How do you become a young successful entrepreneur, businessman and publisher with an unconventional ponytail hairstyle? According to Kyle Donovan, founder and CEO of NV Magazine and author of the newly released book, the DO' BEES says, "I understand that when you are playing the corporate game, you have to follow the 'corporate rules' of the game and wear the appropriate uniform. The ponytail lets me play in the game without losing my style?"

Donovan, now 35, started his own photography business at the age of 19 years old. By 23, his business had a client list that included the New York Times, Barron's Dow Jones and EMI-Capitol Records, just to name a few. From the profits of a self-taught stock market venture, Kyle launched NV Magazine (New Vision in Business) to become the youngest publisher of a national publication. NV is a glossy, bi-monthly magazine filled with vibrant graphics, powerful photographs and articles about investing, business ownership, financial topics, technology and fashion.

Read more about Kyle's answers to a few Hair Apparent grooming questions and the corporate game:

Hair Apparent caught up with Kyle to share some of his grooming habits in and out of the board room. NV Magazine's October/November Issue also hits the stands this week.

HA: I love your wavy ponytail that you often sport. How do you think your ponytail look fits in the corporate work environment?

Kyle: The ponytail works great for my work environment. What's great about the ponytail is it is neat and stylish at the same time. For me it represents my individuality and professionalism, but still says, 'I am a rebel.' I understand that when you are playing the corporate game, you have to follow the 'corporate rules' of the game and wear the appropriate uniform. The ponytail lets me play in the game without losing my style!

HA: Please share with us your thoughts on cornrows, locs and Afro styles in a corporate setting?

Kyle: Now, this is just my personal opinion, but out of the three I do not think cornrows belong in the 'corporate' setting. I believe locs and Afros (depending on how big the Afro) are okay. The corporate game is like any game in life. You don't walk onto the football field in a tennis outfit, nor do you go to play hockey wearing a basketball outfit. When you are playing the corporate game or whatever game it is you are playing-- in order to succeed you should play the hell out of ' THAT' game. Part of that is looking the part.

HA: Tell us about your current project, DO' BEES?

Kyle: The DO' BEES are a family of bees that inspire children to 'Be anything they want to Bee.' The concept for the DO' BEES developed when my daughter, Tyla couldn't decide what she wanted to be when she grew up. After she gave me many choices and numerous changes, I told her she could be anything she wanted to be. Soon after the DO' BEES was born and the overall goal is to help inspire kids to 'Be anything that they want to be.'

There are six bee characters in total and some of there names are HoniBee, CurBee and BabyBee. HoniBee wants to be a singer and actress, CurBee wants to be a race car driver BabyBee wants to be like all the other bees..well..you get the idea! It is truly a great and inspirational project and you can check out the DO' BEE's website to read an excerpt and purchase the book.

HA: What tips can you share with our readers on your grooming habits for success in the work place?

Kyle: Look the part! When you walk into a room, look and act like you belong in that room. Your look and style can command presence and respect before you even utter a word. Use that to your advantage.

HA: What is your daily grooming routine and what are your favorite hair products?

Kyle: It really depends on my day. If I have a business meeting, then I know I am rocking a ponytail and a suit. Therefore, I will wet my hair, add a little leave-in-conditioner by Infusium 23 Moisturology, then apply a moisturizer like, Fantasia IC Hair Polisher Shine Creme and brush it back in a ponytail. If I am going to a hot industry event and all of my business is out of the way, then I will rock a curly Afro. I achieve a frizz-free fro by applying a little leave-in-conditioner and a curl enhancer like, Aveda Be Curly. The curly Afro is always a big hit, but I would never wear it during a business meeting or in a professional setting.

HA: How do you maintain your facial hair?

Kyle: I shave my facial hair myself. I soften any facial hair by washing my face with the Body Shop's Tea Tree Oil Facial Wash and then I dry with a towel and shave with an Andis trimmer. I bought a pair of Andis professional clippers about ten years ago and have never looked back. Since I've been using a professional clipper, I haven't experienced any razor bumps. Razor bumps are a very popular hair and skin challenge for African American men. Because I receive extremely smooth and great results from the Andis trimmer, I would never put a disposable razor on my face again!"