Archive for 'Publisher’s Corner'
Book Release: No, You Can’t Pick My Brain, It Costs Too Much
I woke up on January 3rd to a flood of email, tweets and messages from people congratulating me on my Forbes article. Of course, I had no idea what they were talking about. So I went [...]
Black in America- My Take, My Challenge, My Pledge- Part I
This installment of Black In America definitely opened up the dialog. It gave us, the viewer a chance to experience through the eyes of the (Black) participants what it takes to get prepared to enter Silicon [...]
Some Things They Just Don’t Teach You in Business School
Contrary to popular belief, you can have a heart and still run a business. At different points in my entrepreneurial endeavors, I’ve had to make some decisions that made me sick to my stomach. From dealing [...]
5 Things to Keep in Mind When Applying at a Start Up
Back in the old days (HAH! that sounds hilarious) the goal was to get a cushy job with some big successful company and make a name for yourself while climbing that corporate ladder. You put in [...]
No More Excuses- Instead of Occupying, Create Your Own Opportunities
OK, I’m about to piss some folks off. But that’s OK, the truth usually stings at first. I know more than you could imagine how hard the last few years have been. This country goes through [...]
Leave Your Pride at the Door
That’s what my Father used to say to me as a little kid. As an adult, I often find myself still being a victim of pride. This past Sunday, my pastor spoke about pride being one [...]
Getting to Know Us
Get to know the bloggers who keep Empower Me! Magazine buzzing with inspiration, motivation and education to help you live your best professional and entrepreneurial life. [...]
Prepare the Next Generation, Please
Watching President Obama’s speech to the students at University of Denver this afternoon, I couldn’t help but feel there were some things missing. I understand the purpose of his appearance and the topic at hand. He [...]
Formula for Growth
Starting a business is the easy part. Running and growing it is where the real work takes place. Long after the euphoria of opening your doors to the public wears off, entrepreneurs get hit with a [...]
You Want to Work? Go Get- or Make- a Job!
Readers and viewers were stunned when GOP candidate Herman Cain announced (with attitude I might add) “Don’t blame Wall Street, don’t blame the big banks, if you don’t have a job and you’re not rich, blame [...]
2011 in Review: Lessons Learned from Oprah
Totally awesome.
Top 3 Realistic Resolutions For 2012
These are impressive articles. Keep up the noble be successful.
Get Out of Your Own Way
I too have seen smartassizms first-hand. I like the initiative you pre
Into a Black Hole: Common Courtesy and Recruiting
Wow Jim. What a powerful statement. Please know that you are NOT a nob
I've Been Applying for Jobs, But Nobody Will Hire Me!
"Empowered" you're right. It is easier said than done. it's not about