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Building your Business the Right Way!

Posted by Lenisa L. Cooper on September 14, 2009 at 1:35pm

So you could ask, “What is the Right way”???You may even wonder why I am writing this. Well you could blame it on God. Whoa, did I just say blame it on God??? Yes I did. And this is why.I have always believed that God is the same Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. And you know what??? That is totally correct. Now bare with me, I will relate this to building your business, I promise.Sunday mornings message was about “I did it My Way” You know, like that song? Well, we all have thoughts like that from time to time. The trouble begins when that thinking, our thinking, goes against God’s thinking. And the Pastor went on to expound on the trials and turmoil that the people had to endure because they went against God’s wishes.Now this is the point I am trying to make. They had God’s specific instructions for what they wanted to do. They had asked and had gotten instructions. Specific Instructions. Remember that… Specific Instructions. But they wanted to do things, Their Way.So now we come to the point of this blog.We want to build a home based business to a level that suits us. But I fear that many of us are guilty of the same thought patterns the people in the bible had. We want to do it OUR WAY.So we put forth effort and give it time and spin our wheels then sit back and wonder why nothing is happening.Do we not realize that we have SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS on how to build our particular business? Have we not been told, over and over again, the number one thing to do first, is to see if there is even a market for what we want to do?Okay, so now we find that there is a market and we jump in with both feet only to find out that we can not swim the profitable current. Does our life vest have holes in it? Are we not kicking hard enough? No, we as swimming against the current.With each business come instructions from leaders who have been there. People who know what it is going to take to make a go of your business. Like God and His Word for correct living, the leaders in you business have instructions you need to follow to have a business worth doing and doing well.Do we listen to them? Are we on the phone lines and chat lines and reading the books and joining the seminars? Or are we insisting on doing it OUR WAY?The people in the bible said they would follow what ever instructions God told them. See Jeremiah 42:6. So the prophet Jeremiah, prayed and got the directions from the Lord. But when he conveyed the instructions to the people, they didn’t like what they heard so they didn’t obey.We may hear that we need to do something that is maybe out of our comfort zone. We may hear that we have to TALK to people. Oh no, not really talk to someone, do I really have to???Well, sure you do. How else are you going to let people know about you and your business?You have to grow a little. That means reading the books and listening to training calls from people who have been there.The people in the bible didn’t want to do things God’s way and insisted on doing things their way. The end result was destruction. They were over come by the enemy.I am here to tell you that by not following the advice of your leaders, you to will be over come by the enemy. The enemy is Status Quo. You will not go very far. You will not accomplish your goals and dreams and you will remain working harder than you have to with nothing to show for it.You have to put feet to your want to’s. You want this or that from your business. You have to act upon the principles and instructions from your up line. They have been there. They know what it takes to build and build big. They will not steer you wrong. Why would they?I encourage you to follow the footsteps of your up line. And if you have a mind to read Jeremiah. You will be amazed at the outcome you can have if you would just simply HEAR and DO what you have been instructed to do for the good of your business.Much Love,LenisaLenisa’s Personal Touch

Why Don't I Have "Good Hair"?

Posted by Zhana on September 14, 2009 at 9:00am

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Letter to BET

Posted by Dana Hickles on September 13, 2009 at 5:06pm

I’m Janita Patrick, a 15-year-old African-American female from Cincinnati. Recently, I watched the 2009 BET Awards and felt the strongest urge to reach out to the program. My family is of the typical middle-class variety; both parents and four brothers. See, I'm a junior in high school (got skipped), so naturally EVERYBODY in my age group watches BET. I'm used to seeing the sagging pants, tattoos, lack of emphasis on reading and respecting women that makes up your videos. People in my class live this out everyday, while teachers tell us that we're acting just like the people in your shows.In your shows. That struck me as odd, because I would think that with your show being the primary outlet for black entertainers and musicians, and considering the context of blacks in this country, there’s a social responsibility factor to consider. I would never blame BET alone for the way a great deal of my classmates act and talk and dress. Everybody makes their own choices. However, if anybody is aware the power of television on impressionable minds, it’s the people running the television operations. If you are not aware, then perhaps you shouldn't be running the operations.Guess who watches your network the most? Not those who are intelligent enough to discern foolishness from substance, but those who are barely teenagers, impressionable and believing. It’s awfully cruel to plant seeds of ignorance in fertile minds. You know it’s really bad when the co-founder of BET, Sheila Johnson, said that she “really doesn't watch it” anymore.I am constantly fighting against the images and messages put forth on your program. What made you think that it’s okay to bring my classmates on stage to dance behind Lil Wayne and Drake to a song talking about boffing “every girl in the world”? Why does reality train wrecks have to thrown in our faces? Are you aware of the achievement gap going in inner-city African-American communities? A report from America’s Promise Alliance, a non-profit group started by Colin Powell, recently stated that 47 percent of high school students in the nation’s top 50 cities don't graduate. (Fifty-four percent of males of color in Ingham County graduated from high school, compared to 74 percent of white males). This isn’t because of BET per se, but I don’t see any episodes on your show doing anything to counteract this disturbing trend. In fact, your show is a part of this cycle of media depicting us at our worst.My older brother told me something about profit being the number one goal for every business. I’m not sure I understand what that means, but I do know that your shows have to be entertaining enough to generate viewers, which is how you make your money. But surely our culture is rich enough to entertain without anything extra to “boost” ratings; why the over-the-top foolery? I listen to classmates talk about Baldwin Hills like it’s the Manhattan Project. It doesn’t take much effort to produce a throng of degenerative reality shows, nor does it take much to eliminate socially conscious shows off the air. MTV isn’t much better, but since when does two wrongs ever make a right? It’s one thing for white television shows to depict us in a particular way, but for black television shows to do it is baffling.Why do you hate us?All of the values that my parents seek to instill in me and my brothers seems to be contradicted by a more powerful force from the media, and your show is at the forefront. Your network is the only network that features rap videos and shows exclusively to children of my color. I know that you have no control over the music that the artists put out, but you do have influence as to how you air these videos. I'm sure if a stand was taken to use the talent in your organization to actually crank out thought-provoking entertaining shows and videos, then artists will follow suit. Being that they need you as much as you need them.There was one awkward segment in the BET Awards when Jamie Foxx singled out three black doctors-turned-authors, but the introduction was so powerless that many of the viewers had no idea who they were. Had they been introduced as Sampson Davis, Rameck Hunt and George Jenkins, three brothers who overcame major obstacles to become a success without the use of lyrics that berate women, the sell of substance that destroy communities or through raps about loose gunplay, then maybe my classmates would have come to school talking about more than Beyonce, T-Pain’s BIG ASS CHAIN and Soulja Boy Tell Em’s hopping out the bed.But they weren’t introduced like that. It seemed like a throwaway obligatory tribute to appease some irritated fans. It missed the mark. Big time. Ask Michelle Obama if she watches BET or encourages Sasha and Malia to do so. Ask President Obama. It’s a reason he is the leader of the free world, and it isn’t because of Buffoonery Exists Today.You’d be surprised how smart young black children can be with the absence of Blacks Embarrassing Themselves. If your goal is to deter engaged, forward-thinking articulate black minds, then consider your goal fulfilled. It’s hard-pressed to think that your shows are working to promote cultural betterment. However, it’s quite easy to conclude that the destruction of black children through the glorification of immoral behavior and rushed production is by design. Poison is being swallowed by every viewer who adores your network, and the worse thing is, these viewers - my classmates - are not even aware what they’re swallowing.There is nothing edifying for black women on your show. I don’t judge people who do throng to your programs though; I mean, if a jet crashes in right in front of me, I’ll watch it too. That’s why I don’t flip by your channel…I donâT™t even want to be sucked in.I have aspirations of acquiring a law degree and possibly entering the public sphere, so I can counteract conditions in my community perpetuated by the images on your channel. So I should thank you, because in a weird sense, your shoddy programming is the wind behind my back. And it is my hope that I can accomplish my dreams despite BET’s pictorial messages, because Lord knows it won’t be because of them.Sincerely,Janita Patrick

Thomas Creations presents "Girlfriend's Circle" - give back program

Posted by Feleshia Thomas on September 13, 2009 at 3:37pm

Thomas Creations and Author Feleshia Thomas have a wonderful offer just for you.We bring you the “Give Back” program. When you purchase a copy of the author’s book“Girlfriend’s Circle” we will not only give the book to you at a discounted rate of $11.00, we will give20% of the proceeds to the charity of your choice and we will ship you an autographed copy of the authors book to you for FREE.

Get your sneak read:For those who are apart of reading groups/book clubs/ sisters organization we offer you the opportunity to have Author Feleshia Thomas come out on one of your special nights to kick it with the club during the book discussion about her book.

To request the Authors appearance simply visit us at http://www.thomascreations.net/inviteauthortoyou.htmGet this great book and give as a gift to a girlfriend/sister friend/ a woman in need of some good advice.

The Black History Mega-Event featuring Chike Akua

Posted by Darlene on September 13, 2009 at 2:04am

Just wanted to share a wonderful educational event that every Black family should watch with their children. The Black History Mega-Event featuring Chike Akua. Experience a life-changing presentation about OUR history from award winning teacher and author Chike Akua. Learn things about Black culture and history that you never imagined before. This presentation will enlighten you and inspire you and your family beyond words. Bring the whole family! Hear short presentations from Black-owned businesses. Shop with Black vendors. Have the time of your life.This brother put together the ultimate homeschooling tool for Black families. The Educator's Power Pak is a powerful educational package that contains one of each of Chike's Akua's books, plus two DVDs, and two BONUS CDs. Parents and children of all ages have been totally thrilled with this educational collection.Increase your child's reading comprehension, character development, and cultural awareness all at the same time from an educator who is a former Teacher of the Year, with over 17 years experience in the field of education, and who now trains teachers around the country. The Educator's Power Pak includes fiction, nonfiction, activity books, test taking skills, and much much more! This priceless collection is a must for our children!!! We can no longer depend on our kids being fully educated by public or even private schools anymore. We as parents must get involved in the education of our children before we lose another generation to computer games and music videos, drugs, etc.This event will be broadcast over the Internet for those able to attend the event in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, October 3, 2009. You have the option of watching this event on your computer screen from anywhere in the world, using a high speed Internet connection. Visit www.blackbusinessnetwork.com/TeamDollar for more info.If you can't wait for this event, visit www.BuyBlackToday.com/TeamDollar and check out all of the other educational products from Chike Akua that you can buy right now. Give your children a head start to this new school year. Give them a boost of confidence and heighten their sense of pride. Schedule family time around these educational tools and build a stronger family unit.Darlene RobinsonBlack Star Independent MarketerTAG Team International, Inc.

Bios for your business

Posted by Jamie Fleming-Dixon on September 13, 2009 at 1:31am

Whether you’re a freelancer or a business owner, one thing you need is a good biography.What is a bio?It’s basically a “story-based” version of info you would put on your résumé. A bio is not as formal as a résumé, and it gives you the ability to showcase interesting tidbits about yourself while highlighting your personality.The main reason to write a bio is to give your readers and prospective clients a good sense of who you are and what you do. It also confirms your skills and shows your credibility and experience.You can use a bio on your website and blog, in your marketing materials, for speaking engagements or presentations and with any books, e-books, documents or reports.So, what do you put in it?Most bios include:Present job and professional /business experienceProfessional membershipsHonors, awards and certificationsContact informationYou can also personalize your bio by adding things like your photo, educational background, testimonials or samples of your work.Tips for writingYou can write a bio in many ways, but there are common factors to make it more effective. You should usually write your bio in third-person (use ‘he/she’ instead of ‘I’). When you do it this way shows your professionalism and allows others to really trust what you’re saying.Grab the attention of your readers in the first paragraph so they will want to know more about you.Write conversationally; this will make it simple for readers to follow what you’re saying.Make it as brief as you can; only include necessary information.Think about incorporating personal or unique info about yourself at the end.Once you have a bio you’re happy with, remember it’s not permanent. You’ll want to adjust and update it periodically to reflect any changes you’ve made.If you have any questions about writing bios or need a professional to handle it for you, contact me at jamiefleming@mochawriter.com or (706) 436.7982. I look forward to hearing from you!~Jamiemochawriter.com

Looking a Publicist/PR

Posted by Strange Fruit on September 13, 2009 at 12:36am

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Connecting Black Authors Online

Posted by LaShanda Henry on September 12, 2009 at 3:54pm

As a self-published Black Author, networking with other black writers is important to me, which is why I created my social network: Black Writers Connect. With almost 1,000 members my goal is to create a space for Black Authors, Book Publishers, and aspiring writers to connect, showcase their work, and learn from one another.

Official Website: Black Writers Connect: http://blackwriters.ning.com/ Subscribe to RSS Feed: Black Authors Discussion Forum Facebook Fanpage: Black Authors and Writers Book Club

A Variety of Tips From the Marketing Grab Bag!

Posted by Paradise on September 12, 2009 at 2:00pm

A Variety of Tips From the Marketing Grab Bag!By Renea Myers, president of Renea Myers Marketing• Set aside time each month to brainstorm story ideas to pitch to the local media. Publicity is the best form of FREE advertising.• Find a Marketing Strategic Partner—someone who targets the same audience you do. Share a client appreciation/referral event.• Send your best customers a seasonal treat such as a gift card for coffee, candy, or ice cream. Include two gift cards- one to use and one to share with someone they think would be a good referral for you. Staple your card to the certificates and be sure to casually inquire who received the referral treat.• Make a networking calendar of events for the rest of 2008. As a courtesy, share with your clients and prospects via email.• Develop a small list of targeted prospects and send them a direct mail series with a specific call to action. Postcards are a good bet.• If you’ve purchased a large mailing list but don’t have the staff for timely follow-up, consider mailing only 50 pieces at a time. It makes follow-up much more manageable.CLICK HERE FOR MORE

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Social Networking for Business

Posted by Paradise on September 12, 2009 at 11:00am

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Watch Webinar Replay: Fixing Your Sales Online

Posted by LaShanda Henry on September 11, 2009 at 11:45pm

I had a great interview on the Nan Ross Show yesterday, and I always get excited when I do calls so I decided to do a webinar on How to Fix Your Sales Online. If you missed it, don't worry because I posted the replay online...

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Popular Custom Banner Design: Tanya White

Posted by LaShanda Henry on September 11, 2009 at 7:46pm

When I'm not writing, I'm working on web projects and designing banners. The banner below I did a few years back (can't remember so long ago) for blogtalkradio host Tanya White.

Her show is popular and so is this banner design. New clients often come to me and say, "can you make me a banner like Tanya White's banner?" (smile) Some of those new clients come from Tanya herself, she sends me referrals and I appreciate it. I am actually going to add my banner design services to my affiliate program in the next month or so (its on the to do list). I figure if you are so kind to share my work with friends, the least I can do is offer you a commission for referrals! This banner is $40 (html code included). If you want one, click here for details on how to submit a banner request. To review more of my banner designs and pricing details click here. I have different clients who come to me from all businesses and backgrounds, but I specialize in urban marketing; creating custom graphics: banner designs that really reflect the businesses of black entrepreneurs online. To review more of my custom website design and blog design work visit me at Pretty Professional Websites: http://www.prettyprofessionalwebsites.com

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Webinar Today 2pm est: Fixing Your Sales Online

Posted by LaShanda Henry on September 11, 2009 at 3:44pm

I had a great interview on the Nan Ross Show yesterday, and I always get excited when I do calls so I decided to do a webinar today at 2pm est entitled: Fixing Your Sales Online. Details below:

LaShanda Henry, Web Expert will discuss how to fix your online sales. Title: Fixing Your Sales Online Date: Friday, September 11, 2009 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/263078659

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If I Could Change one Thing I've Done in Life, It Would be...

Posted by Deana Murphy on September 11, 2009 at 3:50am

Wow! I'm beginning this blog and now realize there are so many things I would change. Which, in fact, opens up another question to probe...I mean, why isn't it easy to think of only one thing I would change that I've done in my life without having to weigh one against the other. This says to me that there are possibly many regrets. Oops! And if many regrets, whoa! then am I satisfied with who and where I am? Humm.Seriously though, if I could change one thing I've done in life, I would change my undergrad major from Economics to Journalism. I can't aptly say that I regret the Economics education and degree, but I believe I would have gained more mileage as a journalist. And then, maybe not. Hind sight is twenty-twenty as the cliché goes, but you can never see around the corner. Nevertheless, researching (to a degree) and writing is one of my passions and it holds a place in my life. God always has a way of giving us the desires of our heart.Do I have regrets, of course I do. We all have walked down a path that regrettably may have shaped our lives in one way or another. Though we have choices, not all choices are good and profitable. I believe wrong turns can serve as building blocks when the wrong turn culminates at the ultimate right outcome. The lesson then strengthens and births a moral fiber and character that may not have ever been discovered had it not been for that wrong turn.So am I satisfied? Can't say that I'm satisfied because my life's purpose isn't complete. There's much more I need to do and many lives I must touch. But I can say that I'm content...that is, being grateful to God as the navigator of my life knowing the good work He has begun in me will be completed. And too for allowing me to do what I do, for being who I am, sharing what I share, helping whoever I help, and growing in the process. I wouldn't change that at all.Now I've shared my one thing, what's yours?DeanaYour Creative Consultant

How to manage the Negative, the Nay Sayer, the Questioner

Posted by websites24seven.com on September 10, 2009 at 7:00pm

Negativity, Doubt, and Rebellion – this behavior is more than annoying. It is destructive, counterproductive, and primarily hindrances. The term commonly used to refer to this type of behavior is pessimism. The pessimist has a tendency to only see, anticipate, and emphasize the bad, the unfavorable, the problems. Pessimists tend to question, complain about, or criticize rather than offer contributions towards productivity, can do attitudes, or offer solutions.How can we work towards a shift in this behavior?Read More...http://hosannapublishing.ning.com

Loosing My Footing

Posted by Tahirah Id'Deen on September 10, 2009 at 5:30pm

I've been an R.N. since 1993; passed my boards the first time and graduated with a good G.P.A., but my career has been a turmultuos journey. Plagued by alot of gossip, ignorance and racism on my last job, I just walked away. Currently, I'm receiving unemployment(been out of work for a year), and I am in the process of beginning an on line business; but I donot want to give up my Nursing career...I worked hard for that and I feel like I'm loosing my footing. Really intersted in gaining a postion as a Traveling Nurse in New York(Bronx, Mahattan or Brooklyn)....been traveling back and forth to New York for personal reasons this yr and I love it...I feel like this city will give me my career back, and then I can come home.....Applying for a License in New York, just for starters. If anyone ahs any other suggestions in how to get started please let me knowThanxsTahirah

5 eMail Marketing Tips for Newbies

Posted by LaShanda Henry on September 10, 2009 at 3:30pm

Did you know that email marketing is a powerful tool for online entrepreneurs IF you know how to use it correctly. Here are a few tips for newbies...

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The term newsletter is too boring! When most folks think about creating an email marketing campaign they create a newsletter, but you can call it, create it, and turn it into something WAY more interesting than that. You can create a tip list, challenge, ecourse, guide, ezine ... the skies the limit. Realize that most online viewers today go to thousands of websites and see thousands of newsletter forms. Make sure that when they come to your website, your newsletter stands out.
The term newsletter is too broad! When I see the term newsletter I have no clue what you are gonna give me and then I don't want to signup. However if you say something like, 'My List of 100 Ways to Teach Your Toddler Manners', that's better. Let your potential subscribers know what they will be getting in their inbox when they signup to your newsletter. I do that all the time. For example, I let people know that when they subscribe to Sistasense.com they will get weekly web business tips and tools for beginners.
Make your newsletter full of personality! My favorite newsletters have their own distinct personality, which helps me remember them and spot them instantly. Some folks always have their logo in the same place, while others love to use a special picture of themselves. Remember to put a piece of you in your newsletter as a way of building that connection (relationship) that us marketing experts are always talking about.
When you hate to write, an auto responder is the right way to go! I've got more newsletter than I care to mention in various industries. How do I keep it all together? Truth be told, most of them are auto-responders, with a select hand few that I write weekly. My favorite auto-responders I write in a set of 48 (1 for each week of the year). That way once it's done I never have to write it again. What do you think about that? Can you devote one week to writing your auto-responder and saving you a WHOLE Years worth of work.
Give a little to get a little! When you are trying to build your list faster than normal, giving something away is always a great way to get folks on your list. Common giveaway incentives are reports and/or audio files sharing great information. Quick tip: If you are trying this now with no results you've got to keep a few things in mind. Could be you have low traffic to the page your newsletter is on. It could be your giveaway title isn't interesting enough. It could be folks who come to your website don't really want that freebie. The trick is to research, figure out what words and freebies make your audience tick! Do that and you'll get more new readers than you know what to do with.

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