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Entrepreneurship Boot Camp 2010

With myriad challenges facing the global economy, small businesses, including minority-owned enterprises, increasingly are being turned to for long-term solutions to revive ailing economies. Long recognized by political and business leaders as the engine of growth for the economy, small businesses, and the entrepreneurial sector in general, are garnering a great deal of attention from policymakers and corporate decisionmakers alike.The TNJ/NMBC Entrepreneurship Boot Camp program takes into consideration the state of the current U.S. and global economies and how these realities are changing the roles and attitudes of today’s business and social entrepreneurs. Designed for two specific groups, the program is limited to 30 individuals to ensure that each participant gets the maximum benefit from the experience. The target groups for participation are:• Individuals transitioning from employee to entrepreneur. These could be victims of downsizing, retirees or just persons planning to make a change.• New entrepreneurs -- those who have been in business less than two years.Schedule for 2010A two-day class will be held in New York City each quarter this year, at Bank of New York Mellon, 101 Barclay Street, New York, NY, 10286. Classes run from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. The schedule is as follows:• Friday, March 19 - Saturday, March 20;• Friday, June 18 - Saturday, June 19;• Friday, September 24 - Saturday, September 25;• Friday, December 3 - Saturday, December 4.Application/Registration
Individuals who wish to attend the Boot Camp must submit an application (see below). A team comprising representatives of the three Boot Camp sponsors reviews all applications and selects the finalists for participation. Application forms are available on line at www.nmbc.org/newpage_05.html [1], or by calling 212-693-5050. The fee for each participant is $150.Program OutlineSession 1, Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.: This session covers Introduction/Orientation; Defining the Entrepreneur; Marketing/Sales; SWOT Technique; Introduction to Business Plan. Participants are given an overnight assignment utilizing the SWOT technique in the development of a Business Plan.Session 2: Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This session covers Business Plan Review (in break-out groups); Preparing the Business Plan; Managing Finances and Human Resources.Each session includes a summary of the topics covered and Q&A.INSTRUCTORSMichael GanslGansl is a successful, hands-on entrepreneur specializing in working with teams of individual contributors to implement revenue and business growth opportunities.His extensive experience includes developing sales teams and sales and marketing strategies for early-stage and mature companies. He was president and CEO of Netlan Interactive for 15 years and led the company to the forefront of the network systems integration market.Don Green, President CEO, Sunsplash ProductionsA seasoned entrepreneur and educator, Green has developed companies with a global reach and impact. He lectures at several universities in the fields of marketing, management, entrepreneurship and small business management and international business. He is the co-founder of the internationally acclaimed Reggae Sunsplash music festival, in Jamaica, West Indies.Fritz-Earle Mc Lymont, Managing Partner, Mc Lymont, Kunda & Co.Fritz-Earle started his entrepreneurial career in management consulting in the late 1960s, followed by ventures in manufacturing, transportation services and tourism. He currently operates an international trade and business development company, with clients in the United States, Africa and the Caribbean. He is a co-founder of the National Minority Business Council Inc., and creator of its Global program.
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Is Network Marketing Lucrative?

I remember hearing about network marketing and immediately thought “scams” where it was to good to be true. I held on to that for years. I recently began researching companies that came out with products that appeared to be good. I found many had a lot in common in there approach. I would like to share some of that information with you because when you are uneducated you can make costly mistakes or fail to see when a reputable company comes along.I use to cringe when folks would attempt to aggressively recruit me because of my position with people. It was difficult for me to say, NO because I wasn’t armed with information. My past experience as an educated has proved to be key when dealing with people about products and services.RED FLAGS!!!!!!!!!!NOW IS THE TIME!ASK FOR LARGE AMOUNT TO GET IN!NOT LISTED OR DOESN’T HAVE A GOOD RATING *BBB or Direct SalesONLY THE FOLKS ON TOP GET PAIDCOMPENSATION PLAN NOT SOLIDUSES AGGRESSIVE SALES TACTICSTREND PRODUCTWhen you see these types to things you need to stay away from these ideas because they can get you in a lot of trouble with those you bring into the business and those you sell to.GREAT INDICATORS!!!!!!!!GREAT PRODUCT OR SERVICESMALL START UP COSTSOLID COMPANYGREAT COMPENSATION PLANFOCUSES ON TEAM BUILDINGOFFERS TO ALL *meaning products can be for entire household*NO TERRITORY ISSUESYOUR EFFORTS COUNT TOWARDS YOUOFFER GREAT TRAININGANYTIME IS A GOOD TIME TO JOINIf you see these kinds of offers and can prove them you have just found a solid network marketing company that can yield you anywhere from 500-10,000 month. In the business that I am in people approach me all the time about joining their teams. I can’t take the risk of getting caught up in a company that will not be around. I encourage you to do your research before you jump in.I have been afforded the opportunity to be a part of two great companies like Prepaid Legal and Arbonne International. Please research both companies and you will find they are solid and have great compensation plans.Please call me if you have any questions @901-553-8901or email me sharenrooks@gmail.com

This is what you get when you "TELL IT" All RVP get a FREE white Mercedes with Arbonne.
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“Power of 10 Gaining Empowerment in 10 minutes, 10 words, 10 people”is a powerful tool that will cause senior executives, middle management or anyone in a leadership capacity to evaluate how they are procuring the American dream of success. Mrs. Spence declares that the necessity to review the corporate road to success, will prevent a premature headstone with no meaning for the “dash” that separates the beginning from the end. With more then 17 years of corporate management experience, Mrs. Spence is grateful for her faith and those that have made an impact in her life and thus she is sharing it through The Power of 10 Gaining Empowerment in 10 minutes, 10 words, 10 people.RetreatThe need for work/life balance in America is among the number one problems for corporate executives and leadership teams across the county. Each workshop is conducted with a maximum of 10 leaders to ensure a positive, intimate and eventual learning environment. Training is recommended to take place off site away from participant’s usual place of business to provide a change in scenery and increase focused energy.ReflectThis positive environment fosters self-evaluation of life priorities and provides steps to regroup and bring about the very necessary need for change to life/work balance.ImplementMrs. Spence has captured steps for each executive to read and evaluate their current state. This workshop along with her book restores empowerment through small steps of 10.Over the years corporate America has changed it’s culture and environment to improve the companies focus on R.R.I. (Retreat, Reflect, Implement) with various programs to address the life/work balance and mental health of their employees. The “Power of 10” is that workshop that reinforces the corporate commitment which ultimately improves the company's R.O.I through R.R.I.
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Be Prepared

Whose motto was Be Prepared? Who knew that this motto would be effective for the rest of my life. As a young girl, I was a part of the Girls Scout and that was our motto. These two simple yet powerful words have made an impact in all areas of my life. Being prepared is something that is necessary to handle sudden changes, challenges and everyday issues.We are now offering training workshops to various businesses. Our initial target audience was to the health care facilities. The workshops are targeted to improve relations with the internal and external clients as this makes a marked difference in the success of one’s business.In sharing the growth and development at a networking event, I was asked to present the workshop for a corporate company. I accepted the opportunity as it occurred to me that the training would be beneficial for anyone in business. It was well received and now we are receiving more requests that are outside of the market we thought would best benefit from our service. Now we are traveling to cities/towns across the country.This is to encourage you to not only network but be ready to adjust to the requests that may assist you in the growth of your business. Remember you should always Be Prepared!
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Shows and Workshops in Chicago and Jacksonville

I will be a part of Orbert Davis’ Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Concert in tribute to Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday on Monday, July 21 at 6:30PM at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park in Chicago. The concert, “Hope is Action,” is free to the public.On Sunday, July 27, at 3PM, I will be performing T'Keyah Live!... Mostly: A True Variety Show with my friend Darryl Rueben Hall, at the Stage Aurora Performance Hall, (Inside Gateway Town Center), 5188 Norwood Avenue in Jacksonville, FL. This show is part of the Aurora Jacksonville Black Art Festival, which runs July 24-30, 2008. Call (904) 765-7373 for tickets.On Monday July 28, I will conduct an actors’ workshop, Tools of the Trade – Stage, a comprehensive session which prepares new actors for success in their theatrical careers.On Tuesday July 29, I will conduct an actors’ workshop, Tools of the Trade – Monologues, an intensive session wherein I will work with student to deconstruct and rebuild their monologues to bring out their best performance.Each workshop is $75. Work/study is available for festival volunteers. Class size is very limited. Call (904) 765-7373 to register.
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