Welcome to the Green Rules Everything Podcast. Your host is Darius Green. This is a podcast about the basics of understanding wealth, investing, savings, budgeting, entrepreneurship, and more. The purpose of this podcast to educate my listeners on these topics and help them understand how we can control our money to make for a better life financially. The goal is for each person to have at least one takeaway per show to enhance their lives. Money does rule everything, learning to take the small, but strategic steps can aid in making the right decisions towards achieving financial freedom.
KT is the owner of Thee Royal Touch LLC, a beauty company based in Orlando, Florida. KT has been working in the beauty industry for over 8 years and is also a licensed cosmetologist. On this episode, Darius and KT sit down and discuss her business, herbalism, the beauty industry, and what's to come for her and her brand. Make sure you tune in to another dope interview! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
From working a crazy schedule as a public accounting auditor to being a business owner, Paolo Jose has been on a journey figuring out his career path. Darius and Paolo sat down and discussed why he left the corporate world to be an entrepreneur, how he chose his business niche, the future of his business, and more. Don't miss out on this exclusive interview with a young entrepreneur from New Jersey! If you are interested in contacting Paolo for work, reach out to him below via: Instagram: @sunsetdeckrestoration Website: www.sunsetdeckrestoration.com Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Building wealth takes time. Everyone can achieve wealth but do you believe you can. Darius is here to tell you that you can and you have a right to be wealthy. On this episode, Darius discusses why we have the right to obtain wealth in a short, impactful, positive message. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Car shopping can be an exciting and daunting experience. Finding and testing driving the car is fun, but going back to meet with a finance manger can be intimidating. On this episode, Darius discusses his personal experiences with cars/car shopping, gives some do's and dont's, as well as some best practices when purchasing a vehicle. Since majority of us need a car, make sure you tune in to make the best car shopping decisions you can. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Polkway creator and CEO Landlin May is back for part 2! Six months ago, we sat down as he was the first ever interview for the podcast. Now, Landlin gives us an update on the brand, the launch of his new podcast, merchandise, and more. Make sure to tune in to another great interview! If you want to buy Polkway merch hit the link below: http://Polkwaymerch.bigcartel.com If you want to hear the Polkway podcast hit the link below: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zLH5EJT4830xTrkwWW2l8si=4CPtIEbURSiGnu20gt6vow Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
To invest or to save? Darius says do both! Investing and saving are vital to your financial future. It is important that you understand the difference between the two and how they can be a benefit to you. On this episode, Darius talks about savings and investing, their pros and cons, and gives some general tips about both topics. Let's go! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Chris Byrd is the owner and founder of Big Byrd's LLC. He's 28 years old, lives in Lakeland, Florida and currently works full time at Publix. He is also a deacon at his church, Miracle Deliverance, in Lakeland, FL. His business “Big Byrd's”, was founded in October 2020 and specializes in smoked cuisines. During our interview, we discussed entrepreneurship, the foodservice industry, and what's next for Big Bryd's. Don't miss out on this exclusive interview! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Financial Freedom has been discussed often over the last few years. What is financial freedom? How can someone actually attain that goal? On this episode, Darius talks about exactly those first two questions. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
From little-known currency to thousands of various coins, cryptocurrency has grown tremendously in the last decade. On this episode, Darius discusses what is cryptocurrency, how it works, and the pros and cons of the currency. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Cassie Angu is a community doula and Family Planning Health Worker dedicated to eradicating the health disparities Black and minority women/birthers face. She started her academic career at the University of Florida, majoring in Telecommunications, focusing her studies on Media and Society. After graduating, she studied at the University of Southern California, where she obtained a Master's degree in Global Medicine. Since obtaining her master's degree, she has worked in community health in South Central Los Angeles and Trenton, NJ. She balances her case management work with her community doula business and has aspirations to become a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife to further advocate for those who need it most. On this episode, we discussed the medical system pertaining to birth in the US, being a doula, and her business “The Hood Doula”. Don't miss out on this great interview! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Do you love sports? Are you interested in sports betting? On this episode, Darius talks about how valuable the sports industry is and the ever-growing business of sports betting. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Growing up, there was always a question as to why wealth is not taught in schools. Upon reaching adulthood, Darius quickly realized why that is the case. On this episode, Darius talks about a few reasons why wealth, investing, personal finances, etc. are not taught in school and gives some real-life examples of why teaching about those subjects in school may be harder than it seems. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Shy Williams was born and raised in Bartow, Florida, and currently resides in Atoka, Tennessee. She is 21 years old and a former student of Alabama A&M University. She is now pursuing entrepreneurship in an ever-changing world. Her business is “TheMysterious Touch”. She came up with the name because she tried to offer a variety of services. She does everything from event planning to custom items and she says it's just always a mystery with what she will create next. She is currently a substitute teacher for the Memphis Municipal School district. She also has a 9-month-old son who inspires her to go harder every day to be able to provide for him in every way. Shy talks about her time at her HBCU, her businesses, and gives some advice to any entrepreneurs out there. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Phlyacia Grant is a 24 year old from Lakeland, Fl. She has her bachelor's degree in Criminology from the University of Florida and is currently pursing her Masters in Psychology at Arizona State University. She works for State Farm in the Special Investigative Unit, investigating insurance fraud. For 2 years prior to COVID-19, she volunteered for the R.I.S.K club in Lakeland. Since June 2020, she has been working to expand her own business, "Protégé Possessions" which includes making graphic/logos, motivational videos and more. Do not miss out on this interview! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Why build wealth without having anyone to pass it to? We believe the next generation should be better off than we are. We want our children to have a better life and be financially well off and we want the cycle to continue far past when we are gone. We want to build generational wealth. On this episode, Darius talks about ways to build and pass wealth to children in two segments. This is one for all the parents, grandparents, loved ones, and one day to be parents! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
All investors make mistakes, especially people who are investing for the first time. Some of those mistakes can be avoided or minimized due to hearing what mistakes others made. On this episode, Darius discusses the mistakes he made on his investing journey and how you can avoid them. He gives real-life examples from his personal investing experience so you can truly see how these mistakes have made him a better investor. Darius also touches on the importance of buying and holding stocks for the long term. This episode does tie into Episode #13 some so make sure you tune in to both! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Abbie is a 4th-year pharmacy student from Lakeland, Florida. She attended the University of Florida for her undergraduate degree in Criminology and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at UF as well. During pharmacy school, Abigail sought out non-traditional pharmaceutical industry experiences and had the opportunity to intern at Gilead Sciences in HIV Prevention as well as Bristol Myers Squibb in Immunology. The experiences allowed her to build her business acumen while using her clinical knowledge from pharmacy school. In August of 2019, she wanted to combine her passion for entrepreneurship and hairstyling into a business that is now called “The Lush Look”. She creates customized wigs for her clients and offers clip-in hair extensions as well. After graduation in May 2021, she will be moving to Boston, Massachusetts to start her post-doctoral fellowship at Sanofi Genzyme in Immunology. She will also be working in conjunction with MCPHS University as an adjunct clinical professor. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear from a young leader in our community! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
This episode is a bit of a twist from the normal show. Darius wanted to bring about business news that happened over the last week or so and share his thoughts on what that means for the future. We all know we need to pay more attention to the news and the world around us. Do not let it consume you, but be aware so you do not miss opportunities. Tune in to catch this business week in review! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Are you a first-time investor or unsure how to breakdown a stock? On this episode, Darius dives into his methodology on how he breakdowns stock and his reasoning as to why he chose that method. This episode is a great add on to EP#2 "Investing Guide for Beginners" so make sure you tune into both to get the full understanding of what is discussed. You definitely don't want to miss this episode! Whether you are a new investor or a seasoned veteran, there is always more to learn. Happy investing! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Your mindset is vital to everything you do in life. Your mentality can take you as far as you want to go. This episode features a good friend, Dwayne Fletcher. Dwayne is an analyst at Citibank and a member of a mentorship called "The Roundtable". Dwayne has evolved and continues to do so through his ever-changing mindset. On this episode, Darius and Dwayne dive into tips to help change your mindset, how your mindset helps you control your finances, and the power of positive thought. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Group Economics has been around for centuries. People from all over the world have used this to build wealth and also build up their communities in a positive light. On this episode, Darius discussed what Group Economics is, the benefits of using Group Economics, and how you can start participating in Group Economics. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
This episode features Chevon Williams, who is a Unilever Future Leader Program Lead, a Team Lead in Supply Chain, a Financial Service Advisor, Future Real Estate Mogul, and the CEO of BeTheWealth LLC. Chevon and Darius dive into the wealth gap here in America, which has such a profound effect on minority communities specifically the black community as well as the benefits of life insurance and how they can help your family build and secure wealth. Do not miss out on this episode featuring someone who wants to build up our community and prepare the next generation to be the change. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Is there such a thing as good debt? Is all debt considered bad? What about my student loans? In this episode, Darius breaks down the difference between good debt and bad debt as well as gives examples of both. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
There is this notion that the President of the United States of America has a strong effect on the economy. Is this actually true? Does one person yield this much power? Darius gives you a rundown regarding this notion and leaves you with some tips about the market. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
This episode highlights a young entrepreneur from my hometown of Lakeland, FL named Landlin May. Landlin has built the brand/company "Polkway 863" which is a media platform designed to uplift the people within our own county and expose talent in our local neighborhoods. Whether it is through athletics, entertainment, academics, or any other way people showcase their talents, Polkway is making a positive change in the community and shining a big-time light on little Polk County, Florida. Don't miss this exclusive interview with a young entrepreneur in the media space! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Everyone needs credit. Regardless of how much cash money you have available, having access to other people's money allows you to keep, save, and invest your money while leveraging debt. Credit is a vital part of building wealth. In this episode, Darius breaks down what is credit, the importance of credit, what is your credit score, how your credit score is calculated and gives some tips on credit in general. You do not want to miss out on this one! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Forex has become a popular side hustle and/or full-blown business amongst entrepreneurs in recent years. People have been curious about forex, what is it, how does it work, and is it a scam or not? This episode features the Forex Power Couple, Trey and Keiana Warren. They have been involving in trading forex and also lead a team of forex traders utilizing the skills they have learned in their educational platform. If you want to learn more about forex you definitely want to hear this episode! Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
In order to build wealth, you must have a plan. Budgeting is your blueprint to wealth and saving allows you comfort in going after your wealth-building dreams. In this episode, Darius talks about the importance of budgeting and saving as well as how to make a budget and best practices for saving. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Having the right mindset can change your life. Whether you want to lose weight, learn a new skill, or expand your knowledge, you have to be in the right frame of mind. Building wealth is no different. In this episode, Darius discusses three key topics you need to have in order to shift into a wealth-building mindset. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Do you want to invest but are not sure where to start? In this episode, Darius breaks down how to get started investing, different investment options within the stock market, and a few retirement options everyone should consider. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything
Thank you all for tuning in to the very first episode on the Green Rules Everything podcast! On this episode, Darius talks about what is wealth and how we can accumulate wealth over time. He also discusses the "wealth buckets" and mentions different investment options. Check out the social media pages for the podcast below: Instagram: @GreenRulesEverything Twitter: @GreenRulesEvery Facebook: Green Rules Everything Check out the podcast on other platforms at the link below: https://linktr.ee/GreenRulesEverything