An example of dignity

posted by Focused on December 6, 2011 @ 5:44 pm in INSPIRATIONAL

It's hard to think of a living public figure who embodies the word "dignity" more than Nelson Mandela. How many people can spend 27 years in prison and not carry an ounce of bitterness upon their release? His story is so inspiring. Here is a video of his inaugural address in 1994

Jamaican Government to make it easier for exporters to conduct business

posted by Focused on December 6, 2011 @ 5:23 pm in MEDIA

I came across some good news while browsing Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO)'s website. An article reported that the Jamaican Government plans to implement measures that will facilitate business for Jamaican exporters. Please read the article here.   Any move that facilitates business is a

Redeveloping downtown Kingston

posted by Focused on December 6, 2011 @ 5:06 pm in MEDIA

Downtown Kingston's redevelopment was discussed in today's Gleaner. Architect Al Edwards expressed his views on the matter. Please read the article here to learn more about his interesting ideas.

Positive Song of The Day: "Hello Mama Africa"

posted by Focused on December 6, 2011 @ 4:47 pm in ARTS

The late Garnett Silk is a timeless artiste. "Hello Mama Africa", one of his biggest hits worldwide, is today's Positive Song of The Day. Positive vibes live on!

Diaspora business leader recognized in Jamaica

posted by Focused on December 6, 2011 @ 4:03 am in MEDIA

New York-based Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill CEO Lowell Hawthorne recently received the 2010 Jamaica Observer Business Leader Award. Please read more about it here.   I like the fact that nominees included Jamaicans from both Jamaica and the Diaspora. Regardless of where they are

Usain Bolt remembers one of his most influential teachers

posted by Focused on December 5, 2011 @ 3:01 pm in MEDIA

The BBC recently reported on the instrumental role that Usain Bolt's PE teacher Lorna Thorpe has played in his life. It's a beautiful story of a teacher to whom teaching is truly a vocation and of a former student who remembers a mentor. Please read the article and watch the video here.

New IAAF rule opens door to more sponsorship opportunities for athletes

posted by Focused on December 5, 2011 @ 2:34 pm in MEDIA

Marketwatch.com reports that a new IAAF rule could play a key role in boosting the earnings of track athletes. The rule, scheduled to come into effect on January 12, 2012, will "allow two logos on an athlete’s uniform, that of the manufacturer and another sponsor...". Having more than one sponsor

Positive Song of The Day: "Here I come"

posted by Focused on December 5, 2011 @ 1:57 pm in ARTS

"Love and hate can never be friends...". The words speak for themselves. "Here I come" by Dennis Brown is today's Positive Song of The Day.   Peace and Love!

Approaching investing as a marathon, not a sprint

posted by Focused on December 5, 2011 @ 6:12 am in MEDIA

Forbes.com recently published an interesting article in which it painted the metaphor of  investing being a marathon as opposed to a sprint. According to the author, investing seems like less of a gamble when it is stretched out over a longer period of time. Please read the article here. 

From family bakery to business empire

posted by Focused on December 3, 2011 @ 5:02 am in INSPIRATIONAL

The story behind the Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery chain of restaurants is very inspiring. What started out as a family bakery in Jamaica is now a corporation that includes over 100 restaurants across 9 different US states. Please watch the videos below to learn more about their success