Lately, I've been feeling as though I have to keep many parts of my life under wraps. Waiting for official official announcements in both the professional and personal part of my life (no, I'm not pregnant).
Truth be told, I hate this sh%t. I'm the type that when I'm excited, invigorated, energized, in love with what I'm doing... and the who, what, where, why, and how that's involved with it, I want to sprint to the nearest hilltop and scream it to the world. SO much I want to share. Waiting for the proper time.
Until then I remain muzzled...
What I wil say is that yesterday was one of the best days of my life...and...
Nomad•ness TV is officially two years old today!!!
I put out an open call this week for people to pose questions for me to answer, both inside and outside the Tribe. Here's what they came up with, and my answers. Enjoy!
One, I am who I am, and I am the most comfortable in my skin now than I ever have been in my life. I know my strengths. I am well aware of my weaknesses. I love myself just the same. With that comes the wisdom to also know that some people will 'get it' and some people won't. Everyone's perceptions of you and your actions, will also be a reflection of their own experiences in their own life. Therefore; you cannot and should not aim to please everyone else. There was a time in the past where I was very self-conscious about the way I looked, how I acted, how much emotion I would let people see, and it turned me into an anxious ridden mess. I have grown so much from those years into a confident, forward thinking, headhunter. I know I am an extremist. I know I am a control freak. I also know I am personable, yet have a knack for getting shit done (to be frank) in a way most people couldn't.
My work ethic is kind of sickening at times. But I will quote one of my mental mentors, Will Smith again. (see inspirational video below) "If we're both on a treadmill, either you're getting off first, or I'm gonna die. You will not outwork me." There you have it. When you find your calling, what you are CERTAIN you were put on this Earth to do, to offer the world, that's the level your brain functions on. Period.
Two, I am turning into my grandmother.This is the revelation that made me laugh and I'll be talking to my vixen grandmother tonight about it. This woman is in her 70s and is so on point. I credit it to the phenom genes she has since passed down to me, but more importantly, she keeps moving! When everyone else in my family, and many peers her age were migrating down south like a flock of birds, for a slower pace, she was completely against it. I get my short boredom threshold from her as well. She has to be active, and she is. I see my evolution into her most when I host events (like this past NYE with the Tribe). I've been throwing house parties since I was in Middle School. This is a secret love of mine. My grandmother, also, has been the host of damn near every family function. That's her thing. Her and my Aunts. No matter the event, there is something you will see...my grandmother moving and handling everything. When everyone is telling her to sit down, and relax she's looking at them with a steak knife and the look is enough for them to know they better go sit down, enjoy their drink, and let Ruthie handle the background. And she does flawlessly. Is it stressful? At times. Does she delegate? Yes. Does she get a high off of seeing other people enjoy themselves? YES. And that is where I think there is a disconnect with some people. When you are a 'giver' you get your enjoyment out of everyone else having a good time, not by getting drunk and being part of the shenanigans. That's your satisfaction and your reward. Thus, I am turning into this woman more and more by the day. I'd have it no other way.
Three, I am most attracted to (which is giving away to solely attracted to) people who live with a purpose. This 'attraction' spans from relationships into friendships and even 'familyships'. These are people who attack their dreams . A huge lesson I learned in 2011 is that entrepreneurs, get other entrepreneurs. We (without explanation) understand the hustle, time, blood, sweat, tears, and money (can the church say amen) it takes to build your own personal empires. We get it! We know the fear, risk, and utter faith it takes to bet everything on YOURSELF. And that is precisely what it takes to make it happen. You must give everything! I was on a date last week and the gentlemen made the comment, "I know that anytime we speak, 2/3 of the conversation is going to be about Nomad•ness and the Tribe." I smiled and laughed because he is 150% right. When you are building you HAVE to be that tuned into what you are doing until it launches on its own. My conversations with 'builders' are amazing, and different in many ways from those when I am just interacting with people generically. The smoke and mirrors are gone, and we have a true mental connection. That's what I want in my life for 2012.
All in all, I'm pleased with what has shown itself, and the filtration it's bringing about. Starting that physical cleanse tomorrow. I really ask for everyone to take the time, and even if it's just one thing, find your revelations going into the first week of 2012. And thank you so much for the support you all have given. 2012 is THE year!
I am tired as all hell right now. This weekend had me up in Poughkeepsie for a wedding I found out about on Monday (Congrats Siobhan and Joe), then Jersey for some cooling out with a Tribe Member, but it was tonight's Power Meeting with my two closest male friends, and a new potential business partner that is really panning out the focus of the rest of my night before falling into a deep sleep. I had one of the most outrageous nights of my life last night. Definitely one for the personal history books...I digress.
During our Power Conversation, Josh brought up a concept that had me jotting down blog pointers for the rest of the night ahead:
We are the Transition Generation.
We are the generation that was in college when Facebook started. We witnessed a world before, and after it. We are the generation that remembers working on typewriters and word processors before ever having a computer. We are a generation that knows life before and after the introduction of Reality TV. We watched the creation of cell phones, and their evolution from bricks to touch screens. We are the generation in which Apple went from a bulky barely functional computer, to a techological cult and power house machine.
We are the generation that knows both sides. That is a huge realization when put into the context of business practices going forth. We innately have a knowledge base that comes from both sides. If weilded properly, that fortune alone has the potential for major strides in marketing and productivity going forth.
Nomad•ness Travel Series Official Teaser is here. Check out snippets of me all around the world. Including updated Berlin footage, from your fan help with Kickstarter.
Nomad·ness is the reality show of one woman, with one perspective, traveling one country at a time. Through these journeys, I bring you urban life as it's lived around the world. Exploring art, music, food, local pastimes, and causes unique to each area I travel within.
'Traveling Girl' Theme Song (obsessed) by Mr. Ivory Snow @mrivorysnow on Twitter
Shouts out to Foreign Beggars from the UK (obsessed) @foreignbeggars on Twitter
Please spread the word about the Nomad•ness Travel Series Facebook Fan Page. If on Facebook, follow this link and 'Like' the page. Every person counts for the attention of networks and sponsors! Facebook Fan Page LINK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nomadness-Travel-series/129147987097101
evierobbie. media LLC is officially one year old today...
one year. upgraded from blog to website. five countries. two flourishing projects. DRT•BG. Nomad•ness TV.one rough draft of a memoir later, and this engine hasn't even officially started revving yet. let's get it!
grateful for everyne who has proven to be a part of the movement. I give my word to give my all.
In the height of all the fundraising hysteria, I was checking my website traffic one night, and found a 500% increase in numbers. As anyone else would say, "Damn!" uttered from my lips and I was wondering exactly what was going on. Doing some detective work on the backend, I found an amazing article written on Nomad•ness and everything that I'm building behind it. A complete, total and utter shock, I saw dozens of comments, and made it a point to get back to them all.
Fast forward to this afternoon...a number of people and other publications have come out the woodworks recently, and I'm always interested in finding out how they heard about the site. Two days, consecutively, the answer has been: "That Clutch article..."
Today, I got a stellar interview opportunity with MadameNoire.com behind that Clutch article.
And I even hired a graphic designer for work on Nomad•ness through that Cluth article.
I'd like to present it to you all. More importantly, this is a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Clutch family, to Lanae for the recommendation, and to Leslie Pitterson for writing the article. You all rock!
You all may remember me doing a few blasts on statuses about me having some meetings and a photo shoot within the FUBU/Coogi offices. Actually, I might not have said the clothing line just yet.
Well, me opening up my mouth at AT&T's 28 Days of History Makers with FUBU founder Daymond John, back in February, at the Apollo proved to be a good look. Not only did I tell the whole theater about my idea for the travel revolution, but I got the connect that got me in the office, and this blog approved my John himself. Shouts out to Trevor on that one!
Everyone in the office extended a hand and it was a very cool experience all around. More importantly, I fit into a size 7/8 jean short, which I don't ever recall happening to me in life. Hey I'm still a chick, with priorities, like fiting into small sizes.
Again, the staff was impeccable to work with. Great energy and welcoming vibe. Stanley, my photographer, you rock! David, Coogie Blog Head Honcho, thank you so much for listening to me ramble on about my travels, and being so forth right with helping this come through.
Now I'm gunning for a meeting in that office...yes investment talk Mr. Shark Tank.
This is a Behind the Scenes peek at the upcoming interview Evie has about what it's taken for her to become a pushy dreamer.
Visit PushyDreamers.com! Full length interview coming soon!
We’re not just dreamers; we’re believers.
www.PushyDreamers.com is a social platform created for individuals to come together to help share and create a better idea of what it literally means to push forward and dream bigger.
Our goal is to provide motivation, encouragement and inspiration that will allow people to gain insights on how to turn dreams into realities. By sharing everyday stories of success, challenges and examples, we want to bridge the connection for people to not only dream, but get a sneak peak in real possibilities, that make it easier for people to not only dream, but believe, plan and create to do the same.
Evie takes the time to explain that next step in funding. We've reached the intended goal of $5000, 6 DAYS EARLY! Because of you all and your help. Evie explains how more pledges leads to more countries on the itinerary, and the realization of the true DRT•BG vision.
At midnight, last night, it officially marked the 1 Week left point in the fundraiser. Today has been absolutely phenomenal as far as pledges. It's around 3pm EST and we're already 8 pledges in, including a pledge increase, by a current Backer. If any of you are interested, I invite you to increase your pledge amount through this last week.
Being that this is such a monumental point in the fundraiser, I felt it would also be a good time for a positive announcement.
I made a promise to you all, at the bottom of my Project Outline, that I'd do everything in my power to make sure that this project happens, both on and offline. It is a promise I have since kept, and one I don't think I realized I kept to the capacity I did.
Last night, while at work, the Form Submission email went off that links directly to my website. Assuming it was someone inquiring about a DRT•BG, I opened the email to find out that.....
Nomadnesstv.com is an Official Nominee for Best Travel Blog by the Black Weblog Awards 2011.
Truth be told, I'd never even heard of this Awards Ceremony, so I definitely didn't try to gather votes around a nomination. People, whoever they are, voted on their own. And voted enough, that without knowing it, got me into the finals.
I have been invited to attend the LIVE taping in Los Angeles the weekend of July 9th. If you know me, you know hell or high water, I am there!
So again, my pledge to you, is that I will keep this project going, until the vision is realized, by any means necessary!
If you would like to vote (open until June 17th) please click the link below, or photo above. My category is on Page 4/5, #28.
Me drinking the signature drink of the night, a Nomad•ness Martini! We also had DRT•BG shots! Don't mess with me.
First and foremost, before I get into any type of recap of last night, I need to say thank you to Blue of Blue Entertainment. He is my dear friend and the man behind everything that was last night. A warm thank you to Game Day Bar & Grill. A beautiful venue, on East Tremonet Avenue in the Bronx. Such a gracious host to the event. Alexa, V, Jason, Dennis, Brian Peters, Gyasi who also supports, Rufus, Mom and Joseph, Branded Baron for supplying the T-shirts and new Nomad•ness stickers . Check out his site below! The dude is talented!
YES, there are Nomad•ness T-shirts! $5 during the last week push of the fundraiser! If interested, hit that "DONATE" Tab to the right, and clock in $8 TOTAL. $3 of that will go towards shipping costs! That easy!
Another Thank you to all from Blue's crew that came through! I really appreciate all the love and support!
What we lacked in heads there, we made up for in money. My Pay Pal and Kickstarter were going off all night. Between the DRT•BGs sold, the pledges from last night, and Jason's own pledge, I woke up to a $550 jump in our goal! We are, at this second, 82% funded, and you're CRAZY if you think I'm letting that go! We got this $5000! I just need everyone to please pledge whatever you can and spread the word like wild fire!
I see you guys really like the DRT•BGs! That's awesome. more to come soon! Only 3 left right now! 2 Blue, and 1 Orange. Talking designs for the next bag for sometime next month! Canvas bags will be recurring, but I have emphasis on the next step up right now, so everyone rock with me.
Again, a thank you to supporters, family, and friends. The fellas always have my back!
If you aren't a pledger yet, CLICK HERE and help join the cause. I love you all! I know I've said it a million times at this point, but THANK YOU!
Sunday, MAY 15th, 2011 Early evening event, 6-10PM. Doors Open at 6pm! GameDay Bar and Grill 3168 East Tremont Bronx, New York Giveaways, Food, DJ, drink specials, and my gratitude for helping me out! ALL Pledgers as of 4pm on MAY 15th will have free admission! 21+
In an effort to show my gratitude to ALL the pledgers to my Kickstarter Fundraiser, I'm throwing a shin-dig for you all. We're currently at 69 Backers/Pledgers! Thank you all! We've raised $2580, and have only 16 days left to go! Let's get it. Tell a friend to tell a friend! We're almost there!
So in an effort to show my gratitude, next Sunday evening we're having a nice networking party for those of you that reside in or around NYC! I'd love to see all your faces, to give you a personal thank you. Your help has humbled me and I'm so blessed for it everyday!
Because this is for the pledgers, ALL PLEDGERS AS OF 4pm ON SUNDAY MAY 15th WILL HAVE FREE ADMISSION!
If you aren't a pledger yet, CLICK HERE and help join the cause. I love you all! I know I've said it a million times at this point, but THANK YOU!
Sunday, MAY 15th, 2011 Early evening event, 6-10PM. Doors Open at 6pm! GameDay Bar and Grill 3168 East Tremont Bronx, New York Giveaways, Food, DJ, drink specials, and my gratitude for helping me out! ALL Pledgers as of 4pm on MAY 15th will have free admission! 21+
So I've been throwing you guys little clues here and there...posting some pictures here and there of the process me and my designer, Erica have been going through. Your girl has been losing a lot of sleep lately.
One of the components to my travel empire that I am building, is luggage. I want to not only reinvent (or invent) the face of young travel, but also HOW we travel.
When you think of backpackers, or budget travelers, we're linked with this negative connotation of being dirty. Now.....we have our days. When you rough it in South East Asia, you gotta do what you gotta do. But I'm still young. I'm still vibrant, and there are a lot of people out there with the same philosophy.
So I'm flipping the connotation.
I present to you, the first, the Genesis, of my travel bag line "The Dirtbag Series"!
This is just the beginning. With time, you will see new renditions, new bag types, and colors. I'm so excited that this is coming to fruition as fast as it is.
Canvas Bags are $20 each, with a flat fee of $5 for shipping costs, if necessary.
I have NEON GREEN, ORANGE, and BLUE! These bags will be sold on a first come first serve basis!
To order this first batch, click the CONTACT tab on the site. Enter the 'DIRTBAG: (color)" in the Subject area, and send me your order details. I'll respond with payment information!
Hey Guys! So, if you're online in about 15 minutes, you can link up to watch me on TV. BCAT is Brooklyn Cable Access Television and tonight they're going to be airing Part One of a Two Part series about my travels around the world!
SHOW: Travel Addict
TONIGHT at 7:30pm! Watch it on BCAT if you live in Brooklyn.
For the rest of the world, stream it online at http://www.bricartsmedia.org/Bcat
