Nov
29

CareerFab: Tech Guru Sheena Allen

Say hello to Ms. Sheena Allen! Have an awesome app idea?  Want to enter the field of technology but not sure how?   Then read on! Ms. Allen does it all:) Also don’t forget to get your copy of her book, “The Starting Guide: Your First App + Business 101 Tips” on Amazon!
 
1) Why did you choose your profession? 
I had a random idea for an app during my senior year of college. Growing up, my grandmother always told me that when you truly find what you’re destined to do, you’ll know it. I was in school for film, psychology and marketing, but ended up in tech. I fell in love with creating and using technology to be innovative. 
2) What is the favorite part of your job?
Creating. The process watching an idea I have come to fruition.

3) What is the most difficult part of your job?
The most difficult is not the actual work but missing out on things. Being an entrepreneur is a 24/7 job. There’s no such thing as clocking in and out. I travel a lot and I have a lot of late nights and early mornings and I have missed my share of family and friend special occasions. 

4) Who is your mentor (if any)?
I have a lot. A few are Anthony Frasier, Paul C Brunson, and LaTanya Junior. 

5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field?
Don’t be afraid to break rules and create your own lane. You never stand out being like everyone else. 

6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead?
A film writer and director or an I/O psychologist 

7) Favorite designer?
Brand: Balmain 

8) Favorite makeup brand?
Fenty Beauty

9) Favorite hair care?
Mielle Organics

10) Favorite skin brand?
Palmers

11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be?
It would have to be my headphones, Carmex, lipstick, debit card and some gum.
 
12) Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are selling or creating or philanthropic organizations you are apart of?
I get emails all the time of people have an idea for an app, but not sure of how the process works or where they should start. Because I don’t have time to answer everyone back, I took time to write a book, The Starting Guide that can be found on Amazon. The book gives you all the knowledge you need if you are wanting to create a mobile app, even if you have no technical background or clue where to start. We are also testing our beta app for CapWay, so be sure to download it or share it with those that are financially underserved or uncertain about the their financial future. 


Education (Schools Attended)

University of Southern Mississippi
BA: Film / BS: Psychology

Instagram and Twitter Social Media Handle
IG: @whoisSheena
Twitter: @whoisSheena

Official Website (if any)
Nov
15

CareerFab: Team USA’s Dr. Kamali

What do you get when you combine a Olympic Athlete and Stethoscope?  You get Dr. Kamali! Kamali Thompson is currently a MD/MBA Candidate at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and is on the road to the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo as a Team USA Sabre Fencing champion!  Kamali is also studying to become a orthopedic sports medicine surgeon.  Read below on tips on surviving the medical professional and the athletic world.

1) Why did you choose your profession?

I have wanted to become a doctor since I was a child going to the pediatrician. There was a certain satisfaction I received after visiting my doctor and knowing I was healthy and going to be okay. After completing my surgery rotation in medical school, I decided to become an orthopedic surgeon. I discovered I loved being in the operating room and would still be able to spend time with my patients during office hours.

2) What is the favorite part of your job?

This year I am doing research in the sports medicine division of orthopedic surgery. As a medical student, this is one of the most exciting years because I have finally found a specialty I am passionate about and I am spending 100% of my time learning about orthopedic surgery.

3) What is the most difficult part of your job?

As a medical student, the biggest challenge is maintaining a work life balance. It’s important that I learn everything possible both inside and outside the hospital, but it’s also important I have enough quality time with friends, family, and myself. Many students and doctors allow their work to fully consume their lives, but after my first two years of medical school I learned I needed emotional support to prevent burn out.

4) Who is your mentor (if any)?

I’m very lucky because I have several mentors. They all have been trailblazers in their careers, especially as African-American women.

5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field?

The medical career path is an extremely long road. I would strongly suggest make sure you have a hobby to ensure you don’t lose yourself in all of your studying. I am also a competitor for the USA fencing team and am I constantly traveling all of over the world. This actually helps me with my studying because my schedule forces me to be more efficient and I stay in shape.

6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead?

I would have just focused on my fencing career and been a full-time athlete.

7) Favorite designer?
 Zara, Laquan Smith

8) Favorite makeup brand?
 Fenty

9) Favorite hair care?
 The Mane Choice

10) Favorite skin brand?
 Nivea

11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be?

Blistex, Colour Pop Matte Lipstick, NYC Metrocard, phone charger, Nivea hand lotion

12) Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are selling or creating or philanthropic organizations you are apart of?

I would love for readers to check out my education, fitness, and travel blog, Saber & A Stethoscope and follow my journey as a dual degree student on the road to the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.

Education: Rutgers Robert Wood Medical School – MD Candidate, Rutgers Business School, MBA

Awards: Graduated Temple University, B.S. with honors

Fencing Accomplishments

➢ Division I Women’s Saber National Champion (2016)

➢ World University Games Team Member (2013)

➢ PNC Student Athlete of the Year (2011, 2012)

➢ Second Team All-American (2012)

➢ 4-Time NCAA qualifier (2008 – 2012)

Blog: Saber & A Stethoscope  www.kamalithompson.com

IG: @dr.mali.mallz

Twitter: @Kamali_Thompson

Nov
01

CareerFab: PR and Travel Guru Leslie Green

Say Hello to Ms. Leslie Green! Love to travel the world and get paid to do it?  Want to enter the Public Relations industry?  Then read on! Ms. Green does it all:)  Also don’t forget to get your copy of her book “Teach Me PR 101”!
1) Why did you choose your profession?
As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, I have multiple professions! I chose public relations and the communications industry because I enjoy writing and connecting and building relationships with people. I chose the travel industry because I absolutely love to travel and when someone told me I could get paid to do that and create unforgettable memories for others I jumped at the opportunity.
 
2) What is the favorite part of your job?
I enjoy seeing people winning. I love being able to do that on both sides of my business. When I see someone shine because of some connection I made or because of some promotion that makes the greatness of someone else visible, that makes me feel great. I also love to see the joy beaming from someone when they return from a vacation experience that I created for them or I helped them earn money from themselves. Priceless!
3) What is the most difficult part of your job?
The difficult part of my job happens to also be what I love about my job: dealing with people. People aren’t always the easiest to work with, especially when they have unreasonable expectations about what you can do for them.
 
4) Who is your mentor (if any)?
I have many mentors for different areas of my life: spiritual, business, my professions, life in general. They are all unique and bring something very special to my life. My ultimate life mentor is my mom though. She is incredible and she has inspired me in so many ways.
 
5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field?
 Become great at networking! Building genuine relationships with people is vital. You never know how far important connections can get you until you make them.
 
6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead?
I used to want to be a child psychologist. I majored in psychology my first year in college and quickly learned that field nor anything science related was not for me. I think I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to be doing at this time in my life. I have a feeling that’s going to evolve over time though. At heart, I have and always will be an entrepreneur so who knows what I will create in the future.
7) Favorite designer?
I’m not really into labels or designers – I wear what I think suits me at that particular time in my life. I do have a number of Diane Von Furstenberg pieces in my closet that I absolutely adore.
8) Favorite makeup brand?
I’m not really a big makeup person either but the majority of items in my makeup bag are MAC. I’m looking to branch out and find some other options so maybe I’ll fine some recommendations here!
9) Favorite hair care?
As a naturalista, I’ve experimented with so many brands I’m not even loyal to one brand of products. I do enjoy the Aunt Jackie’s Curl Lala defining custard for my twistouts though. It makes my curls soft, light and fluffy and it smells delicious. I’m always getting compliments on how good my hair smells.
10) Favorite skin brand?
I’ve always loved Dove products in general and my favorite brand for facial products is Neutrogena.
11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be?
Phone, wallet, lipgloss/lipstick, hand sanitizer and I guess my keys because I have to have those!
12) Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are selling or creating or philanthropic organizations you are apart of?
If you are an entrepreneur and you’d like to learn the basics of how to do your own PR, visit www.masterprbasics.com and sign up for my course Teach Me PR 101 and/or purchase the supplemental book. It will change your business and your life! Also, if the concept of getting paid on your own travel makes sense to you visit me at www.goldenlifeventures.com and click on the option for lifestyle architecture.
Education (Schools Attended)
University of Virginia (BA)
Howard University (MA)
Instagram and Twitter Social Media Handle
@iamgoldenlife (Twitter and Instagram)
@goldenlifeventures (Facebook and Instagram)
Official Website (if any)
Oct
15

CareerFab: The Glenn Twins!

Say Hello to the Glenn Twins Debra and Joyce! Models, Authors, Actresses and Accountants! Is there anything this super duo can’t do?:)  Check out their interview below and don’t forget to get your copy of their book “Keeping Your Crown: The Black Woman’s Guide to Reclaiming Greatness.”

1) Why did you choose your profession? We didn’t actually choose our profession.  We were constantly being approached with opportunities to model and act as children; however we were extremely introverted and uninterested.  Years later we finally acquiesced.  So, we feel like our involvement in entertainment was chosen for us.

2) What is the favorite part of your job? We love the opportunity to be creative and be ourselves.  We like the relaxed atmosphere in the entertainment industry.  There isn’t as much pressure to be conservative or perfect.  We also love being able to work together.

3) What is the most difficult part of your job? We dislike the politics that often take place behind the scenes in this industry.  Very talented, hard-working people are often overlooked for people who have personal relationships or side deals with the decision makers.

4) Who is your mentor (if any)? We have a few.  We admire hard-working, self-made female entrepreneurs like Oprah Winfrey, Bethenny Frankel and Eva Longoria!

5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field? Don’t! Lol!  Unless you have a deep rooted passion for entertainment or entrepreneurship and you truly believe this is part of your life’s purpose, pursue something more practical.  The ups and downs of this business are often so tumultuous. You must have a true desire to serve and a willingness to be broke and endure rejection to overcome the hard times.  If you truly feel that this is your calling, then get the training, get amazing representation and keep positive and productive people around you.

6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead? Joyce- I would have become a CPA and started a firm for financial consulting.  Debra- I would have gotten my PhD and become a college or graduate school professor.

7) Favorite designer? Balmain

8) Favorite makeup brand? Our own! Mirror Image Cosmetics coming soon…

9) Favorite hair care? Garnier Fructis

10) Favorite skin brand? Natural Vitamin E

11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be? Carmex, lipstick, a makeup compact, hand lotion, and a Chinese silk hand fan

12) Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are selling or creating? We would love for readers to head to Amazon.com and order our first published book “Keeping Your Crown: The Black Woman’s Guide to Reclaiming Greatness.”

Education (Schools Attended): Savannah State University, BBA Accounting

Certifications or Licenses?: Certified Tax Preparers

Memberships?: Beta Gamma Sigma (The International Business Honor Society)

Awards?: Honor graduates: Joyce (Suma Cum Laude) Debra (Magna Cum Laude)

Instagram and Twitter Social Media Handle:

IG: @theglenntwins @glenntwin_joyce @glenntwin_debra

Twitter: @GlennTwins

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Glenntwins/

Official Website: www.glenntwins.com

You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/user/glenntwins

 

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