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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 33 MIN

Overcoming the Odds: Shares his journey from combat veteran to overcoming fear and turning passion into profit through his Million Dollar Speaker Framework.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Will Moreland.   🎯 Purpose of the Interview To highlight Dr. Will Moreland’s journey from combat veteran to global leadership expert, and to share his insights on executive coaching, building winning cultures, overcoming fear, and turning passion into profit through his Million Dollar Speaker Framework. 🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Background & Credentials Two-time combat military veteran (Bosnia and Iraq). Business Hall of Fame inductee. Founder of Moreland Training & Associates. Holds a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership. Based in Phoenix, Arizona. 2. Leadership Philosophy Leadership begins with self-leadership. Civility—defined as “intentional respect for others”—is key to productivity and profitability. “People respected are more productive.” Focus on people before profit to build sustainable success. 3. Building Winning Cultures Uses the Civility Advantage Framework with six pillars: Clarity: Define how you want your culture to feel. Communication: Reinforce cultural values consistently. Consistency: Embed values into daily operations. Offers anonymous assessments to audit company culture and align leadership with employee experience. 4. Executive Coaching & Leadership Development Helps leaders transition from task-based roles to people-based leadership. Uses his book Leading with Civility and the CHAMPS Framework in a six-month curriculum. Emphasizes discipline, emotional intelligence, and people skills. 5. Overcoming Fear Fear is often a result of lack of information. Encourages leaders to confront fear with clarity and education. Example: AI is not a threat, but a tool to enhance productivity. “You won’t be replaced by AI—you’ll be replaced by someone who embraced AI.” 6. Million Dollar Speaker Framework (PAM Formula) Positioning: Define your unique message (e.g., Les Brown’s “You gotta be hungry!”). Advantage: Identify your competitive edge. Marketing: Deliver consistent messaging to build brand recognition. 7. Living from Your CORE A personal decision-making framework: C – Clarity O – Opportunities R – Relationships E – Experiences “If it doesn’t align with your CORE, it’s a no.” 8. Legacy & Impact Committed to training better humans and promoting the Golden Rule. Believes in empowering others through leadership, civility, and education. 💬 Notable Quotes “Civility is profitable. Incivility costs billions.” “Discipline is the bridge from where you are to where you want to be.” “Fear is just information. The more you know, the less you fear.” “You don’t need a lot of people—you need the right people.” “Live from your CORE: Clarity, Opportunities, Relationships, Experiences.” 📌 Final Thoughts Dr. Will Moreland’s interview is a masterclass in leadership, personal growth, and business strategy. His frameworks and philosophies offer practical tools for entrepreneurs, executives, and aspiring speakers to build impactful careers and cultures. #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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