FAB Reader Asks a Question: FAB Answers!

September 10, 2009
FAB Question from Maybelline Queen:

Question. I got a business card of a colorist in my area (Chicago) I have been holding it for a while because I don't know how to introduce myself and ask if he can mentor me or if I can be his assistant. We have not met in person, I was given his card by someone who knows I'm new to the hair industry. It has the salon number and his cell number. What should I do?

Hello Maybelline Queen! Thanks for reaching out to FAB regarding your career concerns. We are happy to assist! See below.

Hello ___________________,

My name is _____________ and I received your contact information from __________________, as they are aware of my interest in the hair and beauty industry, specifically hair coloring. __________ spoke very highly of you and mentioned that you would be a great person to contact due to your level of experience and expertise within the industry.

As I mentioned, I am very passionate about the hair and beauty industry and looking to transition in the near future. I would love the opportunity to speak with you regarding your experiences and hear any feedback that you may have.

Thank you in advance and I truly look forward to hearing from you soon!


Sincerely,

________________________



Note: the email paragraph is a template that you will need to customize to fit your needs, however it is a general guideline that should help you in formulating your email. P.S. STOP making excuses and SEND the email TODAY!!!

Fashion Week: Boudoir D'Huitres Presents New Collection

BREAKING NEWS - BOUDOIR D'HUITRES Spring/Summer 2010 COLLECTION PRESENTATION - SEPTEMBER 10, 2009, NYC

Boudoir D'huitres' new collection "Medusa is Blooming" is an intellectual journey into the oceans depths. The inspiration is the "medusa" or the jellyfish of the sea that are rapidly blooming with life. The colors of the collection are joyful and happy brights with ocean sand, white and black adding a neutral backdrop. Luminescent sequins add dimension and lustrous sparkle, while bringing the collection together in a multicolor sea paradise.

Boudoir D'Dhuitres (pronounced Bu-Dwar Dweet) previewed its Spring/Summer 2010 Collection at Hosfelt Gallery on September 10, 2009. FAB was on set and captured exclusive behind-the-scene shots, as well as pictures of the collection. The designs are clean, sexy and a fresh take on many of the trendy styles we Fashionistas love so much. Don't take my word for it, see for yourself.

Pictures from the event are below . . .

Boudoir D'huitres - new Fashion Designer WOW-ing the Fashion Industry!!!

Behind the Scenes: Model of the Evening! (the before shot)

Make-up By: Roshar

Behind the Scenes: Red hair rocks! (the before shot!)

Hair by: Linh

FAB Member and Volunteer works hard!

FAB Member and Volunteer organizes the programs

Before the show starts, we work hard!

FAB's J.Styles LOVES these designs!! I'm in LOVE!

Sexy and Feisty! (Ooh and flirtatious!)

The designs meets the needs of various body types!

Simply can't get enough of the jumpsuit in the middle! OMG!

FIRE!!! All inspired by the ocean depths . . .

Colors are amazing!

The Model: Kara Erin

She is simply talented and beautiful!

She strikes a pose! (one that's hard to duplicate)

On the scene!

Fashion Meets Editors Meets Bloggers Meets Fashionistas Meets Networking Meets Fun!

More fashion. More chatting.

J.Styles grabbing a one-of-a-kind picture!

To view more designs and information on Boudoir D'huitres

visit

http://www.boudoir-dhuitres.com/

MOS DEF Concert: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

ATTENTION: Volunteer Opportunity!

Volunteers are needed to help and work at the Mos Def Concert this Saturday, September 12th on Governor's Island at 6 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Adam Hertz at adam@bluenote.net

This is a great opportunity to get in on a FREE concert and network as well!!!!

Fashion Week: RUNWAY SHOW Haleh Nematzadeh

BREAKING NEWS - FASHION WEEK - SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

FAB was on the scene to witness a RUNWAY SHOW that gushes rock-n-roll, edgy, trendy spliced with a bad girls' sexiness! Haleh Nematzadeh is a blossoming Fashion Designer that is hitting the Fashion streets hard and the press is finally latching on!

Press:

- Featured on the front cover of an August edition of WWD

- Featured in September's Elle

- Shot for October's Italian Vogue

FAB has behind-the-scenes exclusive pictures just for YOU! Check 'em out . . .

Prounced "Holla" as in "Holla Back Girl"

Perfect venue (on Bowery, Lower East Side Manhattan)

J.Styles pictured with Designer of the Night, Haleh Nematzadeh

Before the madness . . .

J.Styles volunteering (setting up)

Note: seating assignments are VERY important for a Fashion Show!

Backstage: J.Styles and the Models (a true beauty!)

Backview of the Designer (LOVE this DRESS! Oh and the SHOES!)

Backstage: Model Snapshots and Outfit Order

Backstage: The lovely designs by Haleh

Backstage: Nothing less than PROFESSIONAL Models!

Haleh's most famous design to date (everyone seems to love this dress)

"5 minutes to show, models need to line up, everyone needs to be seated! Let's Go!"

Backstage: the Models stand in line waiting for the show to begin!

Flashingggg Lightsssss! Lights! Camera! Action!

Of course I grab a picture in front of the crew! ;)

5, 4, 3, 2, 1 . . . show is about to start . . . NOW!

Beautiful designs coming down runway!

More runway pictures to come! These are exclusive pictures by yours truly, FAB!

Make sure to visit the website of the up and coming DESIGNER ready to take over NYC!

http://www.halehnematzadeh.com/

Fashion's Night Out: Vogue Invite

A VOGUE Kinda Night . . .

September 10th

Aptheke, 9 Doyers Street, Manhattan

Please RSVP to
RSVP@coexistonline.com

Space is limited & door man will adhere to the list.

**INVITE ADMITS 2 AND IS NON-TRANSFERABLE**

Open Bar by Star Chef Winner, Mixologist Orson Salicetti

Music: Ant Demby & jenniflyGifts!

Fashion's Night Out: Missoni Invite

PLEASE JOIN MARGHERITA MACCAPANI MISSONI & RACHEL ZOE

Missoni Details:

Thursday, September 1oth

Starts at 6 pm

Missoni Boutique

1009 Madison Avenue at 78th Street - NYC

rsvp: missoni@cmmediapr.com

646. 336. 1398 ext 309

Homework of the Day: September 8, 2009

Write in your career journal today. Answer this ONE question: What have you done in your career that you are most proud of?

Note: write the date and time of your question and answer.

Fashion's Night Out: Prada Invite (Soho)

Prada Invites You to a Night of Music

***Special Performance by the Rapture***

Thursday, September 10th

575 Broadway at Prince Street, NYC

6pm - 11pm

Come mix and mingle . . . does it get better than Prada?!

Fashion Week Event: Prada Invite (5th Avenue)

Prada Details:

Prada invites YOU to preview a special installation by Vogue Creative Director Grace Coddington.

Thursday, September 10th 6pm-11pm

Prada, 724 Fifth Avenue, NYC

212. 664. 0010

Thought of the Day: September 7, 2009

Twenty years from now when you look back on your life, think about this moment right here. Are you doing everything possible to cease the moment and live your life to its fullest potential? Today marks the beginning of your future!

What Are You Doing With Your ROLODEX???

You have contacts. Great. The pressing questions is, what are you doing with them??? What good is it to look at your business card holder and smile that you have some FABulous contacts, yet you haven't reached out to any of them in such a long time. If I hit a nerve and you are guilty of this, sorry. But no worries, you can recover. You just have to reactivate your networking mode, dust off your rolodex and start reaching out to people ASAP. I know what you're thinking . . . I haven't talked to these people in X amount of time and they are probably going to wonder why am I reaching out now. Or they will be busy. Or I don't know what to say. Or I feel crazy cause it's literally been forever since I've talked to this person. Ok, ok, ok . . . this all may be true. But SO WHAT! If you learn anything from FAB, please take away this message - make NO excuse, stop thinking, just do it! With that said, forget your questions and stop wasting your time conjuring up negative thoughts and invest your energy into sending emails and making calls!

When you call/email, say . . .

- "........ would you like to have lunch sometime to catch up, it's been awhile ........"
- "........ I lost your card and just found it (whew!), I've been meaning to catch up with you, how are you doing, I'd love to chat sometime ............."
- ".......... I have some great new updates for you, I'd love to fill you in ..............."
- .......... I am sure your schedule is super crazy but you're really great at giving advice and I knew you'd be perfect to talk with .............."
- "......... is it okay for us to have lunch at your earliest convenience? ............. "
- "............ I am interested in volunteering, need any help these days. I'm totally interested! ........."
- ............ I am interested in switching industries and would like some direction - magazines, books, events, etc. Want to make sure I'm positioned correctly. Have anytime to catch up in the next week or so ........."
- "........ thank you so much for your email and follow up. You are truly knowledgeable and so easy to talk to. I'd also like to speak with you about being my mentor. I promise I won't bug you too much! :) ..............
- "........ I haven't heard from you in awhile and wanted to touch base. I have tickets to ________ and thought you'd be interested. Let me know if you'd like to go! ............"

Ok, you get the point! Find a reason to reach out and do it! Don't give away all the details in the first email. If your initial email sounds too pushy or needy, it will get pushed back. Just have this mindset - everyone is slammed, tired, overworked and under appreciated. If you go in with this mindset, you will be more sensitive as you reach out to people. Schedule time to have a conversation via in person or email BEFORE you go in with your wishlist!

Homework: Dust off your ROLODEX and FIRE OFF those emails NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

How to Get a YES!

Yes, I will hire you. Yes, I will call you back. Yes, we can have lunch. Yes, I will be your mentor. Yes, I'd be happy to give you advice. Yes, I believe in you. Yes, I will give you a chance.

Ever wonder how some people seemingly always get a YES from companies, professionals or anyone in their professional circle? If you think it's by chance, WRONG! Ok, maybe there is a slim chance that some people are just plain "lucky" but no one's entire career is built on luck. Trust me.

FAB is here to give you clues on how you can successfully get the YES you want . . . and more importantly need!

* Never say no! (If someone gives you an opportunity, don't think about it or hesitate. If it can help you, figure out the logistics later. Your only question should be, "when do you need me to be there?")

* Always be willing to help others (Obviously, the catch is, if this person deserves it. But it is always good to put good karma out in the universe. Be a tool to others, you'll also need help one day.)

* Never act "too good" (You are not too good to run an errand, grab coffee, answer the phone or complete any other menial task that is asked of you. Obviously there is a fine line between working hard and being taken advantage of, it's your job to know the difference. My point is that you have to smile at the small tasks and master those before people will trust you will larger duties.)

* Always be positive (People are drawn to others that make them feel better. So, make them feel better. Figure out how to be the light in a person's life. Trust me, they'll come back for more!)

* Be you (Let your true colors shine through. Whatever your personality strength is, share your greatness with others. Are you outgoing, funny, clever, sweet, nice, thoughtful??? Don't be shy when it's time to shine! Put on your game face and be yourself. That's what's going to make you stand out from the competition. After all, no one can be you!)

* Go above and beyond (Never turn in average work, never act average and never hang with average people. Any and everything that's in your circle should be above the Richter scale. If you're just like everyone else, why would someone want to give you a chance??)

* Be confident (Even if you are doubting yourself, have reservations that you can do the job, believe that you are not fully equipped, scared, nervous, intimidated, or whatever else emotion you are having - you MUST be an actor on the spot. You have to walk, talk and act with a sense of confidence that you can achieve any goal you put your mind to. You can always find comfort from friends and family, LATER. You can NOT show everyone your weak side. You have to be able to determine when it's okay to be scared and when it's time to put on your game face. If you don't believe in yourself, why would anyone else?!)

* Stop thinking so much (A lot of times we over analyze the details and talk ourselves out of our dreams. We think of every reason why we can't achieve a goal. I'm too young. I don't have enough experience. There are others better than me. I am not pretty. I am a bore. I don't have money. I am not confident. Blah Blah Blah. Suck it up and get over it. Whatever your weakness is, overpower it by the things you do well. Acknowledge your shortcomings and MOVE ON. As long as you believe you are capable and you have the work ethic and passion to back up your sense of confidence, you can achieve anything you set your mind to. Believe it. I surely do!)

* Pray for answers (Never put your true faith in man, always find comfort in prayer. HE will send you the answers and in HIM, you will find your mission. Question is, are you willing to listen?!)

* Work hard (You can be confident, outgoing and funny but if you lack the hard-work and diligence behind the fluff, you're dead meat. You have to prove you're worthy by working hard and presenting excellence at all times!)

* Exude passion (One thing that you can not fake or replicate is a person's passion. Passion is not something you can teach, nor is it tangible but it's definitely memorable. People remember a person's passion. If you let passion be the driver of your thoughts and actions, you will achieve greatness!)

* Exploit your WOW Factor (Find your special quality and let the world see. There's a reason why your family and friends love you and it's NOT because they know you. There's something special about you. You MUST let your professional circle see that same sparkle. Don't be shy. Be you!)

FAB wants you to get the YES you need to get that job or internship or mentor or opportunity that has the potential to change your life. You may not get every YES you want, but if you follow these FAB clues, you'll get the YES you need. And that's all that matters!

Don't simply get a yes. Make sure you get a FABulous YES!!!

Fashion Week Event: Interested?

DEX Presents: Fashion's Night Out

September 10th

6pm to 10pm

224 West 30th Street (between 7th and 8th avenue)

What's the Deal?

Complimentary eyelash bar * Complimentary makeup applications * Celebrity manicures by M2M natural nail care * psychic blow outs * fall hair trends * consumer shopping incentives galore * $3,000 celebrity makeover sweepstakes

RSVP:

rsvp@dexnewyork.com

September Fashion Workshops: NYC

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS @ 24 SEVEN

learn*connect*succeed*24

FAB found a series of Fashion Workshops just for you! If you are interested in getting into the fashion industry or advancing your existing career, check out the below details! Good Luck!! Sign up asap, as classes fill up fast!

Go to www.24seventalent.com/events to register for any class. Click to REGISTER NOW at http://www.24seventalent.com/

Workshop Details and Dates:

Sep 08 Get A Job in Fashion: $47 Premium Members/$47 Members
Sep 08 Are You What you Want : $30 Premium Members/$35 Members
Sep 09 Illustrator for Rookies: $150 Premier Members/$175 Members
Sep 10 Ace the Interview: $30 Premier Members/$35 Members
Sep 15 Resume Design Clinic: $10 Premier Members/$15 Members
Sep 16 Land A Job in Creative: $65 Premier Members/$75 Members
Sep 21 Style Your Advertising: $65 Premier Members/$75 Members
Sep 22 Illustrator Advanced: $150 Premier Members/$175 Members
Sep 22 Get A Job in Fashion: $47 Premier Members/$47 Members
Sep 23 Persuasive Portfolio: $10 Premier Members/$15 Members
Sep 24 Tools & Tactics: $30 Premier Members/$35 Members

NYC Workshop Location: All events take place in our Soho New York office, 120 Wooster Street,4th Floor, New York, NY 10012.

Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please note: Be sure you check your schedule and can attend the class and/or workshop before confirming registration. 24 Seven workshops and classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. Thank you for your cooperation.

New York 212.966.4426
Santa Monica 310.587.2772
Downtown L.A. 213.412.2260
San Francisco 415.989.2424
Orange County 949.258.6540
Seattle 206.340.0247
London 44.20.7534.9960

August 26, 2009 - Thank You from the Founder!

Dear FABulous Dreamers,

I want to personally thank each and every person that came out on Wednesday August 26, 2009 to help me celebrate the official launch of The FAB Network, LLC. The event was themed, "From the Classroom to the Boardroom" - a professional panel discussion and networking mixer focusing on the topic of how industry leaders were able to achieve such admirable success in their respective careers. We had a FABulous professional lineup: SPECIAL GUESTS include - Cynthia Henriquez, Manager of Digital Promotions, Turner Broadcasting; Allyson Leak, Founder of She-blogs.com; Dr. Anthony Rodriguez - Professor at LIM (The College for the Business of Fashion); Ronnie Wright - Celebrity/Black Entertainment Television (BET) Photographer HONORARY SPEAKER - Emmy Award Winning Professional Makeup Artist, Karen Dupiche PANELISTS - Jennifer Cooper, Senior Photo Editor at Essence.com and Syndicated Photographer for Corbis; Patty Cooper - Education Development Manager, Parfums Givenchy and Guerlain Paris; Bakori Davis - Vice President of Content Distribution and Marketing, MTV Networks; and Terry Rodriguez - Assistant Vice President of Competitive Intelligence for Research & Development, L'Oreal USA.

To me, the event was more than a company launch, it was a platform for young adults to gain food for thought, knowledge and inspiration that they can translate into pursuing their professional goals. My mission for the evening was to bridge the gap by having industry professionals come and speak to up and comers, as well as provide an opportunity to network. My mission was accomplished times TEN! The positive feedback and energy that was flowing through the room was undeniable. Everyone seemed to have a sparkle in their eye. A rejuvenated spirit. A fire was ignited. We all need that pep talk or or that push . . . and I am super happy FAB served as the light in the dark tunnel that we all sometimes face.

To our honorary speaker and all the supporters, special guests, volunteers, and attendees . . . I THANK YOU from a very special place in my heart. I can't put into words how much this night meant to me. When I looked out into the crowd and saw YOUR faces, my heart smiled.

This is only the beginning. As FAB continues to grow and mature, I hope that you will remain on board to support FAB and the idea that dreams really are attainable. That you continue to believe we are the creator and writer of our own fate. That you live by the rule that anything is possible. That you believe you are FAB!

Here's cheers to more FABulosity! Stay tuned . . .

Much Love,

J. Styles