http://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewittRenee strongly believes in Empowerment and focuses on authors, books, leaders, business, money, career, current events, education, crime, relationships, women, housing, and health topics that help people solve every day problems . Renee's On Point is radio with a purpose.enCopyright Renee Prewitt (C/O Blogtalkradio)Fri, 14 Jun 2019 23:15:00 GMTTue, 01 Jun 2010 03:30:00 GMTSelf HelpBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/a3c5255a-ca24-455d-aff6-3e4f3c996bc5_v224_748_26_n1216634283_7379201012714811.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewittRenee strongly believes in Empowerment and focuses on authors, books, leaders, business, money, career, current events, education, crime, relationships, women, housing, and health topics that help people solve every day problems . Renee's On Point is radio with a purpose.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comself help,detroit,michigan,aids,black,book,business,caregiver,change,childrenRenee PrewittnoRenee strongly believes in Empowerment and focuses on authors, books, leaders, business, money, career, current events, education, crime, relationships, women,episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/06/01/create-or-die-idea-summit-for-the-new-journalismSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/06/01/create-or-die-idea-summit-for-the-new-journalism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/06/01/create-or-die-idea-summit-for-the-new-journalismTue, 01 Jun 2010 03:30:00 GMTCreate or Die: Idea Summit for the New JournalismJournalism That Matters: Create or Die - Innovate, Incubate, Initiate, is bringing together journalists, technology experts and venture capitalists to discuss new ways to reinvent journalism's role in the nation's underserved communities. Join WDIV-TV meteorologist, reporter and producer, Andrew Humphrey, as he talks about the upcoming "Create or Die" Idea Summit, June 3-6 at Wayne State University. 00:30:00Renee PrewittnoWDIV-TV,journalism,Wayne State University,communities,Create or DieJournalism That Matters: Create or Die - Innovate, Incubate, Initiate, is bringing together journalists, technology experts and venture capitalists to discuss nhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/12/foster-care-helping-to-make-the-world-a-better-plaSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/12/foster-care-helping-to-make-the-world-a-better-pla/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/12/foster-care-helping-to-make-the-world-a-better-plaWed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTFoster Parents: Making the world a better placeCan you imagine receiving a call in the middle of the night and being asked to take in a child who has been removed from an abusive or neglectful home? Hundreds of foster parents are familiar with this scenario because every day, they’re helping children adjust to new people, new schools and new communities. So, what does it take to become a foster parent? George Winn, chief operations officer, and Bobby Wade, foster care recruiter, The Children’s Center, dispel the myths and realities of foster care as we celebrate National Foster Care Awareness Month. To learn more about how to become a foster parent, call The Children's Center: 313-262-1119. 00:30:00Renee Prewittnofoster care,children,foster parent,The Childrens Center,mythsCan you imagine receiving a call in the middle of the night and being asked to take in a child who has been removed from an abusive or neglectful home? Hundhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/10/top-ten-things-every-employer-needs-to-knowSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/10/top-ten-things-every-employer-needs-to-know/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/10/top-ten-things-every-employer-needs-to-knowMon, 10 May 2010 10:00:00 GMTTop Ten Things Every Employer Needs to KnowSmall businesses are putting America back to work, but workplace lawsuits are on the rise. In a climate when all of us are expected to do more with less, what can employers do to protect themselves, especially when the person who works for you knows more about employment law than you do? Our guest is Patricia Nemeth of Nemeth Burwell, PC and her firm specializes in management labor and employment law. In a very user friendly format, she’s going to help us sort out “The Top Ten Laws Every Employer Needs to Know.” 00:45:00Renee Prewittnoemployment law,management labor,Nemeth Burwell,disgruntled employees,labor lawsSmall businesses are putting America back to work, but workplace lawsuits are on the rise. In a climate when all of us are expected to do more with less, what chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/03/detroit-a-call-to-actionSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/03/detroit-a-call-to-action/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/05/03/detroit-a-call-to-actionMon, 03 May 2010 10:30:00 GMTDetroit: A Call to ActionA few weeks ago, Dateline NBC aired a segment on the City of Detroit, that revealed some of our town's most depressing realities. A balanced portrayal? We agree that there was none, but what can each of us do about the heartbreak that's spreading like cancer in many neighborhoods we used to call home? Our guest was part of that expose on Detroit and was upset that his 4-hour tour of Detroit was left on the cutting room floor. He's a former award-winning editor and columnist for the Detroit News and a native Detroiter who's issuing a call to action. Join me in welcoming the Executive Director of ARISE Detroit!, Luther Keith. 00:30:00Renee PrewittnoDetroit News,NBC,Dateline,Luther Keith,neighborhoodsA few weeks ago, Dateline NBC aired a segment on the City of Detroit, that revealed some of our town's most depressing realities. A balanced portrayal? We agrehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/25/social-media-networks-how-to-build-your-tribe-1Self Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/25/social-media-networks-how-to-build-your-tribe-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/25/social-media-networks-how-to-build-your-tribe-1Sun, 25 Apr 2010 12:00:00 GMTSocial Media Networks: How to Build Your TribeSome of us are doing all the right things to market our businesses, while others continue to struggle to build our tribes--our customer base--beyond our circle of friends and family. Our guest says that marketing anything, a book or business successfully, requires a blend of online and traditional marketing strategies. She is PR coach, social media expert, and founder of Ministry Marketing Solutions, Pam Perry. And she’s going to help us master the media maze and take the mystery out of making your business a household name.00:45:00Renee Prewittnobusiness,media,marketing,tribe,strategiesSome of us are doing all the right things to market our businesses, while others continue to struggle to build our tribes--our customer base--beyond our circlehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/20/saving-is-the-new-spendSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/20/saving-is-the-new-spend/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/20/saving-is-the-new-spendTue, 20 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMTSaving is the New SpendWhat's the one thing that everybody wants? Financial wellness. But some people don’t know where to start; others have to admit that the best laid plans have gone awry. Spending, some say, is like an addiction; it’s a hard habit to break. So, why do we spend, spend, spend and how can we change that behavior to save, save, save? Our guest has some great ideas on changing your spending ways. She's financial consultant and money coach, Robin Thompson of Budget Wise Consulting. 00:45:00Renee Prewittnomoney,save,spend,financial consultant,changeWhat's the one thing that everybody wants? Financial wellness. But some people don’t know where to start; others have to admit that the best laid plans have gohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/12/part-i-a-new-detroit-part-ii-sexy-foodsSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/12/part-i-a-new-detroit-part-ii-sexy-foods/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/04/12/part-i-a-new-detroit-part-ii-sexy-foodsMon, 12 Apr 2010 18:30:00 GMTPart I: A New Detroit; Part II: Sexy FoodsDo you think you know Detroit? What do you say to your friends and family about it? Detroit is in a constant state of change these days, and Ann Slawnik, director of the Detroit Orientation Institute can help you see the city through new eyes. We’re also talking to author Jenny Lee, whose book “Eat Sexy Lose Weight” is helping women all over the world to diet using aphrodisiac foods, that believe it or not, are right in our refrigerators! Hear what she has to say about the big “O” (Olives!) and if size really matters.00:45:00Renee PrewittnoDetroit,book,Diet,Sexy,EatDo you think you know Detroit? What do you say to your friends and family about it? Detroit is in a constant state of change these days, and Ann Slawnik, direhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/03/08/michigans-catch-22-to-prosperityCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/03/08/michigans-catch-22-to-prosperity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/03/08/michigans-catch-22-to-prosperityMon, 08 Mar 2010 13:30:00 GMTMichigan's Catch 22 to ProsperityWhat’s going to propel Michigan, especially Detroit, back to the prosperous days of yesteryear? We’re hearing a lot about Michigan being the new Hollywood of the Midwest, the capital of alternative energy, and the land of the new entrepreneur. Our guest doesn’t disagree, but he’s been mapping the trends of other cities that have gone through a painful rebirth, and his research says it all boils down to talent…and the younger the better. Detroit schools are at the center of a New Michigan with a plan to start over, not just repair the education system, says Lou Glazer, president and co-founder of the think tank, Michigan Future Inc. Let’s find out what else he says as we struggle to build a knowledge-based economy. To find out more about Michigan Future, Inc., go to www.michiganfuture.org 00:30:00Renee PrewittnoMichigan,knowledge-based economy,Detroit,educate,GlazerWhat’s going to propel Michigan, especially Detroit, back to the prosperous days of yesteryear? We’re hearing a lot about Michigan being the new Hollywood of thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/20/new-wonder-drug-medical-marijuanaHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/20/new-wonder-drug-medical-marijuana/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/20/new-wonder-drug-medical-marijuanaSat, 20 Feb 2010 14:00:00 GMTNew Wonder Drug: Medical MarijuanaWell, we voted for it, and it’s here. Medical marijuana is a “growing” business in Michigan, but there are lots of cans and can’ts being debated by local communities all over the state. If you’re a little confused about what’s happening with medical marijuana, don’t know who can and can’t walk around legally in a state of “euphoria”, or how a “caregiver” is defined, we’re going to straighten that out for you when we talk to Greg Francisco, executive director of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Association. Our topic is Michigan's new wonder drug: Medical Marijuana.00:30:00Renee PrewittnoMedical,Marijuana,Michigan,caregiver,euphoriaWell, we voted for it, and it’s here. Medical marijuana is a “growing” business in Michigan, but there are lots of cans and can’ts being debated by local communhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/11/miracle-in-pontiac-michiganEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/11/miracle-in-pontiac-michigan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/11/miracle-in-pontiac-michiganThu, 11 Feb 2010 22:00:00 GMTMiracle in Pontiac MichiganNew Pontiac School Superintendent Thomas Maridada has done it before, but can he do it again? He's taken on the challenge of turning around a school system that closed half its buildings last year, has a multimillion dollar deficit and is located in a town that used to be an outpost for one of the most successful car companies in the world. Maridada says he can make the school system live up to its new brand promise: A world class school district that puts children first. But he's not kidding himself. He needs everyone to help him out--students, teachers, parents and the business community. Listen in to find out how he plans to carry off a Miracle in Pontiac Michigan.00:45:00Renee Prewittnoschool,teachers,Maridada,parents,educationNew Pontiac School Superintendent Thomas Maridada has done it before, but can he do it again? He's taken on the challenge of turning around a school system thahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/02/superbowl-sunday-is-black-aids-awareness-dayHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/02/superbowl-sunday-is-black-aids-awareness-day/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/reneeprewitt/2010/02/02/superbowl-sunday-is-black-aids-awareness-dayTue, 02 Feb 2010 12:30:00 GMTSuperbowl Sunday is Black AIDS Awareness DayDr. Keith Rawlings says AIDS is becoming a disease of the poor, especially black women, who represent 64% of all famale AIDS cases. Ladies, we have to get tested, insist that our mates are tested and compare notes, the doctor says. But we know that, right? Listen to what else can be done to fight this epidemic00:30:00Renee PrewittnoAIDS,black,women,epidemic,diseaseDr. Keith Rawlings says AIDS is becoming a disease of the poor, especially black women, who represent 64% of all famale AIDS cases. Ladies, we have to get teste