Unstoppable young man

posted by Focused on June 20, 2010 @ 7:26 am in INSPIRATIONAL

Orayne Williams’ story is a testament of a young man’s refusal to let his circumstances determine the outcome of his life. With his father living in Jamaica and his not knowing where his mother is, Orayne is homeless in Brooklyn, New York. However, he has not allowed his adverse living

Be a leader but follow the leader?

posted by Focused on June 16, 2010 @ 1:28 pm in INSPIRATIONAL

Leadership requires courage. Being a leader involves initiative and taking the road less traveled. As a result, leaders often find themselves alone in the early stages of establishing their vision. Faith in themselves provides leaders with the strength required to stick to their vision. When people

Diaspora tourism

posted by Focused on June 13, 2010 @ 1:43 pm in MEDIA

A recent Gleaner edition contained a very interesting article about the Jamaica Ministry of Tourism’s overlooking of the Jamaican Diaspora as a key tourist market. It gives the annual ‘Champs 100’ athletics event as an example of something that could be packaged and marketed to

It didn't take a state of emergency for them to start

posted by Jamaicanexpansion on June 8, 2010 @ 8:27 am in SOCIETY

Dear users and visitors,   In the wake of last month’s joint police and military operation in Tivoli gardens, many people have stated that Jamaica urgently needs a social change. This is no breaking news to us. While it is encouraging to know that more people have now realized that

Success in sports: Attitude is everything!

posted by Focused on June 4, 2010 @ 6:42 am in SPORTS

Why do Jamaicans run so fast? People around the world, including elite athletes, have been asking the same question for years. While the answers and theories might vary, nobody can deny the fact that Jamaicans’ approach and attitude towards track and field play a fundamental role in their

Improving society: No future without the present

posted by Focused on May 31, 2010 @ 7:50 am in SOCIETY

Events that cause people to reflect on the state of society (Including the recent security force operations in West Kingston) often elicit the clichéd but true statement that “children are the future”. Children represent the future of our nation, planet and overall species as human

The spread of crime: What role does the media play?

posted by Focused on May 15, 2010 @ 5:14 pm in MEDIA

The power of mass media is often underestimated. When used properly, the media can strengthen, educate and uplift society. When used the wrong way, mass media can divide and cripple society. The way in which some media (too many) cover crime has had subtle but devastating effects on people.

Football academies: One here, more needed

posted by Focused on April 30, 2010 @ 9:11 am in SPORTS

Share | Real Madrid, one of the world’s most prestigious football clubs, recently launched a football school in Montego Bay. The school is managed by former Jamaican national goalkeeper Aaron Lawrence. Just like any football academy, the Real Madrid football school will allow

From hardship to ownership

posted by Focused on April 28, 2010 @ 8:10 am in MEDIA

Share | I came across an inspiring article in the Jamaica Gleaner recently. It highlights a young man’s resilience and tenacity! Kevin Frith faced a lot of adversity while growing up in Kingston. Due to his lack of finances, he had to work in order to put himself through high school.

Live your life: It's never too late!

posted by Focused on April 27, 2010 @ 12:22 pm in INSPIRATIONAL

Share | Do you remember a previous article on youthfulness and aging gracefully (read it here) ? If so, you will be delighted to find out about a woman by the name of Ernestine Shepherd. Hailing from the American city of Baltimore, Maryland, Ernestine Shepherd embodies the notion of a healthy