Charity Art Fundraising with Shark Tank's Kevin O’Leary

Kevin O'Leary with Local 10 News Anchor Constance Jones

Miami, FL – Using artwork to raise money for charity, Kevin O’Leary and Nick Korniloff, the Founder and Partner of ArtWynwood joined forces to debut a contemporary photography exhibition. The exhibit featured original images taken by O’Leary himself.

Small Business Revolution With Robert Herjavec

Constance Jones Interviewing Robert Herjavec of "Shark Tank" for Small Business Week!  

You may visit your favorite fashion boutique once a month, or go to your local bakery for a sweet treat! But do how often do you take the time to really appreciate your local small businesses? Well, now you have a chance. In honor of Small Business Week, Robert Herjavec of “Shark Tank”  chatted with Local 10 News about how you can help your favorite entrepreneur win $25,000.

Peace Love World: Meeting Alina Villasante

Alina Villasante & Constance Jones at WOW

The first ever W.O.W. (Women of the World) Conference took place in Miami last month!  I was honored to be one of the speakers at the event.  W.O.W. offered several workshops for those looking to take their entrepreneurship and leadership skills to the next level. During the conference, I had the chance to moderate a panel with Alina Villasante, founder of Peace Love World Apparel. 

4 Tips to Making Money With Your Hobby

Are you ready to make some extra money?  What your hobby is will help decide how you can start to generate money. Here are a few ways to turn your passion into cash: 

6 Ways to Stand Out From the Crowd

How will you distinguish yourself among the competition? It’s a daily challenge for me. I work in one of the most aggressive news markets in the country, surrounded by dozens of amazing journalist!  So, how do I stand out in the crowd?

Mogul Mommies & Huggabeans

  mogul mommie

/'mōgəl mämē/ n.

1. a powerful and influential woman whose power is derived from

experience and skill, not popularity.

Why You Need a Side Hustle?

This is where it all started! That's me selling my Huggabeans Crochet Organic Cotton Hats at my first craft show in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Seven years later, I am still selling my handmade creations! These little beanies paid for my first BMW and a down payment for my condo!

Constance Jones Honored as Miami's Top 40 Under 40

Constance Jones Honored as Miami's Top 40 under 40

Constance Jones was recently honored by the Miami Herald and Legacy Magazine for being a part of South Florida's Top 40 under 40 Affluencers and Influencers! These honorees were nominated by their peers, then vetted and chosen by a distinguished and highly accomplished Selection Committee, comprised of 40 Under 40 alumni.

 

 All of the honorees were showcased in the Business Monday section of the Miami Herald. My Husband Troy Simmons was also selected as an honoree. 

Constance Jones & Her Husband Troy Simmons

This year’s stellar group is as diverse as they are impressive. They have made significant contributions to many professions. Honorees include a meteorologist; interior decorator; radio personality; and several attorneys, entrepreneurs and not-for-profit executives. This is just a sampling of the 40 impressive honorees in this year’s group. 

I was also featured on "the competition!" I think NBC 6 South Florida is trying to get steal some WPLG Local 10 viewers! Special thanks to Exclusive Access for these great pictures!

Check out the link right here!
 

3 Tips for Getting More Likes on Facebook

It's a question many of us have asked-- How do you get more likes or fans of facebook? Here are a few tricks that I used to grow my Huggabeans Fan Page!

1. Earn Your Likes- People need a reason to come back to your page. Offer as much value as possible for people who actually "like" you or your product!  You can be funny, inspiration, or interesting. Also- use eye-catching images!! 

 

 2. Ask and You Shall Receive! You might be surprised how many people will actually like your post--if you just ask! :) The same with facebook pages! Just ask your friends to like a page--and they probably will! Facebook has a great feature that allows you to personally invite your friends to like your page! Use it! 

3. Keep It Short! PostS that are less than 100 characters--tend to get 60% more likes than longer post.

Do you have any tips for more Likes on Facebook?

Mompreneurs Taking Over Miami

Sweet Treats from Bunnie Cakes Bakery-- Mompreneur Owned

Did you know that women are twice as likely as men to open a business? Although women are more likely to leave traditional jobs to start their own company -- self-employed men make 55 percent more than women. So what's wrong? Check out my story on Mompreneurs from Local10.com to learn more about starting your own business!

How did Marina Cortez-- the single mother of 3- make her dreams come true! 

You have to watch to find out!

 

Kosher, Vegan, Gluten Free Cupcakes from Bunnie Cakes Bakery

Miami Design District’s Gallery Walk Served Up Fashion

Gallery Walk in downtown Miami is known for its artsy community. But, did you know there are tons of designers who showcase their handmade items at the monthly event. The District Factory in the Miami Design District opens their doors to these artisans, serving unique fashion finds. More than 35 local designers had a chance to sell their goodies, which included jewelry, art and apparel!

The District Factory also featured special guest and fashionista Annie Vazquez, who is known as The Fashion Poet in her online blog.

The group was founded on the belief that you can make a living doing what you love! The District Factory encourages the entrepreneurial spirit of emerging designers and artists by facilitating exchanges with the community that result in awareness, support, and ultimately commerce. 

Calling All Crafters

Vendor space is now open for those who want to sell their handmade goodies!  On June 24^th, sellers can set up shop at the Pompano Beach City Wide Market from 10a.m. to 4 p.m.   The flea market “like” event is like a party atmosphere with music and food also available for those who plan to attend.

 The City-Wide market is unlike any other flea market in South Florida. It’s a huge monthly event with over 80 vendors.  The events will focus on unique and locally made products.   

There will also be several vintage and retro goodies, collectibles and second hand items.

If you are interested in vending—click on the link here!

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Diversity Jellybeans

A few years ago, my friend Tracy Jackson Brown started an exciting company called--I Celebrate Diversity. The group is focused on bringing people together- from different cultural backgrounds.

Part of her project includes these cute little candies called-- Diversity Jelly Beans. Any of the 6 colors can be any flavor. It’s a big message in a small package. “Like people, you cannot determine what is on the inside by simply looking out the outside.”

 

 Click here for more details on her cool campaign!

Sorority Life and Networking!

Over a decade ago, I joined the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. It was truly one of the most exciting times in my life. Not only was I a part of a fun social group, I was able to network with extraordinary women who are members of the organization.

Recently I attended our 10 year reunion in Houston, Texas. It was amazing to hear their success stories!  Lawyers, Entrepreneurs, School Administrators—We even have an actress in our group! It was truly a pleasant surprise to see how far we all had come. 

Along with building lifelong friendships, I was able to expand my professional social network!  It has helped me land job interviews and create contacts for business!  My sorority boosts wonderful members like First Lady Michelle Obama, Alicia Keys, and Rosa Parks! Click here for a link to a list of our most prominent members (I made the list! lol) 

I would ENCOURAGE you to join any networking group! Maybe a sorority isn’t your thing—but there are plenty of choices! Are you a member of any groups???