The Caffeinated Millennial

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What Is A Communications’ Strategy?

by on April 15, 2019

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Why are they important?

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Ole Henriksen for Skincare Recovery

by on April 7, 2019

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Last June (2018), my skin decided to really wild out and I was introduced to Ole Henriksen products by a friend. I had apparently developed two types of eczema and acne. Eventually, everything I used caused inflammation, and I had unprovoked waves of it every other day. Eventually, I was…

JAMAICA: Cane River, St. Andrew

by on March 29, 2019

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One beautiful Sunday morning, I felt the need to get out of the house. After a few minutes, we settled for going to Cane River, St. Andrew, a hidden gem with a waterfall. We drove through St. Andrew rather than St. Thomas, and may have gotten a little bit lost…

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Own Who You Are

by on February 16, 2019

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Last night, for the longest time in ‘I don’t know how long’ I spent about three hours on Skype with two girlfriends. We talked. A lot. About many, many things including social media and perception. As the conversation grew wings and took on varying subject matters, I listened to how…

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Business Plan Writing Workshop

by on February 3, 2019

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What Is A Business Plan & Why Are They Important? A business plan is a strategic planning tool for entrepreneurs. A properly structured business plan not only helps entrepreneurs to focus on the specific steps necessary act on business ideas but also functions as a roadmap them to achieve both their short-term and long-term objectives. A business…

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Death Is So… Final

by on January 15, 2019

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A few days before the holidays, my husband’s maternal family lost its matriarch. While the family is close and usually jovial, there was a hanging presence over the holidays. Last Sunday, she was laid to rest. I dislike funerals, and blessed as I am, I’ve only ever lost one person…

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What A Year, 2018

by on December 31, 2018

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I would lament on the fact that the year all but raced away, but I think we’re all very aware of it already.

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Hyatt Place, River North Chicago Review

by Shandean Reid on December 23, 2018

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A few weeks ago hubby and I, stayed at Hyatt Place, River North when we took a trip to Chicago to attend the 2018 staging of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference. The conference lasted a week, during which time we stayed at the Hyatt Place River North…

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What A Year, 2018!

by on December 21, 2018

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As this year comes to a close, I am reminded of everything that I have been able to accomplish, both individually and as a part of an amazing and supportive behind-the-scenes team. We sincerely would like to thank you, our clients, suppliers, supporters and partners who have made 2018 an incredible year of growth,…

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BUSINESS PLAN WRITING MADE EASY

by on November 6, 2018

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Have you ever tried to write a business plan? It’s not the easiest task for someone with no experience in business (despite what the draft articles on the internet say). If it were, business plan consultant wouldn’t come with a US$2,000 – US$15,000. (Don’t worry, I don’t charge that much…

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Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica Review

by on November 3, 2018

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Heroes Weekend 2018 was a special weekend of celebration for my family. We decided to celebrate at the Grand Bahia Principe in Runaway Bay, Jamaica. My husband turned the big 30, my daughter turned 2, I celebrated the completion of two books (business and fiction), our accompanying friends celebrated graduating…

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Siobhàn Is TWO!

by on October 26, 2018

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On October 13, 2018, my angel turned two years old. Can you believe it? How we got here so fast, I will never know. It’s a wonder I didn’t bawl like I did when she turned one. My beautiful, sweet, happy, smart child. I am so proud of her. I…

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Royal Decameron Cornwall Beach Review

by on October 18, 2018

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My Birthday (August 9) weekend was a really full and busy time. My novel came out that day, and the stress of the months leading up was really wearing me thin. So when my husband asked what I wanted for my birthday and we happened to be driving by the…

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My Struggle With Ovarian Cysts

by Shandean Reid on August 30, 2018

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Have you or anu=yone you know who struggled with ovarian cysts ever had one of those bad boys rupture or slow leak? I’ve been struggling with them leaking and rupturing for a while now. I posted a video on my Instagram teasing about a possible pregnancy some weeks ago. After…

My Novel Is Published!

by Shandean Reid on August 14, 2018

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My Novel Is Published!

by on August 14, 2018

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I Was Almost Kidnapped

by on July 9, 2018

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Yes, you read that right. I was almost kidnapped. This blog post is a mite different from anything I’ve shared on here. It’s darker, a piece of me I still actively sometimes struggle with. The other day I mentioned the effect a past experience had on me to a friend. She…

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Siobhán Update – 18 (20) Months Old

by on July 3, 2018

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I cannot believe how fast this time is going! Then again, I can believe it. When I watch my once mild tempered child catch an attitude and lash out in 0.0001 seconds flat, I can believe it. She is not here to play bruh.

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Fancii Waterproof Facial Ceansing Brush Set

by on July 3, 2018

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I’ve been meaning to write a review for this face brush I decided to try, the Fancii Waterproof Facial Cleansing Brush. I bought it on Amazon a while back and I’ve truly been enjoying it and considerate one of those “oh!” in a good way purchases so I thought I…

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Instagram Launches IGTV for Content Creators

by on June 21, 2018

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When Instagram announced a few weeks ago that it would be updating the app to allow for hour-long videos, the social media community (myself included) was very sceptical. However, the feature launch of IGTV for content creators have set the industry abuzz since the release. IGTV was released earlier today…

Coming Soon!

by on June 21, 2018

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The Prequel To My Novel is AVAILABLE!

by on June 6, 2018

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JAMAICA: Strawberry Fields Together

by on May 16, 2018

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This little gem is a secluded hideaway in Robin’s Bay, St. Mary and I decided to make a trip of it with when my friend, Shawna (Colette) came to visit. We headed out on the Saturday before Mother’s Day.

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Why Is Your Business On Social Media?

by Shandean Reid on May 15, 2018

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Have you ever looked up a business or brand on social media and tried to contact them only to realize they haven’t posted anything in months, or that message you sent is replied to only weeks if not months later? That is because scores of businesses have social media accounts, but…

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Life & Marriage Update

by on May 4, 2018

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Hey, guys! I know you can tell I have not been around WordPress as much as we would like, but you also know why. My book launch is drawing nigh and I really am just trying to stay afloat with everything. Between Siobhán, my book, the launch and making some family…

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Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

by on April 2, 2018

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One of the downsides of being married to a doctor is that sometimes, usually for months at a time, there are periods where you don’t spend nearly enough time together. Hello March! If my husband does manage to be at home, he is more or less sleeping or in a…

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Potty Training My Toddler

by on March 27, 2018

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Hey guys! Let’s talk about potty training your toddler. Okay, my daughter has really been potty training a few months now, technically. I started her at 12 months when I noticed she would poop and then march right over to me pulling at the diaper. Now if you’re thinking it’s…

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Lessons in Motherhood

by on March 25, 2018

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If motherhood has taught me nothing else, it is the true meaning of the phrase “beautiful mess” and the preciousness in appreciating every day and not letting life pass you by. This whirlwind of a journey has been indescribable from the start, but more importantly, I now understand the true preciousness of…

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To Propose or Not To Propose… To Your Man

by on March 1, 2018

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For a few years now, every so often a picture emerges on social media of a woman proposing to a man, and the reaction is almost always the same. Women shaming the woman for asking the man she wants to marry her. I for one find the practice so annoying.…

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Does Your Brand Have A Voice?

by Shandean Reid on February 28, 2018

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In 2018, the era where content and social marketing are paramount in connecting with the online generation, there are millions of brands for consumers to sift through. This is why content marketing has skyrocketed in the last decade. Strictly speaking, to survive and eventually thrive in the electronic community as…

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Toddler’s Washday

by on February 5, 2018

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Siobhan’s hair in its freest state has tight curls. It’s much like my own in terms of being extremely fuzz prone and dry. It didn’t take very long for me to realize the baby hair products weren’t going to work. So I tried a few. I’m still on the market…

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Siobhàn – The Story of Her Name

by Shandean Reid on January 23, 2018

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The one question I can now count on daily is someone asking the pronunciation of my daughter’s name, the origin and the meaning. There’s also the severely funny look we get when we provide her name to someone unfamiliar. Usually, if her name is to be provided for writing, I…

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4 Mistakes Jamaica Instagram Retail Stores Make

by Shandean Reid on January 18, 2018

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This era of social media provides unchartered territory for businesses to start up and advertise with little to no spending on marketing and advertising if the business owner has the right experience. This environment has made Instagram one in which a retail business can flourish, particularly within the Jamaican market.…

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3 Things I’ve Noticed Since Starting My Novel

by on January 18, 2018

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I’ve mentioned before, however, passively that I’m writing a book. Well, it’s true! It’s one of those fanciful somethings I’ve always wanted to do but never given any serious thought to (Much like having a cozy reading nook with a library and a view in my dream house) until last…

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What is Content Strategy?

by on January 3, 2018

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The definition of content strategy can be loose to define, and that primarily accounts for the lack of definitions one may find laying around the web. Ergo, definitions are scarce and will differ, however, they will unify in some way. Here is my definition. “The holistic development, organization, distribution and maintenance…

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Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Cleansing Pads Review

by on December 31, 2017

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Aveeno is well known for gentle skincare products. I’ve used a few products from the Positively Radiant line and it suddenly dawned on me that I should do reviews of my favourite products. The Positively Radiant line is AWESOME!

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I Won’t Go Natural

by on December 6, 2017

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Over the past few years, the natural hair movement has dominated quite a bit. I am here for it. As ever, my little country, Jamaica has been pushing boundaries on the international stage regarding what’s acceptable as beautiful hair. I am here for it!

International Men’s Day!

by on November 19, 2017

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#InternationalMensDay It’s my blessing and honor to be loved unconditionally and cared by two of the best men God had to offer. I love you!! #Daddy #Hubby 😍😍😘😘 🙌👬

3 Reasons To Update Your Business Plan

by on October 20, 2017

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Many individuals and budding entrepreneurs make the mistake of sticking too rigidly to their business plan or simply failing to realize it needs updating. It’s a common trap to fall into. While your business plan is a guide, it isn’t set in stone and shouldn’t be treated as such. You…

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Emotionally Taxing Friendships

by on September 30, 2017

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I had to separate myself from a person and situation that I believed to be more taxing than I would ever be able to tolerate or endure…

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Noxzema Cleansing Cream

by on August 25, 2017

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I stumbled on the Noxzema Cleansing Cream, sort of by accident. A close friend of mine had sent me a picture of a box of them he had bought. Nonchalantly, I said, “I want one….. what is it?” Nosy as hell, right? Anyway, he told me what it was and…

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Life Update: Where Have I Been?

by on August 20, 2017

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I know I’ve been MIA lately on the blogs, so the short answer is that I’ve been around. Spending some quality time with the family, balancing the transition from being a mother to a young stationary baby and a rambunctious, overzealous (now walking) toddler whilst managing my freelancing and even…

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Single Until Marriage?

by on July 19, 2017

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I was listening to a podcast and the topic of discussion was centred around a young woman who said that she was single until she was married due to the fact that men are not trustworthy and may be doing this, that, that and the third. This in and of…

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Landscape Lover: A Short Story

by on June 21, 2017

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The sun on his back turned his brown skin golden with sweat and extra melanin. His skin was smooth, rippled only by the strength and firmness beneath it. His jeans hung low from lean hips, strong thigh disappearing into the length of very worn jeans and the steel toe boots he wore…

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Gender Roles & Feminism?

by on June 9, 2017

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The new age definition of feminism seems to appropriate that women believe and behave in a manner that portrays they are superior to men. I, myself, have zero interest in that. I agree with textbook feminism, that we are equals, neither being more superior. By this view, I neglect to…

Who Needs A Business Consultant; When And Why?

by on June 9, 2017

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When it comes to your business, whether you have decided to leave the routine 9-5, expand your business or optimize operational efficiency if you are eyeing change, chances are, you need a consultant. Who? If you are; Operating a business, Planning a business idea Planning to expand your business Planning…

5 Tips For Writing a Business Plan For Your Business Idea

by on May 29, 2017

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So, you have a business idea. Perfect! Now you want to put it into action. But how? You need a plan. A business plan. This is especially true if you will be seeking investors to get your idea off the ground. Most investors want to see that you have a…

Business Planning & The Business Plan

by on May 26, 2017

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Business Planning The business planning process is the compilation of cumulative steps that are taken to prepare for a business. The process requires the entrepreneur to examine individually and collectively the components (management, marketing, and financial strategy, etc) of the business that will contribute to its functionality and ultimately, its…

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FOOD: Tamarind Continental

by on May 16, 2017

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It’s weird, I have been to the Tamarind Indian Cuisine restaurant in Liguanea a number of times, possibly the China Max Chinese restaurant beside it as well but somehow managed to not have noticed the extension Tamarind Continental. How I missed that there is a third restaurant in that tiny…

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The Meaning of Friendship

by on May 14, 2017

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When I was about 18, I lost a friend that I had loved like a sister due to one most basic girl code reasons that I had thought shouldn’t take place, a guy.

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