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October 12, 2019, hundreds traveled to the Brooklyn Navy Yards for the third annual CultureCon hosted by the creative collective or @theccnyc. The Duggal Greenhouse was filled with (our melaninated magic) creatives who came together to learn, explore, and celebrate the state of our Culture led by A1 talents like Scottie Beam, Sanaa Lathan, the entire team behind the Pyer Moss brand, and Tracie Ellis Ross.

If you missed CultureCon here are the valuable gems that everyone should have:

1. This is real life, it’s not a dress rehearsal.

We only have one life. There are no second chances, so remember to always make it count. PERIOD!

2. Create what you want to see, and make it real, make it a part of reality.

Remember that time when you saw something and said “Oh this is nice, but I would have done it this way,” or “I wish there was something that fixed…” you’re not the only one; so make it happen. This is also a great way for creatives to build a unique audience! 

3. The truth is you might not get what you deserve, but that doesn’t mean you’re not worth it.

We should understand that our perspectives and ideas bring value that then makes you an asset. Always know what you bring to the table. We must remain conscious and confident enough to express this to whoever is on the other end of that table, email or phone call. However, we also have to be prepared to accept the reality that it may not happen; while still trusting if they didn’t see your value someone else will. 

4. The small no…. is actually a bigger yes

Even though you didn’t get what you want, this is only preparing you for your journey. Every time we hear the word “no” it forces us to learn, re-evaluate, and go ten times harder.

5. Just start doing it already!

Your dreams don’t work unless you do! The only thing that’s stopping you or us (because I’m guilty of it all as well) is ourselves. So, get to work! We have to stop waiting for the opportunities to come to us. Put yourself out there, be consistent and eventually someone is going to notice.

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