http://videos.onsmash.com/v/2eQVqjgbcSD9sp6K
" May the best of your today's be the worse of your tomorrow's
-- S. Carter
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Say what's R E A L
" Don't Listen to anybody that claim they know you cuz to have known me would
mean there's a new me if u think i changed then the slightest could of fooled
me"
--Drizzy
Every time your on the road to success you always get hit by the haters "oh, you're changing" or "you're too Hollywood now" Just reply, "then I guess you didn't know the R E A L me," shade much I know.
xoxo. A
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Get on the Grind like "Blok Work"
Hey guys, I'm back to check in and let you know whats hot in my life. Recently, I've been working on this major project for an underground Hip-Hop artist named, Fred The GodSon. Fred is a rapper, born and raised in the home of the "Bronx Bombers," Bronx, N.Y. He has proclaimed himself "Big Bronx," and delivers a lyrical flow that Jay-Z once quoted as, "The Future." Fred has featured in major magazines such as, XXL and Slate as well as, underground Hip-Hop DVDs such as, "Hood Life Cypher." He recently appeared on "D.W.I Radio," an online radio show that features, unsigned artist.
I met Fred at a recording studio called Blok Work Studio. I was introduced to him by a College friend, along with studio owners, Dre and Zo, who are twins.Dre and Zo, also from the Bronx, had a vision to invest their savings into something they believe in, music and Fred. They believe that Fred has the ability to be next in Hip-Hop and they support his craft.
When I heard their story, which I dubbed "the modern day," Jay, Dame, and Kareem story, minus the back stabbing and bullshit; I was impressed. However, when I heard Fred rap, I was "amazed." His ability to use metaphors and unique hand movement, in addition to his charming demeanor reminds me of, "Big." He has a "BIG" character, that works with his skill.
I am excited about this project, it consist of 2 things that I love, Hip-Hop and public relations. I've always had a ear and love for Hip-Hop. I have a excellent team at Blok Work, the talent and energy in the studio is amazing. This project has opened many doors for me and I've had the opportunity to network with beneficial individuals. My lifestyle has drastically change and my days/nights can be long and interesting. Everyday opens a different door with a better opportunity. I believe in my clients and I believe in my craft. Look out for Fred The GodSon and Blok Work, they're hot, i'm their PR person and we're wining!
Stay Tuned for my next entry, "Dairy of an Underground Publicist."
Thanks, for rocking with ya girl.
Best,
A.
"Real Life Sh*t; No Pop-Culture Fluff."
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Respect The Grind
As I'm sitting here beginning to work on a PR Plan for my new client, I remembered that I made a commitment to blog. Sorry guys, I have been extremely busy in pursuit of my PR career. Success is looking up and I am grateful, I'm a unstoppable force. I entitled this post "Respect the Grind," because it pertains to self-realization and sacrifices, in success, that I am experiencing on my "Success Journey."
Recently my significant other and I separated for various reasons. One of the reasons being, the ability to love and focus on the growth and development of self. Due to his ambition and urgency for success, my Man dedicated himself to his goals and neglected our commitment. He explained to me that he before he could give himself to anyone, he had to focus on self and achieving his goal. For him those things required sacrifice and selfishness. At the moment, I could not understand why he wasn't able to put an equal amount of energy into two things that he loved; His success and I. I thought about it and spoke out loud about him not loving me and not loving me enough and that contributed to our break up.
I thought he was being selfish, until recently when people in my life, called me selfish because lately, I've dedicated all my time to my Public Relations career. Now I understand, in order to achieve self goals , you must exhaust yourself in accomplishing those goals, by any means necessary. I didn't respect his grind because I did not understand, nor could I relate; I was being selfish.
In the end, I applied that same selfishness in pursuing my PR career. I revised this quote from Jay-Z song,"The Prelude," "I have this fantasy of putting the PR industry on it's ears, what the f**K else am I suppose to do except hustle." Public Relations is my hustle, I did it the American dream way, graduated from College, learned creative skills, and now I'm contributing my creativity to the world. It's a beautiful thing to know that you serve a purpose.
Great things are happening, fast and I am meeting great contacts, building my brand; Myself. I've allowed social media to serve it's purpose and utilize it, for networking and the results are amazing. I am realizing that success requires sacrifice, that's a big beneficial pill to swallow. Success also requires, "tunnel vision" and sometimes alteration of your peers and habits. This is my commitment to myself; There'll be no break-up. It wasn't until the break up, that I realized I had not vested all my time and energy into myself and my career; Now I'm "full-throttle," and there's no turning back. If no one is, I'm amazed with my craft and believe it will be the reason for my success. I will be 'Next in PR," it may happen over night, anything is possible when you believe and when it does, remember I told you so.
Respect The Grind.
Peace,
A.
Recently my significant other and I separated for various reasons. One of the reasons being, the ability to love and focus on the growth and development of self. Due to his ambition and urgency for success, my Man dedicated himself to his goals and neglected our commitment. He explained to me that he before he could give himself to anyone, he had to focus on self and achieving his goal. For him those things required sacrifice and selfishness. At the moment, I could not understand why he wasn't able to put an equal amount of energy into two things that he loved; His success and I. I thought about it and spoke out loud about him not loving me and not loving me enough and that contributed to our break up.
I thought he was being selfish, until recently when people in my life, called me selfish because lately, I've dedicated all my time to my Public Relations career. Now I understand, in order to achieve self goals , you must exhaust yourself in accomplishing those goals, by any means necessary. I didn't respect his grind because I did not understand, nor could I relate; I was being selfish.
In the end, I applied that same selfishness in pursuing my PR career. I revised this quote from Jay-Z song,"The Prelude," "I have this fantasy of putting the PR industry on it's ears, what the f**K else am I suppose to do except hustle." Public Relations is my hustle, I did it the American dream way, graduated from College, learned creative skills, and now I'm contributing my creativity to the world. It's a beautiful thing to know that you serve a purpose.
Great things are happening, fast and I am meeting great contacts, building my brand; Myself. I've allowed social media to serve it's purpose and utilize it, for networking and the results are amazing. I am realizing that success requires sacrifice, that's a big beneficial pill to swallow. Success also requires, "tunnel vision" and sometimes alteration of your peers and habits. This is my commitment to myself; There'll be no break-up. It wasn't until the break up, that I realized I had not vested all my time and energy into myself and my career; Now I'm "full-throttle," and there's no turning back. If no one is, I'm amazed with my craft and believe it will be the reason for my success. I will be 'Next in PR," it may happen over night, anything is possible when you believe and when it does, remember I told you so.
Respect The Grind.
Peace,
A.
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