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Welcome back Diamond Diva’s! I love this month almost as much as Christmas, Thanksgiving
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Acknowledging what we are thankful for is a great way to spend not only this month but daily. There are just so many things we should be thankful for that we all just sometimes take for granite.
As
always we are still on our grind looking for awesome and exciting women that are geared up
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and ready to take on the world. During this issue you will have the opportunity to meet a phenomenal woman who has definitely stamped her mark on the world. She is a business women, mother, woman of God and truly a Diamond Diva to the fullest definition of the word. As always Diamond Diva is making it possible for Women in Business to unite by providing a platform to get their business noticed all while being Classy and Fabulous. We trust that you will enjoy all the life stories included in this issue of Diamond Diva Magazine.
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This is “Just Stevii” and I look forward to helping you turn your dreams into reality by giving you practical steps to help you along your journey! Stevii A Mills Community Relationship Coordinator 949.208.4352 seriousstatement@hotmail.com Turning Dreams Into Reality
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hepreneurs, take some time and look at the world through brand new perspectives. Did you know that the key to having anything in your life begins with you? You must believe that. You must bet on yourself. Without you there are things in the world that will never be done. There are problems that will never find solutions. You were custom designed for a specific purpose. Isn't it amazing to know and even more important to realize that you are the one put in position to change lives. What a key realization! Always walk in the greatness that you are. Yes, it may be difficult because sometimes we tend to listen to the negative noise that plays in the background. Our objective is to be sure that we play positive self-talk. We deserve the best things that life has to offer. Amazing things are on the horizon just for you. The one thing that you must do to -5-
have every single thing that you ever wanted is to CHOOSE. Yes, just choose. It is simple. Once you choose, everything else will fall directly into place after that. Stop merely existing and start to live life out loud beginning today.I I look forward to learning and growing with you as you journey to become the CEO (Chief Esteem Officer) of your own life! I am the Shepreneur's Best Girlfriend and you can find me at www.juststevii.com -“ I I
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Ge tting 2 Know
Dr. Lily Jenkins
By: Renee Smith
Name: Dr. Lily Jenkins Hometown: Kissimmee, FL, now residing in Atlanta, GA Profession: author, professor, minister, coach, and business owner Title: CEO/Founder Company: Lady of Purpose Network
online content delivery networking site,
Length of time in business: 3 years Tell us about you, what motivates you, who is she, mother, wife, business entrepreneur?
with members across the United States
(please tell us how many children,
develop a greater sense of purpose for
boys or girls and if you are married or
living. My transparency is a catalyst for
single)
purpose that encourages others to
I am the Vice President and Co-
remove their insecurities, break
Founder of the Purpose
limitations and discover their God
Development Institute. My role is to
given purpose. My life exemplifies how
oversee all Certified Coaches to
God can take a mess and transform it
ensure that they are promoting the
into a message.
and the Bahamas. I spend time coaching these women to help them
basic tenants of Purpose Development in their practices and
Being the first female Certified Purpose
that all satellite institutes are using
Development Coach, I feel that I am
training materials that include the
on the leading-edge of helping
basic tenants of the Purpose
individuals and organizations to
Development message.
discover a new dimension of purpose. My experiences and insight to purpose
I am a mentor for women, young
allows me to speak directly to the
and old. I am the CEO and Founder
voids that individuals face in the 21st
of the Lady of Purpose Network, an
Century. I am gifted in using purpose in
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both domestic and entrepreneurial
taught me many things. Just
matters.
because I may have been born into surroundings that were unfavorable
I am the CEO/Founder of an editorial
(not raised with either my mother or
company called UpgradeU Writing and
father) doesn't mean my life had to
Editing Services. I specialize in book
continue that way. I was determined
coaching, manuscript edits,
to make something of myself since
dissertations and research papers,
the fourth grade. I know that God
designing and editing resumes and
had a plan for me. I was determined
cover letters, professional bios, and
to see what it was. Now, I really feel
even transcription services. I am also
my purpose has been revealed and
an accomplished author of nine books;
I'm doing my life's calling. Every day,
one of which awarded her as winner of
I go to me and my husband's office
the Pine-Sol Powerful Difference
and look at the vision board that sits
Contest
on our wall in front of us. It is a
I have been featured as a writer on The
constant reminder of where we are
Review Magazine, Internet Cafe
and where we're going. On that
Devotions, Written Magazine, Booking
board is a big picture of our kids. We
Matters Magazine, Good Enough
are determined to leave a lasting
Mother.com, Inspired Women
legacy for them and their future
Magazine and Live Magazine. I have
children.
told my story in various interviews that
What is the best advice you've ever
range from radio and TV in which she
been given? My grandmother was
was a guest on Atlanta Live, a TV show
very influential in my life. She as well
in metro Atlanta.
as my grandfather adopted me when I was two months old. Through
Besides pioneering the Purpose
my childhood, my grandmother
Development message with my
shared so much with me: how to live,
husband, I enjoy being a wife and
how to act, how to take care of
mother to my three children: Joshua
myself so I wouldn't be taken
(14), Jordan (11) both my step-sons,
advantage of. The one advice I will
and Asia (10). We live in the Atlanta
always remember her telling me is:
area.
It's okay not to know something. If
What is your inspiration and driving
you don't know it, ask. It doesn't
force?
mean you're dumb or stupid. It
From a child, I've always had drive and
means you want to be more
ambition; plus, my grandparents kept
knowledgeable. Knowledge is
me into everything: chorus, drama,
power. Just ASK!
and modeling. Being the product of adoption (even within the family)
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And I've been asking ever since. You have not, because you ask not. Because of that, I've received many a blessings. Tell us something about you that people would be surprised to know. One thing that surprises everyone about me is that I met my husband online on a dating site called Black People Meet.com. Wow, right? Yes, we did. Of course there's a story behind all that. The reason I chose a dating site, my story of finding love, and what God did through it all. But I believe that would take a whole other interview. What advice would you give to a young woman just starting out or have a design to go in business but have no idea what to do with her hopes and dreams? I can attest to having a vision but not know how to carry it out. The first thing anyone should do is first seek God. See if your vision is one that was given by God. When it has been, you know that if God gave it to you, He will also bring the necessary resources for you to carry it out. Do research on other businesses that are similar to you to see how they do what they do (if that makes sense). Go to workshops, listen to CD's, and get a coach in your field of interest. Nothing is
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wrong with learning from others. Instead of trying to reinvent the wheel (so to speak) mimic what they do, but put a spin on yours. I am always flattered by others who see what I do and use it as inspiration to fuel their dreams. That means I'm doing something right! Whatever you do, don't give up! Is there anything in particular that was not asked that you would like my readers to know about you? Ladies, if you are tired of chasing the elusive nature of purpose and coming up void, this network is for you. Have you tried traditional coaching and still searching for a more meaningful and rich lifestyle? Have you found your career purpose, but it's evident that something is missing in your life? Joining the Lady of Purpose Network will empower you to find the gold you have been looking for. The Lady of Purpose Network is the world's most purposeful network for women. It's comprised of women whose dedication to purpose is a force to be reckoned with. Become a member of the Lady of Purpose Network today at www.ladyofpurpose.info. You may connect with me on my Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ladyofpurpos enetwork) or on Twitter @DrLilyJenkins. For my editorial services, you may go to www.upgradeuediting.com.
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The Sassy Way!
A Word from the ladies of Ewate.com, always helping you "Get Your SASSY Back."
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. Eleanor Roosevelt A Word for You It's time to run after your DREAM! God has placed a vision in your heart, and He has given you the corresponding ability to achieve it. It was created just for you. Only you can walk out the plan for your life. Go after it with boldness. You will never know everything you can do until you take action. He doesn't always call the equipped but He will equip the called. So step out in faith, and let your God show up and show out. It's time we stopped hiding in the shadows and step out front to our rightful place. It's time for the women of God to rise up and be all we were called to be. It's time to run this race with the excellence He placed in us. It's time we lived like the daughters of THE MOST HIGH KING! We were born to shine. So shine baby, shine! “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 Be blessed and stay SASSY! -Regina www.EWATE.com (Empowered Women Accountable To Each other)
committed to empowering & encouraging other women to be all that they were created to be in order to fulfill God's perfect plan for their lives. Contact Info SASSY Regina sassyreginarobinson@yahoo.com SASSY Pamelia sassypameliastanley@yahoo.com
The Woman in the Glass When you get what you want in your struggle for self, and the world makes you queen for a day, Just go to a mirror and look at yourself, and see what THAT woman has to say. Some people may think you a straightshootin' chick, And call you a person of place, But the woman in the glass says you're only a bum if you can't look her straight in the face. She's the woman to please, never mind all the rest, For she's with you clear up to the end, And you've passed your most dangerous, difficult test, If the woman in the glass is your friend. You may fool the whole world down the pathway of years, And get pats on the back as you pass, But your final reward will be heartaches and tears, If you've cheated the woman in the glass! Author Unknown
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Konvos at Knight “Log-in for Love this Holiday” Kimberly M. Knight
The sounds of holiday cheer, aroma of new to close out the year! So I decadent delights, and the joy of decided since there's no real way to fellowship is on its way! It's the beauty of r e p o r t a c c u r a c y b u t t h r o u g h the holiday season where friends and experience I took a fellow gal pal cofamily reunite to share moments and worker's advice to date online. I indulge in homemade goodies from Googled the top websites with mother or grandmother's kitchen table. success rates and I came across one It's also a season of love that can be a that fit just right for my interest. new beginning of meeting the family for Literally within minutes of creating a the first time or connecting with past profile I was messaged for 35 inbox loves when you visit for the holidays. It's a notes from prospective “beaus” as I joyous occasion that brings forth like to call them. A “beau” is a man endearing surprises and the opportunity that may peak your interest or is to kiss under the mistole. Which brings me pursuing you but he becomes a to the question for you the reader? Who “boo” once your dating on a will you be sharing turkey with or trimming consistent basis but not exclusively. So the tree with this year? One new age back to the original programming trend is online dating for the holidays. here! So I'm logged on and I end up Let's dish on why! Well, one they offer within a day chatting with this lower subscription rates if any fees for educated, eye candy that has new members and this is a time of year caught my attention with his tag line more people are online shopping for not “equally yoked”. Needless to say I just holiday gifts but love as well. Sure took my time, researched his profile online dating has been as taboo for years including Facebook, and did not give but now that the increased numbers of out any information at that time. After successful relationships are become a two week period we decided to evident it's become an intriguing meet and the rest as they say is history. shopping experience. So not only order So it is possible to meet quality people those designer shoes or diamond online you must first ask yourself if earrings only but get to know someone you're ready to date, what qualities
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you can offer, and your expectations. Yes, the holidays are around the corner and it may be the ideal time to meet your “beau” or for men their “lady”. There is no time like the present and you can control how you handle your dating experience but it is nice to have that new romance during this time of year. Grab your electronic device of choice and chat away. You never know the special gift you want may not be under the tree this year and it could be only a few clicks away. Take this time to connect with a new friend or rekindle with one from before. Happy Holidays everyone and in all things be blessed but also safe. Feel
free
to
contact
me
at
info@kimberlymmoore.com with topic ideas or questions. K. Knight
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