Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Travis T. Wade.

CEO of The Guardian, a private security corporation. The discussion focused on hiring the right people, leadership strategies, and the importance of HR in business success.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

The Importance of HR in Hiring

• Wade emphasized that HR is the backbone of any business, ensuring the right people are hired and retained.
• He shared insights on how HR principles translate into building a strong security team.

Finding the Right Employees

• The Guardian uses a conversational interview approach rather than traditional questioning.
• Wade believes that getting candidates comfortable reveals their true personality, helping assess their suitability for security roles.

Key Traits for Security Professionals

• Patience is the most important quality—impatient candidates are not a good fit for security work.
• Security officers must be calm, observant, and able to de-escalate situations rather than react impulsively.

Reducing Employee Turnover

• Wade stressed that treating employees well after hiring is just as important as selecting the right candidates.
• He shared strategies for lowering turnover by fostering a supportive work environment.

📘 About Travis T. Wade & The Guardian
Travis T. Wade is a seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of corporate experience. His company, The Guardian, operates in Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina, providing armed and unarmed security, personal protection, and private investigations.

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The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025: "Am I Dating Cinderella?"

A woman writes in who is dating an older man. She can't figure out why he is always having to leave in the middle of the night. Shirley and Steve immediately see what's going on. Listen to the letter and hear Steve & Shirley's Responses.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cassandra Lester.

She is the founder of Grow Give Prosper, and discusses her nonprofit’s mission to provide financial education and career opportunities through partnerships like Grow with Google.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. The Mission Behind Grow Give Prosper

   • Lester founded the nonprofit to help communities grow together, give to each other, and prosper collectively.
   • She focuses on financial literacy, career development, and economic empowerment.

2. Partnership with Grow with Google

   • Provides career certification scholarships in cybersecurity, data analytics, digital marketing, IT support, project management, and UX design.
   • Scholarships are free and open to individuals across the U.S., requiring only a commitment to complete the program.

3. Breaking Barriers in Financial Education

   • Lester noticed that financial struggles affect people regardless of education level.
   • She aims to make financial literacy accessible and understandable for all.

4. Boots-on-the-Ground Outreach

   • Personally visits community centers, adult education classes, and underserved areas to spread awareness.
   • Actively engages with individuals to encourage participation in career certification programs.

5. Overcoming Skepticism & Challenges

   • Some people initially doubt the legitimacy of free scholarships.
   • Lester emphasizes that Google certifications are recognized by employers and can lead to high-paying jobs.

📘 About Cassandra Lester
Cassandra Lester is a financial literacy advocate and nonprofit leader dedicated to helping individuals build wealth through education and career advancement. Her organization, Grow Give Prosper, provides resources to underserved communities, ensuring they have access to life-changing opportunities.

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The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Monday, June 2nd, 2025: "What's The Rush?"

A woman writes in because her man is dragging his feet to marry her. The answer seems pretty obvious to Steve & Shirley. Listen to hear the letter & their responses!

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The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Friday, May 30th, 2025: "I Was There The Whole Time"

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The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Wednesday, May 28th, 2025: "Do I Need To Keep These Two Apart?"

A woman writes in because she is concerned about what her husband and her daughter's relationship has become. The woman married her husband when her daughter was 17. Now, the daughter is 30 and the woman is concerned that something funny may be going on. Listen to the whole letter and check out Steve & Shirley's responses.

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The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Tuesday, May 27th, 2025: "Can We Please Close The Door First?"

A woman writes in because she has had it with her husband always leaving the door open. Seriously...always. Listen for the letter and Steve & Shirley's responses.

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