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What a Raised, Clenched Fist Means to Me?

My Personal Manifesto

As a Black businesswoman, brand owner of several special projects (ENBIZ Magazine being one of those), a microconsulting business and founder of a new start-up, I have lots of reasons to “raise a clenched fist” in solidarity with all of my peers. Each of us are in the same fight for equality in business, in the workplace and in our country.

Here is what raising a clenched fist means to me: It is a manifesto: My sisters and brothers in business and industry, I will stand in solidarity with you.

If you need me to assist in your “beginnings,” because we all have to start somewhere, I’ve got you. For those of you who’ve “arrived”, you know, the one’s who have their platforms, connections and followers. It’s my hope that we remember where we came from. But if for some reason we forget I want you know that I will stand in solidarity with you. did not come to the source; they chose to believe otherwise. And they didn’t see you. But do not worry, I will stand in solidarity with you.

For the brothers that stepped up when my sister wouldn’t because it wasn’t a requirement – but you did it anyway. I will stand in solidarity with you.

When I raise my clenched fist in solidarity, at any time, for Why Black Business Matters, I can say this with love and sincerity: If I have support to give, I will not leave you without support. I will stand in solidarity with you.

When the fight gets rough and you feel like the world is kicking you in the face, stay strong. They do not know your character or your resolve. They did not come to the source; they chose to believe otherwise.

Monique LaRue Publisher of ENBIZ Magazine Marketer, Relationship Manager, and Conscious Connector. Author of a new book: “Baby, Your Gift Will Make Room For You & the Creator of The Mindful Connector Method TM ”

Sisters, when your back is against the wall and you reach out for help to your colleagues in the workplace, and they turn their back on you because your shine might be a bit brighter than theirs, I will not do that. I will stand in solidarity with you.

When the fight gets rough and you feel like the world is kicking you in the face, stay strong. They do not know your character or your resolve. They

“BLACK BUSINESS MATTERS,” says the raise clenched fist. We all have our own internal work to do. I hope that we can all get to a place where a raised clenched fist means the same for everyone.

That is my personal manifesto.

Monique LaRue Publisher, ENBIZ Magazine

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Why 2020 has proven to be quite a challenge

There is no doubt that 2020 has proven to be challenging. This was the year we would find clarity, focus and perfect vision. Ha! What a ride it has been so far.

I can tell you from my conversations with colleagues and clients, and from my own experiences that this is the clarity I have received so far from 2020:

1. Care about your fellow human beings.

Do not only look through your lens. It is okay if more than one person wins.

2. Some changes can’t be pivoted or

overcome. Some are permanent. When a permanent change happens, do not look back. Just move. Acknowledge that it is not the end of the world, and it is alright to start over or go in a different direction. Give yourself permission to grieve. Celebrate the accomplishments or the lessons, and then tell yourself to move on.

Success and failure are all about perspective. Successful people focus on lessons and what they learned, and they keep trying.

3. Stop looking for applause and

acknowledgment. It is alright to toot your own horn and celebrate accomplishments, but do it from a humble place. Success and failure Rachel Davis is CEO and Executive Director of the award-winning microenterprise development organization, EDGE (Empowering and Developing Entrepreneurs for Greater Success).

are all about perspective. Successful people focus on lessons and what they learned, and they keep trying. Challenges and obstacles can put you in a dark place if you let them. You do not always need a win or an award to prove you are worthy. You must believe in yourself, so when the challenges come, they do not make you feel like a failure. They are only lessons. They do not define you.

4. Stay in your lane. It is fine to be inspired by others, but stay focused on what you are doing. Remember winners stay in their lane, their stride and their goals.

They do not do what their opponents are doing. You will never lose, even if you do not come in first.

Sometimes you find your greatest clarity in the midst of chaos. Ground yourself, pay attention and get the lesson.