Jenee Darden speaking at Creative Mornings I know it's been a while since I've posted anything but that's because of my job. I'm working as a reporter covering Oakland and I host an arts segment on the radio where I get to interview amazing artists from around the Bay Area. Plus I'm publicizing my book and building my speaking career! You know what's funny? I thought this would all happen by the time I was 27-30. Nope. That wasn't God's plan for me. I'm finally beginning to do the things I've wanted to do and I'm almost 40 years old. Some people reading this who are 40 will say 40 is still young. But some younger people reading may think 40 is nearly ancient. But I'm writing this post for those who like me, thought their career and personal dreams would come true much early in life. I'm here to tell you not to give up. You know, death inspires life. A number of my relatives and friends have passed away, ranging in
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I completely agree with you we need to start managing our money right. one of my co-workers was telling me a about another co-worker who is a young brother about 20-22 years old and went on to say how he was saving up to buy a BMW-now there is nothing wrong with having a nice car if you can afford it however I think we as young black Americans need to start thinking about other things such as owning property, getting a good education and get away from our materialistic mind set. This same brother I was told also comes to work with McDonalds everyday and my co-worker suggested maybe buying some stock with the company and she said he looked at her like she was crazy. so yes I agree know your money.
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Thanks for the comment Chenita. He probably looked at your co-worker like she was nuts b/c he may not understand how stock works.
ReplyDeleteJenee, this is exceptionally wonderful work that you're doing. We as Black people need to be more in tune with our finances. Budgeting, investing, and saving isn't as difficult as we think. Suze Orman is phenomenal! Reading her work as helpd me greatly with my finances. Keep up the good work Jenee.
ReplyDeleteDitto to what's been said already. While much of it is easier said than done, we have to KNOW our money or we'll have NO money. 2009 is calling us to bear with change and perhaps it won't be bad to embrace deferred gratification in the process. In fact, the benefits of deferred gratification are highlighted in this February's issue of Essence (the one with Tyler Perry on the front). They have an excellent piece where they talk about "Your Master Plan for Prosperity: A step-by-step manual to getting debt-free, securing a rainy day fund, building a nest egg, and ensuring your family's welfare."
ReplyDeleteI've come to know that there's never enough info you can get when it comes to money. So, thanks for providing the invaluable resources Jenee.