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Wednesday, November 11

MF Doom Album Release Party ((((Karaoke Contest))))

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TONIGHT! Nov. 11th, EF Lifestyle is proud to present the MF Doom Album Release Party & Karaoke Contest. The event will be held @Lounge of 3 and doors open at 6pm. So come through after you finish your daily grind, and parlay for a bit with dope soundscapes by DJ Underdog and Nick Da 1nda. Hosted by Flex Mathews, the karaoke aspect is expected to be stellar. Any Doom fan knows the boombap beats and lyrical heat will be on deck! To top it all off, there will be free giveaways and a potential cash prize. Here's how it will go down:

Overview:
• Each MC will be given instrumentals to rock too.
• After round 1, 6 MC’s will be eliminated.
• After round 2, 2 MC’s will be eliminated.
• Round 3 is where the real battle will begins, as the 2 final contestants will choose 1 full song 2 rock too out of the hat. If there is a tie score, MC’s will have to do a bar and a hook of a randomly selected song

The entire event will be covered by EF Lifestyle, and presented online for the world to see. Oh, and don't mind the light rain, it's part of nature, embrace it! If you're in DC this evening...you already know, come through!

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Tuesday, November 10

The Hundreds Winter 09 Tee's

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Here's the latest release from The Hundreds. The collection of tee's feature's the classic logo and some more graphic designs. My favorite tee from the collection is the "California Raisins". These tee's should be hitting your local TH retailer soon. Teleport to check out the rest of the collection.
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HUF x Nike SB

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For the recent release of the HUF x Nike SB Blazer the HUF team linked up with Omar Salazar to bomb some hills. This video is crazy, definitely have to skate SF soon.

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10 Business Success Tips for Young Entrepreneurs

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Entrepreneurship is a huge step towards responsibility and independence. The moves you make towards building your business, are the moves that will hopefully develop your financial stability. Starting young is the key to learning how to develop and run a business. There are many pitfalls and unexpected turns in life when you create your own trail. Don't let this diminish your entrepreneurial spirit in any way! Research and self-education is the most useful tool in preparing for problems that will arise in your business. Think of owning your business as an adventure. You'll have to navigate some unique challenges as a young entrepreneur testing the business waters. After the teleport I present 10 success tips that may help chart your path to business success.

1. Do what you love.

All successful young businesses have one factor in common: Their owners love what they do - so choose a line of business that aligns with your interests, no matter what they are.

2. Know what you want.

Are you willing to leave school if your business takes off? Or do you envision your business as a side project? Being able to answer questions like these will help you organize your time and priorities.

3. Be radical...

In your late teens and early 20s, your thinking is fresh, original and full of energy. Don't be afraid to try something no one's ever done, create an off-the-wall product or shake up an existing market by changing factors (such as a service or delivery model) that established companies take for granted.

4. ... but follow the rules.

Being a young entrepreneur doesn't exempt you from registering your business, keeping records and paying taxes. Following these simple rules now will save you from legal and administrative headaches later.

5. Manage your time.

Running a business while going to school is stressful and difficult. Understand what is required of you in your separate roles as a student and a business owner, and employ planning and organizational tools - for example, a well-maintained appointment book, Google Apps or an online time/project management system - to make the most of your valuable time.

6. Use free resources.

Being a young isn't a handicap in business; on the contrary, it can be an advantage. Our world offers free computers and Internet connectivity, a host of potential employees and/or volunteers and the expertise of professors who would be happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. You're literally surrounded by people and resources, so make the most of your situation.

7. Find a mentor.

Buddy up with a local entrepreneur or business leader with a record of achievement. Your mentor will help you understand the risks and challenges of business, provide a sounding board for your ideas and help you find investors for your company.

8. Exploit online resources.

Your computer can connect you to resources for young entrepreneurs. Immerse yourself in these resources; they'll help to inspire, direct and motivate you.

9. Be good to yourself.

Regardless of how organized and enthusiastic you are, some days will overwhelm you. Don't be afraid to step back from work and do whatever relaxes you. Whether it's the endorphin rush of exercise, the lively company of good friends or a quiet day of meditation on the beach, take advantage of opportunities to invigorate yourself and balance your responsibilities with relaxation.

10. Check your mentality.

One of the problems that can afflict young entrepreneurs is a mental block against, as Nike might say, just doing it. We've all been raised on stories of Internet billionaires, wealthy young actors and other tales of spectacular overnight success. Knowing how well other people have done in business and how quickly they've scaled the mountain is demotivating. It can make some young entrepreneurs feel as if they don't want to get started on a business unless it's going to be the next YouTube.

This is a self-defeating mentality. Combat it by reminding yourself that you're not competing against anyone but yourself. Do whatever it is that you can do today, whether that means tutoring, designing T-shirts or building online communities. The important thing is to get your feet wet - not to take over the business world.

The bottom line is that your youngster days are ripe with entrepreneurship opportunities. You may never again have the energy, resources or motivation to start your business, so get to work!

From Demir Barlas, for About.com

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