Posts

Showing posts from June 8, 2014

Is Donald Sterling Right? By Johnetta G. Paye, Esq.

Image
THE STERLING QUESTION – DO AFRICAN AMERICANS GIVE BACK? For the past few weeks, former LA Clipper’s owner, Donald Sterling’s derogatory comments have been heatedly discussed in the news and on social media. Sterling attempted to clarify his comments in an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper. During the interview, he stated, “That's one problem I have. Jews, when they get successful, they will help their people. And some of the African Americans, maybe I'll get in trouble again, they don't want to help anybody.” Donald Sterling's comments implied that African Americans do not give back to their community and lift each other up. IS DONALD STERLING CORRECT? Sterling's musings on African Americans has played out in my own life. My father emigrated from the West African nation of Liberia to pursue higher education. He eventually settled in Minnesota because there is a large Liberian community in the Twin Cities.  My mother joined my father in th

The Love We Lost By Terry D.

Image
No, life is not the same, and yes, life is more complicated now, and there are way more variables that are in play now, but let's talk about the foundations that were not negotiable, when our parents dated, the ones they hoped to pass onto us, and how they held their marriages together, in spite of... None of these lessons start when you're grown.  These values are put into motion early.  If we want change, if we want the divorce rate to decrease, and the marriage rate to increase  among African-Americans, we have to be the change agents! The Foundation - They Took Us To Church All of us knew that Sunday morning was reserved for church.  For that matter, a few more days of the week as well.  Even if we didn't want to be there, we went, participated, and the seed was being planted and rooted, but somehow along the way, we began giving our children a choice, as we attended service on Sunday, as they stayed home and slept.  Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in th

Raising at Mini Mogul: The Good, The Bad, The call for help By Tammira Lucas

Image
If you have been following my blogs or me you know that I talk a lot about being a Mompreneur and anything BUSINESS, BALANCE & BABIES. This time I decided to do something a little different with my blog. I wanted to give you real life insight on my life and the obstacles I go through as I balance various parts of my life. I started my business www.ryannscloset.com with my daughter in mind. As she got older I transitioned her into being the CEO of the business. It’s nothing more I love then growing a business with my daughter. But raising a “Mini Mogul” is not EASY. Ryann plays a huge part in our business and it is actually really good to run a business with her because instead of finding sitters for her when I have to do business she is right by my side. But she is still 3 and it is important for me to always ensure she lives her childhood. Now because Ryann is an entrepreneur she is different from other 3 year olds. She has Television interviews, radio interviews and meeti

Faster! Better! Stronger! Again! By Kamilah Paden

Image
Every Saturday, I find myself in a cycle class with an instructor in my “earhole” saying one thing, “Faster.” He doesn’t ask me what class I took yesterday or what I’m doing later. “FASTER!” He doesn’t ask me if I’m tired, if I’m depressed, or if I need a hug. “FASSTTEER!” He will leave on only one condition … if I go faster.  And regardless of how I’m feeling, I find a way to do it. You can find a way, also. If you’re on The BOSS Network, there is something you want.  It may be a whisper deep in the crevices of your soul or a shout from the rooftops. And I want to see you succeed because I believe everyone has the ability to be more than they ever dreamed. If you haven’t realized your dream, but you know what’s happening on the latest episode of “Love & Hip Hop.” Turn off that television. Get to work. Wilma Rudolph – Olympic Gold Medal Winning Sprinter survived bouts of polio and scarlet fever. She needed a brace for her twisted leg and orthopedic shoes until s

Are You Prepared for Success? By Deborah Gray-Young

Image
How are you prepared to take on your next goal or task?  Are you prepared for the next opportunity that presents itself?  It seems like a simple enough question with either yes or no for an answer.  However, it’s a little more complex than that.  If you answered yes you are prepared, the next logical question is: how have you prepared and have you prepared effectively? Whether you are employed in the private or public sector or own a business, your level of preparation can have a significant impact on your success. There are at least 4 levels of preparation.  Which level of preparation do you employ most often?  None No preparation.  Flying by the seat of your pants Cursory Review of information or materials that is just enough to get by Moderate Have reviewed materials in advance of discussion and possibly made notes and ready to participate and contribute Thorough Reviewed all information or materials t