Month: November 2020

Thoughts of a Recovering Perfectionist

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Unfortunately, when trying new things or embarking on a new journey such as entrepreneurship, you experience a great deal of loss! You have to take the L’s and stumble before you get better, practice makes perfect. 

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Even though I am fully aware, Rome wasn’t built in a day, that still doesn’t change the fact that I am hard on myself when I make mistakes. “You should’ve known better” echoes in my head, as I relentlessly strive for perfection. 

I am here to tell you, don’t be like me! Learn from my mistakes, and save yourself from those early gray hairs!The journey of entrepreneurship is just that, a journey. A new path and adventure full of unknown. However, I see all these great moguls before me and can’t help but feel like I need to be where they are despite the fact that I am fresh out! Oftentimes I get discouraged and the negative thoughts creep in, thinking I’ll never measure up or be successful. (Very wrong)

One thing that I have to constantly remind myself is, comparison is the thief of joy, this is a marathon and not a race, and I will be where I need to be when I need to be. Right now I need to enjoy the ride, the growing pains, and all the bumps and bruises along the way; what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. 

Your mindset and the thoughts and words you feed yourself have so much power. It is imperative to speak life into your craft and vision and watch them grow. Learning to water your own roses and not seek external validation. Understanding that any harvest goes through ALL seasons, and each season is very vital to the longevity of the crops. Seasons of drought, pruning, growth, and reaping, all necessary. 

The Law of Attraction is simple, the more you seek for abundance and think abundantly you will attract such. Manifest and believe in yourself and everything else will fall in line. When things seem as though they are falling apart, God surprises you and shows you it was all a part of the plan and things are indeed coming together. Don’t be discouraged by what’s not happening, but focus on what you can control and do the best at that. What separates the winners is the drive and dedication. The relentless desire to not give up and keep going no matter what obstacles stand in the way.

When you want and strive for more, and do the work, God will meet you halfway and exceed your expectations. 

From one recovering perfectionist to another, dont beat yourself up. You are your own worst critic! When life knocks you down and you feel like you can’t keep going, it’s okay to slow down and rest. Take care of yourself, but don’t stay down. Cry today and get back to work tomorrow. Your future is waiting for you. Your impact and legacy is needed for others tomorrow. Continue tending to your garden and slowly but surely it will bloom.

Rosie Basquin. Author | Blogger | Content Writer | allrosiewrites.com

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Achieving Health and Wholeness with Author Stephanie Johnson-Rice

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Stephanie Johnson-Rice is a multi-talented, multifaceted woman, impacting and influencing those around her. She thrives to edify, educate, and empower each person she encounters. Every individual has a destiny and a purpose. She instructs them to go forth and display the greatness embedded in them. She is an emcee/host, author, comedian, poet, minister, playwright, publicist, and motivational speaker. 

PWH: When did you realize you had a passion for helping women?

SR: I began helping women after I dropped out of college and gave my life to Christ. Before then, I was out for myself; I was selfish and rude!! I began meeting women who were telling me issues and counseled them the best way I knew how.

PWH: What has been your greatest accomplishment thus far?

SR: My greatest accomplishment ironically was my own self healing after going to  jail for assaulting my mother. I was carrying over forty years of trauma and anger and refused to get help. But that all changed following that jail visit.

PWH: What struggles have you found that women are facing that stops them from achieving their goals?

SR: Women are not going forth due to fear of failure. Most do not realize their beauty and worth.

PWH: Can you tell us about your books?

SR: I have one devotional that is self published that speaks on prosperity; prosperity is more than just wealth,It is health and wholeness. The next book is Therapy, which is a journal that reveals the hurt and the healing in my life.

PWH: What message do you hope people gain from reading your work?

SR: I hope that people realize that you can excel in spite of ANYTHING!!! A lot of what’s written in the book are things no one knew I was going through. You can conquer ALL!

Connect with Stephanie Via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.d.johnsonrice

Black Excellence at the 2020 Soul Train Awards

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The 2020 Soul Train Awards were full of Black Excellence. The pre-show warmed up the stage with some newcomers on the R & B/Soul scene, such as Skip Marley, Taina Major9, and more. The returning Black Girl Magic duo of Tisha Campbell and Tichina Arnold were eclectic hosts who set the foundation for an eventful show. The duo began the evening with a girl power medley to open the show. The pair showed their flair and talent range that started to the tune of “Unity” by Queen Latifah. The melanin magic was at an all-time high.

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The Soul Train Awards featured amazing performances from:

  • Brandy
  • Jazmine Sullivan
  • Cee Lo Green
  • Charlie Wilson featuring Smokey Robinson
  • Moses
  • Ella Mai
  • Lucky Daye featuring Babyface
  • Snoh Aalegra; and
  • Ella Nicole

(Certified Award Winner: Brandy)

(Performance by Ella Mai)

(Music Duet by Lucky Daye and Babyface)

(Performance by Jazmine Sullivan)

A soulful cypher was presented by the ear buzzing talents of:

  • Shanice
  • PJ Morton
  • Chante’ Moore
  • Stokely

The cypher was to the tune of Erykah Badu’s “Love of my Life”.  It portrayed the soulful range of the musical artists who are continuing to grace our ears.

(Soul Cypher (left to right):  Chante’ Moore, PJ Morton, Stokely and Shanice)

Some heavy hitters took home the gold by winning in their music categories:

  • Best New Artist – Snoh Aalegra
  • Soul Train Certified Award –Brandy
  • Best R&B/Soul Male Artist – Chris Brown
  • Best R&B/Soul Female Artist – H.E.R.
  • Video of the Year – Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, Saint Jhn & Wizkid “Brown Skin Girl”
  • Best Gospel/Inspirational Award – Kirk Franklin
  • Album of the Year – Summer Walker “Over It”
  • Rhythm & Bars Award – Megan thee Stallion “Savage”
  • Song of the Year – Chris Brown & Young Thug “Go Crazy”
  • The Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award – “I Can’t Breathe,” Written by H.E.R.
  • Best Dance Performance – Chris Brown & Young Thug “Go Crazy”
  • Best Collaboration Performance – Chris Brown & Young Thug “Go Crazy”

The night ended with Monica taking home the iconic, Lady of Soul award and her soul-stirring performance of some of her mainstream hits.

(Lady of Soul Honoree, Monica)

The evening hosted DJ Cassidy as the MC and after party host of “Pass the Mic”.  Following the awards show, DJ Cassidy kept the party going with the 80’s “Pass the Mic” to reminisce on some old-school musical favorites.

(MC and “Pass the Mic” Host:  DJ Cassidy)

Overall the 2020 Soul Train Awards celebrated some great talents of music favorites from the past, present and future.  This night of Black Excellence was an honor to witness.  Congratulations to the nominees and honorees as their talent continues to shine bright to showcase that Black Lives Matter.

Writer, C. Scott, is a mother of one; author, social worker, early literacy interventionist and entrepreneur.  Follow her on social media as @curls_coils and @mysweettealife.

Collaborations that Enhance Your Brand – Pretty Pieces partners with R&B Songstress Chrisette Michele

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Pretty Pieces Boutique owner Nicole Banks is truly a woman who hustles. She shares with me via Q&A on how she managed to keep the inventory for her booming clothing boutique in stock as well as tips on how to collaborate with influencers. She also shares how she was able to maintain her business during the 2020 Pandemic.

During the pandemic has it been tough getting inventory? 

 For a while it was certainly hard getting certain things. The good thing for me is that I’ve built relationships with my main manufacturers and as things became available that were similar in style with my purchases they would call to offer me “first dibs” so to speak, so I was able to keep the inventory fresh! 

When collaborating with a celebrity or brand what should a business look/ask for? It’s important to look for a collaborative partner that has an influence in alignment with your target demographic! It’s also important to find a vested interest, like brand goals and values and a similar aesthetic! These are things that not only make it easier for the customer to consume the content but easier from a business perspective as well. 

What made you collaborate with Chrisette Michele? 

I’ve always loved Chrisette and she actually found us from a certain hashtag that I use. After communicating with her via social and watching her delicately and carefully nurture her tribe I knew it was a go. Her personality is effervescent and she comes alive in front of the Camera! As I got to know her, I saw some similarities between us personality wise which made the collaboration even the more sweet.

You can visit Pretty Pieces Boutique online at www.shopprettypieces.com or if you are in the Jacksonville, FL area you can use their convenient curbside service. Follow the boutique on Social Media Instagram | Facebook

Breaking Free

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Breaking free from the norm, leaving the stability of a 9-5, a confirmed source of income, and stepping into the world of entrepreneurship is scary!  Chasing your dreams and not knowing where it will lead is frightening. However, as daunting as that may seem, go for it!  Take the leap and break free! 

It’s our own self doubting beliefs that can hinder us from moving forward and going after more. We feel like we lack, we’re inadequate, or we can’t compete. It can be unsettling trying something new and not knowing what to expect. The leap of faith is always pretrifying, and it takes guts to take that first step! However, the determination and willpower to succeed, along with a strong work ethic will lead you to where you want to be, believe in yourself! Happiness and fulfillment is right on the other side of fear. 

Nothing is wrong with the traditional 9-5, but not everyone was cut out for the ordinary routine life. For those who like to break through glass ceilings, color outside the lines, and want more out of life than the box society seems to place upon our lives, it takes the willpower to say screw it and just go for it! The only way to experience true growth is to overcome the changes and life experiences we face. Those experiences are used to mold us and construct us into the person we need to become to prepare us for our future. It’s never a bad thing, but only good. So take that ideology and apply it to your new start up. The unknown, the doubts, the uncertainty, we all face it. Even the greats didn’t get to be where they are without the self doubts, but they pushed passed all that and kept going. They believed in their purpose and their calling and they went for it.

Your steps and path in life have already been orchestrated, it’s up to you to go after all that life has to offer. You may not know your way through the storm, or don’t think you have the right tools, but one thing I have learned in life is that you wouldn’t have that idea or notion or strive for that thing if God didn’t place it in your heart. It is up to you on how you fuel the passions and gifts brewing inside of you. Go against the tide and do what’s scary and it will be the best decision of your life. The bumps and bruises you get along the journey will only make you greater and stronger. It will prepare you to withstand the tides and the tribulations when reaching new  heights of success. Believe in yourself the way our Father in Heaven believes in his children. You’ve got to be your biggest cheerleader and supporter. Even if it’s just a party of one, keep going, the rest will align itself. God will make a way. Don’t give up! You are closer than you think. 

You are better than your self-limitations, you are more powerful than you think, and you are more gifted than you give yourself credit for. Stop self sabotaging and letting the cons trip you up, calculating the bad before you even try for the good! Break free from the cycle and jump into your destiny, because you won’t regret it. If God can make sure the birds and animals of this planet are fed and taken care of, why wouldn’t he ensure you are too? It takes a hustler to be a hustler, so hustle and catch them coins. There’s much money to be made, and there is enough room for us all to feast. Pull up a chair and join the winner’s circle, don’t let fear hold you back! Break free! 

How to Hire a Virtual Assistant and Grow Your Business

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I often get asked, what is a Virtual Assistant?


A virtual assistant (VA) is a sole proprietor owner of a business who supports various
business operations from a remote location. Any type of business can use VAs to help
with inbox/calendar management, social media management, marketing, and basically
any task that doesn’t require them to report to an office.


Want to know more about what type of tasks you can outsource?
Check out the list HERE.


If you have owned your business for a while, you are probably starting to think about
how to grow your business. Virtual Assistants are an affordable way to scale your
business and give you time back to focus on things that you love about your business.
Here are 3 steps to guide you to hiring a VA and scaling your business!

  1. Review your budget
    A Virtual Assistant works remotely so you do not have to worry about the cost for office
    space. Virtual Assistants are business owners just like you, so they cover their own
    expenses. One hour of your time trying to figure what the content to post on your social
    media, could be one hour of your time spent on calls with your clients. VAs can charge
    between $25-$40 per hour for many services, more for specialized services, and
    packaged rates for a certain amount of work done.
  2. Determine where you need help
    A crucial step in delegating to a Virtual Assistant is to know when you need the most
    help. Allow yourself for at least 1 week to write down all the tasks and routines that you
    complete in your business. As soon as you sit down at your desk, write down each task
    you do throughout the day. From this exercise, you will be able to see where you spend
    most of your time.
    Next, label each task into the following categories:
  3. Things only you can do
  4. Things you hate to do
  5. Things you don’t have time to do
  6. Things you don’t know how to do
    After completing this exercise, decide where you want to focus your time and what tasks
    you can pass on to a VA.
  7. Know how to delegate
    Once you are able to find a Virtual Assistant, now you need to show them how you
    operate. If you have certain SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) or systems that
    you use, be sure to communicate this to your VA. Clear communication works best with
    any working relationship.
    Here are some ways to communicate:
  8. Weekly team meetings-meet at least once a week to discuss current project
    statuses and assign tasks in advance with due dates.
  9. Provide step by step instructions-share your list of tasks and how you complete
    them. This can be shared during your meetings with a screen share or you can
    record your screen to walk your VA through your thought process (I love using
    Loom to record my screen and share mini tutorials.)
  10. Send a message in any form-if writing a long email is too time consuming, you
    can also send a voice message. Voxer is a great tool to use to send a quick
    voice message.
    What tasks on your to do list can you outsource today?

Written by:
Jilandra W. Coffin, Ed.S.
Jilandra is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist turned mompreneur. She
empowers education entrepreneurs, health/wellness professionals, and coaches to
tackle their to do lists and gain back more time to work on what they love about their
business. She is the owner of JC Virtually LLC, providing online administrative support,
business management and project management services.
Connect with Jilandra online at www.jcvirtually.com
Social Media:
Instagram: @jcvirtually
Facebook: JC Virtually LLC
LinkedIn: JC Virtually LLC

Level Up Your Skincare For Winter

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Fight the Winter Beauty Blues

Winter will be here soon. The cold weather of winter, in addition to the ongoing stress caused by the world-wide pandemic, means our hair, skin and nails need special care. Dry air and stress make our hair, skin and nails more susceptible to damage. Whether you are working from home or at the office the temperature in the building and outside require a change in beauty needs. Check out these tips to help you look your best for Zoom meetings, in person work events and to just feel great!

Hair

Hair color lightens in the summer sun. An easy way to refresh your color is to use a glaze. A glaze will add shine and depth to your hair color. These products are great for every hair color. For winter a glaze will bring your summer color back to life! Hair glazes are available for home use as well as a salon service. They can be purchased in a salon, on the internet and local drug stores.

The trick to keep your hair healthy in the winter is to keep it moisturized. Dry air makes all hair types prone to breakage. Adding moisture to your hair will keep it healthy throughout the winter months. Use a humidifier in your home to keep the air moist. Also, using an oil leave in conditioner and a weekly deep conditioner will keep your hair in top shape. Get a trim every four to six weeks to prevent the formation of split ends. Limit the use of hot tools on your hair such as hair dryers and curling irons.

Skin

As with hair, the skin on your face and body needs to stay moisturized to survive the hard winter’s cold air. First use a gentle exfoliator to get rid of dead skin cells. This will prep the skin to better absorb your moisturizer. An exfoliator can be manual or a chemical product (a loofa for body and toner for face for example).

For the skin on your body you will want to use a moisture rich body wash or soap. True soaps are alkaline and will further dry out your skin. After your shower or bath use a heavier moisturizer than the one you used during the warm winter month. Use a cream moisturizer, not a lotion. Look for body creams that contain shea or coconut oils. Some body creams also contain mild exfoliants such as lactic acid or urea. Use your body moisturizer after your shower or bath on damp skin.

To keep your feet soft during the cold winter months the most important thing to do is keep them dry. Thick socks and boots may make your feet sweat. Keeping them dry will prevent a fungus or infection from growing on your toes and feet. When moisturizing you should use a thicker product than one you would use on your body. The skin on your feet is thicker than anywhere else on your body and needs the extra help from a thicker moisturizing product. Just like the skin on your body you will want to exfoliate the skin on your feet so that the skin will better absorb the cream.  Foot files, pumice stones and creams containing an exfoliant will all work.

The skin on your face should be treated different than the skin on the rest of your body. The skin on your face is thinner so you should use a gentle face wash and moisturizer. Using gentle products will keep your face from becoming irritated. Also, do not exfoliate with harsh scrubs and or highly concentrated chemical exfoliants. Stick with a lower concentration of the toner or peel you would like to use.

Nails

Nails are vulnerable in all seasons. Its important to pay attention to any changes that may occur on an ongoing basis. The key to nail health is taking care of your cuticles. Do not cut your cuticles. This will give an infection an entry way into your skin. Use a cuticle pusher to move the cuticle back towards the base of your nail and achieve the same look as cutting them.  Keep cuticles moisturized with cuticle oil at least twice a day. Use a hand cream that you can feel sink into your skin and cuticles after washing your hands. This will keep your cuticles from cracking, which in turn will keep your nails strong and healthy. You can use a topical product that strengthens nails and take biotin supplements, too.

Hydrate

The biggest thing to consider when taking care of your skin in any season is to hydrate. Make sure to hydrate inside your body as well as the outside. Drink plenty of water and eat water rich foods. This will keep inflammation in your body down, which will translate to better looking and feeling Hair, skin and nails.

Tawanna Sams Unplugged: From Runway to Entrepreneurship

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Tawanna Sams is a native of Queens, where she has lived a majority of her life. She graduated from the prestigious Townsend Harris High School with honors and then went on to obtain a degree in Computer Programming from Anthem Institute. Presently, Tawanna is a Product Owner for a major Healthcare Insurance Company focusing on Technology tools and initiatives. Tawanna sits on the board of BDPA, Black Data Processing Associates, an organization of professionals in or having an interest in the Computer Science and Information Technology fields.

Tawanna is the Founder and CEO of TREMAINE IT Solutions, a Software Consulting & Development Company.   When not working, she likes to spend her time reading, writing, and traveling. A former model, she traded in her runway shoes for a pen to pursue her true love of creating stories that readers will enjoy. Tawanna is also a published author and writes under the pen name Eva Tremaine. Eva has written six novels: Open: Love, Lust & Sexuations, The Unstable Trilogy, Seven Again: Coming Full Circle, and Betrayal Served Cold.

Tawanna has overcome her fair share of trials and tribulations, and her motto: Your beginning does not dictate your end.  As a child, Tawanna struggled with reading, speaking and had a host of developmental delays.  Today she is thriving and continues to reach for the stars.

PWH: Describe “Tawanna” in five words?

TS: Strong, driven, intelligent, giving, and beautiful

PWH: What inspired your start in entrepreneurship?

TS: I was laid off and realized I put my ability to survive and provide for my family in someone else’s hands.  I would never do that again.  I knew I must have more control over my life.  I got serious about developing multiple streams of income and never looked back.  Today my 9 to 5 supplements my income but does not define it.

PWH: How do you balance work life, entrepreneurship and being an author?

TS: I balance my busy life by staying balanced within.  There will always be things and people that demand your attention.  You cannot control everything around you, but you can control your response.  I put me first, always, knowing that if I lose me, all else does not matter.  And some strong organizational and prioritization skills do not hurt either!

PWH: Do you have any tips for the everyday working woman and entrepreneur?

TS: Work as hard for yourself as you do for others.  Once you clock out of that 9 to 5, the day does not end.  Then you go to work building your dreams!

PWH: What does self-care look like for you?

TS: Self-care starts within.   It all starts with putting God at your center with prayer and gratitude.  Add some meditation and affirmations to strengthen your core – I am beautiful.  I am strong.  I am powerful.  I can do it.  I will win today.  You go you beautiful brown girl! And once you are glowing from within, polish that off with some me time, doing whatever brings you joy.

PWH: You are a 6x Author, what sparked your passion for writing and creating stories?

TS: As a child, I could barely read and struggled to speak properly.  I was labeled special needs and told I would not go far.  I refused to accept that label and where others projected me to go.  I turned every doubt into a win and cut myself out of every box I was put in.  My book club, Sugar & Spice Book Club started me on my path to writing.  Today I write for all those little brown boys and girls, to show them your beginning does not dictate your end.  You can be and do whatever you set your mind to.

PWH: Which title speaks to your heart the most?

TS: Unstable is my baby, and you know how us mothers feel about our first born. But the title that speaks to my heart the most is Seven Again: Coming Full Circle.  The story is a testament that if you have just a mustard seed of faith and a few BFFs, you can make it through any situation.  This book is about true friends who ride for each other and hold it down. I love sistas uplifting other sistas.

PWH: What message do you hope women take away from your platform?

TS: As a black woman, I have entered rooms and sat at tables where I was the only one.  Do not be afraid to be the first, and do not be afraid to be alone.  Somewhere there is a little girl or boy watching you and glowing with admiration.  Be the example and walk into that room and own it like the beautiful, powerful Queen you are.

PWH: What is your definition of a pretty woman who hustle’s?

TS: A pretty woman who hustles does not have to own a company, be a boss or manage a team.  A pretty woman that hustles is a woman that gets up everyday and does whatever is required to provide for herself and her family.  She navigates trials and tribulations daily and is a boss in her own right.

Tawanna Sams – Wife, Mother, Grandmother, sister, entrepreneur, writer and a pretty sista that hustles, daily!

Managing Mental Wellness Alongside Your Natural Hair Journey with Poet, Brianna Laren

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Many women face mental health struggles on their own.  Moreover, African American women are often seen as the backbone to their family foundation which can lead to unforeseen challenges.  Various familiar coping strategies such as praying are seen as the only standard of care.  With the quarantine, many women have been driven to face their reality behind closed doors and for an unprecedented amount of time.  With that reality comes the road to self-discovery.  Poetic storyteller, Brianna Laren, has graced us with an artful collection that interweaves the road to self-discovery and various obstacles that many Black women have to overcome.  Brianna is spreading her Black Girl Magic one page at a time.

Perfect for handling the COVID blues, “Edge Control for the Soul”, is helping women discover their inner growth and grace as they slay through life.  Set in the terms of your favorite natural hair verbiage, her collection is motivating women to continue to push past their struggles to achieve their greatness.  This poetic quest steers women through challenges in relation to the natural hair journeys of shrinkage, breakage, protective styles and new growth; just to name a few.  

“I told this story through poetry because that is where I can be my most vulnerable. As black women, we have been conditioned to hide and mask our vulnerabilities so they can’t be used against us. We have to remain strong and impenetrable at all times but that gets really heavy after a while,” says Brianna. 

Black women are given the opportunity to get to know themselves, intimately love their inner beings and hone in on what makes their hair unique.  This journey is parallel to the need for self-discovery too.  Self-discovery is about appreciating one’s true self, character and potential in your natural artform. What better way to paint that picture than through poetry?  

“My hope is that you will drop the mask, embrace every part of yourself, step into the light and allow the world to see you. But most importantly I hope you grow and thrive,” explains Brianna.

Brianna is paving her own lane one artful creation at a time.  Join her journey of self-love as she takes you on a natural ride with her poetic page turners.  Grab your copy to follow your inner voyage towards being your own peace. Connect with Brianna Laren online at http://www.briannalaren.com/ for her book titles and available merchandise.  You may also follow her on social media as @briannalaren.  

Writer, C. Scott, is a mother of one; author, social worker, early literacy interventionist and entrepreneur. Follow her on Instagram as @curls_coils and @mysweettealife.

(Photo Credit:  Jodie Brim Photography)

2020 Black Music Honors to Celebrate Legendary Music Icons

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Airing on Bounce TV Saturday November 21 at 12PM EST/11AM CT The show will be a virtual broadcast. Due to the COVID-19 global health crisis, The Black Music Honors celebration  is being produced as a special that will celebrate excellence in music. 

The press conference for the 2020 Black Music Honors was held virtually this year with honoree Deborah Cox and Performer Tweet sharing what is was like performing virtually. Deborah stating that she loves to connect with her audience when she performs.

The legendary songstresses also shared some amazing gems about the industry and how they have maintained their longevity and created new connections during the pandemic.

This years host is Rickey Smiley who is sure to bring the laughs along with amazing commentary.


The honorees for this year’s Black Music Honors include Grammy® Award-nominated R&B legends En Vogue, recognized as one of the top 5 highest selling American female music groups in history, who will receive the Urban Music Icon Award for their three decades in the industry. Grammy® Award-winner, actress and Broadway star Deborah Cox will receive the Entertainer Icon Award. Multiple Stellars and Grammy® Award-winner and producer Fred Hammond will receive the Gospel Music Icon Award. The National Museum of African American Music will be honored with the Legacy Award.

The show will also have performances by special Guests Brian Courtney Wilson, MAJOR., Marvin Sapp, and Don Jackson, Executive Producer of Black Music Honors.

Tune in on Saturday November 20, 2020 at 12PM EST/ 11AM CT on Bounce TV and will air in syndication until December 13.

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