Donnell Rank, Ms Corporate America

Ms Corporate America is a fairly new pageant so we wanted to take the opportunity to do a little Q & A session with Ms Corporate America 2010 to inform you of what is happening inside their pageant.

Q. What motivated you to become a contestant in the Ms. Corporate America Pageant?
A. I thought it was a brilliant way to combine my love of pageantry with the celebration of women in business and an excellent way to promote my platform; Smile Network International!

Q. Seeing that this particular pageant tends to be a bit more focused on your accomplishments and contributions to corporate America, would venture to say that holding this title has helped you with your career?
A.Oh , absolutely. Not only has it brought new opportunities to me personally and professionally, but it has also catapulted my Company into the national spotlight!

Q. How do you balance your career while also holding the title of Ms. Corporate America?
A. I travel extensively to our 40 branches across the United States, and with each Market Visit I am on, I have the opportunity to promote the Pageant, and make appearances in the media as well as with the city businesses that I’m visiting.

Q. What one piece of advice would you give to any young girl or woman who aspires to be apart of Ms Corporate America?
A.Remember that “Your thoughts create your reality” so aim high, ask for mentors and coaches along the way and get ready to work hard! One of very favorite sayings is…”The harder I work, the luckier I get!” and that is so true. If you are willing to work hard and persevere- literally the sky’s the limit!

This post was submitted by Candace Howard.

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Anywho, I thought that I would make your generosity easier by putting a print icon/pdf icon on the blog for you. So now at the bottom of every article you will notice these icons. Simply click and print.

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Some of us, like myself, have been weave divas practically since the cradle, while its just starting to catch on with others. There are pretty much 3 criteria that must be carefully considered when looking for weave: Movement, Silkiness, and Style/Durability. No matter what the color, hair cut, or length you decide to go with, these 3 things come into play always. . Don’t worry! I am going to walk you through your weave buying experience like never before. Here is what to do when you’re looking for your new ‘do!

1. Movement
Your hair should move like you: effortless! No one wants to see you in a weave helmet. It’s just not a good look. When choosing your hair, literally, take it out of the pack and give it a good shake. Is it stiff or too thick? Any human hair or even a really good synthetic is going to have great movement. You better believe is a weave in stiff as a board from the start, a simple wash will ruin it altogether.

2. Silkiness
A great mane of hair will shine from sea to shining sea! We are promoting World Peace here ladies! Your hair has got to razzle dazzle the masses. Take a look at the luster and sheen of the selection. Does it look natural in its shine or more like plastic? Notice also if the shine and color seem consistent throughout the entire piece. When sliding your fingers through it should feel as silky as it looks with no snags or tangles. While holding a few strands tightly between your fingers, check of a light crimped pattern that might not be visible to the eye. If it is present, don’t purchase that weave. That crimping is a sure sign of a bad synthetic weave.

3. Style Ability/Durability
This last category is such an important step in the process. What you can achieve with your weave is the whole point of you buying it. Any hair purchase should be able to handle the wear and tear you are certainly going to put on it. This does depend on the quality of care it receives but typically a piece should be able to make the grade for about a year or better. Give your hair a good shot at turning one by not only washing but conditioning your hair at least weekly.

My Sparkly Recommendation
I rarely give any recommendations because finding something that is right for you is a very personal selection, but I love this product: Indique Virgin Indian Hair. I have been using this brand for over 4 years and have found nothing better than this. This hair is amazing because of the careful process they use to prepare the hair for you. Unlike other brands, Indique is 100% human hair only, no mixing! Each strand is in untreated virgin hair, never dyed and never relaxed. Indique also makes a special effort to make sure each hair is bound from root to tip in the same direction as it was originally and that all the hairs are of the same length. It makes a huge difference and I can attest to that fact.

It comes in a variety of colors and this brand is good all ethnicities. They have 3 textures: straight, wavy, and curly within several different distinct lines. I suggest the Pure in Wavy. New products such as the Fishnet make it easy for pageant girls to achieve greatness in seconds. The fishnet is sewed directly onto a net that has 6 clips that you can pop on anywhere to add length and fullness. It’s easy and high impact!

No matter what style, color, or brand that you choose. Make sure that your style can easily accommodate a crown! Feel like a Queen every hair shake of the way. Your image might begin at the top of your head but don’t let it end there. Follow through with an amazing attitude that makes your great new look!

This post was submitted by Kristen Darden.

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