Does The Black Community Want Wealth or Fame?

[@CaseyBurnsInvesting]

I’ll take wealth and health over fame and image any day. All I need is my wealth, my health, and my family/friends. Keep the followers.

[@freeindeed8416]

💯

[@OurPerez]

Amen!

[@dawan301]

💯

[@liamsmith6900]

For me the best I have succeeded in forex trading is by trading with a good account manager, I've been able to grow my account to $20,000 within a month under the guidance of a good account manager.

[@hillarysnow7077]

Amen

[@awkwardblacktribe2100]

This is such an outstanding question. Too many of us want to perform in front of the camera for crumbs while other cultures position themselves behind the camera and create generational wealth.

[@MegaFELIPE48]

Other ethnic groups are not positioning themselves behind the Camera because truth be told, everybody's struggling not just Black People.

[@derrickmason7457]

@@MegaFELIPE48 but we’re the only ones trying to floss for the cameras

[@riddickj16]

@@MegaFELIPE48 true but black ppl have one of the highest buying power but it still doesn’t translate to any generational wealth compared to other communities.

[@jchris4090]

Amen

[@MegaFELIPE48]

@@derrickmason7457 Who says that Black People have to floss for the camera? Answer: NOBODY!!!

[@xeik7482]

At the risk of offending many persons, we need to stop playing the victim and learn how to rise above our problems.

[@BeeMillah25]

I agree! Though, we aren't exactly playing the victim. We are the victim. However, we need to not let it hold us back. We should use it as fuel and motivation. Cheers to much success 🙌🏾

[@shelbysittig1047]

Thomas Sewell, great example. He inspires me.

[@acolley96]

We are victims. We don't have to succumb to victim hood. Stating the issues and addressing the victimizer is accountability. And it stops the continued abuse.

[@zacharypack770]

@@acolley96 yeah, who is the "victimizers"? Let me guess, white people, huh? Y'all gonna become racist with that mentality.

[@terrybrown5114]

@@BeeMillah25 we are not victims. We have the freedom to do whatever we choose.

[@shareofmoney]

It comes down to priority. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying your money if you can afford to do so. But there is also a responsibility to be wise with money and not just try to create a false image of wealth. Our communities suffer from trying to look the part but not having the wisdom to use it as a tool. In my opinion, our black communities see money as a master and not a servant as it should be

[@MaroonTiger]

Its tough when you have all of the rappers and influencers shaming people who dont have a Birkin bag or dont have a chain or dont have designer clothes.... we gotta uplift each other to live within our means and appreciate ourselves regardless of whatever material things that we can afford

[@jr8694]

@@MaroonTiger Thank you! I wish we discussed the influence of the mainstream black entertainment more often

[@observantsweetie]

Preach👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Rijo27]

@@jr8694 Ooo that's a good one. I'd love to see Anthony bring in the panel and talk about this. I don't remember if the Grapevine did a segment on this, but I feel like they've have.

[@veronicahaney6005]

I think a lot of black people don’t know where that line is that says they can afford it.

[@missaliyah]

The most important thing is creating wealth not looking fancy for people for show. Fame fades like looks, wealth can be sustained

[@sha_la007]

I have never owned any of those bags/purses....however, I do have money in the bank. I guess I'm not doing that bad. I will never hustle for material things. I can't imagine spending my money on things that don't give me a greater return, ROI is important to me. Mignon is on point!!! Speak sis speak!!!!

[@shelbysittig1047]

Agreed. 100%

[@sha_la007]

@@shelbysittig1047 yes sis!

[@countrygirl8295]

Agreed

[@JRenae-uv5yx]

You said that!! "Never hustle for material things" ever!!

[@sha_la007]

@@JRenae-uv5yx yes🙌🏾

[@davidgogginsburner3369]

Generally speaking no one "deserves" anything unless they work for it imo.

[@Mary-dk7mc]

Facts, and that is where SOME OF the victim mindset comes from...false entitlement.

[@countrygirl8295]

Facts

[@rickeyware6873]

The victim mentality is strong with that one

[@yaseen5121]

Generally, but reparations are not false entitlement.

[@ludens1526]

Honestly a lot of black people think have designer and Nice cars means they’re wealthy it’s sad

[@countrygirl8295]

Very sad ...and have no life insurance smh

[@aarielallen3165]

Now ask yourself why they think that?

[@olivermclean7605]

True

[@FeR-kt1jt]

@@aarielallen3165 lack of self worth?

[@dashaunaee]

This conversation would’ve been better if he would’ve mentioned how much the black community spends vs how much we own. You only deserve what you’ve earned. They say we judge the black community too hard, but the black community complains the loudest about economic issues and take no responsibility for the spending habits.

[@TheLilly]

Period pooh!!!💯

[@sha_la007]

Debt to Income ratio...🙌🏾

[@missaliyah]

Soo truee! This comment is on point

[@riddickj16]

Tell it sis💯👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@mnicole736]

black people ain’t ready for that convo 😣

[@kw6719]

Comparison is the thief of joy.....we focus to much on the symptoms and not the root of the problem.

[@Bepeze]

I love that quote. It's so much truth in that. "Comparison is the thief of joy."

[@koko-dx3gy]

Amen

[@DaveM-FFB]

My personal view: Once I achieved financial independence, I slept better, worried less, had more confidence, and purchased clothes for comfort (not necessarily to impress), because I didn't have anything to prove. That's my wish for everyone listening.

[@leahg1424]

Blue suit hit it on the nail again. For many upwardly mobile black people, appearance is what gets them in the door amongst many black social circles. Black circles don't see you as credible unless you wear certain labels, keep your hair a certain way, drive a certain car, etc. Look at all the KZbin content creators that get the most attention --- even if its negative. Look at this conversation around certain "high value" bachelors. Meanwhile, I see many white YT content creators banking off "minimalist" movements and living frugal while amassing lots of wealth that you may or may not know about. And as a Black woman this hits even harder because we tend to be lowest paid from employers but have to allocate more of our discretionary income to beauty and fashion to be viewed a certain way in social circles (if we chose to play that game). I opted out once I saw it for what it was.

[@MsWade2012]

This is a word. It is such a dichotomy between the two races and cultures.

[@LALINGOOO]

These conversations really need to be had because if I tell you I wasn’t triggered I’d be lying. Sometimes we need that reality check to change our reality.

[@andreabowen710]

She over here quoting Dave Ramsey, but soo true. Have more in the bag than what you paid for it. This was a good talk!!!

[@MarissaontheMAP]

When sis said we need to stop judging Black people so much + stop worrying about + comparing ourselves to what white people do, I FELT THAT IN MY SOUL

[@BeeMillah25]

When I say I can't wait for the next episode, I mean it! This was another great episode and topic. Thank you!

[@TexasEmperor]

Deserve this and that...NO one deserve anything if he/she haven't earned or worked for it. Love this format AO.

[@smiley7240]

SHEEEEESHHHHH! This was awesome! When I decided to move to a studio apartment, I was told that I was "moving backwards" from someone who had the luxury of living at home :s I'm always like "people don't got my back the way I got my back...I'll do whats best for me and you do whats best for you! boop!"

[@thecreativenetwork87]

AO is unapologetically a stand up guy for the culture blessings good brother.

[@derrickmason7457]

Man this convo is Hittin !! Finally I think we as the black culture gotta come to terms our community is broken mindset flashy this and that look at rims look at my grill or the purse smh.. the hip hop culture the music we listen to floss this I got women trick this that .. nah the black family is important black cohesion black support businesses , saving for your kids college. I’m glad I had a good father and family as a black man looking back that was everything.

[@jchris4090]

Hi Derrick may I ask a question. Are black people allow to indulge in anything luxurious or is all our salary suppose to go into investing and generational wealth?

[@jchris4090]

Because you can still buy expensive items and still look like an average Joe

[@derrickmason7457]

@@jchris4090 no I’m not saying don’t spend your money on what you like. But I’m saying is we tend to focus on those material things and say we made it! Nah there is a whole community of our people with impoverished mindsets. The victory is boosting our black business , our black kids going to college, our families

[@FeR-kt1jt]

@@jchris4090 in our current state? The latter . Mfs never wanna produce, just consume

[@gifty2595]

Absolutely loved the contributions that the panel made. Especially the lady that talked about downsizing and moving into a studio apartment.

[@derrickmason7457]

Absolutely I know me and my wife downsized our bills live below your means for Awhile save your money invest we had an apartment for about 4 yrs we saved a down payment for the house payed off the debt payed the cars. A lot of people would rather spend up all their tax returns etc

[@sha_la007]

I need her channel!!!

[@sheritownsend7525]

You guys are talking about the Black community, but the mindsets you have don't represent the Black community as a whole. You didn't speak of the parents who allow their kids to go to school in 300 dollar shoes, so they won't get laughed at by their peers. Or the compulsive attitudes a lot of Blacks to overspend to look good now, worry about it later. It has nothing to do with what Whites do or think. Are Blacks (as a collective) doing what's needed to get themselves financially above water? Many of us are suffering due to how we manage ( or mismanage) our money.

[@freeindeed8416]

We gotta stop deflecting and focus on the real

[@shelbysittig1047]

You can change the community and that fits all groups. Change your mindset and you change the culture/community.

[@rickeyware6873]

🤫🤫🤫🤫 sshhh you can't say that

[@NaturallyNerdeeNicol]

that's the point the gentleman in blue made in the first vid.

[@mrsbdubc2174]

My husband and I was just discussing this. I went to a predominantly white school in the 4th grade and no one mentioned what kind of shoes I had on or my clothes. They wanted to know me, who I was, what I liked, what I didn't like. I was shocked when they named me a popular kid. I was myself and they liked me. Then going to a predominantly blk school, my my my the struggles, getting made fun of because you didn't have Jordan's, any name brand of clothing. It was horrible. They even made fun of me for getting awards😡

[@cjs9859]

Another great video! I personally would rather build wealth, I don't care about fame or how successful others perceive me to be.

[@EducatorKae]

So many great points were made in this discussion. I think if we think of success, we have a visual image of what it looks like in our minds...Designer brands, expensive vacations, luxury cars, etc. Collectively, an UNlearning needs to take place. Success is wrapped in many unexpected packages and I hope we can collectively recognize that. 💕

[@29stmarksrd]

I stopped “showing off” at about 19 when my mom’s house was burglarized. I also had many of my friends get mugged after shopping and wearing nice things. It just made you a target.

[@timotheharris]

True u become target but I don't know about u but I'm about dat life so target me best believe u go have a real target on u if u catch what I'm saying.👌🏿💯

[@bigkanak797]

“Black women deserve luxury...” wow. There you go.

[@bigkanak797]

@Alekcis Ewane yet that one line speaks so loudly to the general attitude in the black community.

[@johnconn3054]

@Alekcis Ewane it was the standout line.

[@katwilliams2950]

@@bigkanak797 right. No body deserves luxury unless you can get it. You should desire wealth and assets first. Don't complain that the community don't have, when they spending on material things when they don't have anything in their retirement!!! 😩

[@jonathanstellar5588]

I knew that line would pop for y’all lol. I agree but I’ve heard many black women say this but just simply because they are materialistic, they make the phrase very shallow

[@ernstpierre7021]

she a gold digger

[@rosestephen6789]

Bill gates is not fashionable but his clothes are not cheap.

[@positivelifebyrikilorenzo2192]

Exactly!! Some of those “unfashionable” clothes are expensive.

[@freeindeed8416]

Yes they are 😂😂😂

[@shelbysittig1047]

They speak to a different demographic. Those who wear those know the cost and the weight it brings. Like some can see something and know right away it’s a knock off.

[@riddickj16]

That’s not the point though. I guarantee you bill gates wear high end clothes because of the quality rather then wearing them because of the label.

[@rosestephen6789]

@@riddickj16 Afrrican Americans love quality clothes too! So we all have that in common. One group just wears it well.

[@joeyseven17teen6]

My boy Anthony killin these blk history panel videos. Love the convos

[@rosestephen6789]

There's nothing wrong with looking nice. We are responsible and pay our bills. We don't have wealth.

[@stephonjones46]

There is, a problem, when it comes at the expense of needs and priorities. This is why it is good to NOT make general statements

[@seairadavis8629]

True

[@christ8707]

Why do we continuously pretend that having nice things is a problem with the black community. That’s called capitalism and human nature. There nothing wrong with looking good just get your paper right first

[@stephonjones46]

@@christ8707 well if you didn't listen or read. You would ask this question

[@christ8707]

@@stephonjones46 and you so right we gotta educate our selves on the past to gain a greater understanding of our present and future. I just don’t like people talking about black people as if All Americans aren’t apart of this consumer society myself included.

[@MsMockingbird06]

I think it’s difficult for people who haven’t had much to have the vision and know the steps to accomplish wealth. People don’t know what they don’t know, only what they’re exposed to. Those with wealth, especially generational wealth, are more likely to have social capital. It’s definitely important to pay it forward like the young man said, but in order to do that we need to be honest about the financial shortcomings of our people so that we can help them become more educated in the areas that they need.

[@crw3673]

The problem in our community is self worth. We don't think much of ourselves, unless we own material things. This is a lesson in still in us at a very young age. Look back at the most popular kid in school. What made them popular? Chances it was the clothes, jewelry or car they had. This mentality can carry on for years and drive people into some serious debt in adulthood. Guys buy expensive cars and no driveway to put it in. Girls buying expensive clothes and can't pay their rent or utilities. People in general spending money before they have it in their hands.

[@ssdskully]

That Beyonce vs Rent question wasn't a bad question at all. I sit down with my property manger to talk about real estate sometimes and it's always a story why people don't want to pay their rent. One time a mom wanted to throw a hotel party for her daughter turning 10 instead of paying rent.

[@Lady_Tee15]

That's crazy!!!

[@TBassFactory]

For anyone all this comes down to is personal priorities. Live in a torn down shack with 100k vehicle in the driveway. I’ve seen it many times. The only person in control of you is you. Choices put you where you want to be and how you want to live. Mindset

[@TheSeeking2know]

That point about the black churches is far deeper than we think. So much is tied to it. Even what is preached.

[@jchris4090]

There is nothing wrong with wanting or purchasing nice thing as long as there is a balance. I think in the black community we have a all or nothing way of thinking. You can still invest and still splurge on yourself. Its not that complicated in my opinion

[@veronicahaney6005]

White people live frugal for years and retire early. There is nothing wrong with learning good habits from those with success you want to emulate

[@AlexBobalexRavenclaw]

Does EC Weston have a KZbin channel? I would listen to him all day.

[@Bepeze]

He really needs to.

[@thandongobese5770]

@@Bepeze @Alex Vang I couldnt agree more .My man dropping fire facts

[@CarlDouglasJr]

Just looked it up and he does. Just type his name

[@zion495]

He’s so on point

[@officiallydreama4412]

Just asked that same question hopefully someone finds out or drop some links

[@taylor-sanchez]

Being financially successful and stable is not a black or white thing. It's a who seeks for the knowledge thing. Much if the information about financial success is available for free on KZbin. Its only 20% knowledge and 80% behavior.

[@wealthyforreal6598]

This was a great discussion. I think the Black community puts too much focus on "looking" rich, than actually taking the steps to build real wealth with the money that they do have coming in. We can't blame anyone for feeling that way though, because how can you fault someone that has never had anything nice materialistically for splurging when they finally do come into some money? Especially if they haven't had anyone teach them what to do with money. I actually just started my channel based on this topic because I think it is so important. We need to start instilling basic personal finance lessons in the community and to our next generation so we can close the wealth gap that's been hindering us for years. Anthony, great job tackling these topics. I will try to keep the conversation going about this myself through my channel. We need this content!

[@thembimogala9704]

Women on Twitter run with this "black women deserve luxury" mentality a lot. What does it mean exactly? Expensive bag, materialism, or having basic living needs met and live a life free of worry from the financial burden?

[@lawrencegraham6284]

There is a great difference between what you DESERVE versus what youve EARNED!! What you deserve is your subjective bias versus what you've earned through sweat equity and effort.

[@JamesWilliams-kh6yq]

Being broke is temporary, being poor is a mindset.....that can be generational. Teach your kids about finances, built wealth.

[@universityofknowledge5848]

The Community wants freedom and equality meaning a level playing field that does not discriminate

[@THATGIRLCHELSEAS]

Why do we care? Why do we obtain wealth? Yes for stability but we also splurge on nice things. Why does it matter what someone else do with their money ? Life is short. What matters is what you do to make yourself happy and what you leave behind for the next generation. That’s it.

[@FeR-kt1jt]

Which hasn’t worked for us. Just more excuses and individualism/competition

[@NestorLedon]

I love these panels, thank you!

[@reynolds1182]

“It never ceases to amaze me; we all love ourselves more than other people, but care more about their opinion than our own.” -Marcus Aurelius You are not born in this world for nobody. Many people buy stuff to impress, some say it makes them happy but if not happy without then you shouldn’t have. Happiness is a mindset not a item. PS: this is just for people who buy in unnecessary expenses. Like 50+ shoes but only wear 5 pairs. Heck that’s why I lived my grandpa: retired military, love animals, sports. He spoiled me but he always carried change and had a coupon for everything and would pay the exactly price of stuff every time.

[@ArtisanMuzik]

You gotta know where to shop. I get nice outfits for less at K&G and Ross.

[@taylor-sanchez]

To feel like you *deserve* X Y & Z is a dangerous mentally for anyone and everyone. Entitlement is a mindset to keep us stuck.

[@zion495]

Exactly. You are only worth not you earn. Not what you feel or think you deserve. It should be earned

[@tricepnm8590]

But what makes these names so luxurious? My cheaper purse serves the same function as a Louie to me. It holds all my stuff. My Nissan Altima gets me back and forth to work just like a Bentley or any other car. I’d rather pay off my house and any other bills and free up my money. I want to be debt free. That’s luxury for me!

[@ChosenDeeDee]

Looking forward to the BLM episode because my opinion on the movement/organization have changed. I can’t wait to hear different perspectives.

[@soindifferent_]

Curious what your thoughts are?

[@ChosenDeeDee]

@@soindifferent_ Hey, it’s a given that I would get this question. Personally for me, I agree with the BLM slogan because BLACK LIVES DO MATTER! It’s a couple of the value system of the organization/movement I don’t stand with. For example, for me, Blue lives matter also while BLM wants to defund the police. I think the intention behind organization/movement it is great, but I think a couple of its values do not align with my values. I also think it can be a bit divisive. There are so much more I can say, but I’ll stop here. I can’t wait to hear these perspective. Hopefully they will help shape my views a bit better.

[@soindifferent_]

@@ChosenDeeDee I appreciate you taking the time to reply, thank you. I agree with the points you made. I do believe that black lives matter, but I don’t think it matters as much as they say it does. I’ll also stop here, because I can go on for days with what I’ve come to understand as of late. Looking forward to hearing their perspectives as well!

[@ChosenDeeDee]

@@soindifferent_ Same here, I can go on for days. I would love to hear more of your perspective 😊

[@soindifferent_]

@@ChosenDeeDee I enjoy talking to like minded people. I can’t stress enough the importance of doing research and understanding who you really are. There’s a certain confidence and self awareness that has been birthed over last 2 years of me indulging in black history. Although my experience isn’t the same as those in America (first generation Canadian, Caribbean parents) I still had a struggle, but nothing that stopped me from becoming who I wanted to be. Also having struggled with mental health (depression) I’ve been blessed with the understanding of the power I have to change my circumstances. What’s my point with all of this over sharing haha? Change isn’t easy. It’s easier to change your mind than the mind of others. I’ve used my experience negative experiences as a positive and have created a children’s book (self-published), teaching children about compassion, creativity and empathy. I cant change the world but I can change the lives of the people around me. By breaking down the problem I’ve been able to apply myself in a way that allows me to use my skills and abilities in a positive way.

[@RedScareClair]

I am learning that wealth and fame are not necessarily mutually exclusive. Wealth often follows some kind of fame. To obtain wealth, people need to know you who are. Maybe not on a superstar level, but enough people need to know who you are to want to give you money. I personally would rather be rich and anonymous but if I am anonymous who will give me money?

[@Hindia00]

Best quote ever: All dressed up and going nowhere! 😆

[@NobleHusky]

Do I want wealth? - Yes of course Do I want fame? - Yes of course Do I deserve it? - I feel like I do, but I know I don't. I, like everyone else on Earth (and especially Americans), have opportunities to gain fame and fortune unique to ourselves. There may be obstacles (racism, oppression, crime, war, etc.) that delay me from getting to the success I want to achieve, but to say I deserve it because of my unique circumstances is sinful Pride in my mind.

[@ghostrider2012]

It's a state of mind and self discipline. In order to live like no other you have to live like no other your priorities have to be on point

[@NaturallyNerdeeNicol]

To look nice especially in a professional sense is fine. Especially since people, unfortunately, treat you based upon their first impression of you. For those that possess their sight, what they see is the first step in forming a perception. To look nice but beyond your means to the point of being a walking billboard for someone who does not care about you is the issue.

[@kadeng8085]

let's be honest here this is not a black ppl thing its a poverty thing. When you only see wealth from the outside you relate the items to the wealth itself.

[@jackalaking1492]

New follower and I just want to say this panel and last year's panel have great nuggets. I'm truly enjoying watching these conversations and doing some self examination. I'm not old but my days of youth have passed. I have a family of my own now...is how I'm managing my money now gonna set my family up for struggle or success? Am I teaching myself and my children that the only way you'll be taken seriously is if you spend your money to look nice or if you invest your money in yourself to look comfortable and still be successful?

[@jordandarby]

11:25 Really sums up this conversation about finances amd black wealth.

[@nehifamily]

Seriously, the man in blue and the amazing cupcake entrepreneur bring the truth and the reality

[@noirnotes]

I don’t like the setup for this discussion. Black people want the same things as any other race of people. Black people shouldn’t be trapped in categories. the desire for status, wealth, fame, or balling is not a condition unique to black people. Lots of white people and those of other races live well beyond their means which is why the Ramsey Network of personalities exists. I really dislike stereotyping. Why be so quick to compare blacks to other groups. The ‘us vs ‘them’ mentality is just as damaging and dangerous

[@HealthilyBodied]

The mindset of Black Americans is shifting for the better! We are becoming less materialistic and more understanding of how to gain and maintain generational wealth.. this is a fairly recent shift in the way of thinking though! It’s going to take time for older generations to unlearn the materialistic way of thinking (which has been passed down to their children) as a way of protection- they actually had to care what they looked like in order to be given a reasonable chance at success in society. Times have changed indeed. We no longer have to care how people look at us because we now can take advantage of opportunities that were not available to our elders... why would I (or anyone) care now what shoe I have on when I can put that money into Bitcoin (for example) where I know I’ll be able to buy that same shoe 1,000x’s over? My grandfather didn’t have that option. He needed to look the part to be taken seriously. We realize that we have the privilege now to be taken seriously no matter what we’re wearing.. We’re getting smarter. Slowly but surely.

[@mekabee9517]

Loving these panel conversations

[@arleneaugustahair8393]

I go to the clearance rack and keep it moving. I wear children’s size sneakers so they aren’t expensive. I always ask for a military discount on top of the clearance discount. 😩😩😩😩😩 I learned the stuff I know from a wealthy white lady. I get suited up for business things. Other than that, I will wear my tights, a t-shirt, sneakers and keep it pushing. Budget like crazy, make sure you have a slush fund so you can enjoy your hard labor and make sure your money makes money while you’re asleep. If you have to pay for medical bills, make sure you have an HSA (Health Savings Account). Make sure you have a Roth IRA. You definitely need it if your job doesn’t have any kind of 401K, 403b and so forth. Social security is ONLY to supplement what people have saved for retirement. Ladder CDs, get Bonds and so forth.

[@michelarosier1918]

The conversations in part II video is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@kcoop2577]

I luv Anthony's panels, bomb!!

[@ms.london3168]

I love the Panel please keep em coming!!!

[@injoyinmyself2018]

Fame is strong and unique to America due to the entertainment industry, that includes sport , as a result it creates individuals who are famous and wealthy , this two traits are highly valued and are emulated. One does not just want to look good because of image, in the society we treat people based on how they look. It applies to all cultures , how do we define wealth by image or what we own or something else?

[@MrOfficer235]

I can’t believe she said black people deserve luxury things. Wow

[@valeriecarre8967]

Luxury is first owning a business, property, not a bag. I don't care about the bag

[@brookechanelco.1035]

I think this conversation is tired and overdone. Why do we compare ourselves to whites and others? What about talking about helping young Black people to attain success and uplift the next generation? We need to talk what we can do to solve our problems. Systematically, we know that race does not provide us financial, educational and generational equity to white people. Let’s go deeper beyond the surface. How can we influence this generation and the next?

[@nonyab916]

Yes! Let’s stop comparing ourselves! White people are not the barometer by which we should measure our success.

[@wantitwrite]

Thank you because honestly most white people in America are broke, living off their credit cards and in debt. Listen to one episode of Dave Ramsey and you’ll see the madness going on in white America

[@Cahluvca]

Even if you don't compare...we...WE have regressed since the Jim Crow era in all aspects to include homeownership, wealth, etc. I agree with you 100% sista, many actually do give solutions but those solutions are put your head down and grind with group economics. We are fighting a engraved individualistic culture that has been going on for awhile now

[@leeb4799]

The Black community want Both, me personally neither. I want health and enough to live this life. This is going to be a good show!

[@sha_la007]

I see what you are saying. I will actually spend money on my health. I weight train and cycle outside and on an indoor smart trainer. Matter of fact, I host virtual rides for the group I ride with. Your health is wealth. Great comment!

[@leeb4799]

@@sha_la007 Thank you and I love the fact that you are putting words into actions. Lets keep it pushing one small area at a time, we will eventually get there.✌

[@sha_la007]

@@leeb4799 Excuse the typos. I cleaned them up🤦🏾‍♀️

[@jeremyrussell4177]

You must be comfortable in your own skin, I like nice things but price/ label isn’t the deciding factor.....priorities!!

[@Bepeze]

12:40 Hes so on it. THIS IS ALL FACTS UNFORTUNATELY.

[@stephonjones46]

The 5th generation CEO lady. Spoke with No depth. She should listen and absorb

[@maryt8600]

Because when you are 5th generation you don't have to. The goal is to get your family to the stage where you family can have members like that but not have them break your family.

[@coffeesreviewsTV]

@@maryt8600 I like her because she not in any struggle and worried about what bill gated has and how he dresses. She doesn't have to sell her house to live in an apartment for her business.

[@sshoegirl30004]

Great discussion! We need more of these real talk convos!! 💯💯

[@SteveDegener]

Well done AO.....please keep developing and posting videos on these issues......

[@kriswina22]

Love this series! These are thought provoking discussions. Thank you for doing this!

[@wackerpro]

AO THIS SERIES IS 🔥🔥🔥! Thank you for this! I was blessed again!

[@problactive285]

Of course I'll be watching this entire video but just to answer the question on the thumb nail, Blacks in American AND in other parts of the world want the look and feel of success but often times we do not want the struggles that come with it. In my opinion I do not think we know HOW to struggle to be wealthy we are only experts at struggling as oppressed people. In an optimistic sense I believe we are in a transition and in the years to come we will see a large shift in the collective Black consciousness towards learning how to become wealthy getting away form just looking "rich".

[@mhueman5446]

Become successful and you will look successful to yourself. People will see only through their eyes. Perception is tricky but you knowing your situation is better. Build wealth and obtain good health; don't worry be happy.

[@SediMha]

Anthony's facial expressions 🙌🙌🙌😂😂

[@elchapojr6219]

Dave Ramsey needs to reach out to the black community about budget and financial success

[@Dasecond88]

Takes less work to look like money than it takes to know your worth.

[@betterthanthedaybefore8090]

I am the average person and would not spend over $50 for a concert ticket. I was shocked to find out that some are paying $200+ for tickets. If your bills are paid and are able to pay for an emergency, it might not be anything wrong with it. But for me and most in the circle that I am in, that's a no-no.

[@imperialstats]

Exactly i dont even buy shoes more then 50$ i rather buy some knock offs then spend 100 to 200$ on some shoes they look the same anyways

[@smartmoneyken1243]

I can appreciate the sentiment of downsizing and I'm sure she did her due diligence when downsizing to a studio apartment, but wouldn't there have been a better investment in house hacking and having some ownership that's bringing in revenue? That's a real bag there.

[@stephonjones46]

The brother in the blue blazer stay educating the whole panel. He has a gift

[@stephanitolbert167]

I think this is a really good forum great panel. Keep it going!

[@sheba2430]

Sir, We are paying our light bill!!!

[@crw3673]

To answer the question of whether they want to be wealthy or just look wealthy? Sad to say more on average just want to look wealthy! When you think of the grind it really takes to be wealthy, the average person in my community is not interested in doing all that work! Most people I see are looking for the quick get rich. Whether it's playing the lottery, buying a imitation what ever or robbing and stealing to buy the official. The average person in my community is not looking to invest money into a business. Work hard and reinvest that money and save for a rainy day! Sad but true.

[@johnswife888]

I appreciate these panels and questions and responses!!!

[@1Bygone]

Much needed conversation!

[@mikemushipe6023]

The goal is to be rich, not to look rich.

[@MrJamestaylorjr]

We really need to have stats and also different ministers on the panel

[@dljohnson]

That's last brother was spot on

[@kadeng8085]

Thank you for blue suit for making sense out of this

[@shelbysittig1047]

Nothing wrong with dressing nice and the part. But please don’t equate looking like a million dollars and having a million dollars. You don’t have to spend a lot to look awesome and feel comfortable and confident.

[@alvinclarke5105]

Homeownership is the foundation of generational wealth, can we get our black leaders to encourage the black community to make this their #1 priority instead of what the government can do for us as a community. The average white net worth is $171,00 to black net worth of $17,000 that’s 10X more. Can we catch up say in 10 years, I think so but it starts with the man or woman in the mirror.

[@sheba2430]

“I sold my house because I won’t to be wealthy” ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@marcush219]

Best video of the series so far.

[@bridgespricelarae1578]

This is an extremely offensive title. Wealth is something that we are still left out of having even we when work like our ancestors. The legacy of racism is what we should be talking about. Of course blk ppl want wealth!

[@CloudTribe]

Bro with the pocket square was dropping absolute nukes in the 4th quarter of the video.

[@ericwilliams1023]

Low hanging fruit.. why even entertain these stereotypical conversations?

[@Harlem_Renaissance]

Is it stereotypical or is it some people's realities. Maybe those folks car jacking folks during a pandemic need to hear this...

[@ericwilliams1023]

@@Harlem_Renaissance do u even think that group of people are even watching these types of conversations? Aside from the fact that they are a small percentage of black people when you're talking about a larger very generalized conversation.

[@derrickmason7457]

@@ericwilliams1023 it doesn’t mean the conversation doesn’t need to be had because a certain percentage won’t talk about the error . Our community is in trouble. Most in government assistance , poverty, single family These things effect the growth of black America and the struggle. These conversations are needed

[@JRenae-uv5yx]

Honestly so you're right!

[@FeR-kt1jt]

The truth hurts. Coward don’t even wanna face the music