Success

If I Knew Better, I’d Do Better (Replay)

May 18, 2011

        I’ve always enjoyed the saying above because I truly believe we all are products of our environment and the things we are exposed to EARLY greatly affect us as adults. With that said, I think about lessons passed down to me either via my parents or mentors. My parents did a great job of [...]

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Use Competition for Motivation (Replay)

May 17, 2011

          Competition is a funny thing.  Some people thrive when competing while others do horribly under the pressure of trying to win.   There probably are a number of reasons for that dynamic but I personally believe competition is always a good thing.  I’ve always been a somewhat of a self-starter but I tend to think I work better [...]

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Denzel Washington, Commencment Speech at UPenn, Urges Failure…

May 17, 2011

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 [...]

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Our Youth, Our Responsibility!

May 4, 2011

Through my years of working with youth, I have noticed certain factors that give youth a better chance to succeed. This year in particular while working with youth in the inner city, I have learned more than ever that the youth of today, are very much a byproduct of the environment that surrounds them. When [...]

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Interview for Success!

March 29, 2011

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 [...]

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What Will You Be Doing This Summer???

March 7, 2011

                    YPs, the summer is approaching.  What will you be doing this summer???  I know many people have vacation plans and relaxation plans that they cannot wait to take part in.  The weather will be a lot nicer than the snow and freezing temperatures that we have gotten used to in these past months, [...]

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No Results Come Without Action!!!

February 3, 2011

            YPs, the recent events going on in Egypt have caused me to do some thinking.  In some cases I have brought out some feelings inside of myself that I never knew were there and in other cases, I see myself PLAYING THE DEVIL’S ADVOCATE.  A few things just come to mind regarding the [...]

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Motivation: “Future” by Musiq SoulChild

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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 [...]

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Good Quote from Mark Twain

January 5, 2011

   “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” Good day YP’s! Life is all about living, I mean truly [...]

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Good Quote From Will Smith

January 3, 2011

 ”99% is the same as zero. If you are gonna do 99, go ahead and stay home” -Will Smith           YPs, I’d like to first say HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you!!!  With that said, I know many of you are planning on carrying out New Year’s Resolutions.  A resolution is only as good as [...]

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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 Henry Ford (Replay)

December 1, 2010

“One who fears failure limits his activities. Failure is only the opportunity to more intelligently begin again.”           It is impossible to be great if you are one who is afraid to fail.  There is no such thing as a perfect person.  Therefore we will all fall short in life, time and time again.  We must fail in [...]

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Good Quote from Lance Armstrong (Replay)

November 22, 2010

  “If children have the ability to ignore all odds and percentages, then maybe we can all learn from them. When you think about it, what other choice is there but to hope? We have two options, medically and emotionally: give up, or Fight Like Hell.” I love this quote YP’s!  Regardless of what you’re [...]

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The Key to life according to Will Smith

November 19, 2010

Love what you do and do what you love YPs, please take a minute out of your day to check out this video above. I always find Will Smith’s words of advice inspirational and this video is no different. Enjoy your Friday YPs!!!

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