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Making the 2nd $Million Sometimes it is hard to talk with others about money. So there, I have told you at least part of my story below. I made it, lost it, and am re-building it. Life is not all about money but I like to see progress in accomplishing my goals which are now written and revised when needed. There are many people who are like me, trying to figure it out as we go, working hard to keep the pieces of the puzzle together. If you want to hear more, read below... In looking back and p… Continue

Written By Regina Brett, 90 years old, of The Plain Dealer, Cleveland , "To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me. It is the most-requested column I've ever written." My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the column once more: 1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good. 2. When in doubt, just take the next small step. 3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. 4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and parents will… Continue

Just a few interesting facts which were recently published by the Center for Women's Business Research. Economic impact - $3 trillion annually which translates into the creation and/or maintenance of more than 23 million jobs by women-owned businesses. 28.2 percent of all businesses in the United States are owned by women. However, only 4.2 percent of all direct revenues are generated by women-owned businesses in the U.S. Most of the programming now offered through the public sector and much… Continue

Do you know Lori at Red Rover Sales & Marketing Company? RedRover and LaunchMemphis hosted a workshop today on "Developing a Dynamic Escalator Pitch". The format was interactive with participants developing a rough draft of their pitch, then practicing in small groups, refining the pitch, and then lunch with one-on-one feedback from experts. This was well worth the time and $25. Just the first power point slide explained why it's important. Per RedRover, your pitch is the defining moment in… Continue

Obama Administration Announces Efforts to Increase Access to Contracting Opportunities for Minority-Owned, Small Businesses A new government-wide plan that includes federal agency procurement officials is holding more than 200 events this fall to share information on government contracting opportunities, including those available under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Commerce and SBA will support, monitor and track the impact of these efforts going forward to help ensure the Adminis… Continue