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t began as a day of giving thanks for the blessings of the harvest from the preceding year. On Nov. 23, millions of Americans will be celebrating another “Thanksgiving Day,” not just as a holiday, but as a time for sitting back, relaxing, and enjoying good food with family and friends. Thanksgiving is now one of the busiest holidays. Just about every American family gather around the dining table to chow down on an assortment of colorful and tasty home-cooked meals and to give thanks for the good fortunes in their personal and family lives. But there is also the commercialized side of this iconic American holiday that signals the start of the Christmas shopping season.

From grocery stores, food suppliers and dairy farmers to small mom-andpop shops and large corporations, the potential for sizable profit margin is limitless. Catering activities soar because not everyone cooks their own Thanksgiving meal. This holiday period is also a popular time for companies, individuals, and other groups to host holiday parties. Other industries such as food, retail and travel also stand to earn billion of dollars in sales and they bombard consumes with an avalanche of promotions.

In essence, opportunities to sell a wide range of goods and services are endless as millions of energized and exu b e r a n t consumers splurge to impress families and friends. H o w e v e r, not many entrepreneurs and small business operators in our communities are taking full advantages of the vast spending power of our people. For example, our restaurants, hair salons, nightclubs and groceries stores could do more to attract or to appeal to customers during Thanksgiving. Satisfying the needs of customers must be timely and

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tactical. Someone must supply the goods and deliver the services during the holidays. Why not you as a business operator? It has been a very challenging year, as most businesses continue to face increased operational costs and poor income from sales. Therefore, companies must adopt aggressive revenue generation strategies as the most cost effective way to boost sales. Nevertheless, we want to maintain the traditional spirit of Thanksgiving by urging everybody to reach out to the less prosperous among us. Let us share what we have to help others. _____________________ Patrick Maitland patrick@streethype.net

People Are Talking...! Ethical leadership increases trust and commitment

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eadership is often linked with improved organizational performance, because this approach to leadership is more effective for motivating followers. In organizations, followers tend to perceive ethical leaders as concerned not only about achieving organizational objectives but about the interests of multiple organizational stakeholders. In contrast, followers tend to perceive unethical leaders as focused on short-term results and uncaring about the interests of others. Ethical leadership can contribute to positive performance regardless of the type of organization. The financial performance of firms stating and demonstrating a leadership commitment to ethics is better than firms that do not emphasize ethical leadership. Research has indicated that firms committed to ethical behavior among leadership tend to outperform peers over the long run. These firms tend to have lower costs created by unethical behavior, such as litigation over contract breaches or employee theft. It is also less likely that the firms will be subjected to governmental enforcement actions for violation of various laws and regulations. Ethical leadership behavior can also foster greater confidence among customers, which can lead to higher sales. From the perspective of commercial firms, ethical leadership is necessary to improve competitive positioning. Some research evidence has also suggested that ethical leadership improves organizational performance by increasing trust and commitment among employees. Organizational commitment is the relative strength of an individual’s identification and involvement with an organization.

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If individuals have high levels of organizational commitment, they are more likely to adopt organizational goals as their own and be self-motivated to achieve the goals. At the same time, leaders can more easily exert influence when the members of an organization trust them. In theory, ethical leadership fosters the perception among organizational members that the leaders are

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authentic in their efforts to benefit the group rather than themselves. This perception results in higher trust and organizational commitment. Over the long run, organizational members become more productive in an ethical environment. Ethical leadership can lead to improved performance because it increases the level of trust and commitment among organization members, which can influence productivity. Dr. Neva is a Global Leadership and Education Specialist nalexander@nevalliance.com

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NEWARK, N.J: Bronx man on Nov 6 admitted his role in an extensive scheme to obtain money through fraudulently obtained refund checks issued by the U.S. Treasury, Acting U.S., Attorney William E. Fitzpatrick announced. Hector Urena pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge John Michael Vazquez in Newark federal court to an information charging him with one count each of conspiracy to steal government funds, theft of government funds, and aggravated identity theft (Count Three). According to documents filed in this case and statements made in court: Stolen Identity Refund Fraud (SIRF) is a common type of fraud committed against the United States government that involves the use of stolen identities to commit tax refund fraud. SIRF schemes generally share a number of hallmarks. Perpetrators obtain personal identifying information, including Social Security numbers and dates of birth, from unwitting individuals, who often reside in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. They then complete Form 1040 tax returns using the fraudulently obtained information and falsifying wages earned, taxes withheld, and other data, always ensuring that the fraudulent tax return generates a refund. He faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 25, 2018.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR EVICTED SENIOR CITIZEN:

Council Member Williams (3rd right forefront) joins the Flatbush Tenant Coalition and members of the community to support Joy P. Noel, an 85-year old Brooklyn resident (2nd r forefront) who was recently wrongfully evicted from her apartment at 585 E 21st Street in Ditmas Park. Other elected officials in attendance included State Senator Jesse Hamilton, Democratic District Leader Josue Pierre, and Council Member Mathieu Eugene. The Flatbush Tenant Coalition is raising funds to support the octogenarian, to restore her possessions and secure her living space. Carnegie Management owns the building.

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Woman to serve 40 years For Killing Pregnant Friend

A Bronx woman who officials said killed a pregnant woman on her wedding day before cutting her infant from her body will serve 40 years to life behind bars, the Bronx district attorney said Wednesday. Ashleigh Wade, 24, was convicted Oct. 5 of second-degree murder and second-degree kidnapping. In November of 2015, she

slashed the throat of Angelikque Sutton, 22, who was eight months pregnant, officials said. Prosecutors said Wade then cut the infant from Sutton's body and tried to pass it off as her own. The baby survived. Wade had reconnected with her old childhood friend before she killed her, according to trial testimony.

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Jamaica among Mount Vernon City Council winners

By Patrick Maitland Editor-Street Hype amaican born concierge therapist and radio talk show host Delia M. Farquharson was among three successful Democratic candidates in the Mount Vernon City Council race during local elections Nov 7. According to unofficial results from the Westchester Board of Elections, Farquharson polled 4,735 votes, while her other colleagues incumbent Marcus Griffith and Janice Duarte received 4,328 and 5,491, respectively. The next highest vote-getter was Steven Thomas of the Republican party with 1,093. Angela Neil led the New Vision Party candidates with 866 votes and Steven Facendo, and Robin Harmon-Myers had 778 and 770, respectively. In the race to succeed longtime Mount Vernon Comptroller Maureen Walker, former Councilwoman Deborah Reynolds was far ahead of the New Vision Party’s Walidah Aime. Walker was beaten by Reynolds in the Democratic primary two months ago and will leave office next month after 24 years. In other voting districts, Republican Rob Astorino was defeated by Democrat George Latimer in the Westchester County Executive. Tom Murphy, a Democrat and former Village of Mamaroneck trustee, defeated Republican George Mgrditchian. Murphy, 56, was a village trustee until 2009 and is a former Town of Mamaroneck councilman. In the White Plains mayoral race incumbent Mayor Tom Roach handily defeated challenger Milagros Lecuona.

New York City election results

ayor Bill de Blasio won re-election defeating challenger Nicole Malliotakis, a Republican state assemblywoman from Staten Island. He earned about two-thirds of the vote in another low-turnout election -- approximately 1,070,000 voters cast ballots in the mayoral race. De Blasio's fellow incumbent citywide Democrats, Comptroller Scott Stringer and Public Advocate Letitia James, also won reelection, each with about three-quarters of the vote. Democrats Eric Gonzalez and Cyrus Vance won their Brooklyn and Manhattan District Attorney races overwhelmingly, respectively. All five borough presidents were easily reelected with at least 75% of the vote: Gale Brewer in Manhattan; Ruben Diaz, Jr. in the Bronx; Eric Adams in Brooklyn; Melinda Katz in Queens -- all Democrats -- and James Oddo, a Republican, on Staten Island.

Delia M. Farquharson Mount Vernon City Council Winner

Deborah Reynold Mount Vernon Comptroller (Desingate) Assemblymember Brian Kavanagh won a special election to the state Senate, taking the Brooklyn and Manhattan seat vacated by Daniel Squadron earlier this year.

The following are among New City Council District (CD) results -- CD2: Carlina Rivera, Democrat, elected; CD3: Corey Johnson, Democrat, reelected; CD5: Ben Kallos, Democrat, reelected; CD6: Helen Rosenthal, Democrat, reelected; CD7: Mark Levine, Democrat, reelected; CD11: Andrew Cohen, Democrat, reelected; CD12: Andy King, Democrat, reelected; CD14: Fernando Cabrera, Democrat, reelected; CD15: Ritchie Torres, Democrat, reelected. In the CD16: Vanessa Gibson, Democrat, reelected; CD17: Rafael Salamanca, Democrat, reelected; CD18: Ruben Diaz, Sr., Democrat, elected; CD21: Francisco Moya, Democrat, elected; CD27: I. Daneek Miller, Democrat, reelected; CD28: Adrienne Adams, Democrat, elected CD29: Karen Koslowitz, Democrat, reelected; CD31: Donovan Richards, Democrat, reelected; CD36: Robert Cornegy, Jr., Democrat, reelected, reelected; CD40: Mathieu Eugene, Democrat, reelected with 60% of the vote; Reform Party nominee Brian Cunningham received about 36%; CD41: Alicka AmprySamuel, Democrat, elected CD42: Inez Barron, Democrat, reelected; CD45: Jumaane Williams, Democrat, reelected; CD46: Alan Maisel, Democrat, reelected; CD50: Steve Matteo, Republican, reelected and CD51: Joseph Borelli, Republican, reelected.

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Jamaican born Brooklyn-based soldier has died in a noncombat incident in Kuwait, officials said. Sgt. 1st Class Hughton Brown, 43, was on his second deployment when he died on Nov. 14 at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, a base along the Iraq border, as a result of a non-combat related incident. The Defense Department did not disclose the circumstances of Brown’s death, saying the incident was under investigation. But his family told media in Jamaica, that the military told them he collapsed and died during a two-mile jog with colleagues. “We are shocked and devastated as we were not expecting this," his brother Duwayne Andy Tomlinson, told The Gleaner newspaper in Jamaica. “Our brother was a lively, healthy, vibrant young man, the life of the party, and we await more information from Kuwait on his passing.” “We express our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Sergeant 1st Class Hughton Oneil Brown,” Army Reserve Command said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they mourn the loss of a loved one. We've lost a valuable member of our team and he will be sorely missed.” Brown arrived in Kuwait in August as a maintenance supervisor in support of Operation Freedom’s Sentinel in Afghanistan. He was assigned to the Army Reserve’s 306th Engineer Company, 411th Engineer Brigade based out of in Farmingdale, L.I. Brown joined the Army in August 1997 and was deployed to Iraq in November 2002 on an eight-month tour. “A role model and a mentor for many soldiers, even for those not in his beloved maintenance team, he was sought out for his wisdom and knowledge,” said Capt. John Hasselius, the commander of the 306th Engineer Company. Brown’s awards include an Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, and the Combat Action Badge.

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Ninjaman, co-accused found guilty of murder

Kingston, Jamaica WI: amaican Entertainer Ninjaman, whose given name is Desmond Ballentine, 51 and his co-accused, Jahneil Ballentine and Dennis Clayton, have been convicted for the 2009 murder of Ricardo Johnson on Mall Road in Kingston 11, Jamaica WI. Justice Martin Gayle, who had been summing up the case since last week, had handed it over to the jury early Monday afternoon for deliberation. The seven-member jury handed down the verdict in the Home Circuit Court in downtown Kingston Monday afternoon, after deliberating for a little more than three hours. Ninjaman was found guilty of murder and shooting. His co-accused were also found guilty of murder, however, they were found not guilty on the charge of shooting. The judge set December 15, 2017 for sentencing. Ninjaman, who was recently released from hospital after suffering a minor heart attack, was in court. Prosecutors had presented evidence that Mr. Johnson was fatally shot in a yard by the artiste and other men. The men had denied killing Mr. Johnson. —————————

London buses to be powered by coffee

t is the first time a coffee-derived biofuel will be used on London's public transport system Waste coffee grounds will be used to help power some of London's buses from Monday, it has been revealed. A biofuel created by blending oil extracted from coffee waste with diesel is to be added to the public transport fuel supply. Technology firm bio-bean says it has produced enough coffee oil to power one bus for a year. Transport for London (TfL) has increasingly turned to using biofuels to reduce transport emissions. Will buses be run on coffee in future? Biofuel made using waste products such as cooking oil and tallow from meat processing is already used in many of the capital's 9,500 buses.

Mugabe not quitting

HARARE, ZIMBABWE: obert Mugabe has vowed to stay in power as President of Zimbabwe for several weeks, despite mounting calls for him to quit immediately. In a live TV address, Mr Mugabe said he would preside over the governing party's congress in December. Zanu-PF earlier sacked him as party leader, and gave him less than 24 hours to resign as president or be impeached. His grip on power has weakened since the military intervened on Wednesday, in a row over who should succeed him. The crisis began when the 93-year-old president sacked his deputy, Emmerson Mnangagwa, two weeks ago, angering army commanders who saw it as an attempt to position his wife as his successor. Crowds had gathered in Harare to watch

the speech, with Mr Mugabe widely expected to resign. Instead though, flanked by military generals, he said "the (ruling Zanu-PF) party congress is due in a few weeks and I will preside over its processes". President Mugabe acknowledged criticism from Zanu-PF, the military and public, and stressed the need to return Zimbabwe to normality. "Whatever the pros and cons of how they (the army) went about their operation, I, as commander-in-chief, do acknowledge their concerns," he said, in reference to the army's move last week to take over the state broadcaster. The BBC's Africa Editor, Fergal Keane, said his understanding of the situation was that Mr Mugabe had agreed to resign, but then changed his mind.

Caribbean destinations still at risk for Zika — CDC Says

News Americas, MIAMI, FL: he US Centers For Disease Control, CDC, is warning Americans that “many Caribbean destinations are still at risk for #Zika!” Pregnant women are being warned to avoid the hurricanes impacted islands of Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands, Cuba, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, Haiti, Martinique, Puerto Rico, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Martin, Sint Maarten, Turks and Caicos and the US Virgin Islands because of mosquito-borne illnesses such as Zika, dengue, and chikungunya. The warning comes as the CDC also urged Americans to postpone travel to areas severely affected by the hurricanes in the Caribbean region because of serious health

and safety risks that may be present while medical care may be limited or unavailable. The agency said contaminated drinking water and reduced access to safe water, food, and shelter in some areas may create conditions for outbreaks of infectious diseases such as Zika, leptospirosis, dengue, hepatitis a, typhoid, vibriosis, and influenza. Anguilla; Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba; The Bahamas; Barbados; Bonaire; British Virgin Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Dominica; Dominican Republic; Grenada; Haiti; Jamaica; Montserrat; the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, a US territory; Saba; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Martin; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Sint Eustatius; Sint Maarten; Trinidad and Tobago; Turks and Caicos Islands; US Virgin Islands all remain on the CDC list of zika risk areas in the Caribbean.

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By Douglas Mcintosh KINGSTON, Jamaica (JIS): Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness, has called for the strengthening of relations between Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states and nonEnglish-speaking countries across the Caribbean and Latin America. He was speaking at the closing panel discussion on ‘Challenges and Opportunities in the Caribbean’ at the sixth International Monetary Fund (IMF) High Level Caribbean Forum in New Kingston on Thursday, November 17. The prime minister was supported in his call by Grenada’s prime minister, Dr Keith Mitchell, and The Bahamas’ deputy prime minister and finance minister, Peter Turnquest. Holness, who indicated that he is a “big proponent” of full Caribbean integration, argued that significant benefits can be derived from stronger relations between CARICOM countries and countries such as the Dominion Republic, Haiti and Cuba. He said Jamaica is actively pursuing a policy of outreach and engagement with the Spanish-speaking countries within the region. “I have paid an official visit to the Dominican Republic (with which) we are pursuing a joint tourism agreement… and we have done the same with Cuba,” he pointed out. “There is a huge market in Latin America, which Jamaica has to tap into… and I think the rest of the Caribbean has to do the same. For us, I think there is greater advantage with us reaching out,” he added. While acknowledging that “language is a barrier”, Holness maintained that “it is in our interest that we have the policies to support our people speaking a second language, in particular Spanish and French”. Mitchell, for his part, said much is already taking place towards integrating non-English-speaking countries. He pointed out that Haiti will be the next chair of CARICOM, while Martinique has been admitted as an associate member of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). Additionally, he said Guadeloupe has applied for Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) membership “and most likely will be admitted, so I think there is some significant movement in that regard; we are moving in the right direction”. Turnquest also agreed that CARICOM needs to do more to support and integrate non-English-speaking countries. He noted that opportunities often available to English-speaking territories are invariably not afforded to the other countries “because of the fact that they are isolated, in some respects, because of the language issues”.

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Shkreli Auditor Says Investor Settlements Seemed Legit An auditor who did work for Martin Shkreli-founded Retrophin Inc. on Thursday told jurors in the trial of the controversial pharmaceutical executive’s former Katten Muchin attorney that he didn’t believe there was anything wrong with a series of settlements with investors in Shkreli's MSMB hedge funds that prosecutors say were fraudulent.

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Fake attorney who defrauded hundreds sentenced to prison Antonia Barrone must also pay nearly $270,000 in restitution, penalties

FIFA Witness Estimates He Agreed To Pay $160M In Bribes A former sports media and marketing executive estimated Thursday during cross-examination in the FIFA corruption trial that he and his company had agreed to pay around 30 individuals approximately $160 million in bribes to control South American soccer marketing rights, the revelation of which provided a clearer picture of the scope of alleged corruption in international soccer.

$120M Barclays Deal Attys Reduce Fee Request By $8M Lawyers who sought 30 percent of a $120 million settlement they struck with Barclays PLC for investors who accused the bank of manipulating the London Interbank Offered Rate told a New York federal judge on Wednesday that they’d accept just 20 percent of the settlement pot for now after she raised questions about the payout. NY Restaurant Supplier Gets Wage Collective Action Tossed A New York federal judge has dismissed a proposed collective action alleging a Queens restaurant supply distribution company denies workers minimum wage, saying even if the worker behind the suit is right that he worked many more hours than the business recorded, he was paid enough. Payday Lender Convicted Of Running $220M 'Offshore' Racket The operator of an online payday lending firm was convicted by a Manhattan federal jury on all charges against him Wednesday over his alleged $220 million, yearslong campaign to deceive borrowers, regulators and even his own lawyers into believing that his companies were based offshore and not bound by U.S. law. Read more »

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ALBANY: woman who defrauded hundreds by pretending to be an attorney has been sentenced to 1 ½ to 3 years in state prison and ordered to pay nearly $270,000 in restitution and penalties. Antonia Barrone, who has gone by other names including Mario Vrendenburg, pleaded guilty last month to defrauding more than 400 New Yorkers out of more than $23,000 over a span of about five years. She was sentenced Thursday in Albany County Court on one count of scheme to defraud.

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ness was staffed with attorneys. "Deceiving vulnerable New Yorkers into paying for unlicensed legal services is reprehensible, costing them thousands each and jeopardizing their rights," said Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. "My office won't hesitate to prosecute those who defraud New Yorkers by practicing without a license." Although Barrone is not an attorney, she advertised an array of legal services on the company website and charged thousands of dollars to provide legal services, according to papers filed by the Attorney General's office. The services included filing administrative and judicial appeals on behalf of inmates who were denied parole by the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and representing inmates at administrative hearings and individuals facing criminal charges in various state courts. In some cases, Barrone accepted fees but did not perform any services. In August, Albany County Supreme Court Acting Justice Gerald W. Connolly ordered Barrone and the NYS Prisoner Assistance Center to pay a $244,500 penalty to the state as well as full restitution of $23,427.70 to consumers who paid for legal services. The judgment also prohibits Barrone from practicing law without a license or advertising or selling legal or paralegal services. The Attorney General's Criminal Enforcement and Financial Crimes Bureau also launched a criminal investigation into Barrone's conduct. On Oct. 16, Barrone was arrested and arraigned in Albany City Court before Judge Holly A. Trexler on a felony complaint filed by the Attorney General's office charging: five counts of criminal possession of a forged instrument, two counts of third-degree grand larceny, one count of fourth-degree grand larceny, one count of unauthorized practice of a profession, and one count of scheme to defraud. Consumers can check whether an individual is a licensed attorney in New York state by visiting the New York State Unified Court System's www.nycourts.gov

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Another gold for Alia A

lia Atkinson maintained her unbeaten streak in the 50-metre breaststroke by winning yet another gold for Jamaica on the final leg of the FINA World Cup in Singapore yesterday. Her time of 29.29 seconds is her second fastest for the year and she remains undefeated in the six countries where she contested this marquee event of women's short course sprinting for 2017. The world sprint breaststroke champion from Jamaica triumphed over the Australian champion Emily Seebohm, who earned the silver medal with a time of 29.96 seconds. Danish champion Rikke Pedersen recorded 30.32 seconds for the bronze medal as the 2017 FINA Swimming Short Course World Cup came to a close. Alia has logged over 60,000 miles flying to and from the eight participating cities of varying customs and cultures and in so doing has managed to consistently bring glory, honour and fame to her coutry. Her dazzling performances has earned a total of 13 gold, 2 silver and 4 bronze medals for Jamaica.

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Borough President Diaz & At&T host Little League Awards Celebration:

On Sunday, November 19, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and AT&T’s New York State President Marissa Shorenstein co-hosted a celebration for the Little League teams who participated in this year’s Borough President’s Cup: Caribe Little League and this year’s champions, Bronxchester Realtors Little League. Here, Borough President Diaz and Ms. Shorenstein join Bronxchester Realtors Little League for a team photo.

USA and International Gold Medalists Commit to 111th NYRR Millrose Games

old medalists Emma Coburn, Omar McLeod and Shaunae Miller-Uibo have announced they will compete at the 111th NYRR Millrose Games at The Armory’s New Balance Track & Field Center on February 3, 2018. The NYRR Millrose Games has taken place in front of enthusiastic, sold-out crowds at The Armory during each of the past three years, as fans welcome the world's greatest athletes to New York City. “The NYRR Millrose Games has clearly reignited the excitement and traditions from its storied history”, said Meet Director, Ray Flynn. “The best athletes are all asking to be included in this world famous track meet at The Armory.” The announcement already assures three of the world’s top track & field athletes are coming to the 111th NYRR Millrose Games with many more to follow: • Coburn recently won Gold at the London World Championships in the 3,000-meter steeplechase en route to breaking the American Record. Coburn is the only American woman in history to win a Gold Medal at the Olympics or World Championships in steeplechase. She will be competing in the 3,000 meters at the NYRR Millrose Games. • McLeod, of Jamaica, was the Gold Medalist at the 2017 London World Championships and the 2016 Rio Olympics in the 110-meter hurdles. McLeod is a 3-time NCAA champion and will compete in the NYRR Millrose Games. • Miller-Uibo won the 2016 Gold Medal at the Rio Olympics in 400 meters in dramatic fashion as she dove across the finish line 0.07 seconds ahead of

Emma Coburn Allyson Felix. A native of the Bahamas, Miller-Uibo became her nation’s first world record holder when she broke Felix’s straight 200-meter record on June 4, 2017. Miller-Uibo will run in the 300-meter event in the NYRR Millrose Games. Go to NYRRMillroseGames.org to learn more about the NYRR Millrose Games and to purchase tickets to the February 3rd meet scheduled for 11:45am to 6 p.m.

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ONCACAF president Victor Montagliani has announced that the highly-anticipated Nations League is set to begin in September 2018. The Canadian says this event will serve as a qualifier for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup which will include all 41 members in the region. He says this tournament is being introduced so that even the smaller Caribbean nations can get more matches in a calendar year. The governing body for football in the region will release the schedule of details in February.

By Sportsmax orld’s fastest man Usain Bolt has resumed training after being given the go-ahead from his doctor having fully recovered from a hamstring injury. Having retired from the sport of track and field in the summer, the 31-year-old has confirmed that he will begin his odyssey into the sport of football, a discipline he has long admired from the sidelines. Bolt, who recently missed out on an appearance as a specially invited guest of Manchester United legends team after suffering an injury at the World Championship, has already begun training in Australia but, has confirmed he will return to Jamaica where he will continue training with the country’s national coach.

The runner has been invited to train with Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund, but remains unsure if he will take up the offer. “It’s something that I want to do. I’m trying to get fit now,” Bolt said of playing professional football. “My doctor finally passed me after my hamstring problems at the world championships, so now I can start training. I’ve started training while I’m here (Australia) and trying to get into shape before I get home and next year I’ll get a trial and we’ll take it from there,” he added. “When I put my mind to something, I’m going to do it. I’m going to train hard, put myself through some drills. Coach of the team in Jamaica – I’ll do some work with him also to figure out the finer details.”

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New Yorkers raving about 'Blue & Bougie' all inclusive party

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ew Rochelle has joined the list of elite cities that are now hosting upscale, all inclusive Jamaican theme parties with the recently launched Blue and Bougie fall event at the posh Radisson Hotel ballroom in New Rochelle. While the event does not yet boast exotic frills like cabanas and elevated multilevel sponsor booths, event organizers are clearly on to something special based on feedback from patrons. The mouthwatering Jamaica dishes which were specially prepared by celebrity Chef Jarrett, who was flown in first class from Jamaica, was sumptuous. The ambience was bougie, while the music...ah the music, it was off the hook with DJs Icopsycho, Rickly Genius, and DJ Roy & Stretch from Road International turning the heat way up. In between the musical juggling, New York based Royal Khaoz band had patrons in a tizzy, as lead vocalist Bama belted out a variety of traditional reggae selections including cover songs by Chronixx, Beres Hammond and Stephen Marley. Chef Jarrett, who has worked at the luxurious RITZ Carlton Hotel in Montego Bay and as an executive chef on the Disney Cruise line said, "I am happy to be invited to showcase my culinary skills for this exclusive, upscale party. Everyone enjoyed the dishes we prepared." Among the VIP guests attending the shindig were 'First Lady,' Sonia Harvey, mother of Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness; Damion & Omar Hawthorne, sons of Lowell Hawthorne, CEO of Golden

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ing about the next event" he disclosed. "Blue and Bougie party number two is on an popping. I promise it will be bigger and better because that is our style and how we do things. I am just happy patrons have embraced the concept" he confessed.

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BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS: ark Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour, a fivestar luxury beach resort that opened this month in the heart of Banana Bay with 300 local permanent employees, has propelled St. Kitts and Nevis into a unique position within the Caribbean tourism industry. “You’re unique,” Mohammed Asaria, vice chairman of Range Developments, the developer of the project, said at Friday’s press conference while addressing local media representatives, as well as Prime Minister Timothy Harris and Minister of Tourism Lindsay Grant who were both seated at the head table. “You have a Park Hyatt, you have a Four Seasons, you have a Marriott – three branded hotels – as well as a number of well-leading independent hotels, which really put you in a unique position compared to some of your peers, and we need to capitalize on that to have future growth in the economy,” he added.

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Jamaican Minister of Education Ruel Reid (c) poses with Jamaican Ambassador to USA Audrey Marks (l) and Consul General NY Trudy Deans at a recent Jamaica College Old Boys Association Griffys Awards Gala held in New York City.

Marks launches Jamaica Roots competition

By Derrick Scott Contributing Writer amaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Audrey Marks has announced the launch of a competition called Jamaica Roots aimed at Jamaican-Americans who have lost connection with their homeland. For Jamaicans who would like to take the opportunity to experience Jamaica and reconnect with their roots, the competition which will run from November 5, 2017 to February

4, 2018. The monthly draws will be broadcasted on Facebook Live. Ambassador Marks pointed out that Jamaica Roots, as the name suggests, is about reconnecting to Jamaican heritage and culture and is aimed at Jamaicans who were born in Jamaica but moved to the United States many years ago without returning. Jamaica Roots will be a chance to reconnect for JamaicanAmericans and their children, grandchildren or even great, great

grandchildren of and it will be a chance to connect to and learn more about the country their family originated from. Marks also explained that under the pilot program, winners will receive a one week free accommodation at a hotel or live with a family member, travel the island on guided tours, visit and learn about their family history, and experience life in the community of their roots.

ST THOMAS, USVI: est control company Terminix International and its US Virgin Islands operation were sentenced on Monday for violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act in the USVI. The US Virgin Islands pest control company illegally applied fumigants containing methyl bromide in multiple residential locations in the USVI, including a condominium resort complex in St John where a family of four fell seriously ill in March 2015 after the unit below them was fumigated. According to the plea recommendation, Terminix are to pay a total of $10 million in criminal fines, community service, and restitution payments. Under the agreed recommendation, Terminix USVI will pay $4 million in fines and $1 million in restitution to the EPA for response and clean-up costs at the St John resort. The parent company Terminix LP will pay a fine of $4 million and will perform community service related to training commercial pesticide applicators in fumigation practices and a separate health services training program.

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[l-r] Jacquline Hawthorne, Herma Hawthorne, Romelle J. Maloney, Lowell Hawthorne and Maxine Hawthorne-Morrison

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olden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill raised $100,000 at its 12th Annual Excellence Awards Gala on Nov. 10, 2017, at the VIP Country Club in New Rochelle. More than 300 attendees – among them leaders in business, nonprofit, education, and other fields – joined with the families and friends of the Hawthorne family, which founded Golden Krust in 1989 with a single retail location. Today, the family-owned and -operated business is franchised in North America, with 109 locations along the U.S. East Coast, as well as in Texas and Canada. All proceeds from the night will support the mission of the Mavis & Ephraim Hawthorne Golden Krust Foundation, a nonprofit that was established by the Hawthorne family to provide scholarships to collegebound high school students from underserved communities. Golden Krust has provided more than 350 scholarships to students since the foundation first began its work. Awardees each receive $1,000 each per year for four years of undergraduate study. The following students were selected year for scholarships: Christina McBean. A graduate of St. Andrew High School for Girls in Kingston, Jamaica, McBean is now enrolled at Howard University, where she is studying physics. Aaditi Tamhankar. A graduate of Cherry Hill High School West in Cherry Hill, N.J., Tamhankar is pursuing studies in healthcare management at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Adam Fane. A graduate of Bronx International High School, Fane is now studying political science and economics at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. The eight community leaders who were honored for their selflessness, ingenuity and commitment to their communities. Dr. Camille A. Clare, Champion of Education Award. Thomas A. Farrington, Humanitarian Award. After being diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2000, he resolved to found an organization to educate black men about their prostate cancer risk. Roy Leslie Reid, Mountain Mover Award. After an accomplished career as a business executive, Reid founded Corporate Courier N.Y. Inc., and Trans Management Corporation, where he currently serves as President and CEO.

Ivanhoe V. Ffriend, Business Excellence Award. Ffriend is the president and CEO of Ffriend Enterprises, Ltd., and Principal of Ffriend Financial Group. The Rev. Eric Wendel Lee, Sr., Community Service Award. He has also worked as a Professional Child Advocate in Indianapolis, Indiana and in Atlanta. Robert “Bobby” Clarke, Visionary Award. Clarke is the founder and CEO of Irie Jam Media. Douglas & Priscilla Dixon, Champion of Education Awards. Charles Douglas Dixon, Esq., is a Principal with MEDX Global Healthcare Solutions. Priscilla Dixon has a Ph.D in psychology, where she specialized in developmental and environmental psychology. The Mavis & Ephraim Hawthorne Golden Krust Foundation was established in 2005 with the mission to help educate and assist with college completion through scholarships, mentorship and internships. As of this year, the MEHGKF has granted over 350 scholarships and counting. In that same year, Golden Krust became the first Caribbean-owned business in the U.S. to be granted a franchise license.

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Anthony Turner, Freelance Journalist: Thanksgiving is an extraordinary time to give thanks to the Lord for all he has blessed us with. It's about getting together with family and close friends.

Trevor Dalling, Real Estate Broker: Thanksgiving is about giving thanks and be appreciative of your family and God.

Kadia-loy Knight, Media Personality: This was a day when we recognized those who have impacted our lives in a significant way. Giving thanks to those contributing to our present achievement.

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Kimmy Maitland, Student: The celebration of gratitude should always be something that is placed in high regards. Taking a moment to appreciate the things we have should not be limited to one day. Therefore show immense love to those who genuinely take care of you at all times.

Audrey Murray, Life Coach: Most grateful this year for the health, wealth and a beautiful daughter that keeps me striving for bigger and better. We are starting our own Thanksgiving tradition this year, by cooking together at home and giving back to a local community cause.

n America, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, so this year will be on November 23. The modern Thanksgiving holiday tradition is traced to a sparsely documented 1621 celebration at Plymouth in present-day Massachusetts, and also to a well recorded 1619 event in Virginia. The USA isn't the only nation to mark celebrations - Canada, Puerto Rico, Grenada and Liberia do so too. The tradition has continued for hundreds of years since and is celebrated with a lots of delicious food and wine. A typical Thanksgiving menu consists of roast turkey, roasted sweet potato casserole and winter vegetables - a plate that resembles a British Christmas dinner.

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3. Herbs and spices may be added to brine to enhance the flavor. Add several crushed allspice seeds, several sprigs of dried thyme, or other dried herbs, if desired.

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4. Place the turkey in the brine solution, breast down. Cover and chill for 6 to 8 hours. Or use the overnight method by reducing the salt and sugar amounts by 1/2 so the turkey does not retain too much salt. 5. Remove the turkey from brine, rinse inside and out under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels. Place on a shallow pan and refrigerate overnight. This allows the skin to dry out so it becomes crisp during roasting. This step may be omitted if desired. 6. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place turkey on shallow roasting pan. Season the turkey inside and outside with the Jerk marinade .Tie legs together and tuck wings underneath the bird. Add 1 cup water to bottom of pan and place in the oven. Let turkey get a beautiful golden brown color, then cover with aluminum foil. 7. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the turkey. Check the wrapper to see how much the turkey weighs and determine the approximate cooking time (see chart). Roast the turkey until temperature in the innermost thickest part of the thigh reaches 165 °F as measured with a food thermometer. Check the internal temperature in the wing and the thickest part of the breast as well. The temperature in all parts should read 165 °F or higher. The thigh juices should run clear when pierced with a fork. 8. During the last 1/2 hours of cooking time remove the aluminum foil and baste with pan juices. Add more water to the pan if necessary. 9. A 12-pound turkey will take about 2 and 1/2 hours to roast. 10. Enjoy a Tasty, Most and Delicious Grace Jerk Turkey.

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A Holiday Ham Worth Celebrating

FAMILY FEATURES: ooks today crave new food inspiration, creative recipes and flavorful dishes, and they want it all at a great price. Whether you’re trying one of the year's hottest cooking trends or serving up a spread for a holiday celebration, pork offers an affordable variety of cuts and flavor profiles to help inspire every occasion. This season, the National Pork Board is teaming up with leading chefs from across the country –Matt Abdoo, Adam Sappington and Jose Mendin – to discover their favorite pork dishes, the techniques behind them and how pork inspires their creativity in the kitchen. Chef Mendin is a five-time James Beard semi-finalist and founding partner and chef at Pubbelly Noodle Bar, an Asianinspired gastropub in Miami. In his Honey Balsamic-Glazed Ham recipe, pineapple combines with honey and balsamic vinegar for a flavorful centerpiece that's easily paired with smashed potatoes. Visit PorkBeinspired.com for more pork cooking inspiration this holiday season. Honey Balsamic-Glazed Ham with Smashed Potatoes Recipe courtesy of Jose Mendin, Pubbelly Noodle Bar, on behalf of the National Pork Board

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Servings: 8

1 3-pound boneless ham, netting removed and casing trimmed off 1/2 cup water

Honey Balsamic Glaze: 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple (2/3 cup pineapple, 1/3 cup juice) 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme

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Smashed Potatoes: 3 pounds small red potatoes, scrubbed but unpeeled 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley)

Make the Honey Balsamic Glaze: In a small heavy saucepan, bring ingredients to a boil over high heat, stirring often.

Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring often, until the liquid is reduced by about half, 7-10 minutes. Transfer to small bowl and let cool to room temperature. Preheat oven to 350 F. Using a sharp knife, score ham in a crosshatch pattern. Place ham in roasting pan and add 1/2 cup water. Cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and spread half of the glaze over the ham, forcing it into the scored cuts. Bake for 15 minutes. Repeat with remaining glaze and bake until a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the ham reads 140 F, about 15 minutes more. If necessary, to keep glaze from scorching, tent ham with aluminum foil. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing. Make the Smashed Potatoes: After about 30 minutes of baking the ham, place potatoes in large saucepan and add enough cold, salted water to cover by 2 inches. Cover saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Uncover and reduce heat to medium. Cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well and return potatoes to saucepan. Add butter, oil, salt and pepper, and crush with a large fork then stir in the parsley. Partially cover with the lid to keep warm. Slice the ham crosswise and serve with the smashed potatoes.

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FAMILY FEATURES: hen temperatures plummet, a seasonal wardrobe change helps protect most of your body from the elements. However, your face and hands are likely still exposed and even areas protected by clothing can be affected by a harsh climate. A fall skin-care regimen can help ensure your delicate features fare well even as blustery winds blow. Sunscreen smarts. Most people know that slathering on the sunscreen is a must when heading to the pool or beach, but your skin can actually take a hit from the sun’s damaging rays year-around. Apply a sunscreen lotion or moisturizer containing SPF daily to reduce the risk and minimize your chances of sun spots and wrinkles. Healthy hydration. When it’s hot, you’re more likely to feel thirsty and drink more, but staying well hydrated is important in colder weather, too. Proper hydration affects numerous body functions, such as ensuring your muscles and joints are well lubricated and helping your body to regulate its temperature. Water is the solution most experts recommend, but non-sugary options like tea can also help. Food factors. Although limiting the amount of fat you consume is generally recommended for a nutritious eating plan, in the fall and winter it’s especially important to be sure you’re consuming enough healthy fats and omega-3s to promote moisture from the inside out. Good sources include eggs, nuts, avocados and lean proteins like fish, turkey, chicken and beef. Clothing concerns. Even if you don’t feel the chill, cold wind can do a number on your skin. Be sure to cover up adequately when outdoors to prevent the chapping and irritation that can come from sustained exposure. Also be wary of precipitation; be sure your outer layers repel

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(l-r) Jasmine Brown, of Hillsborough, Jordan Thomas, of South Plainfield, and Christopher D'Urso, of Colts Neck.

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By Mark Manson he problem with idealizing love is that it causes us to develop unrealistic expectations about what love actually is and what it can do for us. These unrealistic expectations then sabotage the very relationships we hold dear in the first place. THREE HARSH TRUTHS ABOUT LOVE 1. Love does not equal compatibility. Just because you fall in love with someone doesn’t necessarily mean they’re a good partner for you to be with over the long term. Love is an emotional process; compatibility is a logical process and the two don’t bleed into one another very well. It’s possible to fall in love with somebody who doesn’t treat us well, who makes us feel worse about ourselves, who doesn’t hold the same respect for us as we do for them, or who has such a dysfunctional life themselves that they threaten to bring us down with them. When dating and looking for a partner, you must use not only your heart, but your mind. Yes, you want to find someone who makes your heart flutter and your farts smell like cherry popsicles. But you also need to evaluate a person’s values, how they treat themselves, how they treat those close to them, their ambitions and their worldviews in general. Because if you fall in love with some-

one who is incompatible with you…well, as the ski instructor from South Park once said, you’re going to have a bad time.

2. Love does not solve your relationship problems. My first girlfriend and I were madly in love with each other. We also lived in different cities, had no money to see each other, had families who hated each other, and went through weekly bouts of meaningless drama and fighting and every time we fought, we’d come back to each other the next day and make up and remind each other how crazy we were about one another and that none of those little things matter because we’re omg so in love and we’ll find a way to work it out and everything will be great, just you wait and see. Our love made us feel like we were overcoming our issues, when on a practical level, absolutely nothing had changed. This is how a toxic relationship works. The roller coaster of emotions are intoxicating, each high feeling even more important and more valid than the one before, but unless there’s a stable and practical foundation beneath your feet, that rising tide of emotion will eventually come and wash it all away. 3. Love is not always worth sacrificing yourself. One of the defining characteristics of loving someone is that you are able to think outside of

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uying a computer is no easy task, and with the cost of many of the machines out on the market today, you want to make sure you’re making the right purchase so you don’t blow your money on something that stops meeting your demands within a year. This guide should help you get a better understanding of what all the components of the computer will mean for you and make it easier to decide what you want, need, and which elements to prioritize. That way, you’ll be better equipped to get the right computer for you, and to avoid spending any more money than you must.

Operating system According to April 2015 research by NetMarketShare, various versions of Microsoft® Windows make up 90 percent of the operating system market share, so that’s likely the right choice for your business. Windows 7 is the most popular at 58 percent, with the Windows 8.1 netting 11 percent of users. (Owners of machines using Windows 7 and 8.1 qualify for a free upgrade to Windows 10.) Versions of the Mac OS earned just 6 percent of the market share. Some industries favor one operating system over another, but the most important consideration is usability, since Microsoft makes Mac versions of its popular Windows software.

less important than it used to be. While internal storage is the fastest way to retrieve data (with solid-state drives being even faster than hard disk drives), network-attached storage and cloud drives are gaining popularity because they allow remote access. USBconnected external drives are an easy way to keep information handy, and even transfer it to another machine later.

Processor Processing power is all about speed, so get the fastest one you can afford. That makes your life easier if you’re doing standard business functions, but it’s a mission-critical factor if you’re working with huge files like music, video or big data. Time spent waiting on the computer to do its thing is time wasted.

Memory RAM (random access memory) is what your computer uses to run programs. Buy as much memory as you can to ensure you’ve got the power to run programs efficiently and more than one at a time. As software matures, it inevitably requires more RAM — even if all you do is surf the web — so choose a computer with easy access to RAM so you can add more as needed. That’s a lot

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Monitor The big-screen craze isn’t limited only to televisions. Many people like working on huge computer monitors — and sometimes more than one. An external monitor is also nice if you’re using a Chromebook, Ultrabook or convertible — but give them a test drive to make sure the resolution is suitable.

Risk factor Laptops are great computers for getting work done wherever you need to — in the office, at a conference table or on a plane. But their portability can put them at risk. Whether taken from a desk in your workplace or left in a cab, lost or stolen laptops have the potential to cause big damage to your business. Though both laptops and desktops are easily hacked, it’s definitely harder to misplace or make off with a desktop unit. So if you’re risk averse, a laptop may not be for you. Combine your wants and needs for computing functionality with these six additional considerations and you’ll take a lot of the guesswork out of choosing the right computer.

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(Family Features) eclining temperatures can bring fun, cool-weather activities, but they also mean cold and flu season is lurking. While everyone hopes to stay healthy, it can be difficult to completely avoid viruses and bugs. Dr. Deborah Gilboa, a board-certified family physician and Braun spokesperson, offers some simple suggestions to help your family plan for cold and flu season.

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Stock Up Before cold and flu season, make sure to stockpile must-haves like ginger ale, ice pops and recommended cough suppressants. Thinking ahead means you won’t have to rush out when you or a family member comes down with something.

Manage Humidity Levels Control your home’s humidity levels with a humidifier to help prevent the survival of flu viruses on surfaces and in the air.

Have Important Information on Hand To save time when your child is ill, keep a reference of your child’s allergies, prescribed medications, dosage amounts and current weight handy. Health care providers typically need this information to correctly prescribe and dose most medications. Other items to keep on-hand include school sick day policies, operating manuals for medical devices and a reference of temperature readings that classify a fever.

Dispose of Expired Medicine Spend some time checking the medications you already have at home. Review the expiration dates and if any need to be thrown out, research how to properly dispose of them according to local government guidelines.

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Five tips for creating a business plan Highlighting the opportunities and challenges of local business

nce you’ve settled on a business model that meets your needs, developing a business plan is an essential next step. These five tips can help you get started:

• Think long-term. A solid business plan should account for your start-up, of course, but also the longer range future of your operations. Consider how you want your business to look five years down the road. Create goals and build in milestones to chart your progress on that long-term path.

• Write it yourself. No one can embrace your vision as completely as you can and developing the plan yourself gives you a deep understanding of every aspect of the business, which is essential for good management. Even if you hand over certain responsibilities down the road, being aware of each aspect of your business can make you a stronger, more successful leader. • Review the plan over time. Know that time brings change. The business climate and other variables that influenced your

original plan will likely shift over the course of your ownership. That’s why it’s important to revisit your plan at least annually to ensure your original roadmap is still on the right track strategically. • Share your plan with others. Inviting input from an adviser or experienced friend or colleague is a great way to spur new ideas and identify potential problem areas. Be sure you’re prepared to accept constructive criticism to help

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• Stick to it. After all the sweat equity you invest in creating your business plan, the worst thing you can do is allow it to collect dust on a shelf. Use the plan to guide you in launching and growing your business. When business is booming and you’re too busy to think strategically, you’ll be grateful to have a well-conceived plan to rely upon.

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