" Let ' s Climb Together "... Jennifer Yon
“ I’ d advise you not to start a magazine.” I will never forget those words. I will never forget the man who looked me in my eyes and not only said it once but repeated himself. He wasn’ t being critical of my skills but he understood the difficulty of the industry. He understood the late nights and harrowing deadlines, but what he failed to understand was my determination. I wonder these days if he realizes that the very cautious words he spoke have been my driving force.
Two years and ten Issues later, IBA Success Magazine is still here and thriving. We have had minor setbacks, only to come back with new looks, new ideas, and new teams. As I look back on the very first issue, published in December of 2014, I am ecstatic to see our growth. I am thankful for the advertisers who have been with me from the beginning. I am thankful for the ones who have stabbed me in the back because I’ ve learned to be more perceptive. I am thankful for the friends who believed in my dreams and encouraged me to stand firm and keep climbing. I am grateful for the mentors who provided resources and gave advice unknowingly.
Through it all, I am a firm believer that it takes a team to execute your dreams. We dreamed it, we worked it, and we conquered it! And so, can you!
Yes, You! When you have decided that failing is not an option, doors will open at the precise time you may be feeling indecisive, but if you walk, no strut through the doors, with your head high and your mind set on your success, regardless of the naysayers or hatters … you will achieve the results you are seeking. I am a prime example that there are no mountains too high if you believe you can fly.
As I soar through 2017, I encourage you all to join me. Let’ s kick defeat in the face and dedicate ourselves to reach the goals others may believe are not meant for us. What you allow in your subconscious will either bring out the beast or lay eggs. I personally chose to bring out the BEAST!
For 2017 let’ s create a life of peace, happiness and success.
Let’ s Climb Together
Jennifer Yon
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