How much is it worth?

Before you begin a new venture, determine the cost. Many people let their passion make their decision, but you need to analyze possible profits.

Consider every cost associated with achieving your objective. Will you farm out work, or hire someone to free up your time to seek funding? I know too many people who call themselves business owners and have never made a profit.

You’ve heard the saying, "If it doesn't make money, it doesn't make sense." Be sensible and business savvy with your decisions. You have a lot to lose with every business venture. Check with our network members to get advice before you take unnecessary risks.

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Jarene Barnes is unstoppable…an advocate, a professional, a writer, a daughter, a mother, and a caregiver.  Jarene looks for every opportunity to get the most out of her personal and professional life.

For the past two decades Jarene has worked in the educational, nonprofit, and advocacy sectors.  Her work has consisted of advocating on behalf of women, children, families, victims of violence and crimes, and health disparities in underserved and overpopulated communities.  Jarene’s mission is to serve the community by educating and raising the level of awareness of the services available in order for people to live a healthier and empowered  life.     

Jarene actively serves the community of Pittsburgh as the Vice President of the Board of Directors for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Allegheny County.  CASA of Allegheny County is an organization that advocates on behalf of abused and neglected children.  The organization is one of Jarene’s greatest passions.  She is a firm believer of being that extra set of eyes, that extra set of ears, and a voice on behalf of the children.  Jarene has served as a member of the National Court Appointed Special Advocate (NCASA) Programs African American Advisory Committee and the Native American Tribal Advisory Committee.  She also served as a Grant Reviewer for the national organization based in Seattle, WA.

Over the past ten years Jarene has used her many talents dedicating her time and energy as a Consultant, Freelance Writer, and Producer to the Onyx Woman Network (OWN).  The Onyx Woman Network is a magazine publication and an online media outlet created to educate, inspire, and motivate women of color on their journey through entrepreneurship, personal and professional development, and financial empowerment.

Jarene currently is employed with the Manchester Craftsman Guild/Bidwell Training Center, Inc. as the Placement Officer for the medical programs.  She provides employment counseling, motivation, and support to individuals who have successfully completed training and seeking employment in the following careers:  Electronic Record Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Coding, and Medical Claims Processor.  Jarene’s favorite quote that she shares with her students is: “Success Begins When Excuses End.”

 A native of Pittsburgh, Jarene received her education from Carlow University located in Pittsburgh, PA  where she majored in Business and Communications.  She is also an alumni of the CORO’s Women in Leadership Program.   Jarene is in the process of starting her own nonprofit which focuses on the caregiver.