DR. V.A. JOSEPH'S WEEKLY LIFE NUGGETS: May 2011

Monday, May 30, 2011

“Get Connected” Networking in ATLANTA 26th May

This past Thursday, I had the distinct pleasure to be part of a great networking event put on by Autumn Essie Bailey Ford and her sponsors. The event was hosted at the luxurious 200 Peachtree Street located in the heart of downtown Atlanta. People from all over attended the networking event to make connections, start new business ventures, expand ongoing business, partner with others, and make affiliates to add value to one another.
“Get Connected” is Atlanta’s newest and grandest industry mixer open to anyone who is interested in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry, or who is established in their career. They are invited to attend and share knowledge, experiences and contacts, or to just have a great time.

As the COO of Gigaré, Inc., I traveled from Arizona to make this month’s networking mixer. It was the first “Get Connected” event that Gigaré, Inc has attended, but surely won’t be the last. Being born in Georgia it is always my pleasure to come back to Atlanta even when it is for business.

Marquez Hughley is the CEO and founder of Gigaré, Inc. He established Gigaré- A King’s Collection during his freshman year at Morehouse College in 4 months (from September 2008 – December 2008) from an idea to a tangible product. During his interview Marquez explains the names and meanings behind the neckties.

The actual idea for Gigaré – “A King’s Collection” was God-inspired, and given to me in September 2008 while studying for my Physical Science course. The vision was to start a Men's Business Professional / Casual Wear clothing line to induce a particular mindset and perspective of one’s own self-image and worth. Gigaré - “A King's Collection” is the brand’s name and slogan of the product sold. The name Gigaré means, “A billion, as pertaining to the worth.”

The atmosphere at Get Connected was so inviting. The live music played set a friendly tone as business men and women connected and had good conversation. The Jazz played by the saxophonist was soothing as he hit the keys and notes to excite our minds and take our breath away.

Celebrities like Tommy Ford (“Martin”), was in the house as he promoted his newest venture, My Portal TV. “Get Connected” is the place you want to be to network, share knowledge, experiences, contacts, and enjoy life the last Thursday of every month. Check out "Get Connected" on facebook and like the page.

Gigaré - "A King's Collection"
-Men’s Business Professional Wear.
Website: www.gigarecollection.com
E-mail: contact@gigarecollection
Phone: 1-888-372-1460
Facebook: Gigareinc
Twitter: Gigareinc
Blackplanet: Gigareinc

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Friday, May 27, 2011

WISDOM FROM 2011 B.E. ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE + EXPO

WISDOM FROM 2011 B.E. Entrepreneurs Conference Where Deals Are Made

It was both a pleasure and a honor to have attended the 16th annual Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo, hosted by Nationwide Insurance. It was especially exciting to attend in Atlanta, as I am from Augusta, Georgia. It is always a pleasure to visit my birth state.

The conference was simply amazing, like….WOW; and, being able to meet and greet fellow entrepreneurs was exhilarating to say the least. As the COO of Gigaré, Inc. it was my first time attending a BE conference. I truly didn’t expect to walk away with so many great stories and experiences that build personal character, as well as starting new relationships and partnerships. My first thought was it was going to be so massive that it wouldn’t have a personal touch, and boy was I wrong! Meeting wonderful people who were so transparent and open really empowered me to see and better understand the true meaning of networking.

There were so many things that stood out in the conference that directly helped me as a young entrepreneur. I want to share a few of the nuggets of wisdom with you briefly:

1. Never allow yourself to think light, little, or low of your current situation, nor your future. For many of you with entrepreneurial ambitions, the job that you currently have is not going to be the job you retire from. Plan for your future and watch it unfold before your eyes; not because it’s magic, but because it is your expectation.

2. Believe in yourself; because if you don’t, nobody else will. I met some pretty amazing young business owners that are well worthy of the title “Teenpreneurs”. Check out “AJ’s Hawaiian Iceez, LLC. (www.ajsiceez.com). These two young men inspired me as being teenage corporate executives.

3. Stay disciplined and rooted in core principles that effectively promote development. Never place work above your family! Be a businessman or woman that has balance, order, and structure. Education is essential, not sequential! This is so because not everyone will take the same route in how they provide themselves an education. Be sure to learn from others mistakes. Study your craft, become knowledgeable, and apply principles that promote effectiveness, longevity, and legacy.

“Tie-Aways” from today’s blog.

Your expectations determine your destination. As President & CEO Earl G. Graves Jr. of Black Enterprise put it “If you have low expectations, you will meet those. If you have high expectations, you will meet those.”

I have always had high expectations of learning from and meeting some of the world’s great people of influence. Thank you Mr. Earl G. Graves Sr. and Mr. Earl G. Graves Jr. for setting such a great standard. Special thanks to Alfred Edmond Jr. and the entire staff at BE for all of your labor and efforts to present a classy event. Consider us in Arizona for 2013!

Monday, May 16, 2011

BREAKING OUT TO BREAK FORTH

Today, I want to let you in on a secret that has been brewing up in my heart for almost the last decade. This topic is near and dear to me because I recognize that so many people need to learn how to break out of their shells and allow themselves to release the extraordinary on the inside them. When you learn to release you increase in your freedom.

Have you ever sat down and taken an account of your life only to say that I am tired of getting caught up with the same old thing year after year? What about making promises to others, let alone yourself that you do not keep? That is what this blog is all about. I want everyone who has been through, going through, or coming out of this situation. There is a place in life called complacency which is where pursuit is put on suspension, passion is put on ice, and productivity is handcuffed.

The key to breaking out is recognizing the great potential on the inside of you to accomplish any and everything you set your mind too. Breaking out is symbolic to shattered glass, when glass breaks it crumbles into small pieces. The process is the same when dealing with your mentality, it takes little pieces like friends, family, mentors, coaches, and time to break out of the old that has held you captive. You have heard the old adage that “it takes a village to raise a child” sometimes this is true for other areas of life as well.

Learning to break out to break through is a matter of releasing to be free. If you are not ashamed to tell the truth many of us struggle in areas because of pride. Yes that little word that causes so much pain, chaos, and confusion can literally kill you.

If I can share four simple principles that will help you to break out of complacency in what ever area you may be being held back in they would be:

1. Recognize your need for deep meditation
2. Surround yourself with proven mentors
3. Take heed to the obvious signs
4. Apply the wisdom gained daily

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