The video features a deep-dive conversation with Dallas-based entrepreneur Kevin Butler, who runs a construction and a commercial masonry company. From discussing his early learning about money and work ethics to connecting with his father later in life, Butler shares his journey in entrepreneurship. The discussion extends to his involvement in mentoring via a basketball program and his insights on wealth creation through real estate investments with a focus on the understanding of history and economics. The video also explores the intersection of wealth development and fatherhood. The video concludes with Butler inviting viewers to connect further via LinkedIn and Instagram.

00:00:00 Introduction and Early Life

00:01:17 Learning Money Principles

00:01:56 Welcome to the Wealth Blueprint Series

00:02:12 Guest Introduction: Kevin Butler

00:02:27 Kevin's Journey from Mississippi to Oakland

00:03:28 The Impact of Oakland on Kevin's Life

00:07:01 Kevin's Early Work Ethic and Financial Lessons

00:20:13 Reconnecting with His Father and Entering Construction

00:26:42 The Evolution into Development and Investment

00:32:39 Discussing Faith and Purpose

00:34:03 Understanding Your Unique Gift

00:34:58 Transitioning into Business Talk

00:35:31 The Journey of Building a Business

00:37:12 The Importance of Passion in Business

00:38:32 Expanding the Business and Partnering with Big Firms

00:40:46 The Role of Supplier Performance in Business

00:44:14 The Importance of Authenticity and Adaptability

00:59:00 Investing in Real Estate and Understanding Market Trends

01:02:08 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

Key Takeaways:

1. The importance of work ethic: Kevin Butler shares how he began working at the age of 11, and that instilling a strong work ethic in him from an early age shaped his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to his career.

2. Importance of mentorship: Kevin credits much of his knowledge and success to the mentorship he received from his father and cousin, both significantly involved in construction and real estate.

3. Emphasizing personal growth before financial growth: While it's important to pursue financial wealth, Kevin emphasizes the importance of personal, emotional, and spiritual growth in achieving true success and purpose in life.

4. Use of intuition in business: Being open to opportunities and following one's intuition can result in successful business ventures, as evidenced by Kevin's success in the real estate development industry.

5. Wealth transcends just money: Wealth is more than just financial success. It encompasses a balance of work and personal life, emotional health, spiritual well-being, and using one's gifts to benefit others.

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Produced by The Dear Son, Network and WBMS Media

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The conversation explores the challenges and triumphs of the host's special guest, Vicki Blanton, a successful black ERISA attorney navigating the corporate world in America. She highlights her journey from being raised by divorced parents to her experiences of raising her own daughters, giving insights into her unique path to financial and personal success. The discussion also tackles the importance of consequential thinking, managing stress, and maintaining balance in both professional and personal life. Blanton's views on wealth as a matter of perspective rather than just financial status underscore the dialogue, noting that wealth extends to quality of life and personal peace of mind.

00:00 Introduction and Challenges of Being a Successful Black Woman in Corporate America

01:29 Beginning of the Wealth Blueprint Series

01:49 Introduction of Guest Vicki Blanton

02:09 Vicki Blanton's Background and Career

04:04 Discussion on Oak Cliff, Dallas

09:05 Vicki's Childhood and Early Experiences

09:54 Impact of Living Abroad in Japan

12:17 Vicki's Perspective on Wealth and Quality of Life

23:39 Parenting and Raising Successful Daughters

28:51 The Rise of Women in Business

37:24 The Importance of Skills in Sports

37:52 The Reality of Opportunities in Sports

38:24 Understanding the True Love for the Sport

39:32 The Concept of Ownership and Commitment

41:05 The Struggles of Being a Successful Woman in Corporate America

00:13 The Challenges of Being a Black Woman in Corporate America

44:38 The Power of Black Women in Society

01:00:23 The Importance of Personal Peace of Mind in Wealth Management

Black Women in Corporate America: An Interview with Vicki Blanton

Key Takeaways:

1. Balance in conversations and decision-making is crucial to ensure a harmonious dynamic, both in personal and professional settings.

2. It's essential to consider the consequences of actions, choices, and decisions, which often requires a blend of rigidity and flexibility.

3. The ability to adapt to new cultures and experiences can significantly shape one's perspective of life and overall wealth.

4. Enhanced soft skills can provide an edge in environments like corporate America, where the nature of interactions is often direct and intense.

5. Being clear and concise in communication, but still wrapping it in love and understanding, creates a more fruitful and positive environment for growth.

Produced by The Dear Son, Network and WBMS Media

Connect with Vicki:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickidblanton?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

More about Phillip & D Johns:

https://thedearsonpodcast.com 

https://wealthbuildingmadesimple.us 

Follow Phillip: https://instagram.com/askphillip

Follow Derek: https://instagram.com/thedearsonpodcast 

Also, if you've made it this far, don't forget to:

1. follow this podcast, 

2. turn on the auto-downloads,

3. give this podcast a 5-star rating, 

4. leave a stellar written review, and

5. share this content with someone who needs it.

#blackwealth #blackchamberofcommerce #dallastexas #familyandfinance #successful #executive #hbcu #southdallas #wealthbuilding #Brooklyn #bedstuy #redefiningwealth #ERISA #attorney #boardmember #boardchair #chairwoman #oakcliff