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E-Magazine of Today’s Young Black Leaders 12 – 11

Be your Own Success Story

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DECEMBER 19TH

December 2011

B.O.S.S.

E-Magazine of Today’s Young Black Leaders

PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER Howard J. Clay Jr. howard@boss-emag.com EDITORIAL Editor in Chief - Drea Elizabeth editor@boss-emag.com Editor’s Assistant - Lizzie Pack assistant@boss-emag.com Contributing Writers - Nimari Nbuke - Sean Pack - Hollis Benard ART James Taylor ADVERTISING Marketing Director - Jeffrey Royce marketing@boss-emag.com Promotions Manager - Linda Tatum contact@boss-emag.com HOW TO REACH US 849 Franklin Rd Suite #708 Marietta, GA 30067 Phone 678-995-5863 Article Submissions email proposal to submissions@bossemag.com B.O.S.S. is published monthly, any questions or concerns please contact us immediately. If you are interested in an Advertisement please contact marketing@boss-emag.com Entire contents © 2011 by B.O.S.S. E-Mag. unless otherwise noted on specific articles.

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Why this? Why now

Publisher’s Page

HOWARD J. CLAY JR. President/Publisher America’s African American youth are in serious trouble. We tell our youth to be all they can be but then we don’t do anything after that. We expect them to just “figure it out” Then when they can’t we get upset and say that “you really didn’t want it.” Black youths are dropping out of school like there is no tomorrow.

Gang violence is up, poverty is up, and unemployment is at an all time high. So what can be done?

{“Many of our youth don’t even know how to dream...”} In order to induce change we have to give our children an alternative to what they have. We have to give them new options and new dreams. The sad part is many of our youth don’t even know how to dream. We have to structure something for them to see something different to strive for.

When the thought of this E-Magazine begin I was just sitting at home watching TV and wondering “what’s wrong with our youth?” I came up with so many answers that I became dizzy. I was overwhelmed with all the issues from Education to Family Structure. But the number one thing that kept coming up in my head was “ROLE MODELS” and “LEADERSHIP” I begin to think about my child hood and who I looked up to. Some of my own “role models” were athletes but most weren’t. My pastor, was black, my doctor was black, my school teacher was black, and my father was black.

All of these men in my life were positively influencing me and directing me.

But times have changed. Even though many of these things are similar the “direction” is not there. The “leadership” is not present. Does that mean there are people out there in those positions who don’t care, absolutely not but there is just more people in need. More young African American youths lost without direction, without hope, and don’t have a clue where to begin.

“I believe that the youth are not lost, they just need direction.”

This is what I believe, I believe that the youth are not lost, they just need direction. The images that are displayed on television are mostly athletes, entertainers, actors, comedians, those are fine but everyone doesn’t want to be that. Some want to be other things, doctors, lawyers, producers, ect. But they need examples to get there. That’s my goal for this E-Mag, to reach minority youth and let them know we hear your cry’s and prayers when you ask, “What Can I be, when I grow up?” Now, let me show you...

mission

B .O .S.S.

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Our Mission

is to provide Minority and under served youth with an outlet to discover their potential through literary content and accessible role models in order to evoke the spirit of “Believing in one self�.

While teaching them to create, pursue and believe in the path of becoming A

PROFESSIONAL.

community

B .O .S.S.

Community

reaches further beyond what’s going on in your neighborhood.

Community includes learning what others your age are doing, thinking, and experiencing. We want to help you understand that your experiences and thoughts are important and that your opinion does matter.

So, we have hired the best young people to write about things that relate to YOU! Not what we “adults” think, but what you think.

This is a chance to speak your mind and get heard.

“The Black skin is not a badge of shame, but rather a glorious symbol of national greatness” ~~ Marcus Garvey

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B .O .S.S.

articles

“Being prepared is a key to being successful. “ Many students are misinformed, or even uninformed about what is going on. Even though it is fun to read about your favorite celebrities and watch music videos on the internet, you have to begin to take in information that will Actually HELP YOU get to the next level.

From “health and exercise” to “parents just don’t understand”, these articles will be for YOU!

It is better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one than to have an opportunity and not be prepared. ~~ Whitney Young, Jr.

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education

We are going to help prepare you for COLLEGE as much as we possibly can.

Since many minority youth do not have anyone available to really explain the “ins and outs” of college life, we are here to assist you on your journey...

We will talk about everything from admissions and financial aid to

“freshman 15”

and even dating in college!

“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” ~~ Malcolm X

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B .O .S.S.

tech

The world of today is much different from the world of old. (I.e. “Electronic Magazines”..) Not only will we highlight different technological gadgets, but we will also dive into the topic of Social media and how it affects you.

Also, we will explain how to properly use the internet and technology to help gain an advantage in today’s world!

By using technology, you have resources to educate yourself and move forward with your potential literally at your fingertips!

Learning why an Android is better than the Blackberry could be fun too...

We all have ability. The difference is how we use it. ~~ Stevie Wonder

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entertainment

B .O .S.S.

Even though this E-Magazine is geared towards educating you on higher education, role models and Self accountability, we also understand the importance of just having fun!

We plan to incorporate interesting material that is Entertaining to complement our other Informational articles.

Following your heart's desire will lead you in the direction your spirit wants to go. ~~ Oprah Winfrey

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student of the month

B .O .S.S. We think being smart should be celebrated more, so WE have to

HONOR

some exceptional students each month.

Do you think you have what it takes to be the Student of the Month? Let us know!

All you have to do is write a one page statement of why you should be considered and include a picture. If you are featured as a

Student of the Month for either college, high school, or junior high you will qualify to win a scholarship for the 2012 academic year!

Get ready to be celebrated!

Education is a precondition to survival in America today.~~ Marian Wright Edelman

B .O .S.S.

Our goal Is to Help map out your future.

Many teens want to become success stories, but just do not know how.

goal

We are here to help.

We will interview successful professionals and have them explain exactly how they reached their current position. From childhood to now, they will outline the steps they took, so you can take notes and apply it to your life. We will also share with you tips that

your road to success.

will put and keep you on

"Man's greatness consists in his ability to do and the proper application of his powers to things needed to be done." ~~Frederick Douglas

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Interviews are the backbone of our magazine. The personal testimonies of the successful “Bosses” we speak with are priceless. Every issue will have featured interviews that you definitely do not want to miss! These interviews are enlightening, informative, and will without a doubt will shape your life. All B.O.S.S. interviewers will have income in the 6 figures! What do you want to be when you grow up? Yeah, there’s an interview for that!

Name: Cappriccieo Scates Occupation: Senior Director/SESAC (Atlanta), Author of 10 Steps to Successfully Managing Recording Artists, NARAS Board Member, NARIP Board Member.

When asked what he wanted to be when he grew up he said, “I actually wanted to be a truck driver!”

Find out how this potential truck driver made it in a highly competitive music industry. If you are a writer, musician, producer, or an artist, you don’t want to miss this interview. It will change your life!

Each of us, famous or infamous, is a role model for somebody, and if we aren't, we should behave as though we are?cheerful, kind, loving, courteous. Because you can be sure someone is watching and taking deliberate and diligent notes. ~~ Maya Angelou 12 B.O.S.S. magazine

Name: Toya James Occupation: Engineer

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Money, great job, great looks, and completely in control of your life...Yeah young ladies you CAN have it all. Learn how she did it and did it with integrity.

Name: Jay Rodg Occupation: Restaurant/Club Owner Who says you can’t make it in your home town?!? Not only is Jay Rodj making it but is successful in everything he does. Learn how he worked hard and put together a plan, to litereally “Put on for his city”

Name: Daron Jones Occupation: Grammy Winner Song Writer and Produer From a young age he knew he had talent but he also knew he was “God’s Son” Learn how he became successful and never lost who he was.

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Launch Issue DECEMBER 19th 2011

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