Browsing the blog archives for November, 2009

“Business Lunch Etiquette”

Recently I was asked by a new business professional who should pay for the meal at a business lunch? For a moment there I had to think about my response but then common sense kicked in. My reply was “the person who sets up the meeting.”  Have you ever wondered about this same question?
In the professional environment, business [...]

“MENTORING”

Some are of the opinion that obtaining success will be easy with the right skills set and credentials. Although this is partly true, reaching your ultimate destination will require assistance from others. Actually joining forces with a mentor could prove to be the missing link to put you on the fast track to success.
Selecting a [...]

EmployEE or EmployER, Which Would You Rather Be?

Many college graduates may discover that their dream of landing an ‘ideal’ job is a fleeting one. “According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate was 9.5 percent in October 2009.” Furthermore, Bloomberg News survey of economists states, “the jobless rate will exceed 10 percent through half of 2010.” In addition, landing [...]

“Since When Do Judges Tell You Who To Marry?”

“According to Wikipedia the definition of  a Judge is an official who presides over a court,” not over the lives of a couple who wants to get married.  There are many challenges an engaged couple have to go through while getting to know each other.  Their likes and dislikes, meeting the inlaws, deciding where to live, having children, etc.  However to be told [...]

“Perception or Reality . . . Do You Buy Into This?”

Statistics reveal that approximately one third of African American children are raised in a two parent household which often contributes to the decline of the family. Many share the view that professional black males are non-existent which ultimately leads to identity issues among our children. Women are seeking ways to ease the burden in dating [...]