TGR: BMORENEWS.com: From "Civil Rights to Silver Rights": The Home of Black Business Advocacy
Be inspired! Help grow a black business today!
By Doni Glover, www.bmorenews.com
(BALTIMORE – January 19, 2010) – When I think back to a recent conversation with the former State Senator of the 44th state legislative district, Clarence Mitchell, III, I am reminded of the joyous benefit that comes from a life of service.
One might not get the most lucrative salary for such humanitarianism; however, from service comes a joy that not even money can buy.
At the same time, the persistent entrepreneur can do both: He/she can help people and help themselves simultaneously. Zig Ziegler, the noted mouthpiece for 'sell, sell, sell', says that as we help others reach their goals, we also better our chances of reaching our own goals.
Such is the joy I experience everyday as publisher of www.bmorenews.com.
Last Thursday, utilizing the concept of strategic partnerships taught to me by Michael Preston and LaRian Finney, BMORENEWS once again held our monthly business networking session.
This particular event at the Douglass-Myers Museum in Historic Fells Point focused on the concept of “power marketing in the 21st century”. To me, for 45 or so individuals to come out and network for the sake of business on a cold winter evening in January is huge. To say the least, as an entrepreneur, I am encouraged. Despite a bum economy, I was reminded that somebody out here is making money. Somebody out here is staying on the grind and is relentless in their pursuit of the American dream. Sales happen everyday. So, even though things might be a little rough, African Americans have seen worse. The African American, typically a descendant of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, has endured some of the most debilitating of circumstances and has gone on to become the CEO. That’s major!
When I think of my colleagues who have opened companies, like Debra Keller and Thomas Hardnett, I am encouraged to know that I can do the same.
Fact: Nobody said it would be easy. However, between Baltimore and DC, there is an estimated annual disposable income of $45 billion for black folks. That says to me that we, who have been sitting on bags of gold and making other people rich, can accomplish anything. And although we have had our share of disappointments, I know that God is more than able to sustain us.
If you are encouraged, feel free to share your excitement. Write us and tell us about why you insist on being successful. We promise to publish your words of encouragement.
Additionally, please RSVP for the Ray Haysbert Awards on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 during Baltimore’s Black Business Week as we celebrate a living legend, Mr. Raymond V. Haysbert, Sr.
Remember, we already have everything we need in order to be successful. All we have to do is apply ourselves, love each other, and work cooperatively toward a better end.
Be inspired, friend. And help grow a black business today!
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BMORENEWS.com presents The Wayne Curry Soiree on Thurs., March 18th:
The Honorable Wayne K. Curry was elected Prince Georges County, Maryland, Executive in November 1994. He is the first African-American to serve in the County's highest elected office. Mr. Curry's career has encompassed government, civic, and community affairs for more than 20 years. He started as a Teacher and Center Director for the Child Day Care Association of Prince Georges County. During the 1970's, he served as Community Affairs Assistant in the County Executive's Office of Community Affairs, as well as Administrative Assistant to the County's Chief Administrative Officer and Senior Assistant to the County Executive. Read in Full >>
2nd Annual Exceptional Mom Award:
Do you know an African American single mother who is hard working, creative, and dedicated to improving the life of her son? This award will honor three exceptional African American single mothers who are raising a son.
The award is designed to celebrate outstanding courage and determination to raise a healthy and productive African American male. Often the media demonizes single mothers and lessons the importance of mothers raising children.
To nominate an Exceptional Mom please complete the application below and send back to us. The deadline for submission is April 20th, 2010. Winners will receive a special plaque and an autographed copy of the new book Raising Him Alone. Winners will be announced on May 1, 2010.
To nominate a mom complete the on-line application by visiting http://www.raisinghimalone.com/spotlight.htm
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BMORENEWS.com presents “Political Cocktails IV: MD Poli10” on Tuesday, April 6:
Part three of an ongoing series of BMORENEWS.com election season political events occurred last night at Eden’s Lounge (www.EdensLounge.com).
According to Hassan Giordano, a regular attendee and founder of ReportersRoundtable.com, “It was an interesting evening.”
He added, “Poli10 is a highly anticipated series of events in this 2010 election season. These events are setting a precedent.”
Today on WOLB 1010 AM with Doni Glover:
Today (Tuesday, March 9th), the question is whether adults are stepping up to the plate on behalf of our youth.
Last week, approximately 700+ young people rallied at Camden Yards for jobs over prisons. They are asking for $100 million. Special guests today include Bryant Muldrew of the Algebra Project, organizers of last week's rally.
The show airs at 10 am on WOLB 1010 AM in Baltimore or you can listen online at www.wolbbaltimore.com. The call-in number is 410.481.1010.
This show is sponsored by the Professional and Continuing Studies Department at Sojourner-Douglass College (www.ed2go.com/sojourner).
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Get Involved in the Baltimore County Master Plan:
The Office of Planning is in the process of developing a Master Plan for the next 10 years. Please come and hear new ideas, concepts, and State Mandates that may impact your community. But most importantly voice your opinion, concerns, likes, dislikes, and ideas.
Go to http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov.Agencies/planning/masterplanning/index.html
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Senator Delores G. Kelley at 410.841.3606.
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