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Where Do You Get Your News From?

As young professionals it is very important to stay abreast of current events and what’s going on in our community and the communities that surround us.
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to find news sources that you can trust. When watching/reading the news, you want to leave the publication feeling that you have your questions [...]

31Dec2006 | Ashley | Comments | Continued
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Mentoring and Networking: A Staple for the Young Black Professional

Most of us are just beginning our careers. Sometimes navigating the road of professional development can be confusing. That is why honing in your networking skills can prove to extremely valuable to your career.
Professional business networking is defined as the effective linking together of individuals who, through trust and relationship building, become walking, talking advertisements [...]

16Nov2006 | Ashley | Comments | Continued
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Losing Your Mind?

It’s easy to feel scatter-brained as you are establishing your career as a young professional. As most of us know, first impressions are lasting ones, and so to present your best foot forward here are some suggestions to stay organized and focused.
If you haven’t invested in a planning system yet, it’s high time to do [...]

8Nov2006 | Ashley | Comments | Continued