One of my favorite songs as a child was sung by Diana Ross “Do you know where you’re going to?” 

Do you know where you’re going to?
Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to? do you know?
Do you get what you’re hoping for?
When you look behind you there’s no open door
What are you hoping for?
Do you know? 

Many of you have already invested in getting a copy of The Big ASK so some of this content is going to piggyback many of the principles in the book. (Sidebar: Please take the time to write me a review on Amazon. Reviews on Amazon are like gold nuggets.)  

The one question I get all the time about productivity and The Big ASK is: How do I get clear on my wants, needs, and desires? Having a Big ASK is getting so much emphasis nowadays for two reasons. 

One: Many people have serious internal self-defeating thoughts about knowing what they want, feeling comfortable communicating it, and stating it clearly. This is where some businesses fail because they go from not knowing what they want to not knowing what problem to solve for their clients as well.  (my mom used to say, how you do one thing is how you do everything…just think about the patterns we created without even realizing it)

Two: Many of us, I will speak for myself here grew up suppressing my wants, needs, and dreams — even to the extent of feeling guilty about “wanting” something. (you know the saying from our parents “don’t touch anything, don’t ask for nothing, don’t look at nothing…”)  Most of us learn the power of suppression more than the magic of manifestation in our childhood. Visit http://move-central.com. With this in mind, we begin to grow up and feel as if someone will lack because of our wants, desires, and needs…someone else will be deprived because of our clarity.

 It is time to free your dreams and visions. It is time for you to take a trip on the wild side. The side that all things are possible. The side that proves that your steps are ordered by God. The side that contradicts your status, class, ethnicity, background, education, and even your own beliefs.  Click on the link to share your thoughts. We are giving away 3 “Big ASK vision board kits” this week to support you in this “plan-demic”. 

Many of you have already invested in getting a copy of The Big ASK
so some of this content is going to piggyback many of the principles in the book.

(Sidebar: Please take the time to write me a review on Amazon. Reviews on Amazon are like gold nuggets.)

The one question I get all the time about productivity and The Big ASK is:

How do I get clear on my wants, needs, and desires?

Having a Big ASK is getting so much emphasis nowadays for two reasons.

One: Many people have serious internal self-defeating thoughts about knowing what they want, feeling comfortable communicating it, and stating it clearly. This is where some businesses fail because they go from not knowing what they want to not knowing what problem to solve for their clients as well.

(my mom used to say, how you do one thing is how you do everything…just think about the patterns we created without even realizing it)

Two: Many of us, I will speak for myself here grew up suppressing my wants, needs, and dreams — even to the extent of feeling guilty about “wanting” something.

(you know the saying from our parents “don’t touch anything, don’t ask for nothing, don’t look at nothing…”)

Most of us learn the power of suppression more than the magic of manifestation in our childhood.

With this in mind, we begin to grow up and feel as if someone will lack because of our wants, desires, and needs…someone else will be deprived because of our clarity.

It is time to free your dreams and visions. Visit https://currysupply.com. It is time for you to take a trip on the wild side. The side that all things are possible. The side that proves that your steps are ordered by God. The side that contradicts your status, class, ethnicity, background, education, and even your own beliefs.

Thanks to COVID (side-eye) I had to return to loving on myself from the inside out.

I start to diligently take time to focus on inner and outer self-care. My self-care regimen included prayer, meditation, cleansing, detoxing, and of course, maintenance of my crown “hair”. I started taking vitamins and supplements, letting my hair breathe and be free.

My mornings looked like:

• Prayer
• Meditation
• Lemon water detox
• Affirmations
• Facial
• Haircare

I was introduced to this amazing product “Follicle Enhancer” by Edge Naturale. This product seriously took 2 weeks as I was seeing results and new hair growth on my edges. Well this worked and I wanted to share a product that actually yields results. My edges were thin from weaves, wigs, braids, twist, you name it, your girl rocked it. maxmaturecams.com Out of all the fabulousness with these diverse styles, I was putting major damage on my hair.

This is an amazing product for people who want to revive edges fast.

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This episode I interview Lucinda Cross, she is a critically acclaimed author, World-renowned keynote speaker, educator, and owner of a small business consulting firm, Activate Worldwide LLC. Lucinda has made her first million in selling Vision Board kits after her appearance on Queen Boss on BET and contract with Walmart. She is the Founder of Activate Your Life Inc. and Recipient of the Life Time Achievement Award from former President Barack Obama. Lucinda teaches us all about her journey to success and she also teaches us all about vision boards. Want to check out our website? -> www.themfceoprocess.com

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#LucindaCross, #VisionBoardQueen, #MindSet, #WinningMindset, #BusinessOpportunity, #COVID-19, #CEO, #WinOrDie, #MfceoProject, #Mental Strength, #Business, #Lifestyle, #Success

Now is the time to write and approach your dream list of mentors.

There are mentors, then there are “dream list” mentors. Dream list mentors are the mentors you’d pick if you could choose any mentors on the planet. Landing these kinds of “dream list” mentors takes audacity and connections. But it’s certainly doable.

==> How Facebook Landed Bill Gates

When Facebook was still in its infancy with just a few million members, Mark Zuckerberg decided he wanted to make it a platform. He wanted developers to be able to build apps on the platform.

He asked one of his mentors if he could put him in touch with others who’ve developed platforms. His mentor said he might be able to put him in touch with some developers who’ve built a platform in the past.

Zuckerberg said: “I was thinking more along the lines of Bill Gates.”

His mentor scoffed at him. Here he was, running a startup social network with far less traffic than MySpace and he wanted Bill Gates to teach him how to build a platform?

Need help with the Asking grab your copy of The Big ASK.

The next day, his mentor walked in. Zuckerberg said “I talked to him.” “Who?” “Bill gates.”

He just called him up and asked.

==> Be Realistic vs. Be Audacious

The world of business is littered with examples like this. The most successful people in the world are much more accessible than you’d think. Successful people had mentors themselves and often want to give back.

You probably don’t want to approach these kinds of mentors until you’ve got some traction. You want your business to be running moderately successfully already. These mentors should help you get to the next level, not help you get your business off the ground.

==> Start With Your Top 10

Write a list of your top 10 dream mentors. These should be the mentors you’d pick if you could choose any mentors on the planet.

Need help with the Asking grab your copy of The Big ASK.

Once you’ve written these 10, write out who you know that might know them or know someone who knows them. Make sure to include investors, lawyers and current mentors.

Also, write out a list of 10 people who are “close” to your current network that you might be able to reach out to. For example, perhaps the person who owns the building you work out of is a multi-millionaire and could teach you a lot. You might want to put him on your list.

==> Be Audacious in Making Contact

Be audacious in making contact with potential mentors, check www.dustandmop.com. Successful people respect audacity. Don’t assume that just because they’re more successful they won’t give you the time of day. Remember: You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.

Actively seek out mentors that can help take you to the next level, even if they seem unattainable. If you reach out to 10 such mentors, there’s a very good chance you’ll land a couple. Need help with the Asking grab your copy of The Big ASK.

As someone who invests in conferences and networking as well as producing these events, I understand how costly this can get with so many awesome events going on. Even if you get to snag early-bird specials and discount rates the investment can take a huge toll on your finances if not planned out correctly.  One thing I learned to do was to connect with other individuals attending and bunk up or carpool. I learned to grab early flights using flight alerts. Checking nearby Airbnb and also grabbing groupons to cover lunch and dinner was a huge success.  

Well here is a few ways to arrange for FREE tickets to The Big ASK Live.  

1. Are you a podcaster, blogger, social media influencer? If you are covering the conference under press or media you can get a complimentary ticket with the right requirements. 

2. Do you have a camera or Video camera? If you agree to take photos or video snippets of the conference as part of the conference onsite social media squad you can also grab a complimentary ticket. 

3. Lend your hands to some labor. If you can help set up or break down or be a part of the organizing committee you get a complimentary ticket. Or offer any admin support services virtually pre-conference. We can use all the help! 

4. Know how to cook or bake or decorate? If you have any skills in the kitchen, we would love to have some desserts and light bites available for our VIPs and speakers. If you are gifted with decor and creative we would love to hear about your ideas and how you can help enhance the branding onsite. We love to work with people at www.wundermold.com, within their expertise. Tell us what you are great at and we can see if we can use your services for this event in exchange for a ticket. 

5. ASK someone to sponsor your ticket in exchange to market them on-site at the conference and sharing they are being sponsored by…. during their social media marketing.  

Wondering what’s going on for The Big ASK Conference weekend. Here is a snapshot. Mark your calendars with our site. 

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There is too much to share to type in one post so please be on the lookout for a Follow-Up video.

Let me just share that the ESSENCE Fest experience is all about the side events. Just when you think you are having a blast at the Convention Center and the concerts at The Superdome before you get there you have to decide between a dozen or so dope events that you must narrow down to two or three that you can attend per day.

Side events include celebrity brunches and lunches, meet-ups with decision makers and corporate big wigs, your favorite product Pop up shops and then there’s the all-white parties, all black parties, movie premiers, listening parties, and album releases.

I was able to get in on:

AT&T Brunch with Isaiah Thomas– it was polished. Everyone was dressed to the T. Me and hubby literally just got off the plane and headed over to the brunch not realizing it was fancy schmancy. As we were going back and forth whether we should stay or leave because we were underdressed, cute still but a bit underdressed, here comes a big wig, greeting us, loving on us and welcoming us to an elite table in our un-elite attire. LOL
Here is where Isaiah Thomas was showcasing his new champagne which was really delicious and I had a chance to meet some top executives and media outlets. One connection I made, in particular, had me ready to do a Glory run around the room. (more to come about that)

Strength of A Woman Brunch hosted by Mary J Blige- yoooooooooooo, this event is my personal highlight ever year, thanks to one of my sister friends. Here you are in a room full of A-listers but everyone is super cool and relaxed. The energy in the room is light and the ambiance is flawless. Plus I get a chance to see Mary J Blige up close and personal. Yes, I had to hold back a few yells and OMGs when I saw her but her smile and even acknowledging my Yellow dress was everything.

I had plenty of double date lunches with my husbands cousin and his wife and friends, which left us with hurting cheeks from laughing so much and full bellies from all the Charbroiled oysters.

The Love Freedom Movement event is where my ace Robin was on the panel. Although I missed her panel by 5min sitting in standstill traffic, I still was able to catch up with her and hear some of the presentations green apple cleaning md, catch the fashion show and take some photos. (she was looking super cute, I am so proud)

I missed Anthony Hamilton’s brunch, once again sitting in standstill traffic. A 10min ride turned into a 40min ride, check fixbodygroup.com. Plus walking was out of the question when the radio was announcing that it was 111 degrees.

More to come in the video but for the record.

1. Overpacking is a must, it is so hot you will change maybe 2 to 3 times a day.
2. Carry a fancy outfit never know when you will get last minute tickets to a fancy schmancy brunch with an NBA legend. LOL
3. Braids, Locs and twist are a big hit and safe to wear, anything else is suspect and the way the heat is set up, your wet and wavy 24inch unit may end up looking like a dry and crunchy 10inch afro by noon.