My Dream in a Flow Chart....

Exercise #1) My goal is to open my own automotive dealership ("Dars Motors"), specifically a Classic/Muscle Car Dealership. Here are the steps I need to get there:

Research Auto Dealer License Requirements

• Find out how much the license is.
• Find out how much the business license will be.
• Find out the site location requirements for the anticipated auto dealership.

Research Possible Site Locations to Lease/Buy

• Locate possible areas to open a dealership, considering the demographics and competition.
• Compare monthly lease payments or the entire cost to purchase a particular lot.
• Decide which will be cost efficient-buying or leasing a auto site location.
• Assess how many vehicles will be able to fit in the site loaction, considering how much capital I have to purchase the automobile inventory.
  

Research Possible Contacts to Provide the Classic/Muscle Inventory

• Locate and contact auto dealers that can provide the exclusive muscle/classic/hot rod inventory that is desired.
• Compare buying cars individually or wholesale in bulk if available.
• Locate an auto transporter once the inventory provider is confirmed. Or, assess whether it would be cost efficient to purchase my own truck & car hauler to transport inventory.
  

Pay Licensing Fees/Lease Payment(s)/Auto Inventory Costs

• Apply for auto dealer license and pay the mandatory fee.
  
• Pay monthly or annual lease payment.
  
• Pay auto transporter/purchase auto hauler.
• Purchase automobile inventory.
• Purchase repair & cosmetic tools/supplies.
  

Prepare Site Location for Grand Opening

• Paint the site location and purchase signs to display the business.
• Hire contractors to tar the site location for automobiles.
• Purchase security cameras/watchdogs/security wrought iron fences.
  

Unveil inventory at "Dars Motors" Grand Opening!!!!

Exercise #2)

1.Tyler Perry, Tyler Perry Studios, (404) 222-6448
2. Kar Connection (Auto Dealer), http://www.karconnectioninc.com/inventory.html
3. Mrs. Margaret Moore Taylor, Assistant Principal, 3800 N. New England Ave. Chicago,IL. 60634
4. Leaders 1354 (Clothing Store), www.leaders1354.com, 4351 S Cottage Grove Ave
Chicago, IL 60653, (773) 285-1067
5. Jokes and Notes (Comedy Club/Lounge), http://www.jokesandnotes.com, (773)373-3390

I Have a Dream!

I found out that I my type is.....ISFJ. Which can be described as:

Quiet, kind, and conscientious. Can be depended on to follow through. Usually puts the needs of others above their own needs. Stable and practical, they value security and traditions. Well-developed sense of space and function. Rich inner world of observations about people. Extremely perceptive of other's feelings. Interested in serving others.


I was skeptical on how accurate the personality quiz would be, while I selected the multiple choice questions. But, as I read over the description of my personality type, I agreed with majority of its description. I am quiet most of the time, whether it is in a classroom setting or around people I am not familiar with. My quietness enhances my ability to be conscientious. I usually remain silent and absorb a particular person's personality through what he/she says or does. Also, I feel that I am greatly affected by those that may need me the most, especially my family. My life and its success is based upon those close to me. I feel as though I can not be fully content with my life unless the others around me are as well. My decision to pursue a career as an educator highlights the fact that I am interested in serving others, particularly those that come from low-income, urban areas, such as myself.

What is your Touch Stone?

I thought someone would never ask. Well, here it goes:

Dream: Opening my own auto dealership that specializes in classic, antique, muscle cars.

Touchstone: The appearance of the cars and the joy I know the cars will bring to the customers that choose to purchase from my dealership.

Role Model: Dontae and Ethaniel Edward Presley, my brothers. No matter how far fetched a dream may seem when it leaves my mouth, my brothers believe me when I say it. They know I can do it and will do it, as long as I want it to be accomplished.

Target: Become the top exclusive classic/muscle car dealership in Chicago, as well as the Midwest despite our terrible weather.

Assignment #3: Understanding Myself

Pick A Color

I am red. So, I am deeply affected by not only my own personal experiences but also experiences from others, whether they are considered close or not. I am bright because I have to shine rays of hope and happiness for those that may be stricken with the daily hardships that are included in life.

I am red.
I am the vitality that flows throughout the lives of others.
I am an abrupt stop at a line that many do and do not want to cross.
I am a flash if you decide that you will not be obedient.
I am sex in the backseat of an apple red 69' Chevrolet Chevelle S.S.
I am healthy because I come from a tree of knowledge.
I am expensive than others because eyes cannot seem to turn away.
I am the memories of the children slain in the streets of Chicago.
I am a representative for "RESPECT," hanging on the left side of a back pocket or across the face.

Private Eye

The person that lives in this spacious apartment definitely pays attention to cleanliness. The clean carpet throughout, polished bathtub, washed dishes, and neatly folded clothes signal that being clean is very important. When cleaning is not being done, a large display of empty expensive champagne bottles are indicative of a social atmosphere that overlooks the classic English literature novels, carefully stacked atop of a car sub woofer box. The high end home audio system, flashy Michael Jordan sneakers, and large flat screen television still wrapped in plastic states that shopping is a definite must. According to a large pile of envelopes, bills are also a definite within this person's lifestyle.

Kerry Ann's Cheering Section

• Michael Jordan
• Tupac Shakur
• Ida B. Wells
• Steve Urkel
• Lisa Raye
• Queen Latifah

Things I Like To Do

1. Watch the Barret Jackson Car Auction on the Speed channel
2. Buy Michael Jordan retro sneakers
3. Purchase high end car audio systems.
4. Ponder prospective business plans for the future,
5. Order clothes online.
6. Mentor the youth in low-income areas.
7. I love to write in all genres.
8. Wash whatever I may be driving at the time.
9. Socially drinking on the weekends (Not every weekend).
10. Spending time with my family.
11. Visiting Cardomain.com.
12. Giving my spare change to the less fortunate.
13. Having social gatherings at my place.
14. Reading books and preparing to write my own.
15. Having fun and laughing.
16. Listening to music that may disturb the peace.
17. Play basketball whenever I find the time.
18. I like to act as if I can cook.
19. I like to read the Bible.
20. I like to hang out with my brothers.

Ideal Environment

I would like to be placed in an environment where there are nothing but classic cars from the 1950's to the early 90's. Within this vintage car world would be intelligent, fun, and physically attractive women in their late 20's to escort the men as they cruise the long strips of road, free of pot holes, speed bumps, traffic lights, and stop signs.

Real Daydreaming

Lisa Raye is strutting down the stairs of my six bedroom mansion in a red silk robe towards the refrigerator filled with ice cold bottles of champagne. When she returns to the pool side, where I am reading an interesting book, she pops open the cork and ........

My Ideal Day

I rise from my California King bed at 5 a.m. and prepare to dress for my profession as a grammar school teacher. After driving to my school in a classic muscle car, I am cheerfully greeted by my students, which all are eager to learn. Around 3p.m., I depart from a productive day of learning and education and head to the barber shop to make sure that my hair is in top notch condition. Around 4:30 p.m., I pull into a high end car wash and give my baby a much deserved bath before I head home and dress for a highly anticipated date. At 6:30 p.m., I arrive at one of my student's home and Lisa Raye comes out in a stunning dress that makes me nervous. To be continued......

I believe the portion about me becoming a successful educator is indispensable. The material objects such as the muscle car and attractive date are very optional but desired. These material objects can be categorized as frills that would be nice but, hey, I don't need them in my life.