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Keep Going: T-Pain

 

          Like T-Pain or not this short, simple song speaks volumes.  I bet when T-Pain started pursuing his dream of being an artist in the fashion in which he went about it (auto-tune), he probably had a handful of supporters and triple the doubters and naysayers.  But he kept going and made his mark on the music industry and world.  With that said, YPs handle your business and “Keep Going” when you encounter a setback.  I recently lost my father and felt myself falling into a mini depression but I know I have to “Keep Going” on with my life even though a big part of me is missing.  Whether it’s someone telling you “no or you can’t do that” or losing a job or loved one YPs, you and I must ”Keep Going” in order to fulfill any and all of our dreams and goals.  “Keep Going” YPs and lookout for those unexpected BLESSINGS!!!

YPRuck, Young Professionals Writer

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Denzel Washington has always been one of my favorite actors. Recently, he gave a commencement speech at his son’s school, the University of Pennsylvania. While speaking to the graduates he talked about taking risks in life, and not fearing failure, but embracing and becoming better because of them, which I believe is an inspiring message to all. He says, Do you have the guts to fail?”. “If you don’t fail, you’re not even trying.” I believe this is an very important message, and can very much relate it to my own life.

I have noticed that when I take positive risks, and challenge myself for the better, I have become better because of them. Many times, I have been terrified at certain moments, but going through them helped me build character and confidence. Take for example giving a presentation to 200 high school students, I was terrified, but I choose to practice and face it head on which helped me conquer that particular fear. I firmly believe that sometimes when we lose, we actually win. We are then able to take a step back, assess what happened, and do better next time around. As humans, we should not strive for perfection, but instead improve gradually each and every day. We all know failure is definitely apart of the equation, but the most important part is getting right back up each and every time! Below is the article about Denzel at UPenn…

By: KATHY MATHESON

PHILADELPHIA — Denzel Washington confessed to a bit of stage fright in his latest role: Commencement speaker at the University of Pennsylvania. [click to continue…]

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In this tough job market, it is really important to make a first great impression once you finally land that interview that you worked so hard to get. How are you going to stand apart from the other candidates that want that same position?? Recently, I went on a interview for an internship at a place where I would really like to work after I finish my masters program. I believe I made a good first impression because I was very passionate about what I was talking about and because I did my homework beforehand. Also, before I went on the interview, I attended a seminar on interview tips that provided me with a lot of good information that I would like to share.

Now there are many steps before the interview, like making sure that you have a great resume that highlights all of your experiences, skills, and is easy to read.  You also must possess a good cover letter that introduces yourself, summary of your qualifications, and a closing paragraph. Once you have a good resume and cover letter in hand, it is time to search for that job. Some places where you could look for various jobs could be through job banks, employer websites, newspaper classified, and job fairs. Most importantly, studies show that 68% of new job hires are through word of mouth. So make sure you identify your contacts, and reach out to them. You want to build and expand your network by taking advantage of every social interaction. You could also join organizations that you are interested in that may also expand your social network. Keep a database of your contacts, and follow up with them regularly! You never know if you do not ask! Now you finally got that interview. Now what???

Interview Tips:

1. Practice interview questions. Interviewer are looking for attitudes, philosophies, motivation, basically what makes you [click to continue…]

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Musiq | Juslisen | Future

          YPs this is one of my favorite songs by one of my favorite artists Musiq SoulChild off of his 2nd studio album “Juslisen” titled “Future”.  Musiq is simply relying the message to never give up on your dreams, goals, &/or aspirations in spite of your age, children &/or any other responsibilities you may accrue.  Bottom line, it takes some people longer than others to achieve their goals for a number of reasons but until you’re six feet under you can do whatever set your mind to do.  Keep dreaming YPs and you’ll reach ‘Successville’ in due time.  It’s entirely up to you and how bad you want it and how soon you want it…

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EAT, PRAY, LOVE: Truth Quote

December 16, 2010

“If you’re brave enough to leave everything behind familiar and comforting.  And set out on a truth seeking journey and if you are prepared to face and forgive some very difficult realities about yourself.  Then the truth will not be withheld from you.”           Not sure if you have seen the movie based off of [...]

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The 7 Beliefs of Success! (Replay)

December 6, 2010

There is one thing that all YP’s have in common; we all want to be successful in life! Success for me has definitely changed throughout the years, and I think that just comes with maturation. When I was 18, my definition of success was getting a nice car, getting the chrome rims, getting money, so I can [...]

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Good Quote from Confucius

October 19, 2010

  “ The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.”           Confucius is simply conveying the notion of practice makes perfect with this quote.  You never (or rarely) see someone that is successful that doesn’t have their “ducks in a row”.  Successful people have stories that include [...]

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Motivation: Airplanes by B.o.B. Feat. Eminem & Hayley Williams

June 3, 2010

Airplanes (Part 2):B.o.B. Feat. Eminem & Hayley Williams  “pretend he procrastinated had no motivation pretend he just made excuses that were so paper thin they could blow away with the wind Marshall you’re never gonna make it makes no sense to play the game there ain’t no way that you’ll win” [ Snippet from Eminem's [...]

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No Arm, No Leg, No Problem….

May 25, 2010

Good day YP’s! I received an email about two dancers a while back, one who lost an arm, and one who lost a leg that I wanted to share. Even though they were both handicapped, they were able to win 1st place in a dance competition.  For me, it was a reminder of the strength, [...]

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Good Quote from Colin Powell

May 18, 2010

“The freedom to be your best means nothing unless you are willing to do your best” – Colin Powell Happy Tuesday YP’s everywhere! This is a great quote from Colin Powell because it talks about realizing your potential. We all have the ability to do great things on this earth, but it is really up [...]

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Good Quote from Unknown Author

May 11, 2010

“You are the CEO of your life”! – Unknown Author Morning YP’s! Very simple quote, but very powerful in the same breathe. I like this quote because it says that YOU are the only person who is in charge of your life. Granted, there are factors that are out of our control, but at the [...]

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The Blind Side Quote

April 20, 2010

“When something awful was happening my mother would tell me to close my eyes.  She was trying to keep me from seeing her do drugs or other bad things.  And when she was finish she would tell me to open my eyes the past is gone, the world is a good place and it’s all going [...]

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Good Quote From J. Cole

April 1, 2010

J. Cole: Just To Get By (Freestyle) “Now where’s the ladder|Cause either you gone whine or you climb| I choose the latter (ladder).”           Enough with the whining and complaining YPs!  You’re wasting energy and quite frankly nobody wants to hear about your misfortune over and over and over again.  We all have to deal [...]

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Good Quote from Les Brown

March 29, 2010

“Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars”. – Les Brown           Happy Monday YP’s! This is one of my favorite quotes of all time, because it is inspires me to do, and become better. I believe I first heard this quote from Beanie Siegel in a song titled “Feel [...]

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Good Quote from Khalil Gibran

March 23, 2010

“Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; not so much by what happens to you as by the way your mind looks at what happens”. – Khalil Gibran Good day YP’s! Very good quote from Khalil Gibran, and it definitely speaks [...]

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