FAIL!!!!!!!

So... clearly... I have failed at meeting my goal to blog daily. Hell, I haven't even blogged weekly :(

So, I've decided that I'll shoot for a much more attainable goal for me, and that is to blog at least 3 times a week... I'm even going to put it on my calendar. So, here goes nothing...

Sincerely,

TSH

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Is This Some Kind of Joke?

After watching that I find myself in a state of confusion.

Did she call President Obama's dead mother a liar?... Is she acting?...

What do you think?

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I Just Had To...

This made me smile so hard that I couldn't help but to post it!




Sincerely,

TSH

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Food For Thought: Black Entrepreneurs???

I know this is an overstated topic, but it really hit home for me today. I was in a beauty supply store. It appeared as if there were only two people working in the store while I was there (others could have been in a storage/stock room or something), and both of them happened to be Black women. One of the women was very helpful, she seemed very knowledgeable of the ins and outs of the store. As I was checking out, I asked if she was the owner of the store, to which she replied, "No, I just run it." I gathered my things and made my exit.

As I was leaving the store I took a second look at the items for sale in the store and this question came to mind...

Who said it was O.K. for Asians to capitalize on the sale of Black culture?... Which inspired a more in depth train of thought.

It is apparent that Black culture sells. Black culture and pop culture are almost synonymous these days. However, when you look at the face of who is profiting from turning Black/urban culture into mainstream culture (the ones making the big bucks), it sure isn't doesn't look like mine; chances are it's probably white and male.

Why is this?... Why does it seem as if Black people lack entrepreneurial drive?...

Then it occurred to me... Maybe it's just the perpetuation of an American tradition. I mean... since the beginning of the United States of America's existence Blacks were being sold to the general public as a commodity.

Is it possible that somehow this way of thinking has been woven into the subconscience of African Americans as a whole? Are there external pressures sending subliminal messages that Black people are unfit to own a prosperous business?...

Or maybe it's not subliminal at all. In 2004 Blacks accounted for only 4% of small business in America, I would assume that that number has not grown enough to mirror the percentage of Black people living in America today. It is undeniable that Blacks have historically been denied access to the economic, educational and institutional resources to become successful entrepreneurs. And now when the playing field seems level the situation is still dire.

I could go on and on, as many thought linger in my head... But I'll leave you with these...

Who said it was O.K for other cultures to profit on the sale of Black culture?
Are there subliminal/subconscious (societal) elements discouraging Blacks from owning their own businesses?
Are there still institutional barriers in place today that deny Black people access to a different/better/more profitable lifestyle?

Just my thoughts...

Sincerely,

TSH

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A Little Piece of Wisdom

Photo courtesey of www.rogershipley.com

Everyday I aspire to be better than I was the day before. But some times it feels like there is only so much one can do. And some times it feels like there is just nothing to be done that will be better than the previous day. However, there is ALWAYS room for improvement.

I've been reading Forbes Great Minds of Business, it is a series of interviews of five of the most prolific CEO's/executives of the 20th century. From this book I've learned some valuable pieces of wisdom that will help with my daily struggle of striving to become great. I hope that they will speak to you as well.

• Avoid comfortable equilibrium - In other words steer clear of the status quo. It's very easy to become content with doing the bear minimum required to just make it by. However, that can lead to a very boring existence and you may appear to lack motivation and initiative, which are great qualities to have. I encourage you ask questions, go above and beyond your requirements, and challenge yourself and others.
• Make fear your friend - This is one of my favorites. You know the anxious feeling that you get when you are about to take on a new endeavor. When you're experiencing that feeling it's terrible, but in hind sight it's one of the best feelings in the world. This anxiousness/fear can serve as a motivator and with it you may perform better than ever before.
• Take control of your destiny - This one is pretty self explanatory. Make good decisions that will put you in a position to excel and prosper. Surround yourself with like minded people that you trust, who will help you to reach your goals.
• Think outside the box - Approach a tough situation or a problem that you may be having as if you were someone else. Pretend that you are not emotionally tied to the situation or as if you're helping a friend out and see what solutions you come up with.
• Discipline - We all know what it's like to not want to do anything. And we all deserve to be able to relax and/or do something leisurely when time permits. However, staying on task is very important in our fast paced world of timelines and deadlines. Sometimes we have to make the difficult decision of choosing work over play.
• Conviction & Commitment - Last but not least, do all things to the best of your ability. Chose projects that you are passionate about, if you can't chose your projects, become passionate about the work you produce. Those two words (converted to actions) will take you a long way.

I hope these tips are helpful to you, as I will be applying them to my life as well.

Sincerely,

TSH

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Intervention

So... I know I've been MIA lately... But I'm back, and my goal is to blog at least once a day.

There. I've said it publicly, so that means I must really make a valiant effort. We'll see.

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Am I Reading Too Much Into It?...

I mean... you tell me...



I'm just saying... looks pretty shady to me!

Sincerely,

TSH

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