance #PersonalDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LegacyBuilding #MindsetMatters #HighAchievers

How to Buy Back 10–20 Hours a Week Without Losing Your Business George Rivera on Time & Wealth

In this powerful episode of the Millionaire by Morning Podcast, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with George Rivera — father-first founder and creator of the Buy Back Time Formula. Over the last 30 years, George built and scaled ventures in direct response marketing, ecommerce, real estate, and coaching — helping generate hundreds of millions in online sales. But at the height of his success, a costly $300,000 mistake forced a hard realization: He was winning in business… and losing where it mattered most — time with his family. That wake-up moment led George to redesign how he builds and leads companies around: Faith Family Time freedom Real systems and owner independence Today, he helps 7–8 figure, cash-rich but time-poor entrepreneurs buy back 10–20 hours a week, install true leadership teams, and turn their businesses into engines for both wealth and a life worth waking up to. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why most successful founders are secretly trapped by their own companies The real cost of scaling without systems How to reclaim your time without sacrificing growth What “father-first leadership” actually looks like in practice If you’re a Gen X leader, entrepreneur, or executive navigating reinvention, legacy, and wealth-building with purpose — this conversation is for you. 🎧 Subscribe to Millionaire by Morning for weekly conversations on leadership, entrepreneurship, reinvention, and legacy. #MillionaireByMorning #RashadThirlkill #GeorgeRivera #BuyBackTime

From $6 Billion in Sales to Scaling Smarter: Scott Finkelstein on AI, Sales & Building Elite Teams

In this powerful episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with sales legend, AI expert, and Sales Scalers founder Scott Finkelstein to break down what it truly takes to scale sales in today’s fast-changing business world. With over 30 years of experience and more than $6 Billion closed in new sales, Scott reveals how entrepreneurs and small business owners can consistently fill their pipeline, build high-performing sales teams, and grow smarter using a unique blend of personal development, AI, and proprietary sales systems. You’ll discover: 🔥 How Scott helps businesses scale to seven figures within 24 months 🤖 How AI is transforming sales and marketing 📈 The biggest mistakes business owners make when trying to grow 🧠 Why mindset and personal development are critical for revenue 🚀 How to build a scalable, predictable sales engine Scott’s mission is to democratize elite-level sales knowledge once reserved only for big brands—and in this episode, he delivers actionable insights you can start using today. Whether you're an entrepreneur, sales professional, or business owner ready to scale, this episode is a must-watch.

From Trauma to Transformation: Healing, Stillness & Soul Awakening with Andrea L. Wehlann

In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Andrea L. Wehlann—bestselling author, award-winning poet, and transformational guide—for an intimate conversation on healing, resilience, and awakening the soul.

Andrea is the Founder & CEO of Ganga Moon Yoga & Reiki Skool in Ontario, Canada, and a certified Usui Reiki Master, meditation teacher, and healing arts educator. Drawing from her background in psychology, social services, and lived experience overcoming profound loss, abuse, and trauma, Andrea shares how inner stillness becomes a gateway to true freedom and fulfillment.

Together, Rashad and Andrea explore:

✨ Turning pain into purpose

✨ The power of poetry, somatics, and spiritual practice in healing

✨ Navigating overwhelm and emotional burnout

✨ Cultivating inner peace while building a meaningful life

✨ Andrea’s Healing Alchemy: Somatic, Yoga & Poetry, Soul Awakening Method™

Andrea also discusses her bestselling works, including No Matter How Dark the Stain, Deeper Days, and Stillness in the Storm, offering insights for anyone seeking emotional clarity, spiritual growth, and aligned success. This episode is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, creatives, and seekers ready to heal deeply, live intentionally, and rise into their highest self—before morning turns into momentum.

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