Inspirational words from my cousin Mike,

Michael Spiller

"Life isn't so bad. What you put into it is what you get out. It's as simple as that. Time goes on for ever and ever. Only time that doesn't go for ever is our time. Our time to live, change a life, and triumph in the end. You can not mope about what has happened in your life. The only solution is to learn from what happened. Realize that this is your life and no one else's. Your time and no one else's. People are like seasons, they're there for a period in your life and either change or leave. Cherish those moments, they will never happen again. Learn from others but do not learn how to be like them. You are your own person with your own life. Believe in yourself first and foremost because if you don't no one else will. Everyone has struggles to overcome and it is solely up to you to overcome those struggles through dedication. Dedicate your self to becoming a better you. Pain can not compare to happiness. Sadness and joy neither. They are two opposite emotions and it is your choice to choose which one you want to feel. Joy can not be taken away it is internal. Sadness is an option we were born to be happy, be happy. Someone's life is worse than yours right now. Be the best and do your best. For you."

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Yasmeen Watson

Yasmeen "Yazz" Watson, a Freshman at Howard University, is not waiting for anything to come to her. Her ambitions and desire to win are exhibited in her everyday life, in which she refuses to go with the wind but goes against it. Having always had a passion for business, she really took her talents to the next level, really pushing her own brand - Serenity for Mankind, and is currently working on starting her own management company into the new year. Yasmeen never limits herself to anything, because she knows that brought hard work and perseverance, anything is possible. She has more than a lot in store for this upcoming year.

I met this very distinct, business minded individual in mid 2013 at the start of our academic career. I reached out to her in hopes to attain an understanding of her mindset. We instantaneously gained interest in some of our common goals. Yasmeen is definitely a person that I consider to be well ahead of her time in every aspect in academics, devotion and ambition. After closely analyzing Yasmeen and the method of her motivation I can safely say she is one of the city's most influential people.

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Introducing "Hndwrttn Clothing Inc."

Here are two pieces from the Fall/Winter
2013-2014 Lookbook

I have had the pleasure of knowing the individual behind this particular brand for about 7 years now. He's certainly a good friend of mine and serves as an inspiration to me and others. His brand is centered around clothing, culture, and lifestyle. But, allow me to introduce the person behind this very inspirational brand.

Imer Bradley
19 years old
Originating from Philadelphia
Sophomore of Lincoln University
Graduate of Freire Charter High

Meet the Founder

"Handwritten is a basic and distinctive way of expression. Handwritten is a culture/lifestyle that uses apparel to influence the masses to be unique and distinctive in their own way. Distinct that motto for Handwritten allows individuals to create their own style while ushering new trends for the future. Handwritten Culture is reflected through music, art, pop-culture, and fashion. Handwritten is more than just clothes it's a lifestyle of influence."







-Imer Bradley

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Today in Business News

Bitcoin Tops $1,000 Again on Adoption by Zynga Amid Wider Usage

So let me be one of the many economic analyst to say that I very well predicted this would happen. The nation is moving closer and closer towards the use of Bitcoin, which is a virtual form of currency that is being accepted more and more. Now, at this time your probably thinking what is so bad about this? Well, as time progresses, which is sooner than you think, Bitcoin is going to be the only form of currency on a country wide scale, this means the hundred dollar bills you have stored somewhere won't have much of any value soon.



Bitcoin: a digital currency (also called crypto-currency) that is not backed by any country's central bank or government. Bitcoins can be traded for goods or services with vendors who accept Bitcoins as payment.


Further information provided by Bloomberg businessweek below...




"The price of Bitcoin surpassed $1,000 again on the Mt.Gox exchange, after Zynga Inc. (ZNGA:US) said it would start accepting the virtual currency for some of its online social games as the digital money becomes more widely used.
Bitcoins, which exist as software and aren’t controlled by any country or banking authority, surged to about $1,119 on the exchange today, one of several markets where they are traded for dollars, euros and other currencies.
Bitcoins first crossed the $1,000 threshold in late November and reached record at $1,238 on Mt.Gox on Dec. 4, but then plummeted to as low as $640 after China’s largest online market for the virtual currency stopped accepting deposits. The digital currency has rebounded as more merchants accept Bitcoins for everything from Gummi bears to smartphones on the Internet. Zynga is the latest merchant to accept Bitcoins, which can be used to buy virtual items in games."

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Just about one week into the new year...

Hi guys,

It is just about to approach the completion of one whole week in the new year. How has 2014 been treating you so far? Have you lived up to the new year resolutions that you may have proposed during the last minutes of 2013? Remember that a new year is a new chance to set goals and make accomplishments. Celebrate what was done in 2013 and certainly hope for an even more incredible 2014. Peace to all, have a very successful week, make it count and lastly, have a good Sunday.

-Keon Massey

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Toasting to a Successful Launch

     

"You can do whatever you put your mind to ke..." Words from my 24 year old mother of mine. I was two at the time and thought those words were merely a statement used to make children like me that was from the hood believe in something other than what we came up around. I payed no attention to it for years but lately it has begun to really make its presence known in my life. The simplest way I can put it is the idea of my body being in 2014 and my brain being in 2024, years ahead of my time. The picture that you see was taken when I was 18 years old and my mother was unemployed, a year prior to this photo I was employed at Wendy's. Six months later I started a small investment company, 3 months after that I was picked up as intern by a multi-million dollar global investment company in the heart of my city. Please keep in mind at the time I was a senior in high school, and the only paid intern apart of this company in competition with Ph.D. candidates from UPenn. This is not to glorify or boast my current standings, but it is to prove to you that the above quote is true.


If you are reading this post right now, I would like to thank you, the support is greatly appreciated. I can not even believe reality, the fact that I am doing this, launching something that I can call mine. Often times I am modest with my ideas but this time around a lot more pride is being took. At this time I'd like to announce that this blog is up and running and fully functional. Also I would like to thank the sponsors that assisted me fund aspects of this project. Aside from regular text post, I will be doing vlogs, tips of the week, business terms of the week and features of other individuals that have stood out to me. This blog is pointed to no particular crowd or geographical area. This is simply the start of domino affect for me which leads a chain of events that are upcoming in the new year. I wish to inspire others to do great in every aspect of their lives. I, myself, have been inspired by the wealthiest and the poorest of all. From those inspirational experiences I try to extract the lessons applicable to my own life. I really hope you guys appreciate the time and thoughts put into this current project. Let this blog serve as a resource for everyday life and push factor to help you perform at your highest level. I want to wish everyone a very successful forthcoming year. Feedback is appreciated, and please if you enjoy this blog do not hesitate to pass it on to others.

sincerlly, Keon Massey

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Dreams vs. Goals

Often times I here people associate dreams with success. For example "chase your dreams" or "dreams come true".  Not always the case...

   

   Speaking from personal experience, none of what I have accomplished I have ever "dreamed" of. Dreams are things that are not reality. It is also said in a numerous amount of studies that people do not remember 90% of their dreams. So in theory, the great dreams that you could have possibly had, you won't even be able to remember. Goals are a reality. Every great idea I have ever thought of was thought while I was wide awake. I do not recall ever setting a goal while sleep. I don't believe in "Dream Chasing" but I do believe in "Goal Attaining". Goals are made in real life and in real time. A person dreams when they are sleep. Success does not come to a sleeper. Dreams come to a sleeper. While an individual is busy dreaming, a person is awake somewhere in America attaining there goals. Food  for thought.

Dream/drēm/ -a series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep.

...the keyword is sleep. Wake up and capitalize off real life.

-Keon Massey

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When Odds Happen to be Against You

Possibly one the most difficult things about being a young professional is people doubting your dedication or even your knowledge. I for one have had first experience with people not believing in me. I was always forced to believe in myself simply because no one else would, once yo do that you begin to prove yourself to others effortlessly. Furthermore, people start to become amazed of what a young person is capable of. I say that to say, if you as an individual can see something that others can not yet see, don't let that discourage you. Instead you should treat it as some sort of gift. The ability to see what others can not.

-Keon Massey

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