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In honor of labor day, Are you in love with the labor you give or what would you like to do that would give you the ultimate satisfaction? Ever wonder why we celebrate labor day? I mean just what brought about enough recognition to garner a day of no working, a National Holiday? It seems New York city was the first to implement the idea of takign time off from hard work to relax and enjoy yourself, back in the 19th century. To honor hard work with a day of fun, food and family. According to About.com the day is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country. Someone must have been overly ecstatic with their job or so unhappy with it that they need a day away, to come up with an idea of celebration for labor. So which are you, ecstatic or over It? Channel your inner most happy thoughts and see if you love your daily labor? This quiz will help too: 1. Do I love it or hate it? When you think about your job, what is your gut reaction? Do you dread going to work or look forward to it? How do you feel about your duties, your colleagues, your managers, the location, the office culture? (get more)

Najee McGreen started Techmaster Computer Works in 2002, a computer repair services company, that is responsible for overseeing repair jobs, education provided through his company's youth development program, and free technical support provided through a community outreach program. At the tender age 14, Najee got in business by turning a god given ability into a passion, he would fix friends and neighbors' systems by request. And soon realize there was a niche market that needed his services. Soon, he began teaching small (get more)

It looks as if our hometown hero, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges is still at it. This weekend in Atlanta will be huge for Luda and his foundation, The Ludacris Foundation (TLF). Ludacris, TLF and an Atlanta car dealership, Nissan South are partnering for "Stars for Cars - The LudaDay Giveaway", to give away 20 used vehicles to several deserving Metro Atlanta area residents.

According to TLF President, Roberta Shields, "Our major focus is youth and supporting the family structure and this year we want to do something to help youth and families manage during these tough economic times. Having a vehicle to get back and forth to work and daycare can make the difference in getting and keeping a job, she stated." read more

Putting some away for tomorrow! When you're in business for yourself and everything is going grand, Remember that saying, "Don't put off for tomorrow what you can do today." At some point in your life you'll have the desire to lay back and relax, so even though the rat race is so far behind you, there is still a need to think about your tomorrow. We've been told for years the sooner the better, I'm always amazed at what can be accomplish for those golden years, when you start early and how what you do today will have a direct effect on your tomorrow's lifestyle. ( read more)

With the season changing and fall vastly approaching, the idea of earning some extra cash with training individuals or groups isn't a bad idea. Although summer is the season to show off your body, fall is the best time to get toned and in shape. Because of the holidays people eat tons more and pack on the pounds easier because of it. Trainers are considered independent contractors / self-employed and their love of health and fitness can be contagious, to get started you must know the most important asset of your new business is you. So: (read more)

With the opening of a Carol's Daughter store in Lenox Mall, and spending way more than I had planned, it reminded me that this natural thing is easier said than done. The products are very expensive and maintenance is more time consuming than ever. But I guess this is the case on a per person basis, because after listening to a local radio station I concluded there's a difference in the meaning of what we ourselves consider natural. Is it wet and go, however it falls (or stand up) is the way you rock it? Is it simply free of chemicals but you still get it straightened (or the new term Dominican press) to get that usual European feel of sleekness? Or are braids/weaves your way of life? I've been told the most enlightening but yet most difficult route is to cut it all off, snipping out the relaxer with every cut until you get to your new growth. Believe me, one of my most favorite things to do is be enlightened but this was never an option for me. quickly concluded that the whole "Natural Awakening" stuff