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Everyone’s guide to investing
” I want to create generational wealth; how do I get started?” A simple question. Still, I struggled to give a simple answer to people asking. Until now.
My inner saboteurs were my most vital allies until they became my enemies
A saboteur is a person who deliberately damages or destroys things. How could a saboteur be a good thing in my life then? It never was a good thing, but some of the impacts were useful earlier in my journey.
Is your environment too toxic, or do you need to become more resilient?
The past 2 weeks have been “annoying” in many ways. sense. And that makes things even worse! Check how I am hoping to get out of this situation
Monthly Reflection #1
I am starting a new série. This is after I heard one of my mentor say “businesses always look back…
Allow me to re-introduce myself.
My former employer is interviewing me tomorrow. Here are my thoughts on the questions and what I will answer. Let’s make it fun.
Is the UK a model for white-majority countries?
The latest example of whitewashing. The UK report on Racism is a disgrace and is coming at the most insensitive moment. Let’s debunk the key finding in less than 50 words for each.
Marcus Garvey v.s. W.E.B Du Bois
What will take the Black community out of our current situation? Bottom-up or top-down approach. The populist approach or elitist approach. This question has been haunting me for a few years. Yet, I never reach an answer I am happy with. On the one hand, my humble upbringing could mean I prefer a grassroots approach. On the other hand, my Columbia MBA would make me more of an elitist.
Fireside Chat Topics: 4 Questions to answer
For Black History month, one of my previous employers invited me to come for a fireside chat. I was conflicted at first. Firstly, about 2 months ago I told myself that it was over. I had enough of pouring my heart out in front of people to “educate” them or give them a good story to share during the next dinner party. But I am also deeply committed to my community. So could I say no to this Black Employee Network programming their BHM celebrations?
Kwanzaa Celebration: Day 7 – Imani (Faith). Peace Alima
Happy New Year! Today, my special guest is Peace Alima. She lives in London and was born in Uganda. She is an amazing yoga teacher. Such a great guest to finalize our Kwanzaa celebrations. She shared wisdom, and great tips to be in tune with yourself. It felt like a mental yoga session. Listen to her point of views on Faith, Race, Negotiation and much more.
Kwanzaa Celebration: Day 6 – Kuumba (Creativity). Phalakone Mysay
Today, my special guest is Phalakone Mysay. He lives in Toronto with his wife and daughter. He is an Author and an Entrepreneur in Real Estate and eCommerce. He lives by his motto of “Make it Happen”. And indeed he has been making it happen for more than a decade. After arriving broke in Canada, he is a self made millionaire, who is only getting started. Listen to his original point of views on Creativity, Race, Negotiation and much more.
