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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFraserNet's “Succeeding in Tough Times” 2009 PowerNetworking Conference Gives African American's a 10 Point Economic Plan for Succeeding in Today's EconomyApril 2, 2009, ATLANTA, GA - According to FraserNet founder George Fraser, African-Americans should not wait on the government to solve the community's current economic issues, but rather start empowering themselves to improve their own economic realities. Dr. Fraser says, “Blacks need their own economic stimulus plan. In tough times your relationships and networks are critical, they are your lifeline to weathering this economic storm.”Additionally Fraser says, “We cannot expect others to do for us that which we are not willing to do for ourselves. Thus, our conference is a network of thousands who come together each year to share, educate and empower each other through networking. When they leave our conference they know how to get more clients, how to build their businesses and accelerate their careers through networking.”FraserNet, Inc. (www.frasernet.com) today announced that the theme ‘Success Runs In Our Race, Lead. Change. Focus. and Succeeding In Tough Times' has been chosen for the June 2009 PowerNetworking Conference. The conference is known for attracting top talent from the African-American business community. Workshops, panels, two luncheons, National Town Hall Meeting, and networking will all be happening from June 25-27 at the Marriott Atlanta Marquis in downtown Atlanta. Confirmed appearances include Marc Morial, Les Brown, Ed Gordon, Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Bev Smith, Dr. Farrah Gray, Jeff Johnson, George Curry, Rev. Otis Moss Jr., Dr. Roosevelt Thomas and Janice Bryant Howroyd. In addition, at this year's conference there will be special awards presentations, business exhibits, a special luncheon to celebrate six phenomenal Black Women, and a new feature; “The Elevator Pitch Olympics,” where entrepreneurs can have their business propositions evaluated by a panel of investment experts. This year's sponsors include: Ford, The Home Depot, Delta, Alcoa, Anheuser Busch, Chevron, Chick-fil-A, Cleveland Clinic, Coca-Cola, Colgate-Palmolive, Compro Tax, Constant Contact, DataFax, Dell, Exelon, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Hewlett Packard, LESCO, Nielsen, Pitney Bowes, Prudential Financial, State Farm, Turner Construction, UPS, U.S. Cellular, Wells Fargo, Wendy's, Weyerhaeuser.About FraserNet:FraserNet is a global leadership network committed to economic development through education, training and empowerment for Black people. Its focus is to train, educate and equip Black people with new skills, new thinking, and new approaches for personal, professional and financial success in the 21st Century. FraserNet has been producing the PowerNetworking Conference for 8 years.George C. Fraser is Chairman & CEO of FraserNet Inc. He is considered by many to be one of the most important voices in Black America and one of the foremost authorities on networking and building effective relationships. His newest book Click: 10 Truths For Building Extraordinary Relationships (McGraw-Hill 2008) is a national best seller.Mr. Fraser is the author of two additional books: Success Runs In Our Race; The Complete Guide to Effective Networking in the African American Community (a critically acclaimed bestseller) and Race For Success: The Ten Best Business Opportunities for Blacks in America. Both were published by HarperCollins. Mr. Fraser is also the publisher of the award-winning SuccessGuide Worldwide; The Networking Guide to Black Resources.More information about the conference and registration for the 2009 PowerNetworking Conference is available on www.frasernet.com or www.powernetworkingconference.com or at 216-691-6686 extension 330, attn: Bria RiceMedia Contact(s): Debra Dixon, Light of Gold PR, Marketing and Consulting LLC646-278-5658 (NY), 917-385-1079email: mediainquiries@lightofgoldpr.com or brice@frasernet.com- end -
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BLACK BUSINESS BUILDERS CLUB ANNOUNCES IT UPCOMING APPEARANCE IN BLACK ENTERPRISE MAGAZINE
The June, 2009 issue of Black Enterprise Magazine will feature a one-third page advertisement promoting the Black Business Builders Club -- an online organization created to promote Black business awareness through networking, entrepreneurial training, education and cooperative economics.The ad is one of many projects initiated by the independent Black Business Builders Worldwide Advertising Cooperative (BBBW1) which is bringing together members of the Black Business Builders Club to buy shares for the advertisement in the upcoming June issue.The Black Business Builders Club is brainchild of Lee Green, chairman of the National Black Business Trade Association (NBBTA). Established in 1993, the NBBTA’s stated mission is to “uplift, inspire, educate, empower and promote the benefits of Black business ownership and entrepreneurship to consumers, businesses, foreign entities and governments worldwide.”After the 2007 launching of Black Business Space, a successful social network targeting entrepreneurs and consumers, Green established the Black Business Builders Club in March, 2008, to continue his life’s work of promoting Black business awareness, as well as offer a funding program which pays members for sharing information about the organization’s mission and benefits.The Black Business Club members who are coming together as BBBW1 have developed this latest initiative with Black Enterprise Magazine because it “maximizes our ability to reach a very large national market targeting our business niche.”.
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Prosperity of the spirit comes about only with focused action and intention. It is not like cashing a check and seeing the goods you purchased.Every action is not a transaction there is not a tangible exchange or payoff for every thing we do in life.We operate in a system of values that is supposed to come from our family through the people that care for us and raise us.We learn to be honest individuals functioning as productive people responsible for representing our family as good citizens and respectable representations of our parents.Struggle and trauma can make us feel empty and disconnected from our very own family, like an outcast that one understands.Continue ReadingAfrican American Family Connection magazine promotes family values through original content and articles relating to the traditions, history, culture and social-environmental issues that challenge the quality of life for the black family. Omitunde, Creative Director http://www.africanamericanfamilyconnection.com
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This seminar is only for people who believe in prosperity!

Great! Since this includes you, read on.Recognize prosperity and correct your views about money.Gain the tools you will need to discover what is blocking your prosperity and change your views about money and wealth.Examine the milestones we experience in life that influence our attitude and values around money.Believe that you deserve the best and can receive it.We all want to pursue happiness by living a comfortable life and having all the things we want.Do you find that prosperity and wealth stays just beyond your reach?How do you get in your own way?* We can see prosperity when someone else has it.* Is there a difference in having money or wealth?* What does prosperity mean to you?* What are your symbols of prosperity.Send in your Prosperity Questions in advance to network@aafamilyconnection.comFacillator: Omitunde, mentor and creator of African American Family Connection “Kitchen Table Wisdom for A Stronger African American Family”®AAFC empowers families locally, nationally and globally to establish and reclaim a presence as a viable positive force for change. http://www.africanamericanfamilyconnection.comThe Teleseminar will be April 23rd, 2009Start time 7:00 p.m. EST (East Coast Time)AAFC Conference Line:218.486.1616 (Access Code Sent after Confirmation)So put the kids to bed early, get yourself settled and join us.

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How To Prepare for the Coming Economic Boom

It is now the time to get ready to take advantage of the turn in the economy.Just like when a person go surfing, they don't get on the board or wave afterafter it is crested. Right now is the time to continue the work to positionyourself to take advantage of the coming demand.One of the first things to consider is did you set up anything to catch people.Do you have a way to have people pay you online? Do you have a way toretain those people all those things are important questions.Each of those items is covered with the Black Business Builders Club. Eachmember gets a copy of The Black Folks Guide to Making Money on the Internet,which covers each step necessary for building a successful online business.Below I want share with you more about building your Personal Economic Boom.Check it out here:Prepare for you Personal Economic BoomI can start seeing good results from getting the helpI need and can see now how I will easily double my affiliatesales in the next months using this system.Believe me, you will be thanking me for showing it toyou. I know you are busy, and I also have to get backto my normal marketing, but I just had to make sure youhad a chance to review this.Prepare for your personal economic boomIf not, do so now. As I said, I need to get back toother things, it would just be a shame if you missedout on this while so many others have taken advantageof this great system.
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Do You Know James Ingram the Artist from Akron OH

The latest music of one of my favorite artist and someone knew from my hometown is so awesome I want everyone to be blessed with this music as I have been for most of my life. James Ingram and I grew up in the same neighborhood, in Akron, Ohio and his music is so familiar to me.James has an extensive collection of music from Revelation Funk of the 1970’s to singing back up with Ray Charles and everyone remembers PYT “Pretty Young Thang” and “Secret Garden” just to mention a few of his talents.I have listened to his parents sing in church, his brother play the organ in church and stood next to his sister in our high school choir. Yes the entire family is talented and deeply Spiritual. This latest work brings back memories of that sleepy little industrial town where everyone worked at the rubber factory and went to church.His latest work reminds me of high school football games, summer picnics at Turkeyfoot Lake and going to church. “Stand in the Light” is reminiscent of Sunday school followed by morning service and a dinner after church already prepared waiting to be reheated.The testimony of a neighbor or someone “shouting” and being filled with the Spirit that morning in church inspired you to make a new commitment to yourself to be better because it could always be worse and that you could be in someone else’s shoes.In Don’t Let Go he sings of what his father taught him about lessons learned and enduring life on life’s terms. His family was a strong presence in the church as I remember them.Continue ReadingOmitunde, Publisher of African American Family ConnectionAn online magazine about African American Family values, traditions, and culture.Visit AAFC for the latest issue each month and a copy of "The Ripple Effect" E-Coursehttp://www.africanamericanfamilyconnection.com
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On Sat, 2/21/09, TAG TEAM launched the new Black Business Network 4.0. The new program and website is phenomenal. The Black Business Network will be THE PLACE that Black people all over the world come to, in order to find Black-owned businesses. There are already over 22,000 Black people committed to buy Black everday who are members of the online communityWatch the Broadcast of the Launch Party Right Now! TAG TEAM recorded last night’s event and the taped broadcast of this event is available to view right now! You will be able to watch the launch event online. Although there is no fee to watch the Internet broadcast, you must be a member of the online community to have access to view. Just visit www.tagteammarketing.com/TeamDollar to set up your free account, then click on the Black Business Network banner in the upper left hand corner. A window shoud open for you that has a button that says Play Video.If you are a Black Business Owner, Entrepreneur, Network Marketer or someone dreaming of starting a business, just sit back and watch one of the greatest online events for Black people you have ever seen right now!"I don't have to apologize to anybody for being Black, because God almighty knew EXACTLY what he was doing when he made me Black!" "God and nature first made us what we are, and then out of our own created genius we make ourselves what we want to be." - Marcus GarveyDarlene RobinsonIndependent MarketerTAG TEAM Marketing International, Inc.Email: mauddarlene.robinson@yahoo.com

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Black History Month Specials

You know everyone talks about Black History Month in a respectful way but do you really see an increase in your sales in the African American Business community? When will these products be as valuable to our society,and serve a purposful culture in this society?We should support our businesses in action and not thought. We need a bail out with a strategy, let me suggest you spend at least a percentage of your earnings this month on something solely made to mark this occasion and you can begin by this visiting this site now, and tell me how you feel about it, maybe you might even order something for your family, http://www.kenterose.yourafricanmarket.com.Thank you for reading this post.

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This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine

Aging in the African American Community

"This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine." My granddaughter sang this song to me to remind me to be present and available for my family to be thankful for my health and ability to maintain good health.It is awesome that I can play games with her and prepare my own meals, bathe myself, dress myself and maintain my own daily survival. There are many of my peers in my age group that cannot take care of themselves.Remember when grandma could watch the children and cook a big holiday meal, or granddad would repair our car and give us money when we needed it. When their health began declining and they needed us, we were not available.Omitunde, Publisher of African American Family ConnectionAn online magazine about African American Family values and community.Visit AAFC for the latest issue each month and a copy of "The Ripple Effect".http://www.africanamericanfamilyconnection.com
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A Prescription for What Ails Sisters

Sisters, if you are stressed out, your self-confidence has taken a vacation and you are not where you want to be in life, just remember that our lives are a series of ebbs and flows. We, as Black women, must continue to do 3 things:1. Believe that we are worth "it" whatever "it" is for you. "It" could be a successful business, successful romantic relationship, our dream home, our dream career, good health, more money than we know what to do with - the list is endless.2. Stop being afraid or too proud to ask for help. All you have to do is ask. More people will say "yes" than those who will say "no." Those who say "no" are not meant to be a part of your success.3. Stop worrying. Ten years ago I heard author Iyanla Vanzant speak in Atlanta and I took shorthand (yea, I'm that old) notes during her talk; still have the notes and you know what she said about worrying? Do you remember as a kid in school when they told us in case our clothes catch on fire, we are to stop, drop, and roll? Well, whatever is worrying you (which manifests itself as low self-confidence) stop worrying, drop trying to figure it out or work it out and roll it into God's hands.This is Dr. Carmin's prescription for what ails me and my sisters.Carmin Wharton is a home-based business expert and the founder of e-BlackWomenNetwork.com, a membership community designed to take businesses owned by women of color from start up to prosperity. Carmin's mission is to help women earn what they're worth and make it big in their home-based business on their own terms.
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A Bird’s Eye View on Wedding Dresses

A Bird’s Eye View on Wedding DressesHow this Photographer sees it

The Wedding dress is one of the most important details of the day. Everyone wonders “what is the bride wearing”? “What is she going to look like”? Therefore having seen hundreds of wedding dresses as the owner of a photography business I wanted to give some thoughts and advice that I hope will be considered regarding this most photographed item on the wedding day.Let’s start with that trip to the bridal salon, I recently spoke at a seminar and mentioned that mothers are probably not the best person for the bride to take when shopping for her wedding gown unless mom is a fashion icon and she knows a lot about wedding dresses. I felt like that woman in the bible who had just been caught in the act of adultery, I really thought I was going to be stoned to death, a few of the mothers in that room were more than a little annoyed with me. .My point simply was that mothers are often driven by emotions, this after all is their baby getting married and they may be a bit overwhelmed by all of the details involved in selecting the one item that sets the Maybe your mom didn’t have the wedding of her dreams but wants that for you; it is only natural that she will be a touch emotional, mom may not see that her daughter may spend the big day looking like a gigantic wedding cake, or a throw back from the Victorian era. stage for this big dayAdditionally the bride is often under enormous pressure to make others happy and may not have the intestinal fortitude it takes to stand up to mom and say I don’t want this, especially if mom and dad are shelling out any of the money for the wedding.Obviously not every dress looks great on every one, you must consider your height, weight, complexion, hair & eye coloring when you make this significant purchase. Would your body type look great in a strapless dress or a ball gown? Would your skin coloring favor white, ivory or eggshell or another color? Do you like beading if so how much? What about lace? What about the fabric? Chiffon or satin? What fabric works best for you? Trying on several different styles of wedding gowns, made by a variety of manufacturers can give you a great sense of what is available in the market place. The things I havementioned are but a few of the many considerations in selecting this garment. Finally you may have to make alterations make sure to ask the bridal salon what they can and cannot do. You must be precise and specific about what must be done to avoid very costly mistakes especially in the area of alterations. Brides go alone, or take a very trusted friend not the whole crew of screaming girlfriends with you to the bridal salon. You may also keep in mind that loved ones and friends won’t want to hurt your feelings about how you look as you try on your wedding gown.You may also keep in mind that loved ones and friends won’t want to hurt your feelings about how you look as you try on your wedding gown. A quick note most salons have a sales staff that will give good advice but keep in mind that the salon is in business to make money.Don’t make the decision in a hurry; don’t buy the first thing you try on, and for heaven’s sake don’t just try on one dress. When selecting your wedding dress also consider the season of your wedding. A sleeveless dress in February in Aspen probably won’t cut it, so don’t forget the time and season of the year. Best wishes on finding the dress that best represents who you are on that all important day.Go to the shop when you’re restedGo when the shop is slow, take a day off work if necessary, Friday evenings and Saturdays are almost always busy and you may not get the kind of service you requirePlease have the right undergarments when you go, most shops have the proper bras but it would be worth the investment for you to buy one for the purpose of trying on gownsOnce you make the decision on the dress come prepared to put a deposit on the gown.Other Points for Great Wedding Day Photos:Rest the night before the wedding puffy eyes show in photosGet a great makeup artistGet something to eat; a hungry bride is not a happy brideHire a wedding planner at least for the day of, stress really does show in photosRelax and have a great day!This article provided by Carla Rein of MorningStar Photography to reach MorningStar go towww.morningstarphotography.com
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Blessings and greetings to all of my online friends! This is Darlene Robinson of TAG TEAM Marketing giving you a friendly reminder of this Saturday’s launch party for… The Phenomenal Black Business Network 4.0 in Atlanta, GA…. Unfortunately, I can’t get to Atlanta this weekend to attend in person because of a business commitment,… but I am so excited about watching the internet broadcast of this event online, on Sunday, February 22, 2009,…that I am throwing a watch party here in Orlando to share this event with other positive Black people right here in my community!So consider this your personal invitation to attend the live Black Business Network 4.0 launch party in Atlanta on Saturday, February 21, 2009.. Don’t forget you can also watch the rebroadcast on your computer… in the comfort of your home on Sunday, February 22, 2009.. for FREE!You can register to reserve you seat, or internet viewing slot at… www.tagteammarketing.com/TeamDollar by clicking on EVENTS,... select the date… and click REGISTER…. Although this event is free… you must be a member of the TAG TEAM online community to have access... After the event,.. shoot me an email to let me know what you thought…Well that’s it for now,… I will be back at cha next week with more event updates from TAG TEAM Marketing…. Remember TEAM stands for Together Everyone Achieves More!Until next time have a blessed and prosperous day,… your friend Darlene Robinson.


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Expert Wedding Photographer Balks at the Idea of a Lack of Diversity in Wedding IndustryMorningstar Photography Says Black, Indian and Asian Women Get Married Too

Columbia, MD (BlackNews.com) - While weddings are their expertise, many major celebrities and notables such as baseball Hall of Famer Dwight Gooden, iconic anchorman Roger Mudd, Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele, Congressman Elijah Cummings, and Hollywood producer Cleveland O'Neil have all found their way in front the lens of a MorningStar photographer.While serving every possible client MorningStar has broken away from the herd and focused primarily on the ethnic client. "There is an assumption out there that Black, Indian and Asian women don't get married as frequently as everyone else, it may be statistically true but it is not borne out by the people who come to us."Gone are the days of the couple looking longingly into each other's eyes. Today MorningStar Photography focuses on the nuances of the wedding day: mothers who cry, bridesmaids who aren't always happy at the altar, an engagement ring on the heel of a bride's shoe, a bride's expression as her sorority sisters wish her the best for her future. These are the memories that make each wedding unique, and that MorningStar strives to capture.Focusing on ethnic weddings as a niche market has allowed MorningStar to blaze a trail in the past ten years producing eye-popping images for the client, no matter who they are. High end boutique photography is available for the senator's daughter as well as the sanitation worker's daughter. MorningStar has spectatcular packages for almost every budget.While MorningStar focuses on a diverse clientele, the owners of this company also represent the America that Barack Obama hopes for and would be most proud of. Alan Rein, a Jewish man, and his wife, Carla, who was born in Trinidad, are the driving force behind the day-to-day operations of this small, hands-on, thriving enterprise. The Reins know diversity because they live it in their everyday lives.Carla commented "We don't do fast food photography, it takes time and patience to create beautiful images. It's the eye behind the lens that matters most, not a photographer's ability to Photoshop."MorningStar Photography recently did a showcase at the Gathering Place in Clarksville, MD where potential clients were able to view MorningStar's immense catalog of work.MorningStar can be reached directly at www.morningstarphotography.com or to schedule an appointment with MorningStar simply call in the Balto-DC Metro area 410-730-7515 or 1-888-294-1417 toll free. MorningStar also works both nationally and internationally.CONTACT:Carla Rein410-730-7515888-294-1417 toll-free
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BLACK BUSINESS BUILDERS CELEBRATE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY...YOU SHOULD BE PART OF THIS CLUBHello , The BBBC celebrate 1 year Anniversary. I simply say Enough Talk Take Action.Here is the info. As soon as you become part of the BBBC, contact me at juniques@yahoo.com. 623-455-6364I will show you how my team will reach thousands oflike minded people to grow this business.RickeyBBBC member # 84Copy and Paste the link provided into your brower or use click here option

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Go Getta's Magazine Launched Now!!!!

Welcome and thank you for taking out the time to read my blog post. I have just recently launched an online magazine called Go Getta's Magazine, by women, for women. This magazine is to empower women of size. I have dedicated this issue to our Black History month and Valentine's Day.WE are also looking for some contributing writers, that have something to say.Please go to www.gogettamagazine.webs.com and join our site and automatically be entered in our monthly drawing.

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