We had the good fortune of connecting with Robin J. Watkins and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Robin J., what is the most important factor behind your success?
The most important factor behind the success of The House of Wealth brand is Family/community. Family isn’t limited to those of the same bloodline. Family are those that teach, love, respect, trust, and go above and beyond to insure the House continues functioning according to the standard. We hold each other up and grow together.
Authenticity/transparency are the most important factors behind my personal achievements.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
So, The House of Wealth is a NPO/charity that was founded in 2018 as a resource agency for minority entrepreneurs. Our mission is to revitalize fractured communities while building healthier minority businesses. What sets us apart from others is choice. We choose to be chosen. Highlighting and supporting those that abide by that standard as well. That narrows the choices down. Not many realize the luxury of choosiness. Knowing what you are to do and only focusing on and giving way to whatsoever is conducive to the growth and development of the plan. The standard makes the stand out organic. Organically, any thing at its authentic state is automatically different from everything else. I am most proud of myself, for overcoming MANY obstacles and learning from every experience. I am excited about being here in this moment with You. I dreamed of conversations like this. Your presence is a manifestation. I am grateful!
Business wise, how did I get “here”? One word, consistency. I trusted my intuition, I believed in my dream even when life showed me the opposite side of it. When people called me crazy, I accepted the challenge. There’s still soooo much work to be done. However, We are here now. NOT EASY AT ALL! I made it so hard for myself! No Discipline, no structure, I didn’t listen or take advice, I took risk and chances without studying the playing field. I sacrificed everything. You can’t do this comfortable. CONSTANTLY REMIND YOURSELF WHY YOU ARE DOING WHAT YOU ARE DOING. Keep people around you that mirror your strength and abilities. ALL-WAYS keep a CLEAN House and REMEMBER THE STANDARD!
Some of the most simple things I learned was to trust myself, remain focused on my why, I learned that there are some REALLY amazing people on this planet, also Duality. As above so below. There’s always an opposite side. I learned that I am not for every-body. This brand isn’t for everyone. One thing I want the world to know about me is that I am here to assist YOU! Wealth is not only about money. Wealth is being abundant is all areas, creating something that outlives You. No one has to lose for You to win. Wealth starts with We. Everyone Wins. #ThisIsHOW #HouseOfWealth

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Ok… I like this change up. I would recommend
Food and entertainment
SOCIAL Birmingham on 20th Street S for affordable fine dining and drinks, EVERY DAY! With JT as your server!
Yo Chef & Ivy lounge (good food)
Dzire bar & lounge (ask for MeMe tell her I sent you)

Spa day at Ross Bridge finished off with a massage from SportsFlex ask for Sally!

Shopping at
Ishi boutique, Tre Haute’ Boutique, Fly V showroom

Study & Work
Polaris BHM Co-working space, CREED63 networking and co-working space.

Nature & Art
YOU HAVE TO VISIT THE Birmingham CIVIL RIGHTS museum and the 16th street Baptist Church.
Birmingham botanical gardens, Oak mountain state park, and Birmingham Art museum.

Package store
J&W package store (ask for Jarmaine tell him I sent you)

City walk is nice…
The last Saturday of each month 4-8pm the modern green book marketplace will be there. All black owned artists and farmers.
Pepperplace market on Saturday morning until 12noon all local farmers.

Church
The Rock City church Pastor Mike Jr.

Yoga
Inglenook Yoga (first black studio in Birmingham)

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Wow, such a thoughtful idea. I’d have to shoutout ElRae Harris of Moments Entime Media for holding me to the standard, Trusting me, and believing in me. Len Harris of Radical Ventures Group for walking with me, Tarrying and praying.
All Credit and Praise to God for the Angel’s he assigned to my life and mission.

Website: Www.TheHouseOfWealth.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehouseofwealth_?igsh=MTF6eGxiY2I2bWF0bw==

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHouseOfWealthInc?mibextid=eQY6cl

Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheHouseOfWealth_

Image Credits
Richie Carter Photography, Moments EnTime Media.

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