by Neil on November 4, 2010
Success and achievement have been an important part of William Singleton’s journey. William’s parents taught him that dreams were worth pursuing, but it took that one moment in the halls of corporate America to teach him a new lesson: Change happens one person at a time, and one person can be the catalyst for a dramatic paradigm shift.
by Neil on October 26, 2010
We know the challenges facing the black community and we are unwilling to sit on the sidelines doing nothing. I’m frequently asked what motivated me to launch Visible Men and what continues to motivate my passion for this organization. I often respond by citing four sobering statistics: Only 47 percent of black males graduate from [...]
by Neil on October 14, 2010
Jamal Dickerson has learned the value of following sage advice, whether it comes from a high school English teacher, a college professor, or his 85-year-old grandmother. “You’ve got to really listen to what other people say to you,” he says. “Even though we get hardheaded and don’t want to listen, we should always continue to [...]
by Neil on October 14, 2010
Jamal Dickerson has learned the value of following sage advice, whether it comes from a high school English teacher, a college professor, or his 85-year-old grandmother. Heeding wisdom from others has allowed Jamal to travel the path to success.
by Neil on September 17, 2010
Need an example of how the involvement of a mentor can truly change one boy’s life? Look no further than Romone Penny. “Without my mentors there is no telling if I would have been on the streets and doing things that I have no business doing, following my brother’s footsteps,” says Romone, a member of [...]
by Neil on September 9, 2010
One of the highlights of my summer came on a hot July night when a close friend of mine and I brought our sons to the movie Karate Kid 2. In my opinion, this is a fantastic film for boys and girls and adults from all backgrounds. The lessons are universal and powerful and will open the door for you to discuss a wide range of topics with your child after seeing the film.