The Black Business America Pledge!
 For the longest time, it seems that African Americans are lagging behind in almost every statistical poll there is when it comes to poor test scores amongst children, higher paying jobs, high-school graduation rate, good credit and home ownership to name a few. Of course, the media points out very well that we are leading the polls with the number black men in prison, teens in prison, high foreclosure rate , poor credit scores and the list goes on and on…
While statistics do point to areas that we as a race need to address, talking and pointing out the issues alone have not and will not make things better. As African Americans, we must understand that we have the power and control over our lives and we must make a difference in ourselves and for our people in this 21st century.
The BBA Pledge is a call to action of all African Americans to have faith and commitment in themselves to implement 12 positive and powerful principles that will assist them in reaching their full potential.
The BBA Pledge is simply a way to commit in writing that you will implement changes in your life that will lead you to a higher place.
Challenge yourself to take the pledge and encourage your family, friends and those you come in contact with to do the same. We can make a difference and it starts with a pledge!
Take the PLEDGE!
Black Business America Pledge
As an African American, proud of my ancestry and heritage, I believe wealth is my birthright and that I have the right to claim my wealth and take my power back. No longer will I allow statistics, poor habits, society or the lack of knowledge to become an obstacle in reaching my full potential and greatness. Therefore, I pledge to implement the following 12 principles in my life and encourage other African Americans to do the same.
I, ___________________________ pledge to claim my wealth and take my power back by:
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Embracing my Heritage and fulfilling GOD’s divine purpose for my LIFE.
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Refusing to speak or think negatively about myself or my people. |
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Developing a vision and life plan to reach my greatest potential. |
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Increasing my knowledge through reading and education. |
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Increasing my knowledge regarding finances, retirement and investing. |
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Eliminating or refraining from getting into “bad” debt. |
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Eliminating personal habits that are preventing me from accomplishing my goals. |
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Developing life enhancing habits that will positively contribute to my mental, physical and financial well-being. |
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Understanding the importance of Economic Empowerment and how it can positively impact my life, my community and my people. |
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Becoming involved in my local and national African American community. |
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Mentoring, encouraging and supporting at least one African American child monthly. |
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Encouraging other African Americans to JOIN with me in TAKING the Black Business America PLEDGE! |
Start TODAY and Take the Pledge with US! |
