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Don't set your goals too low.....

Posted by Cathleen Thomas on January 15, 2010 at 8:17pm

If you don’t need much, you won’t become much.–Jim Rohn (Jim Rohn’s Weekly E-zine – July 1, 2003)“All things that are truly great are at first thought impossible.” ~ Friedrich Nietzsche …Passive income is a dream of mine, it always has been. My husband is the active income earner in our family & with the active income comes the days and weeks without him home (one reason I am a stay at home mother). I have worked for active income and while I like the camaraderie I cannot say I always liked how my life was dictated in an effort to earn that active income; the late hours or working on Saturdays, the do more with less attitude. There are some items though that I do not want to give up to be a stay at home mother, things some say are impossible to have as a stay at or work from home mother. That is crap!Have you said year after year that you want to take the kids to Disneyland? Or maybe another house? Maybe all you want is to be able to get a paycheck and not have it already claimed by bills. I understand, for 2-3 years I have been saying I want to move yet not actually doing anyhting getting us close to being able to move. This new year we went over finances and determined what we would need to do to get where we want to go. We set a GOAL and it is kinda high up there.The major reason for setting a goal is for what it makes of you to accomplish it. What it makes of you will always be the far greater value than what you get.–Jim RohnYou don’t have to want to be crazy rich, maybe what you want is to be extremely comfortable. As in…-still take nice vacations,-drive a car that is not a traffic hazard (notice I did not say new),-have a house that is a makes you smile when you drive up to it,-have 6 months of living expenses in your money market account,-not have to put off your childs fup dentist appt because you can’t swing the copay on the work they need-be able to give to charities like you really want toWhat is it you want to fund? How are you going to get there? What is your dream/goal ?Got it, good! Now what are you willing to give up for it? Do you just want another job or do you want an income stream that may take some time to build but will leave you with time & money in the end?If you want the time and money look into passive income.Always Progressing.....

(Prices inside!) Get low cost professional graphic design Services from Allure Design Graphics!

Posted by Jubilee Jones on January 15, 2010 at 6:39pm

Greetings all!Start the new year off for your business, events, and ministries with low cost professional graphic design services from Allure Design Graphics!It's time to step your game up and go to the next level! No matter the size, your ventures can look like you spend (and make) 1,000's of dollars for advertisements for just a few dollars spent! Let Allure Design Graphics create the glitz and glam for your ads! Contact me and let's get started!Flyer design - $35Web banner - $35 (non- flash), $50 (Flash or Gif)Websites - $600 - 5 custom pages, includes 1 year domain registration, 3 months free hostingLogos - $275 - Includes registration, non registered - $175Visit http://www.alluredesigngraphics.com or email Jubilee Jones: jubilee@alluredesigngraphics.com for details and to get started on blinging your ads and website!Thank you, hope to hear from you soon!Jubilee JonesAllure Design Graphicswww.alluredesigngraphics.comjubilee@alluredesigngraphics.com

New Cash Rewards Program on BBWO

Posted by LaShanda Henry on January 15, 2010 at 4:55pm

I love that BBWO members have a place, this place to Network with other Women Entrepreneurs and promote their businesses BUT in 2010 I want members to be able to do one more thing... Now you can earn Cash Rewards for referring your friends, family, and business associates to the new Sistas Making Money webpage on BBWO. If the sistas you refer purchase any or all of the eBooks and eCourses on the Sistas Making Money page, you will get 30% of the profits! My Small Business Guides have generated thousands of dollars in revenue for me and I want to now give you a chance to make a profit as well. How do you get started? All you have to do is join my FREE Affiliate Program and Promote the Sistas Making Money page. If you are new to affiliate marketing, I will show you how to get started. Plus: For a limited time you can get 65% off all purchases from the Sistas Making Money by using the promo code: BBWO65 Click here to join the program: http://sistapreneurs.ning.com/page/cash-rewards

New Year...New Strategy

Posted by Natasha Rubin on January 15, 2010 at 2:56am

Out with the old, in with the new is a term you often hear as we leave one year and enter the next. If only it was that easy. The truth is, it takes more than a clock striking twelve, a kiss with a love one or few fireworks to change a current challenging circumstance.Whether you are looking to change a business practice or personal situation, it is going to take a lot of work and much planning accomplish that dream or goal. Is your problem lack of focus? Motivation? Commitment? What are you going to do differently in 2010?I heard a powerful statement from a family member. He said, "Choose to make adjustments in your personal, mental and spiritual disciplines." You have to make a conscious decision to change. Yes, there may have been outside factors in your life that caused you to get off track. BUT you can either continue to waste time dwelling on what was or wasn't or you can make a CHOICE to let it go and move forward.It is up to you. Are you ready to pursue that dream of owning a home? Is starting your own business on the list? What steps do you need to take to make those dreams a reality?Here are a few tips to get you started.Write the VisionThere is a saying in the bible that says without a vision the people perish (Proverbs). Dreams keep you alive. If you have nothing to look forward to, you will just be. I encourage you to get a journal (or dust off the one you already have) and outline what you want to do. Be very specific. If you want to change careers, write what that career will be. If you want to increase your income, write down how much you want it to be.The key to this is that you write what ever it is with authority. Use words like I am going to, or I will make, etc. Writing the vision serves a few purposes. It allows you to see what is in your mind and becomes more real. You can also share it with one or two people that you trust, so they can hold you accountable. But be very selective in choosing who that person will be. Not everyone will believe in your vision.Research, Research, ResearchOne mistake many eager entrepreneurs make is that they do not conduct enough research in the project, career or business they are trying to get into. If you are looking to quit your corporate job and become a home based business, you need to establish a transition plan that includes having a start up budget. What will your home-based business be? What is going to be your niche? Who is doing what you would like to do already and could they be a mentor to you in some way? These are just a few things to consider, but no matter what you are trying to do, be prepared to put in many hours of research. As you establish a foundation, you will see the benefits of this preparation in the long run.Connect with Like-Minded PeopleIt is very very important to surround yourself with people who are looking to succeed and working in their passion. You need to be around people that are positive and excited about their gifts and talents. Friends and family can be great, but they can also be dream destroyers.Join groups that cater to the type of work or idea you are looking to do. If you enjoy event planning, go on Facebook, Linkedin, Yahoo Groups or some other sites that may host groups dedicated to that field. You will gain a tremendous amount of insight as you look to venture out on your own. Ask questions and don't be afraid to join into discussions. You may connect with a future colleague or client!Knowledge is PowerAs you move through the above steps and begin to get a solid idea on what you are doing and where you would like to go with it, keep your knowledge and skills up to date. Sign up for some training course, subscribe to online ezines or blogs that cater to your topic of interest. If paying for a course is not in your present budget-no worries, the internet has a host of free information for you to help keep you in the loop! For example, using a tool like Google Blog Search will give you the most current information for whatever it is you need to know.Following these simple steps are a sure way to help put you on the track of success in this new year.Natasha RubinVirtual Assistant/Social Media Marketing ProfessioanlOwner of Gifted Assistant Management Serviceshttp://www.thegiftedasssistant.netFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/giftedassistantLinkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/natasharubinFollow me:http://www.twitter.com/giftedassistant

Poetry Authors!!!!

Posted by Dominique on January 14, 2010 at 8:37pm

Exact dates of tour:Monday, April 12, 2010 - Monday, Sunday, April 18, 2010i-Virtual Assist Book Tours is hosting a Virtual Book Tour for Poetry Authors who are members of From A Writer’s POV Online Magazine. Each night each author will have an opportunity to talk about their new book via private blogs and websites and meet their readers. This cost of this tour is $106.25 per author. Let the world know about your new book and get recognition as an expert author. Enjoy meeting your readers and live conversations. Very exciting!Tour Services include:email requests to host bloggers,coordination of book tour andall pre-tour campaign promotionsA press release of this exclusive tour will be distributed and advertised to hundreds of readers.Additional $20.00 for Spotlights on The POV Lounge Blog……Total cost of participating is $126.25 per authorInterested in joining this tour in April, email Dominique Watson, owner of From A Writer’s POV at: publisher.ceo.povmagazine@gmail.com to get your name on the list as one of the featured authors!Thanks,Dominique and Alba

Changing our way of thinking, doing and feeling.

Posted by Karen L. Ross on January 14, 2010 at 8:01pm

"Birth the Treasure Within" incorporates mind, body and spirit. It's time to change and take responsibility for self. We are taking action to change our lives -change our way of thinking, way of doing and way of feeling. We are becoming more aware of ourselves, our purpose and ability to go within and birth our treasure. To get more information about the experience inbox Author Karen L. Ross.

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Want to help girls ages 14-17? Got a few hours a week?

Posted by Richetta on January 14, 2010 at 1:30pm

We will offer mentorship, tutoring and support in several areas. Currently I am taking applications for Women how want to dedicate about 2-3 hours online per week, maybe less depending on how you manage your time. If you create a Local Chapter you will have to also volunteer one day each month to have a chapter meeting or outing.The current positions that I ‘m looking to fill are:Career Coach/CounselorArtistic/Creative Coach (dealing with visual arts)Counselor (must be certified)Minister/Spiritual Advisor (must be ordained)Nutritionist/DieticianWriting CoachLocal Group Leader (need 5 members to start a group)Tutors in Math, Reading and Writing etcFitness/Health ExpertIf you have a talent or area of expertise that you would like to share with a girl ages 14-17 please apply under other and explain how you want to contribute.We will only need one person in each area in the early stages but as the site grows more mentors will be needed.The site will limit itself to having only active mentors on the site, remember this is their space and they will be allowed to be themselves with some guidelines and of course rules.So if you are interested please apply and we can come up with so terms that will fit your ability to contribute.If you don’t want to be involved as a group leader you can also partner with me to recruit girls in your area that can benefit from having a Safe Place to go on-line. Please join the GSG Advisory Board.My desire is to be staffed by February 1, 2010 so that we can launch the site. You will only be responsible for your group.Thank you.RichettaEmpowering Women: “One Lady at a Time”Think Big, Live Big and Pray Hard!Any questions email me at womensupportwomen@gmail.comOr Call 727-512-0756READY TO START APPLY BELOW!GSG STAFF APPLICATION

Propositioning the Rich Italian

Posted by Stephanie Morris on January 14, 2010 at 2:58am

TITLE: Propositioning the Rich ItalianAUTHOR: Stephanie MorrisAUTHOR URL: http://www.stephaniemorris.webs.comGENRE/THEME: Contemporary Interracial RomanceURL TO THE BUYING PAGE: http://www.bookstrand.com/node/805943SERIES: Indulgence – Book 1 of 6Blurb:Tierra Davis is shocked when her fiancé abandons her at the altar. She knows just how to get over it when she meets a painstakingly handsome stranger. What better way to start over than to have a two-week affair with a complete stranger?Antonio Carabelli walks into the bar of the hotel he co-owns after the end of a hard day and is intrigued by the woman he finds sitting there. It isn’t long before Tierra tells him about her plans to have a no-strings attached affair, and he is interested. However, he is only willing to move forward if they have physical chemistry. What better way to find out, than with a simple kiss? The results are explosive, but Antonio soon realizes he has a dilemma. Two weeks isn’t enough.Click here to read an excerpt

Why He Hates You...

Posted by LaShanda Henry on January 13, 2010 at 7:04pm

From time to time I like to spotlight the books of Black Authors featured on Black Writers Connect. Today's spotlight book is 'Why He Hates You: How Unreconciled Maternal Anger is Destroying Black Men and Boys' by Janks Morton. I was first introduced to Janks' work a few years back when he produced the very powerful, must-see documentary, 'What Black Men Think'. With the release of his new book, Janks provides us with a new opportunity to get to the root of the issues that continue to affect the black male community and cripple the relationships between black men and women, black mothers and their sons. You can get your own copy of Why He Hates You by visiting: http://whyhehatesyou.com. Most Recent Black Books Featured on Black Writers Connect

If you are a black author and would like your book featured on my social networks review the featured books by Black Authors website. URL: http://sistapreneurs.ning.com/page/featured-books

Divine Wellness: "The Way to Go"

Posted by Richetta on January 13, 2010 at 2:55pm

WSW Lady of the Week

Kaysha Reid has a story that is remarkable to say the least. She has used a difficult health condition and transformed it into a testimonial and a motivation. She helps others cope by encouraging them to have overall wellness using biblical principals. In an interview with Major Change Magazine Kaysha said “I have a condition called Alopecia – which is an auto-immune disease that attacks the hair follicles. I was diagnosed at age 19, which was quite difficult for me, because the effects of Alopecia are really emotional and psychological. To lose your hair and be robbed of your self – confidence at age 19 (when you are supposed to be developing into womanhood) can be quite traumatic.” Because of this experience she has grown closer to God in every area of her life. She has dedicated her self to helping others cope through her Divine Wellness Center.This is a place where you can go and find rest, empowerment, support and answers. There is something for everybody there. I love the site so much that I created a group on my network where my members can experience taste of the knowledge that she has to offer. Kaysha is a certified Biblical Health Coach, and she has her teacher certification in meditation. What a great combination!

She has truly been a blessing in my life. Kaysha has taught me so much about integrity, support and humility. When Kaysha says she is going to do something you can believe that it will be done. If she is unable to do it she will let you know as soon as she knows she can’t.As a new network I have been inspired by her site in many ways and I have been blessed to take many ideas form the way she does things, I asked her how she felt about that and she responded “I truly believe there is room for all of us to succeed and so if I can inspire others, then to God be the Glory. Do your thing my sister...”It brought tears to my eyes because that is the true spirit of support. I have received some opposition recently and this type of affirmation meant the world to me. Please if you don’t do anything else today; visit the Divine Wellness Center a place that is dedicated to encouraging a balanced life through a network of Professionals & Individuals with an interest in Health, Beauty and Wellness.This is Life Coach Richetta till the next time be encouraged, be empowered and be yourself!Richetta BlackmonEmpowering Women-“One Lady at a Time”Women Support Women

Latest Happenings at Optimum Body Sculpting

Posted by Carol Dunlop on January 13, 2010 at 12:21pm

Hello Friends,I hope that you all are having a totally spectacular year already. I wanted to keep you up to date with what is happening at Optimum Body Sculpting. I am so excited for the people, projects, connections and revelations that have become a part of my life over the last few months.I have a couple of events coming up that you may be interested in, if so please feel free to explore. Thank you for being a part of my connections.Carol Dunlop_____________________________________________________________1. Great interview with Kris Cavanaugh, the C.E.O. Catalyst on Getting Thru the Recession Effectively on the Fit4Life Radio show.2. If you missed the live call for the 31 Days of Losing Weight Loss Challenge, you may listen to the recording...The challenge starts Monday, January 18, 2010

Professional Block: How Online Video Can Boost Your Business's Bottom Line

Posted by S. Marigny on January 13, 2010 at 4:31am

With the online video movement in full swing and YouTube attracting 98.9 million viewers to 5.9 billion videos in December 2008, according to digital media tracker comScore, businesses of all sizes are looking to cash in on the trend. In total, U.S. Internet users viewed a record 14.3 billion online videos during December, comScore reports, representing an increase of 13% compared with the previous month. YouTube led the growth charge, accounting for 49% of the incremental gain in videos viewed over the previous month.

The question is, how can small to midsized firms get a piece of the online video pie? Here are eight great ways to start:

Demo a new product. The online video movement has created a venue for businesses that – without being too “sales-like” – want to demonstrate new product offerings. Use video to share a new product, tell how it works, and show how it can help improve the viewer’s life. “Tell them where they can buy it and what your customers are saying about it,” advises Donna Johnson, CEO at North Carolina-based media consultancy firm Indie Business Media. The key, adds Johnson, is to develop a video that invites interactivity (via a comment section, for example) and discussion because “that’s what differentiates online video from traditional advertising.”

Promote an event. Add online video to your marketing list. Johnson recently helped a client create a 3-minute video promoting an upcoming conference. In it, the firm not only provided information about the event, but also highlighted the previous year’s event and included live testimonials from attendees. Remember to tape such footage in advance so that you have it when you need to begin marketing the following year’s event, Johnson says.

Finsih reading these tips at http://kidholliday.flux.com/groups/professionalblock

Are you a published author? Check out my new project!!!!

Posted by Dominique on January 13, 2010 at 4:30am

Hello ladiesI'm looking for some established authors to collab with on a project. I want to spotlight some authors in the near future on my magazine and I'm looking for established authors to help me do that. This is a big project for From A Writer's POV, my magazine and I'm looking for more ways to bring light to upcoming authors.If you feel that you are an established author, one that has a lot of experience and can give off great advice, tips and energy to someone who is looking to get where you are at the same time are inspirational info to WANT to help others, please contact me.I'm looking for about 3 maybe 4 authors that are willing to participate. If you are interested or simply want more details, please email me at publisher.ceo.povmagazine@gmail.com Please put Author Project in the subject box and leave your first and last name in the email as well as your author website so that I can get to know you. Please provide an author bio as well including everything that you are into.Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you!Dominique

Get Noticed Now!

Posted by Richetta on January 12, 2010 at 5:27pm

I wanted to share with my fellow networkers my new project. Recently, I have come in contact with several members of various sites and I have been asked time and time again where did you come from and how did you make such an impression so fast. Well I love people and I have always been a people person and every field that I have worked in has been catered around helping others, it’s a passion that I have. I spend a lot of time doing so, but I don’t mind because it’s fun. My fiancé asked me the other night, “Why don’t you help others do the same thing that you have done; I’m sure that they would appreciate it.” Now if you have been following my blog you will know that once a “Richetta” gets started on something there is no turning back. I hope that I will be able to reach and help others grow they’re market and GET NOTICED!!So until the next time this is Coach Richetta!Have a wonderful Tuesday!Coach Richetta BlackmonEmpowering Women- “One Lady at a Time”www.getnoticednow.webs.com www.womensupportwomen.ning.com

Shoes!Boots!Denim

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Sexy, Unique 4-inch Boots/Pumps. Contact me if interested!

Join me tonight on Too Much Untold Book Blog Tour!

Posted by Dominique on January 11, 2010 at 10:51pm

I'm going on a virutal Book Blog tour with iVirtual Assists. I have received the full itinerary and I hope that you will join me this next week and get to know me and my book. There will also be door prizes!Check out the itinerary here: http://dominiquewatson.webs.com/upcomingevents.htmBookmark the dates, times and places!!!!!

Business Owners!!!!

Posted by Dominique on January 11, 2010 at 10:47pm

Attend From A Writer's POV Online Business Conference January 12th & 13th 2010!RSVP here: http://fromawriterspovevents.webs.com

The Uncovered Diamond - Running a Successful Black Business

Posted by Zhana on January 11, 2010 at 2:30pm

I have lots of articles in my More Black Success free ebooks about how to run a successful Black-owned business.In More Black Successs Volume 6, Larry Beacham explores how to keep your customers coming back for more in his article The Uncovered Diamond That Creates Extraordinary Results In Lead Generation For Every Network MarketerIn Volume 5, Mercy Gilbert of Art Connoisseur explains how to set up and run a successful Black business.I have lots more articles about success in business. To order your free copies, go to: More Black Successs now.If you would like to submit an article or success story, visit Books for Truth-Seekers and contact me via the email address on that site. This is a great way to promote your business.Here's to your success!

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