Product Description

As the head of her own public relations firm, Terrie Williams has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment, like Chris Rock, Janet Jackson, and Wesley Snipes. Here, she tells the amazing story of her career and shares the secrets of her success‹the same secrets she shares with the stars. Part inspiration, part advice, STAY STRONG helps teens achieve their dreams. Terrie knows what it takes to succeed‹and her advice really works.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #734981 in Books
• Published on: 2003-05-01
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: .56" h x 6.06" w x 9.02" l, .75 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

From Amazon.com
Public relations guru Terrie Williams, author of The Personal Touch: What You Really Need to Succeed in Today's Fast-Paced Business World, has decided to try her hand at advising teens, and the result reads like a hip-hop version of Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul. In Stay Strong: Simple Life Lessons for Teens, Williams breaks down what she believes are common negative adolescent attitudes ("It's all about money,", "How I talk is my business," etc.) and then goes on to challenge the reader to reassess those attitudes and turn them around. For example, in the chapter on how to make conversation, she writes: "Be careful of using words and phrases so full of slang that give the message 'You are not one of us' or 'I am not interested in you enough to speak in a way I know you'll understand.' It's just rude.... You are stronger when you are able to communicate with anyone. So, enjoy your slang but know when not to use it." Like Chicken Soup, her text also incorporates true stories. Some of these stories are about celebrities such as Eddie Murphy and Camryn Manheim, but most come from ordinary teens and their experiences. Original rap lyrics that illustrate the theme of each chapter and a down-to-earth introduction by Queen Latifah will make this work especially appealing to urban teens. Stay Strong is a sassy, street-smart addition to the growing body of self-help literature for adolescents. The book includes a bibliography and a recommended reading list. (Ages 12 and older) --Jennifer Hubert

From Publishers Weekly
Williams, an African-American entrepreneur with her own public relations agency, shares key principles for getting what you want out of life, noted PW. For teens looking for inspiration and advice. Ages 12-up.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

From School Library Journal

Gr 6 Up-This upbeat handbook offers advice on a variety of topics such as lying, money, manners, being popular at any cost, and feelings. Each chapter contains scenarios/stories about an issue. Williams then recounts her philosophy/life story as well as similar ones from famous people. The effect is strong and positive. Quotes from teens are scattered throughout. From the introduction by Queen Latifah, it is clear that the author cares about her readers and hopes that she can help some of them make appropriate choices. The writing is direct and the format is bold and eye-catching. Jay McGraw's Life Strategies for Teens (Fireside, 2000), Jack Canfield's Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul (Health Communications, 1997), and Richard Carlson's Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Teens (Hyperion, 2000) approach similar topics, but Stay Strong presents itself to a wider ethnic population. The overall message of being true to one's self is much needed and it can't be repeated too often.

Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System, FL

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.