The June 2005 Issue of the Gots To Have It, Newsletter contains:

What a whirlwind of a month this has been! I just want to thank everyone for the support of my first book, "Jack of All Trades, Master of None?" The launch party was on June 9th and we had a fabulous turn out. I’d like to give a special thanks to my AMAZING team, our sponsor North Fork Bank, Mike Scott Jones of www.msjimages.com, and Michelle Wild of Wild Photography.

For those of you who missed it or who live out of state, take a peek here: http://www.gotstohaveit.com/jacklaunch_gallery.html In this exciting issue of the GTHI newsletter, we are profiling Andrew Morrison of Small Business Camp, offering tips to get you focused and make the transition from leaving your 9-5, as well as sharing a list of empowering events!

Andrew Morrison of Small Business Camp

He’s an amazing business coach, mentor, and friend of GTHI. I bring to you Mr. Andrew Morrison! He’s hard hitting and will sock it to you to keep you on your toes. Andrew is also, just one of the many powerful folks on my advisory team that's helping Gots To Have It expand and accomplish our many goals. 1. Tell me a little about yourself? I'm 39 and have been married for the past 12 years to Dr. Lynne Holden. We have a "dramatic" seven-year-old daughter named Morgan. I serve as a Deacon at The Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem, New York, and I'm the President of Small Business Camp – an entrepreneurial training company.

2. How did you discover your passion?
I've always been good at helping people solve their problems. My nickname in
High School was "Dear Abby." I was given that name after a famous advice
columnist. In College, they called me "The Pill" because I always offered good
advice, but at times it could be hard to swallow.

3. What do you find most rewarding about your career?
Seeing the "light bulb" turn on in my clients’ minds as they release limiting beliefs and live a more fulfilling life. I enjoy helping people navigate through the turbulent waters of depression and low
self-esteem to become more action oriented and guided by inner wisdom.

4. What have been your major obstacles and how did you overcome them?
A stuttering problem coupled with negative peer pressure were major obstacles I had to overcome. Public speaking solved my stuttering problem. I joined Toastmasters and became the President of my Student Union in college. Meditation helped me to find a sense of self-esteem within and not be
distracted by outside circumstances.

5. What are the biggest fears your clients have and how do you help alleviate them?
Fear of non-conformity is the biggest issue my clients are struggling with. They seek to conform to the world's definition of success. I help people break through that and just be themselves. They finally let go of their attachments and just focus on doing their best. "Failures" are carefully examined to become "Feedback"; and "Frustrations" are turned into "Fascination."

6. What are three of your favorite things?
Mediation, Martial Arts and Gardening

7. What is your zodiac sign?
Libra

8. Do you play any musical instruments?
Saxophone

9. What CDs are in heavy rotation in your CD player?
Buju Banton, Morgan Heritage, Beres Hammond

How's your business doing? Are you ready to take a look at it? Read an article by Andrew, by going here: http://www.90dayplan.com/article/score.htm

Hit the Road Jack!
Tell "Jack" to get out of your way so that you can uncover YOUR passion...

By Simone Kelly-Brown

Are you a Jack of all Trades, Master of None? It’s okay, your secret’s safe with me…Working with entrepreneurs as my clients and meeting hundreds of them over the years has brought to my attention that not only are we a creative bunch, but sometimes we are just too overwhelmed! With a new idea sprouting up every month, we sometimes want to keep adding more to the pot. Unfortunately, that amazing stew you first started off with doesn’t taste as good with so many things dumped in it.

Juggling many things can be hazardous to your health and your sanity — especially when it’s just you doing the juggling by yourself! We need to slap the blinders on so that we can focus on our strengths and stop straying off course. Hey, I’m no angel and I’ve been a Jack myself, so I know. However, the first step to recovering is admitting you have a problem!

Could you be a "Jack" who is possibly in denial? Step into my office and let’s see if I can help you. Answer the following questions, yes or no.

1. Do you have a full-time job and one or more "side-hustles" that you haven’t quite gotten off the ground, because the paying job is taking up all of your time?

2. Do you have one job or one business and juggle several unrelated projects at once?

3. Do you have more ideas, plans and proposals than fully completed projects?

4. Do you have various streams of income, but not really passionate about them all, because you just got into them for the extra cash?

5. Does your business card takes a good five minutes to grasp, because you have five job titles and businesses on it?

6. Are your friends and family sick of hearing about your latest "fabulous idea" because you never follow through and bring them into fruition?

7. Do you have a full-time job that drains your energy, leaving you to drag yourself into the office everyday? However, you have a side business that you love doing and it puts a smile on your face each time you work on it?

Did you answer yes to any of these questions?

Okay, let’s have some fun! Get a pad and pen and make a list of all the projects/jobs/businesses you are working on right now.

Now imagine you had all the money and time in the world, you had no debt, you have plenty of free time. What on this list of duties would you still do…FOR FREE? That’s right…for FREE. You love it so much because it’s fun, you are passionate about it and comes naturally.

Ah…now we’re talking! Think about where you spend most of your time now and what your values are. Would it be with family, friends, in nature, traveling, etc...? How do you really want to live your life?

Try and narrow down the things on your list to your number one favorite and start to devise a plan of working towards doing that full time. Of course, in the real world you have bills, you have obligations, etc. But that shouldn’t be an excuse, and shouldn’t stop you from at least TRYING to figure out how you can make the transition. Don’t shoot your idea down before even trying…dust that little devil off your shoulder or better yet, tell him: Simone said, "SHUT UP!" LOL!

Now listen to your gut. What can you do starting today to make it work?

  How Do You Make the Transition?

(The following is an excerpt from Jack of All Trades, Master of None?)

Your need for start-up money is the reason why you shouldn't storm out of your dull 9 to 5 just yet. Yeah, you might hate your job, but think about it as the contributor to your "layaway plan for escape."

Realize you’re probably going to spend more money than you make that first year in business. Here are some pointers to help prevent you from living back at Mom's in your old room.

Get your business plan together. This goes hand in hand with Fear number one: Failure. The more you have dissected what you need to do, the more realistic things will be for you.

Get your Side-Hustle going! Start small with projects after work and on weekends. You can test the waters to see if your business is even worth expanding. A slow transition is key.

Know your monthly budget and save accordingly . Stash away a chunk of your paycheck from your job and side hustle for your "layaway plan for escape." You should have at least 6-12 months if money saved so that you can keep a roof over your head and food in your belly. Don't count your 401k, that's for retirement only! You don't want to pay that 30% penalty for withdrawing.

In the end it all comes down to being happy. Do you want to live your life with regrets? Honor yourself and your values, but most importantly, remember anything you want is attainable! If you want it, you GOTS TO HAVE IT!

Dig a little deeper and understand what drives you by adding Jack of All Trades, Master of None? to your personal library. Also SIGN UP for the special one-on-one 8 week course based on the book. Get affordable personalized coaching from Simone Kelly-Brown to help you streamline your business and get focused! Go here for more: www.gotstohaveit.com/8weekcourse.html BECOME A GTHI AFFILIATE AND EARN CASH! Get paid by spreading the word about Simone Kelly-Brown's New Book, Jack of All Trades, Master of None? Become an Affiliate: http://www.gotstohaveit.com/affiliate.html

Why is My Networking Not Working? How to Effectively Build New Relationships into Customers, brought to you by INDUSTRY COSIGN       Written by Dannielle Brantley founder of www.mochaworksdesign.com and Promotions Manager for GTHI Have you seen it a thousand times? Have you done it a thousand times? Here's the way it plays out. You're attending a great networking event full of professionals from various industries and potential clients. You get word from a few associates that they will be there too and want to introduce you to some key people that may be helpful to your business.

You have your business cards ready, your one-minute oral introduction down-pat and you're dressed with confidence. The event is as great as you thought and you exchange information with at least eight individuals and businesses that are interested in your business or know others that may be. You go home feeling great because you figure at least eight people will become new customers or contacts.

So, how come it's three weeks later and you've only had a personal or phone meeting with half of those contacts and only secured one signed deal? It may seem obvious that the most important aspect of networking is following up, but it is often the most ignored part of networking. When you don't follow up, your best efforts at networking will not work!

Networking defined is to interact or engage in informal communication with others for mutual assistance or support. New relationships of all kinds take time to develop and as an entrepreneur, you want to start that business relationship off in a positive way. Writer Steve Pavlina is the CEO and founder of Dexterity Software. He explains the benefits of networking very clearly, "The more people you know who can help you, the more opportunities will come to you. As I am building my company, my first choice for hiring new people would be to put the word out through my existing network. Networking saves time because it is an easy way to find whatever it is you want, such as a new job, a new home, a solution to a problem, or a new business deal. Networking is a lot like investing. You put a little into it, but the payoff accumulates year after year, eventually growing far beyond your initial deposit." Networking is very important and should be developed like any other business skill. If you remember these important points and practice implementing them every time you network with someone, you will be on your way towards effective relationship building and at the very least, establishing positive perceptions and the credibility of you and your company.

Get Your Networking Working!
- Come to each event with a goal
- Let everyone you meet know that goal
- Find out what the other person needs
- If there's a match, set up a phone or personal meeting within one week
- Follow up on your appointment and meet when you say you will
- Come prepared to your meeting with additional information on your
company and a game plan for how you can work with your new contact
- If you negotiate and agree on a game plan, stick to it
- Keep in contact

RSVP for these events TODAY!

Give ‘N Take Network for WOMEN

Westchester: Tuesday, July 12th

New Jersey: Thursday, July 14th

Miami: Wednesday, July 20th

Go here for DETAILS and to RSVP online: www.giventakenetwork.org/events.html

Real Men Cook! Come on Out for a day full of good food and fun!

Real Men Cook is the perfect family outing featuring dads and other "real men" and high profile “celebrity tasters” along with many other surprises to entertain all that attend. You'll sample dishes, enjoy the music and the men. Dishes of all varieties are served during this family celebration and food tasting event. Once your enter all you want to eat or drink is FREE. Contact us today to sign up in YOUR city!Advanced ticket purchases are highly recommended. www.realmencook.com

The New York Enterprise Report Presents:

Successful Selling Strategies
for Small Businesses:
How to Dramatically
Increase Sales Now!

Remember, one key contact or piece of information could be the key to your future success.

When: Thursday, July 14, 2005 from
4:30 – 9:00PM
Where: Microsoft Customer Briefing
Center

1290 Avenue of the
Americas (between 51st and
52nd Streets-6th Floor)

To register go to www.smallbusinessseminars.com or call 516-616-3914

Space is Limited so Register Now!

Make sure you tell them GOTS TO HAVE IT SENT YOU!

GTHI Joins Forces with New Strategic Alliances: North Fork Bank and Gene Madden, Financial Advisor sponsored the Jack of All Trades, Master of None? launch party on June 9th! Wachovia Bank sponsored our June 1st (CO-ED) Give ‘N Take Network -Wine and Cheese party at their 45th and Madison Ave. location in New York City. We are also excited about new media sponsors Crème Magazine, Black Star News, and Harlem World Magazine who help get the word out about how we empower entrepreneurs online and off! Check out our photos from our May Co-ed Give 'N Take with Iona College, covered by Creme Magazine: http://www.creme-magazine.com/cremedelacreme.html Gots To Have It Award Winners! Gots To Have It awards team members for their creativity, perseverance, hospitality at events, ability to be a self-starter and team player. Prizes range from gift certificates to spa packages! In April, GTHI awarded Lorraine Stewart, Sales Manager the GTHI award for her hard work, dedication, and innovative ideas she brings to the GTHI Team! Go ‘head Lorraine! Keep up the amazing work! Our May winner of The GTHI Award was our former Sponsorship Manager, Anita Shipp. Thank you for your great ideas and contributions, Anita! We wish you continued success.     WANTED! Give 'N Take Network is looking for Westchester and Miami Florida Volunteers to help our event manager with greeting and assisting guest. It's a great way to build up connections and tons of fun. If you are interested in helping others or want more information, please go here to fill out application: www.giventakenetwork.org/volunteer.html You are on your way! A celebration is in order for the GTHI Team members who are graduated college or grad school at the end of May. You did it, ladies! Congratulations!!!

ABOUT US:

Simone Kelly-Brown is the President and CEO of Gots To Have It Marketing, Inc.. For over 10 years, she has been working with small business owners who are just starting out and want to get their businesses off the ground with innovative marketing.

GTHI is a firm that specializes in marketing and empowering entrepreneurs with a series of workshops and networking events.

For further information view:www.gotstohaveit.com

For Women's Networking view: www.giventakenetwork.org

Until Next Month!

Own your power and have continued success,
Simone Kelly-Brown
CEO/PRESIDENT, Gots To Have It Marketing, Inc.www.gotstohaveit.com
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