Managing Conflict

It has certainly been weeks since I've posted to my blog. I think it is timely to do it now while I'm preparing my  Speech #5 from the Toastmasters Competent Communications Manual. Here goes... 

International meeting begins Wednesday LAC Flavors

Tuesday, October 7, 2014 - 5:16 pm 

Mérida, Yucatán, 7 October 2014.- 

From Wednesday until October 10, the capital of Yucatan will host the international event LAC Flavors, which will bring together more than 400 local companies as well as Mexico, Latin America and North America, Asia and Europe in addition to the food industry, with the expectation of holding two thousand business meetings. 

This afternoon, at a press conference held at the premises of the Ministry of Economic Development (Sefoe), details of the sixth edition of this world-class event, promoted by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) were exposed, and federal governments state, plus ProMéxico. 

10 Companies Get Assistance to Grow Export Sales

Ten local companies and entities are to benefit from interventions through the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) Export Max II programme to grow export sales and penetrate new markets.

The three-year project is designed to improve the productivity and competitiveness of companies, which are already exporting or are export-ready, through capacity building and market penetration support.

I Rise

Maya Angelou

You may write me down in history

With your bitter, twisted lies,

You may tread me in the very dirt

But still, like dust, I'll rise.

Evicting Fear

One of the greatest, if not the greatest hindrance to a person stepping out of his or her comfort zone and entering the unknown is FEAR. But fear is just an acronym for False Expectations Appearing Real. Though it is human nature to fear what you do not know, you should make a conscious decision to fear nothing. The only thing you should fear is fear itself, so I encourage you, run from it!

Heneka Watkis-Porter to Launch First Book

KINGSTON, Jamaica, May, 2014

15 HINTS TO ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS
Lessons From A Caribbean Business Woman
by Heneka Watkis-Porter (Foreword by Sir Patrick Allen, Governor General of Jamaica)

Known for her passion, charm, and entrepreneurial spirit, Heneka Watkis-Porter has redefined the way in which others perceive her. One who is unwilling to be boxed in and defined by others, she is a go-getter without limits.  A successful entrepreneur herself, she is now determined to help others identify their real purpose in life through entrepreneurship. Her reputation has seen her company landing a Bold One of Manufacturing Award by National Bakery as well as a nomination in the Best New Food Item in the Jamaica Observer Food Awards.

Jamaican ‘Patwa Apparel’ Speaks Out!

 

The following interview is gleaned from the Sweet Jamaica blog:

http://www.sweetjamaica.co.uk/

Heneka is a bona-fide Jamaican success story, starting her business empire in 2007 with a clothing line where she cleverly fused her love for Jamaican Patois with fashion.  Aware of the constraints and hurdles faced in tough economic times, Heneka strived forward where many would have drawn back and has since diversified to credit literature, broadcasting and manufacturing to her portfolio. I admire Heneka’s strong business and personal ethics, as although Heneka is modest, her integrity and awareness of self and others is clear in the brilliant and inspirational way she explains her company philosophy.

Introducing From Monsterrat...Nerissa Golden

Nerissa Golden is an award-winning writer, dynamic speaker, and visionary. She was named one of TechLink’s 2013 Caribbean Innovators for her work at a community level in technology advocacy, education, public awareness and innovative solution implementation.

Life Transformation through Inspiration

The year 1978 was special not only because it was the year when the first test tube baby was born in London after several attempts by this method, nor was it because over in Guyana, the religious cult leader, Jim Jones convinced his over 900 followers to kill themselves by drinking Cyanide. 

Local Entrepreneur Launches Brand of Condiments

A hot new brand of delicious Jamaican sauces and jams intended for the local and export markets, was launched at the offices of Jamaica Promotions (JAMPRO) in Kingston on Thursday, October 31.

Heneka Watkis-Porter, who also owns the Patwa Apparel Company, is producing a line of condiments under the ‘10 Fyah Side’ brand.

Hot Like '10 Fyah Side'

Known as the brainchild behind the flourishing Patwa Apparel clothing line, Heneka Watkis-Porter is once more spreading her entrepreneurial wings. This time, she will be igniting palates with her new 10 Fyah Side line.

Two Little Birds: Room Number 655

“Two little birds sat by my door step singing sweet songs of melodies pure and true, singing this is my message to you”. As I laid in bed that cool Wednesday morn, I could only think of the legendary Bob Marley’s ‘One Love’.

Patwa Does It Again!

“The secret to success is constancy of purpose”. There is no doubt as to the fact that Jamaica and its people are ‘likkle but tallawah’. The tiny island with its charm and pizzazz is constant and purposeful in its determination to make its mark on the world stage.

DOMINCANA MODA

Patwa Apparel is among seven Caribbean designers to showcase on the upcoming Dominicana Moda (DM2013) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on October 21-26, 2013. This is made possible by Caribbean Export Development Agency (CEDA), the regional export development and trade and investment promotion organisation of the Forum of Caribbean States (CARIFORUM).

"The Only Risk is Wanting to Stay"

The only risk is wanting to stay”, are words that echoed loudly in my ear and resonated therein for a long while. As I read from a promotional brochure, thought of them as mere empty words intended to attract visitors to a country.

I Believe...

I started business over six years ago. On numerous occasions I’m asked, "What advice would you give to someone wanting to start their own business?"  My response always begins with a response that would seemingly have nothing to do with business.  “Get over your fear and 90% of the battle has been won”. For many of us FEAR – False Expectations Appearing Real – is what keeps us from experiencing our full potential.

Patwa Apparel Devon House Officially Opens

After the overwhelming success of Tuesday, 14th May launch event, we at Patwa Apparel would like to extend a sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU for your support.

Announcing....3 Illustrations of the Power of 'Brand Jamaica'

There is no doubt the power of 'brand Jamaica' is immeasurably well recognized worldwide.  It’s sometimes mind boggling how an island with a very small percentage of the world’s population could make such a denting impact on the world’s stage.  My research tells me that with a population size of 2.7 million, out of the world’s 7 billion, we are a mere .0004% of this number. One may say a needle in the haystack or worse yet a grain of sand on the shore if you will.  

Aint No Stopping Branson Entrepreneur Lacey Ann Bartley

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrSTDpSnec4

Getting from Relaxed to Natural Hair

http://jamaica-glean

Black is beautiful - Asherlee Naturals boss  poses in her natural  look

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