Opportunity is a set of circumstances or conditions that makes it possible to do something, achieve a goal, or improve a situation. It’s a chance—often brief—to change the direction of your life, your finances, or your future. But opportunity only matters if we recognize it and take action. In business and investing, opportunities rarely knockContinue reading ““Opportunity ?”
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You Are the Asset
You Are the Asset: Investing in Yourself Is the First Step to Changing Your Life In a world where we’re constantly told to invest in stocks, real estate, or businesses, we often forget the most valuable investment of all—ourselves. Before anything external can change, the internal must grow. You are the asset. And like anyContinue reading “You Are the Asset”
Let’s start supporting Black-Owned Businesses!
Let’s Start Supporting Black-Owned Businesses If we want stronger, better communities, we must start supporting our Black-owned businesses. For too long, many of us have heard or even repeated the claim that Black-owned businesses aren’t reliable, trustworthy, or professional. While it’s true that no business is perfect—regardless of who owns it—there are many Black entrepreneursContinue reading “Let’s start supporting Black-Owned Businesses!”
The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation…
The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation Economic desperation is something many people experience when they’re struggling just to make ends meet. It’s a harsh reality where basic needs—food, shelter, and safety—are difficult to secure, and options for improving the situation are limited. While there are a few unexpected lessons or outcomes that can comeContinue reading “The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation…”
The power of Options…
The Power of Options In life, having options is one of the greatest advantages a person can have. Whether it’s in finances, career, education, or personal decisions, options give us the ability to choose what works best—not what we’re forced to settle for. And with options comes something even more valuable: control over our time,Continue reading “The power of Options…”
The role of Fathers and Mentors in Reducing Youth Violence…..
The Role of Fathers and Mentors in Reducing Youth Violence Youth violence doesn’t happen overnight. It often starts with small acts—skipping school, disrespecting authority, hanging with the wrong crowd. These early choices can grow into bigger problems like gang involvement, drug use, or even serious crimes. While many programs focus on punishment after the fact,Continue reading “The role of Fathers and Mentors in Reducing Youth Violence…..”
What kids want from Their Parents?
What Kids Want Most from Their Parents As parents, we often think about giving our children the best clothes, the latest gadgets, or opportunities we didn’t have growing up. But when it really comes down to it, what kids want most from us isn’t anything money can buy — it’s how we make them feel.Continue reading “What kids want from Their Parents?”
Why I Blog!!
Why I Blog I was inspired by powerful voices like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, Les Brown, and later Dr. Boyce Watkins. Each of these individuals came from different walks of life, but they all shared a passion for uplifting the underserved—those living in poverty, those mistreated by the justice system,Continue reading “Why I Blog!!”
Violent Crimes: and Young People
I have spent the past thirty years investigating criminal cases. In my early years, violent crimes were rarely committed by teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18. The most serious offenses among this group typically involved stealing cars or breaking and entering. However, a shift began in the early ’90s. I distinctly remember aContinue reading “Violent Crimes: and Young People”
The Danger of Assumptions: Why we must seek the Truth
The Danger of Assumptions: Why We Must Seek the Truth Assumptions are beliefs we accept as true without proof. They shape our decisions, influence our interactions, and can sometimes lead to unnecessary misunderstandings. While assumptions may seem harmless, they can have serious consequences when they are based on incomplete or inaccurate information. One recent experienceContinue reading “The Danger of Assumptions: Why we must seek the Truth”
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