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How To Recreate Yourself
- Category: Advice & Tips
- Published on May 18, 2013
- Written by Shirley A. Jones
"Re-create yourself by forging a new identity, one that commands attention and never bores the audience." -Law 46 of Robert Green's 48 Laws of Power
May definitely has its share of monthly celebrations and observances, most notably Mother’s Day and Memorial. Although not widely observed, May is also celebrated by some as “Creative Beginnings” Month, an observance that encourages each of us to get our creative juices flowing. And, what better creation to work on than yourself?

Welcome our newest contributor: Maurice Henry
- Category: Blog
- Published on May 09, 2013
- Written by The Black Perspective
Maurice Henry is a blogger for Positive Directions (MIA) Minorities In Action. Positiv Directions aims to highlight the incredible accomplishments made by minorities and delve into how they contribute to America. Read on for his first article...
The Power of Presentation: Effective Communication Skills for Leaders
- Category: Advice & Tips
- Published on May 08, 2013
- Written by The Black Perspective
"The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives." Tony Robbins, success coach
Can you think of a single profession, career, or entrepreneurial endeavor that wouldn't require strong communication skills? Isn’t this important skill absolutely necessary to effectively convey your ideas and help you interact positively with others inside and outside of the business? I am confident you won't think of an example because we all have to connect with other people on a regular basis, regardless of the profession, if we are to be successful.
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U.S. Army Partners With Thurgood Marshall College Fund
- Category: Profiles
- Published on May 01, 2013
- Written by The Black Perspective
U.S. Army Partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund Promotes Opportunities for College Scholarships
(BLACK PR WIRE) – Alexandria, Va. (Apr. 29, 2013) — The U.S. Army and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) have completed a cooperative arrangement designed to ensure students have greater access to the education, resources and training necessary to become leaders in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) related Army career fields.
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