for founders

Sequoia Taylor on having a career in the private placement space

Sequoia Taylor is a Managing Partner at Spry Ventures, an early-stage, angel investment, and secondary market advisory firm. Since entering the private placement space that's historically white, male-dominated, Taylor has

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[WATCH] The founder of H.I.M-istry Naturals marketing in the grooming space

The male grooming industry is projected to become a multi-billion dollar market by 2022. However, when you look at the majority of the brands that target men, most of them

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The founder of Beauty Bakerie Cosmetics shares tips for entrepreneurs

Getting to ULTA is an achievement, but being Beyonce approved?? Alright, now you’ve arrived!Cashmere Nicole is the founder of Beauty Bakerie Cosmetics, a multi-million dollar cosmetic company. Before

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5 Black Women Career & Business Coaches You Should Consult Now

What does Steph Curry, Serena Williams, and Usain Bolt all have in common? Besides being world-class athletes, they all have coaches. Investing in coaching is something any Mogul Millennial should

for founders

Ruben Harris of Career Karma on building a venture-backed startup

The tech industry has undoubtedly become one of the most sought after career fields, especially in the millennial generation. However, if you’re not technical by education or trade, it

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[WATCH] 7 founders practice their pitch at The Quick Pitch

There's a lot of talk going on about getting a seat at the table, but once you get that seat, do you know how to successfully present yourself and your

for founders

Here's why you need non-disclosure agreements (NDA)

Often times, I hear people express that “someone stole their idea.” Following these moments, my first question is “did you make the person sign an NDA before you shared information?

marketing & growth

SideHustlePro on reaching over a million podcast downloads

By now you’ve probably heard that the podcasting industry is projected to become a billion-dollar space in just a year. I don’t know about you, but

founder profiles

Two HBCU grads created an app that'll help you take your IG to the next level

When you’re trying to flex for the gram, having a cute photo sometimes isn’t enough. In order to really make your ex miss you and your

funding resources

COVID-19 Resources for Entrepreneurs

We are in uncertain times with COVID-19 forcing us into a new normal and disrupting our daily schedule. Several entrepreneurs and small business owners are dealing with the ramifications of

strategies & tools

WFH stressing you out? Here's how these CEOs are dealing

These days “working remotely” does not just mean working out of the office. It often means not having an office at all. While building my events and music video production

founder profiles

Serial entrepreneur Morgan A. Owens on having faith over fear

Deep down inside, we all have an inkling feeling that there is more to the life that we are currently living. For some of us, we have wasted our time

marketing & growth

A lesson in relevance, leadership and branding from DJ D-Nice

What started off as an Instagram Live “Homeschoolin’ Social Distancing Dance Party” four days ago has turned into a record-breaking, star-studded #ClubQuarantine online party, hosted by the

marketing & growth

Here's how you can plan PR for your next event

I think we can all agree that 2020 has been a year and we’re not even halfway in! Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, it has caused many of

pitch perfect

Here's how to pitch effectively and secure investors

Paris Benson is no stranger to the world of tech and entrepreneurship. The UCLA alum started coding at the age of 14, launched his first fintech startup at 16, and

founder profiles

This founder raised $15 million for women and their periods

Black women are among the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs – BUT are we starting businesses just because it’s the “cool” thing to do right now, or

leadership

How to equip yourself to lead as an entrepreneur

THIS ARTICLE ORIGINALLY APPEARED ON BYP NETWORK BY TONTE BO DOUGLAS. IT IS REPUBLISHED WITH PERMISSION. 2020, is the year of clear vision for every one of us.

founder profiles

This founder launched her own successful global company

“The universe will do its best to remove all distractions from you until you realize your purpose” – Unknown Like many people, we sometimes position our lives and

black millennials

#BlackInTech: We Are the Ones We've Been Waiting For

Imagine walking into a sea of faces, that resemble YOU. You hear the latest Migos track in the background, and the sight in front of you includes signs that read

marketing & growth

4 Steps to Creating Pitch Ready Designs

If you missed AfroTech 2019, I’m sorry. It was THE conference of the year, but don’t fret. This piece will fire-up your creative engine with musings from

leadership

When to respectfully decline collaboration offers

With time flying by so quickly, you really should be rationing out your energy. Unfortunately, that can mean saying no to certain partnerships. Here are 5 legit reasons to back

founder profiles

This founder wants us all to have rich b*tch skin

75% of products marketed to black women are highly hazardous to human health, according to the Environment Working Group (EWG). This statistic was no surprise to Alee-Sha Steward, founder of

founder profiles

Nick Turner's startup is making buying and selling online safer

For the past decade, sites like Craigslist, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace have been a popular option for buying and selling items. However, for many people, the convenience of it sometimes

money moves

Why You Need To Diversify Your Income And How To Do It

         Entrepreneurship can be a vehicle to do what you love on your own terms, but for Erica Rae of Capital City

starting a business

Why Lizzo's #1 Single "Truth Hurts" Is A Lesson For Entrepreneurs

I have been stanning for Lizzo since Spotify randomly threw “Good As Hell” into my Discover Weekly. Lizzo’s message of self-love, her amazing voice, and bold, imaginative lyrics