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The Editor's Note Boss Gal Selfie Positive Affirmation What's for Launch? Mind | Body | Me Stylin' In The City
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The Ladies Cafe Lounge SupportHER Poise Girl Get Elevated
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ELEVATE YOURSELF This Magazine is an introduction for Women Entrepreneurs. You will have the opportunity to learn about the Owner and the Business. Take a look inside and enjoy!
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START YOUR DAY IN A POSITIVE WAY
Mioshi Harmon POSITIVE AFFIRMATION I AM WALKING INTO GREATNESS THAT I WAS DESIGNED FOR.
T.E.A. (TEACH, EDUCATE, ADVISE) BREATHE SUCCESS EXHALE FEAR
FEED YOUR AFFIRMATION AMAZING
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WHAT'S FOR LAUNCH? BOSS BABE | LATREECE TOWERS Latreece Towers, Mother of 5, Wife, Entrepreneur was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She always found ways to generate income while working from home. Latreece first home business was Wreaths with a Tweak, where she customizes holiday wreaths and garlands. In addition, Treatz by Treece was established, her delightful creation of Homemade Banana Pudding. Latreece children inspired her to follow her dream. Her main goal is to open a Dual Language Daycare.
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Turning a negative situation into something positive became easy for Latreece. She learned to view why the situation failed as she knows every negative situation is a learning lesson. WOMEN EMPOWERMENT
Women Empowerment is educating and helping women that wants to make a difference without judgement. BOSS BABE TIPS
Fight for your dreams. You will have setbacks but there is a lesson or a reason. Write down your goals and set deadlines. Stay consistent and network.
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MIND | BODY | ME with Anika Le Blanc
WHAT IS KETO?
Keto is a type of lifestyle that involves consuming macros. Macros are Macronutrients are molecules that our bodies use to create energy for themselves – primarily fat, protein and carbs. The lifestyle involves high FAT, low/no carbs and MODERATE protein.
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with Anika Le Blanc
MY KETO TESTIMONY Approaching my 39th birthday
that love turned into an
and weighing roughly 215 lbs. I
addiction in which I couldn't
knew something had to give. I
control. Kendra
was suffering from depression
(@blacketogirl) and I have
due to a friend’s death, I didn’t
always been social media
know how to properly grieve,
friends and scrolling through
and the food was becoming my
her photos was nothing
comfort. I've always known my
new...but lately, she was doing
love for food was a gift and
something extraordinary that
curse, and now,
truly resonated with me.
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THE KETOGENIC LIFESTYLE. WITH ANIKA LE BLANC
Kendra was now MASTERING this new lifestyle called The Ketogenic Lifestyle. Now I won’t lie, I was intrigued but totally apprehensive about attempting to do Keto because from what I could see, it entailed a lot of discipline and counting macros...both of which I really wasn't interested in doing. At the same time, I knew I needed a change. I was in dire need of some self-discipline, and I figured that if I can grasp control of my poor eating habits, I would ultimately master other areas of my life.
In the start of June, I gave Kendra a call hoping she would take me on as a client in July. But, she told me that her client list was full, and I would have to wait until August. Discouragement settled in because I didn't (and couldn’t) wait until August. I needed to start NOW. So after about two weeks, I received a phone call from Kendra asking if I was still interested in Keto coaching for July. I was so elated, I decided NOT to wait until July 1 but to start immediately.
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THE KETOGENIC LIFESTYLE. WITH ANIKA LE BLANC
On June 26th, 2017, I started my new KETO TRANSFORMATION. The first two weeks on Keto were the most difficult. Tracking macros were one of the hardest things I've ever had to do, but Kendra was a great support. She told me to keep it simple and stay focused, and I lost 18 lbs. during the first month! My body transformation has been one of the most liberating experiences of my life!
Keto has taught me so much about nutrition, patience, and self-love. I'm learning how food's that we've been taught to live on can cause a lot of damage to the body. Now I eat for nutrition because I've learned that healthy food is essential to feeding the mind, soul, and body. I’m 60 lbs. down which makes me closer to my goal. My journey continues…
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T H E WITH
FUN FACT ABOUT ME I HAD MY FIRST FASHION SHOW AND ATTENDED NYFW IN SEPTEMBER 2016!
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C I T Y TIFFANY
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I’m Tiffany Rae! I was born and raised here in Houston, Texas. I’m 32 years old and I have two beautiful children. I love to read, work out and help people! I have an online clothing boutique, a non- profit mentoring program catered to the young girls in Houston and a certified business coach. I love to teach people how to start their business! I’ve been working hard on my latest venture, an online Fashion marketplace! The market place will allow African American small business owners to list their fashion apparel, accessories, and much more on the marketplace. Guess what ~ you’re the first to hear about it! The marketplace hasn’t released yet!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR BOUTIQUE
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START YOUR BOUTIQUE?
Haute Fashion Boutique, LLC is an online clothing boutique that caters to women all shapes and sizes. It’s been around for 5 years now! My goal with this boutique is to allow women to purchase FASHIONABLE, QUALITY and AFFORDABLE clothing all at one place! I’ve styled actresses for movies, celebrity fashion stylists, singers and so much more with clothing from Haute Fashion Boutique!
It all started from a dream, which I believe was a vision from God. I woke up and immediately started researching and working. Once God gave me that vision, I never questioned him or looked back!
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DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE?
.My style is a little different. I DON’T follow trends, I make them! I’m quite edgy and love a
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sophisticated look.
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HOW WOULD YOU
WHAT IS YOUR
DEFINITION OF
WHAT'S YOUR
FASHION?
FAVORITE SEASON FOR FASHION?
My definition of Fashion is
whatever YOU want it to be!
Fashion is YOUR sense of style! Always remember you don’t
have to follow the latest trends to be fashionable, you can make YOUR own!
I love Fall! I love the colors!! Fall is where the weather is not cold but not hot, it’s just right!! I typically wear my blazers, my booties, and I bring out my faux leather (vegan leather) items. I LOVE plaid and Fall is the season where I bring all my plaid out!
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INGREDIENTS TO A LONG-LASTING BUSINESS? .My ingredient to a long-lasting business is CONSISTENCY! Consistency is KEY. Being consistent will take your business far because it teaches discipline. Patience is key as well because it will allow you to
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WHAT IS YOUR
trust the process! Understanding
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that it’s possible you may fall but you must dust yourself off and try again.
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR FASHION INSPIRATION?
My Fashion inspiration comes from my imagination. I’m a
little different when it comes to Fashion, I typically put
outfits together in my mind
before I even see a product! Weird right?!
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR BOUTIQUE? !What I love the most about my boutique is the support of my customers! My customers are everything and 85% of my sales are made by repeat customers. I cherish them, without my customers (Hauties) there would not be an Haute Fashion Boutique.
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STYLIN' IN THE CITY
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOUR BOUTIQUE IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS?
In the next 5 years, Haute Fashion Boutique will be the BIGGEST online women clothing boutique in the states. I’m also considering adding a men’s line to my boutique as well!
Stay Connected @hautefashboutique
www.hautefash.com
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HAIR TIPS WITH THE LADIES CAFE LOUNGE
NAPPY AND HAPPY 6 YEARS NATURAL
ABOVE Photo from The Ladies Cafe Lounge
WRITTEN BY ASHLEY ZACHAIRE I love Sanaa Lathan new haircut. She looks beautiful. I want to cut mines off, but I'm not quite ready yet. The writers for the movie Nappily Ever After did an excellent job. I can relate to the film in so many ways, at the beginning of the movie Sanaa Lathan boyfriend describe her as perfect and a person who didn’t live life on the edge. She worried so much about her hair and keeping this ideal image. The beginning of my perm journey. The mom in the film reminded me so much of my mother. My mother loves when my hair is nicely flat ironed. Me, on the other hand, I like to try different hairstyles. Throughout my elementary, middle school, and high school years I was #teamperm. I’ve tried a lot of different perms, Just for me kid perms, and super adult box perms all for the love of taming my hair. Every month I would get a perm to lay these napps down. I used to have my sister perm my hair when I didn’t go to the beauty shop, and I even tried once during a perm on my hair, and it came out ok.
I’M YOUNG, MY HAIR IS WILD, AND I AM FREE.
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NAPPY AND HAPPY 6 YEARS NATURAL
ABOVE Photo from The Ladies Cafe Lounge
WRITTEN BY ASHLEY ZACHAIRE
I was a little girl when I got my first perm. I asked my mom why she permed my hair so young and she said: " it was too thick and that was the only way she could manage it." I dreaded hair time when I was younger, I was tender headed and was not a fan of the comb getting stuck in my hair causing my mom to yank my head to make little ponytails. The worst part about getting perms was the chemical burns. The burn sensation and the hard patches that get stuck on your scalp, that was not a good feeling at all. A long time ago I remembered going swimming right before I got a perm and OMG! In my Alicia Keys voice” My hair was on fire” lol yes! My head felt like it was on fire. I thought all my hair fell off inside the washing bowl. I will never ever forget that moment.
ENOUGH! I’M GOING NATURAL
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NAPPY AND HAPPY 6 YEARS NATURAL
ABOVE Photo from The Ladies Cafe Lounge
WRITTEN BY ASHLEY ZACHAIRE I decided to go natural in 2012. Starting out, I stayed on youtube watching all kinds of videos on natural hair. I was worried about going natural at the beginning because I kept hearing all the newly natural folks talk about 'THE BIG CHOP.' The moment of truth! It was time to make my appointment to get my hair done. By this point, I haven't been to the beauty shop in a while. Ok! Today is the day. I remember my beautician began to comb my hair out and that's when she said, “you grew half your perm out, all I need to do is trim the ends”. That was music to my ears. So yes ladies, You can grow your perm out. Six Years natural. Yes! It’s been six years so far, and I am glad I decided to go natural. I became more creative with trying different protective hairstyles thanks to YouTube. The natural hair struggle is real though. During my sixyear hair journey, I've noticed my hair became thicker, and a little longer. The good thing about going natural is that you get to see your real curl pattern, I’m excited to see my hair curl up after I wash my hair. I do still flat iron my hair which looks bone straight just like the perm days. One thing for sure I am glad I know how to handle this wild bush. #TeamNatural!
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NAPPY AND HAPPY 6 YEARS NATURAL
ABOVE Photo from The Ladies Cafe Lounge
WRITTEN BY ASHLEY ZACHAIRE Products! I did not turn into a product junkie! So far these are my two-favorite go-to products. My favorite go-to hair gel is Eco styling gel. I love this gel. Eco gel + satin head scarf+ water = layed edges. This combination works! The shampoo I am using now is called Cantu Shea Butter. I like that after I'm done washing my hair, it makes my hair feel soft, and it's easy for me to detangle.
My shampoo I am now currently using. Cantu Shea Butter
My favorite hair gel. Eco styling gel
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NAPPY AND HAPPY 6 YEARS NATURAL
ABOVE Photo from The Ladies Cafe Lounge
WRITTEN BY ASHLEY ZACHAIRE My hair journey. I love trying different hairstyles. From wigs, braids, flat iron straight hair, and short hair quick weaves. I do whatever makes me happy. I don’t care who don’t like it; it’s my head. Blonde and bold I laughed at the scene in the movie when Sanaa was rocking the blonde hair. As you can see down below, that was my first time wearing a full blonde wig. I wanted to color my hair with different bold colors, but I didn't want to bleach my real hair. So I would typically play it safe with dark colors. That’s why I love wigs; you can try different wild colors without damaging your hair. Do you boo! The movie Nappily Ever After was an eye-opener on showing women you can be beautiful by embracing your natural hair. If you wear your hair big, bald, short, braided, be proud! Your hair is your crown, so show it off. It’s all about loving the skin you’re in.
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The Inside Scoop
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SKYLER DEBLASIO
"Music is a piece of art that goes in the ears straight to the heart." Hey!! I'm Skyler! I went to school, earned my Doctorate in Pharmacy and work as a pharmacist. I am a wife, fur mama, RV glamper and full-time boss lady. I'm growing my empire daily in the CBD oil industry. I hustle hard, push the limits and empower other women to do the same. I believe in hustling to the point until your haters ask if you are hiring! How would you turn a negative situation into something positive? Smile. Think of it as a blessing, it may be in disguise but it’s happening for a reason. (Insert if life gives you lemons quote, ask for tequila and salt!). As a woman, I have been through a lot and decided I could either learn from it or get stuck. Keep pushing forward queen, you got this! What and/or Who inspired you to follow your dream? Kathy DeBlasio (My Mom!) Joanna Gaines (Fixer Upper) Jenna Zwaigel (HempWorx)
Tell us about Your Business.
My BOSSLADY side hustle is being a pure CBD oil distributor/affiliate with HempWorx. It is an MLM company with huge business opportunities,
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"Build your empire, reach your goals." allowing me the freedom to build my team and change the lives of patients! CBD oil is 100% legal in all 50 states, safe for children, adults, and even pets. Our products are the purest available, I stand behind them as a pharmacist. I attend street fairs and other events to spread the CBD love. I have been doing this about 4 months and I'm crushing it! What advice would you give to an upcoming Entrepreneur?
Believe in yourself, the process and even if there is a setback KEEP GOING FORWARD. There will be people who don't support you, your business or vision.... they will be the ones shocked when you make it and be asking you for a job. Positive energy attracts positive results, good vibes only!
" You got this girl! Keep hustling like the boss lady you are!" What's your definition of Women Empowerment?
Fixing another queen's crown without telling the world it was crooked What're your ingredients to a long-lasting sisterhood?
Positivity. Laughter. Honesty. Empowerment. What is your Ultimate Goal in life?
Financial freedom and a sick dreamhouse (log cabin) somewhere in seclusion www.hempworx.com/NJCBD IG: originalskyler FB: Skyler Marie
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Hi there! I’m Kiera Thomas and as a strong woman of faith. I have faced many adversities and hard trials. I desirably believe that God has intentionally set me apart for this very reason, and that is to share my story as I continue to walk with true humility, and integrity as a woman with Poise and Grace. My goal is to help rebuild, motivate and encourage many insecure girls who may struggle with their own identity by comparing herself to the false image of what a girl should look and act like based on her peers and environment. My prayer is for all women and young girls to be pushed to their greatest level of courage and boldness while obtaining selflove and grace.
Embracing your Truth! It took me years to understand this statement. Loving yourself and Embracing my truth now gives me a sense of harmony. I do know
Blog by Kiera Thomas.
that some people may not be in the same optimistic head space to
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accept their truth. For many individuals, it may take you a little while to accept your truth and that’s simply ok. We all grow differently and evaluate our situations in sequential order sometimes. It definitely requires an intentional healing process to move pass the previous aches and loves yourself despite those mishaps that occurred.
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How do you embrace your truth? 1. Forgive yourself! We’ve all sat in your season of life before; it probably came in a different form but we’ve shared the same aches and blamed ourselves for someone else not appreciating us. That’s a heavy burden in itself and you can’t move forward carrying the load of self-pity or self-blame. Yes we could’ve chosen another route and made a better decision but life happens and emotions take over. We are all human beings with mental, physical and spiritual emotions. You are an imperfect Girl full of lovable flaws. We all made regretful decisions before, look at it as a learning curve and move forward with the intent of acceptance of making simple mistakes. It happens to us all!!!
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" IT’S THE POISE GIRL WAY OF LIFE!" 2. Stop comparing yourself! Ladies, we do this to often and sometimes it may seem harmless but the secrecy of the malicious intent is what causes us to compare our individual journey to another person. Although another person may look as if they have it all figured out (they don’t). They are definitely moving at a different pace unapologetically. It’s their confidence that drives us to that moment of comparison and competition. Stop trying to figure it out at once because someone has made their life look radiant. You need to discover your inner strength without pride and press forward at your own pace. Understand the realization that everyone sins differently and everyone has a different journey. There is only one uniquely designed YOU!! Blog by Kiera Thomas. POISE GIRL
3. Love yourself again! Take time out for you to heal peacefully. We’ve given access to a lot of people who drain our energy and promote negative behavior. Things of that category cause an arduous environment which dictates your lifestyle eliminating peace and liberation. It’s okay to be misunderstood most times but knows the difference in someone who respects your sanity and someone who doesn’t care about your mental stability. Selfcare should be a priority but we sometimes sacrifice our mental capacity for the sake of being “loved” by someone who doesn’t respect us as a person. A person who “loves you” will understand that in order to become a positively effective person in their life; It's necessary that you take time out for you to meditate and
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focus on your inner strength. It’s the only way you can heal from all unhealthy emotions and love yourself for the confident girl you were born to be.
Embracing your truth may seem ugly at first but once you practice these 3 fundamental steps daily, it will become a little less unbearable and more traditional. It’s imperative that you embrace your inner peace to produce love and grace to others connected to you. It’s the Poise Girl way of life!!
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