My New Website

I want to share my new website I created that links all of my businesses. It is called Sonia's Creative Ink, LLC. and the website is http://www.soniascreativeink.com/.

About Sonia’s Creative Ink, LLC

Sonia’s Creative Ink, LLC was founded in July, 2005 as a desktop publishing company. SCI was an inspiration due to an unfortunate situation of losing a loved one. Sonia Abbott-Bey, CEO of Sonia’s Creative Ink lost her father to pancreatic cancer in 2004. At the time of his passing she wanted to be hands on in the creation of his obituary. From that obituary, Sonia began getting referrals from friends who had seen the obituary and from that point was requested to help create other documents and graphics.

Sonia has over 12 years of administrative/executive assistant experience in construction, education, and transportation. Since launching SCI Virtual Executive Assistant, she has gained clientele in property management as well as working with a legal document preparation firm.

Sonia’s mission for Sonia’s Creative Ink brand is to convey my client’s vision may it be through a powerpoint presentation or desktop publishing. I truly enjoy being a Virtual Assistant. I have a passion for creating and delivering professional quality work and I enjoy working with people who share the same passion.

Other Business Ventures

I have another business called "Heartfelt Xpressions". I created handmade cards and invitations and other items when requested. I have a blog and Facebook Fan Page, which you can get the links from the website or simply click this link: http://www.heartfeltxpressions.blogspot.com/. I have an Etsy website to sell my handmade products at http://www.heartfeltxpressions.etsy.com/. I'm working on new cards at this moment to post, but other samples of cards I have made and still have stock are posted on my Heartfelt Xpressions Facebook Fan Page. Please check it out and spread the word.

Maure Holdings, LLC

Lastly, I would like to share another business venture I am involved with and it's Maure Holdings, LLC. It is a professional legal document preparation firm.

Maure Holdings, LLC services specializes in:
~Foreclosure Prevention/Protection
~Asset Protection Pure Simple Trust, Corporate Entities, etc.
~Tax Liens and Judgments
~Debt Elimination -
Student Loans,
Auto Loans,
Credit Cards
Third Party Debt Collections, etc.
~Notary Services
~We create Land Contracts, Lease Agreements w/Option to Buy, Quit Claim Deeds, etc.

Please visit our Facebook Fan Page at:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Detroit-MI/Maure-Holdings-LLC/161293603888001

Visit our new website:

http://www.maureholdingsllc.com/

Toll Free Phone No.: 1-866-932-5550
Email: www.mhllc@maureholdingsllc.com

Worst Cities to Find A Job

I just saw an article on Forbes.com regarding the worst cities to find a job, and I am located in one of them. I must agree whole-heartedly that it has been very competitive to even contract my services. One might think that it's because they had a bad interview or not enough qualifications, but as I have been doing my research into the job market and the qualifications that are listed, you now must wear multiple hats, but for less pay.

I thought I would share an excerpt from the article:

"Can't get hired? You may just be in the wrong place.

Bad interviews or a lack of experience may not be the reason you can't land a job. Your location may be to blame. If you're seeking employment, consider moving to Washington, San Jose, or New York. Those are the three best places in the nation for finding a job, according to Juju.com."


The worst cities to find employment are:

1. Las Vegas, Nevada

2. Miami, Florida

3. Riverside, California

4. Detroit, Michigan

5. Los Angeles, California



These are based on those who have reported being unemployed and those numbers are most definitely higher than reported.



I must say I am used to wearing a lot of hats as being an employee and I have many qualifications that are listed, but it has come to who you know mostly than what you know to even get a response. It's very daunting and frustrating...yes I know and on top of that Congress has not approved an extension or Tier 5 for those who will be losing their unemployment benefits the day after Thanksgiving. I must say that is disheartening for them to play with people's lives especially after the November elections.


For those who are seeking for employment or starting your own business, please keep your head held high and know you're not the only person going through these tough times. As a small business owner it's very challenging for myself, but to remember to put positive vibes in the universe to bring a positive reinforcement for whatever endeavor you are seeking.

http://finance.yahoo.com/career-work/article/111373/americas-worst-cities-for-finding-a-job