This is a book of essays featuring Black economic self-help initiatives that were imagined, envisioned and written by Lawrence 'SmoothBlack' Yates. He sees himself as a champion of Black people's dreams, wishes and visions. He passionately believes in the greatness of Black people and in a prosperous Black future built by Black people. Lawrence loves applying his visionary abilities to Black problem-solving and Black nation-building. He thought solving the most complex chess problems was exciting, but he found Black problem-solving to be even more exciting. His understanding of history, along with his strategic chess skills and abilities in Black problem-solving, helps him to make everything simple, practical and logical. Lawrence is an art designer, author, self-taught historian, economics enthusiast, a Black visionary, Black leader, chess player, poker player and strategic thinker.