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NGS
March 2022
Next Generation Speakers
Years and Counting
Also Inside This Issue: Prescription For Excellence The Butterfly Effect How Far We Have Come!
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Editor’s Note... I can’t even believe that it’s been 3 years since we started this Global Magazine! We have been read all around the globe and have impacted so many lives! This month we are looking back over these past three years at some of the amazing individuals that have graced the cover and the incredible features that we have showcased. We also have another Powerful Prescription For Excellence by Dr. James J. Williams where he covers “Spring Cleaning for 2022 – Pursue Excellence and Declutter Your Life!” Dr. Ladonya Yvette is here with her life-changing segment, The Butterfly Effect. This month’s title is “The Keys To Humanity” where she offers insight on how to inspire, empower and build influential individuals. If the last 3 Years have been any indication we are only going Higher! So we still have only one question, “Who’s Got Next?” Email: Text:
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Years and Counting... by Cicone Prince
In March of 2019, we launched Next Generation Speakers (NGS) Magazine in order to provide a platform for up-and-coming Speakers who wanted to be featured in a magazine but have yet to become a household name. We did this because our Speaking Coach Dr. Ruben West told us, “If no one invites you to their stage, build your own!” NGS Magazine is our stage to spotlight Speakers, Business Owners, and Entrepreneurs who refuse to play small when it comes to sharing their voice and their story. Over the past 3 Years, we have showcased Doctors, Humanitarians, Chef, Small Business Owners, Musicians, and Motivational Speakers. What all of those individuals have in common is a passion for impacting people’s lives. You know, I have never felt more like a child than when I was creating NGS Magazine. Just creating something new and that was uniquely me was so fulfilling. I was reminded of being a child creating the clay ashtray and how proud I was of it. It didn’t matter what others’ ashtray looked like, mine was mine and I could paint it any color I wanted, and have as many places to rest a cigarette as I wanted. Being able to share my own creation made me feel alive again! It produced in me a renewed passion to share my gift for changing lives with the world. Being able to help other Speakers who are willing to invest in themselves and promote what is near and dear to their hearts is so fulfilling. Having a platform where individuals can shine and be showcased even before they become a household name was important to me. You should believe in yourself even if no one else does. The magazine covers that are shown in this issue are a testament to individuals believing in their dreams enough to promote themselves. No one should want you to succeed more than you. And no one should invest more money in you than you. That’s one of the things that I’ve learned in the past few years. We expect someone else to spend more money, time, energy, and effort on us than us. There is something seriously flawed about that level of thinking. 4
I love being creative. I didn’t realize it until I was given the chance to express myself. It started with cooking then I moved on to poetry, 3D Animation, Public Speaking and now writing. Expressing my creative side has always given my life. Just like getting juice from an orange, I have kept squeezing out my expression in one way or another. https://issuu.com/ciconeprince/docs/ngs_magazine_08 In this issue of Next Generation Speakers Magazine, we go deeper into the things needed to help you become a better speaker. One of the key issues is getting a Speaking Coach. No one does it better than Dr. Ruben West Founder of Black Belt Speakers.
https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_april_final “Motherhood is a gift, what a challenge, what a blessing.” Is being a mother one of the most important roles you will play? Yes. Out of a survey of university freshmen in Australia, 40% listed their moms as the most important and influential person they’d ever known, compared with 25% for fathers. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_may_final In this issue of Next Generation Speakers Magazine, Dr. Kathy BartonBrown opens up about what’s needed to turn Pain into Passion. We also take a journey into getting to know yourself. There is a personal lesson that I share when I was facing my Total Hip Replacement Surgery and so much more. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_june_final In this issue of Next Generation Speakers Magazine, Robin Shyrell talks openly about Fighting For the Resilient You and given us steps to do that. I alos provide more timeless insight from my Amazon Award Winning Book, Are You Climbing The Wrong Mountain which tells us that There Has To Be Something More.
https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_july_final In this issue of Next Generation Speakers Magazine, Robin Shyrell talks openly about Fighting For the Resilient You and given us steps to do that. I alos provide more timeless insight from my Amazon Award Winning Book, Are You Climbing The Wrong Mountain which tells us that There Has To Be Something More. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_august_02 5
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PRESCRIPTION FOR EXCELLENCE With Dr. James J. Williams
Spring Cleaning for 2022 – Pursue Excellence and Declutter Your Life One of my mentors, George C. Fraser, author of “Click: Ten Truths for Building Extraordinary Relationships” always stressed the importance of conducting your business with excellence. He says that if you do a great job, you will compete amongst your peers when going to the next level, but if you perform with excellence, you’ll have no competition. That statement has remained with me for over a decade. There are some who view this type of pursuit as being an overachiever. Not you, of course! The idea of pursuing your goals and performing with excellence for some may be viewed as grandstanding. In the community where I grew up, this idea would be considered selling out! Each person on this planet is the CEO of themselves. Your character thought process and your personal appearance are all attributes by which you are judged. Hiring managers also look for these qualities. Your positive mental attitude alone will get you much farther than your corporate blue suit. Why We Like to Be Busy Have you ever noticed that most of us are constantly on a chase? We chase after many things, usually seeking the high that comes from a new object, a new feeling, a new emotion. If it’s shiny and new, we want it whether it’s a new gadget, a new buzz, a new love interest, or a new discovery. Ok, so what’s wrong with seeking out new things? Isn’t that fun? Shouldn’t we be able to have a little fun? Yes, of course! The problem is when you seek out new things compulsively in ways that actually keep you from living the life you really want. The Chase – Good and Bad The chase can be a great thing that naturally drives us forward in life. It compels us towards our goals, meeting a spouse, having a family, starting a business, creating things, and more. It can also become detrimental when we don’t apply forethought to our actions or pursue destructive ends. Examples may include overspending on things we don’t need, getting toxic relationships, abusing drugs, and wasting time seeking out new and complex methods or tools when we already have ones that are simple and that work. In the last example, I think it is important to explore new ideas, but we must constantly check ourselves to keep this in balance. “Am I procrastinating, or am I truly in need of a new idea, method, or tool?” 6
How to Free Yourself from Compulsive Chasing and Live Your Dream Life Compulsive chasing can often be a result of not knowing what to do next. Our goals are unclear, or unprioritized. Our life is full of physical and mental clutter so we try to escape this chaos by chasing the shiny and new. To stop this cycle I’ve put together a process to get you on track to clear out the clutter and obtain focus. To do this, I suggest taking one to two days off to organize your life. You may be thinking, “I can’t do that!” Ah, but you can! Think back to times when you’ve been sick and couldn’t perform home and work duties. The world goes on without us. So take some time for yourself now. You work hard and deserve to clear out mental and physical clutter so you can live the life of your dreams! The “Organize Your Life” Process The goal of this process is to declutter your world and mind, and then organize things, ideas, and goals so that you can live a purposeful life; one in which you are not just merely “busy” but engaged, excited, and living out your dreams. This process is meant to be modified by you so that it works best for you. These are just guidelines. 1. Prework: Read Getting Things Done by David Allen. I have a personal copy and it has greatly enhanced not only my organizational skills but my productivity as well. Another great place to learn a similar approach is Zen To Done over at ZenHabits.net. 2. Tools you may need: In-basket, files, filing drawer or container, notebook, calendar, and just as important, a tickler or reminder file tool. You probably have most of these already. Please don’t feel as though you need to get fancy. Simple is best when it comes to tools. These tools can be physical or electronic. Whatever system is easiest and most intuitive for you, use that. 3. First plan the big things you want to accomplish during your time. Examples might be: • Clear out clutter in office (two hours) • Create places to put things to be donated, sold, or trashed (10 minutes) • Organize papers, files, and reference items (two hours) • Create plan to declutter whole house over next six weeks (15 minutes) • Work on Goal Setting and Goal Implementation Planning and/or Goal Simplification (one to two hours) • Take action on first steps of my top 1-3 goals ( two hours) • Plan my next steps -schedule it into calendar, tickler file or to-do reminder system (five minutes) • Plan when I will do my weekly review (five minutes)
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The Butterfly Effect The Keys To Humanity Dr. La Donya Yvette
I too have a dream! And my dream is to inspire and empower and build an empire of influential women and men who are dedicated to helping others to live their life of purpose and share their gifts to the world. And, by the Grace of God, I intend to do just that. When we empower, we’re actually giving a gift that maybe hasn’t been given before. We’re not just deciding, but choosing how we can absolutely make a difference in the world. To empower is to strengthen our society; and with the support and collaboration of each other we will actually take our world up to the next level, and have a greater influence; an influence we can all use in our lives. It is our responsibility. Instead of being silent, it is time for us to act. There is a golden rule of treating others the way you would like to be treated. It is important to live a lifestyle of integrity and humility. We must lead with our hearts, because we are at our best when we are authentic. Love is a gift that we all possess. The greatest gift you can ever receive is knowing that you are an inspiration to others. You see a lot of us are stuck between our comfort zones and self-doubt that hinders us from walking in our purpose and becoming the person God created us to be. But you know if you never take the first step, you’ll never take the second. So, take the leap afraid! I feel it’s so important to understand that we all have gifts and talents, but our gifts are not ours to keep to ourselves; they are designed to bless others. It’s our Divine obligation to pass on our knowledge, our gifts, to help each other grow. And it’s time that we begin to help each other and lift each other up, and support each other. The best thing you can give to the world is the best part of you! 8
If we are only willing to get out of our own way and realize that our only competition is the reflection that we see when we look in the mirror. You first have to know that you are worthy and believe in yourself. And if you don’t quite have that belief in yourself, then borrow the belief from someone else who does believe in you and stay encouraged. Be relatable and transparent. It’s about building those solid relationships so people can resonate with you what you have to say. These are the keys to humanity; because it doesn’t cost you a thing to be YOU! When it comes from the heart, that is where we are most impactful.
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continued from page 5 In this issue of Next Generation Speakers Magazine, Vaun Jackson breaks down the difference between Hard Work and Heart Work! We also dive in depth with our upcoming Are You Climbing The Wrong Mountain Summit Workshop Speakers with their individual interviews. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_september_01 In this issue of Next Generation Speakers Magazine, It’s Everything Summit! We also dive in depth with our upcoming Are You Climbing The Wrong Mountain Summit Workshop Speakers with their individual interviews. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_october_03 In this issue of Next Generation Speakers Magazine, Grab Your Hammers And Let’s Build! We take a look into what makes Cori Briggs the Builder that he is. We also get to see some of the high lights from the Are You Climbing The Wrong Mountain Summit! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_november_03 As 2019 draws to a close all of us here at Next Generation Speakers would like to thank you for your support throughout this year! This magazine could not be possible without the support of our Sponsors, Columnist Speakers and Reader like You! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_december_02 It’s 2020! Happy New Year! We here at Next Generation Speakers Magazine would like to thank you inadvance for your support throughout this year! This magazine could not be possible without the support of our Sponsors, Columnist Speakers and Reader like You! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_january_03 Just days ago we crossed over into another decade and now the first month is in the history books. What will the rest of the year look like? That’s up to you! Next Generation SpeakersMagazine is here to help you make the most of this year! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_february_04 10
This is our 1 Year Anniversary! That’s right! 1 year ago today we launched this life-changing magazine and we haven’t looked back. It’s amazing time flies! We would like to welcome Dr. James Williams on board as one of our editors and his breakthrough segment: Prescription For Excellence https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_march_08 This month finds most of us in a Stay–at-Home posture because of COVID-19. We know that it is an adjustment but we will get through this. Don’t just stay at home, stay informed. In his monthly segment, Prescription For Excellence, Dr. James Williams helps us navigate these changing times by Weathering the COVID-19 Outbreak. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_april_06l What a difference a month can make! With most of us adhering to the “Stay at Home” recommendation, we are adjusting to our “New Normal.” But when it’s all said and done we will have to be prepared for what’s on the other side of this pandemic. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_mayl_08 This month we are introduced to the Event Planner Extraordinaire and Master Networking Guru herself! It’s none other than Mrs. Theresa RoyalBrown! She is the Go-To Person for all your Event Planning Needs! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_june_07 In this month issue of NGS Magazine Dr. Traci Ward shows us the importance of being kind to ourselves and how rejection does not have to define us! We are also starting a series addressing Systemic Racism in our country and how we can fix what’s broken. #BlackLiversMatter https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_july_05l This month NGS Magazine showcases Sylvia Browder who will share with us 10 Extremely Important Tips for a Successful Business Launch. We are also continuing our series addressing Systemic Racism in our country and offering ways that we can fix what’s broken. #BlackLivesMatter https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_august_07 11
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continued from page 11 This month NGS Magazine showcases Daphne Dorsey as she helps us Evolve by sharing how she did the same.. We are also continuing our series Don’t Ignore The Spider Part III addressing Systemic Racism in our country and offering ways that we can fix what’s broken. #BlackLivesMatter https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_september_08_final This month NGS Magazine is cooking with gas as Billy Bowyer shows us how changing our thinking can change our life. He does this through his love of cooking and sharing life lessons that are pratcial and timeless. We are also continuing our series Don’t Ignore The Spider Part IV addressing Systemic Racism in our country and offering ways that we can fix what’s broken. #BlackLivesMatter https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_october_final In this month’s issue of NGS Magazine Lotus Riche’ gives us the inspiration we need to become A Victory Over Victimization. She provides hope through her brokenness to help us piece our lives back together. We are also continuing our series Don’t Ignore The Spider Part IV addressing Systemic Racism in our country and offering ways that we can fix what’s broken. #BlackLivesMatter https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_november_final In this month’s issue of NGS Magazine Lotus Riche’ gives us the inspiration we need to become A Victory Over Victimization. We are also continuing our series Don’t Ignore The Spider Part IV addressing Systemic Racism in our country and offering ways that we can fix what’s broken. #BlackLivesMatter https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_december_final T.G.I.A.N.Y. (Thank God It’s A New Year) If you are like me you as Sooooo Glad that 2020 is over! As we embark on a New Year we are looking to the Dynamic Leader himself Mr. Velton W. Showell to get us pumped for what lies ahead. We are also starting a new series called S.H.I.F.T where we help you to change gears in your speaking career so that you can blow past your competition. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_january_03_final Wow! What an amazing first month of 2021. To kick off Black History Month The Colonel Speaks! Dr. Margaret Love Andrews Fournier shows us each of us can make a difference if we only get out of our way. In this issue, we continue our new series called S.H.I.F.T. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_january_04 14
Can you say 2 YEARS? Next Generation Speakers has been in publication for 2 Years and it’s all because of you! 2021. This month we are PowHERing up with none other than Dr. La Donya Yvette who will Inspire For Success. This month we are taking it up another gear by showing you how to Implement what you have learned and what we have Studies and what we have Heeded. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_march_final When you want to be UnstopABLE you have to connect with none other than Mr. UnstopABLE himself Terrance Leftridge of UnstopABLE Coaching Services. He is going to show you why you need to be Accountable For Your Abilities! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_april_04 Everyone loves a Comeback! Well, this month we introduce you to the Comeback Queen Mrs. Kearn Crockett Cherry! She has an incredible story of how she has turned adversity to her advantage and trouble into triumph! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_may_03 The Goddess of Soul, Martha High graces our cover this month and shows us how to keep living out our purpose. She models perseverance that knows no bounds and you have to have that where you toured with James Brown. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_june_ final_00c4d8676edeb3
Are You Ready to Power Up! This month we highlight one of the most anticipated Summits of the Year hosted by none other than Kearn Cherry! With A-List Celebrities like Lisa Nicoles and Kim Coles, Power-Up Summit is going to overload you with amazing Speakers and unparalleled networking. https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_july_final_04 The only way not to fall is to not go anywhere! This month Mr. Sligh Edge himself, Wendell Graham, whose plead is to help us gain the Slight Edge, will be teaching us about Getting Up From a Fall! And we have a bonus video of his interview! https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_august_final_print_01 15
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continued from page 7 10. Commit to daily/weekly planning and periodic De-Cluttering. • Daily planning: Plan your day realistically by assigning the amount of time it takes to complete a task. Then work your way down from hardest task to easiest! • Weekly Planning: Capture ideas onto paper, Process In-Box, Review Goals, project lists, to-do lists, upcoming calendar, previous calendar week for missed items, and generally tidy up desk and other major areas. • Periodic De-Cluttering. Choose a frequency that works for you and set reminders into your calendar. Then do it! The opinions expressed here by Next Generation Speakers Magazine columnists are their own, not those of the magazine itself. Email - jjwilliamsphd@gmail.com
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Well, creating NGS Magazine took me back to that part of my childhood and awakened a side that was dormant for so long. I have always prided myself on my creativity and NGS just gave me another avenue to share that with the world. Little did I know that I would be launching a global platform that would have readers from all over the world to include the Philippines, Ireland, Hong Kong, Netherlands, Canada, Australia, Brazil, and India along with being read in the United States. I never would have thought that I would be impacting lives like this from the comfort of my own home but technology allows me just that freedom. If you have missed an issue of NGS Magazine you can click on the cover images to be taken to that issue so you can get caught up. If you want to be in the Magazine you can visit:
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continued from page 15 Have you ever had a song stuck in your head that just would not go away! Well, this month Dr. Michael Freeland aka DJ Mike J will help us change the song that we have had on repeat about ourselves. Showcasing his Mental Real-Of-State Conference, Dr. Freeland is getting us ready to take on our future by getting our minds right!
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Hot never felt so good! This October just when things are cooling off, The J.A.M. Event will heat things back up! This day-long event will bring out the heat in you and help set your life on fire with new hope and possibility. Check out the incredible Speaker Line up in this edition.
https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_october_final_ eeadb3e059e25d It is hard to believe that it is already November! This month Next Generation Speakers Magazine is showcasing Charles and Jabaria Dent of Dent Enterprises Inc.. We are seeing how they are making a Dent in the community
https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_november_ final_03 Man! What A Year! 2021 has proven to be bitter sweet on so many levels. But the sweetness makes up for all of the bitterness. As we wrap up this year we want to thank you for your support of this magazine throughout the year. We have introduced new technologies, showcased guest columnists and highlighted award winner Speakers.
https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_december_03 Happy New Year! 2022 is here and I hope you are ready! If you are like me then you are Thankful to just be among the “Land of the Living” as my Grandmother used to say. Now that you are here, what are you going to do with this brand new opportunity of life? Are you going to change the world or are you going to let the world change you?
https://issuu.com/home/published/ngs_magazine_january_final We are so excited to share with you this edition of NGS Magazine! This month we are spotlighting the Become The Best “You” You Can Be Conference! Check out the Speakers and see the Speaker Spotlight: Jeremy Nunes.
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