William Valen Correa

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Thanks to all partner and partner staff at , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .art, , , and .

For those of you that know my father, know him for his amazing character and personality. I'm blessed to have him in my life. I've witnessed him go through some of life's toughest battles with his chest held high, which encourages me to never to no for an answer. He also makes life long impacts on so many people he comes across. "Your dad is so cool!!" They always say. Hey, I think he's pretty cool too. We continue to smile at life and count each blessing. Happy Father's day Papa!! Love You!!

This was in 2015 speaking and performing for Ethnic Studies Class at Roosevelt High School in Boyle Heights Los Angeles with . We use creative expression to address deep topics that impact out communities of color. To align with a movement and be recognized as a leader to spread messages to the next generation is something you don't choose to do, you're chosen for. It's just the beginning. Just a little flashback!! Big Thank You for the invite!! We're still paving the way!!

When you tell a story, what are the elements that keep the reader engaged? I believe it's the humanity within our perspectives that attracts us to continue listening. When I hear that part of the story where a breakthrough has happened, I get a warm feeling inside. Almost like watching a movie, but way more intense because I'm witnessing a human life living a real human experience.

I truly believe, that's what humanity is about. The stories and who we make the stories with.

When you hear a story that comes from someone you relate to, it's as if the world is telling you that you're not alone. So amazing!!

This world is a blank canvas if you chose to view it as such. You can see the beauty if you look. Reasons I'm very grateful for being alive!!

ProWorldLife is a lifestyle focused on like minded people chasing their wildest dreams with a solid support system. In this picture you see three leaders taking the needed steps to impact the world around them for the better. With the right team you can always make the impossible become possible.

So go out and meet that group of people that inspire you to make that jump towards your wildest dreams!

6yrs ago I recieved the first copies of the first book I published titled, The Professional You Handbook. (Link in bio)

Huge Thank You to
Hacker Tony PhD Psychologist in Seattle, Washington for consultation and the support in using the book for transformational coaching.

I didn't know, but for some time leading up to writing the book, I had been dealing with deep confusion of who I was. Not sure if it was depression, because I was still pushing through the dark days. Having to focus on was a blessing. But I do recall my emotions being out of control in my younger days.

Growing up during the 80's, 90's and 00's, MidTown Los Los Angeles was a special time. And at that time in my life, everything that was normal to me was aligned with growing up in the hood.

Yet during that time, my perspective of self was shattered. Not knowing what my next step would be, I asked Mother Nature for a sign. What I received changed my life for the better.

This is a story of that experience of self realization.

When you're asked, "Do you know who you are?" What's your answer?

# MentalHealth #2020

6th Street Bridge Circa 2019'
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Thank You for this piece of history!!

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What do you know about Kicking the Willie Bobo? Listen in on Sunday July 19 on to songs and music either sampling Willie Bobo’s music or just making reference to him as being the epitome of cool. Host will take you on a Hip hop, jazz and rock journey inspired by Bobo

Had the opportunity to hear from US Ambassador Steven J. Rhodes speaking on his work with John F. Kennedy, George Bush and more. He spoke on leadership on the mindset behind handling such global affairs as the work he performed in Zimbabwe.

Big shout out to and the team for putting this event together and continuing to develop the platform where a person can gain leadership advice for free.

What woke you up this morning? Your goals or the alarm clock?

I know many of you can't make it out to the office because of social distancing. But there are solutions.

I find that having a physical office is something many businesses needed before Covid 19 hit. Since the pandemic many industries have began leaning on digital meeting platforms like Zoom, Google and many more.

Is technology the way our world will be going? Will our devices take the jobs of the people we're used to talking to? Do I want to have my doctor visit online?

So many questions as to where we will be in the near future. Yet, we will adapt and take the change with grace.

So this leads me to what we're doing at our office. We still have our office in Anaheim but we are also bringing our office directly to you on your device. If you want to get a virtual walk through of what we do as a company, how we help families prepare their finances for retirement or are someone who knows people that might have work their hours cut or even lost their job, this presentation is for you.

DM for more details. I know some of you will miss this event. So we will be hosting them all month Wed 6pm/pst
Sat 10am/pst

Doesn't hurt to get some info and pass it to the people that need it.

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William Grant Still Radio, Sunday, June 28 at 5 pm PST! Tune in to our Radio Show on KQBH FM 101.5 and lpfm.la , with host Peter Woods!
This Week's theme will focus on Willie Bobo's West Coast recordings.

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This Friday, June 26, at 6 PM (Pacific), William Grant Still Arts Center's Monica Bailey will be in conversation with Willie Bobo's eldest son, Gill Correa on the early years in NYC and all of the behind the scenes stories with some of the most notable Latin Jazz and Rock musicians. Join them on Facebook Live @ WilliamGrantStillArtsCenter