job search Tim Salau shares how he landed a job at Microsoft with LinkedIn Tim Salau went from being an intern and recent grad to working for one of the coolest (and most influential) tech companies… and it was all because of LinkedIn. So
watch From Homeless to Million Dollar Deals with Amari Ruff Amari has one of those gentle, humble spirits that you can’t help but love to be around. I was truly inspired by the conversation we had and the life
starting a business 3 reasons to start a business in New Orleans I was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana (NOLA). I fled for safety during Hurricane Katrina, and was back in the city 2 months later. After 14 years, I’
watch Light Your Ikigai and Get Paid For The Things Your Love To Do I think we have all been in a place where we were doing something we absolutely hated just for the money or you were doing what you are passionate about
black millennials 5 keys we can learn from Crenshaw champion Nipsey Hussle Nipsey Hussle was, and is, the epitome of ‘coming from nothing to creating everything.’ He reflected many of the life circumstances and experiences that so many young black millennials come
black millennials Just Like The Jeffersons, We Are Moving On Up Like many entrepreneurs, my mind is constantly running at full speed, and everyday I’m filled with new ideas and projects that I want to explore. One of the recent
black entrepreneurs Why SXSW Matters For Black Entrepreneurs This past March I had the opportunity to attend the Interactive Festival at SXSW [https://www.sxsw.com/] and it was truly an incredible experience. I met inspiring leaders in
founder profiles April Sha’Lil discusses how she is living through her purpose Being an entrepreneur is a very hard task. The attraction of making your own money and creating your own work schedule with a mid-day nap can make an entrepreneur’s
for founders 7 things to consider before buying a franchise Recently I sat down with 5-year franchise owner Shana Heath. I got her thoughts on the ins-and-outs of running a franchise and the 7 key areas to consider before purchasing
leadership Want to become a LinkedIn Top Voice? Ever since I became a LinkedIn Top Voice [https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/linkedin-top-voices-10-must-know-writers-management-lorenzetti-soper/] , I’ve had several people ask howIwas selected out of over550 million users. In the beginning,
for founders Why I Created a Digital Media Company for Black Entrepreneurs and Professionals I graduated from Prairie View A&M University in December of 2011 and entered the workforce two weeks after walking across the stage. Soon after starting my life as
founder profiles Learn how Jamelia Donaldson is helping US beauty brands go global This month, in celebration of Women’s History Month, I was fortunate to sit down with Jamelia Donaldson, who is the founder and creator of TreasureTress – “the monthly product discovery
watch The Key to Knowing and Asking for What You're Worth A couple of months ago I was scrolling through LinkedIn and to my surprise, I saw that my friend Lantre Barr had recently been named Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing
leadership 5 books worth reading on your entrepreneurship journey There are many guides to help you reach your fullest potential – mentorships, workshops, classes. Most of them cannot beat good, old-fashioned reading. Here are five books that will aid you
job search What to do when you realize you're no longer growing at your job Truth is, we’ve all been there at least once. From sitting in meetings that very well could’ve been an email, to working on minuscule projects that didn’t
job search How to work with a recruiter to land your next job People typically run away from recruiters, but here you are looking to connect with one. I kid. Recruiters are invaluable when you’re newly on the job market. Not only
leadership 9 PR Tips For Entrepreneurs For many entrepreneurs, we tend to forget about two of the most important elements of launching a business: branding and public relations! Both are crucial for any business, no matter
watch Transforming the Face of Tech for Black Women Forbes 30 under 30, mastered Silicon Valley, launched her app PartPic, was invited by President Obama to the White House, sold her tech company to AMAZON…and that’s just
entrepreneurs Finding purpose in your job while you grow your side hustle After I graduated, I launched my business full-time and even though I don’t regret my decision, I also don’t think that entrepreneurship is the only way to go.
leadership Here's why every entrepreneur & professional should have a mentor As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to get excited and start running your business solely off of your own knowledge, without seeking the input from others. However, the gag is
black millennials Uh, panic...I am feeling overwhelmed at work! Let me know if this sounds familiar? You’re working on a semi-tedious task for your manager but then she sends over an email asking you switch direction. You take
career development One piece of career advice I wish I knew when I was younger Hindsight really is key. Below are a few game changers from entrepreneurs, nine-to-fivers and me, your favorite personal recruiter and career coach. Enjoy. I worked both in corporate America and
black millennials PR maven Jordan Hora shares why "faking it till you make it" doesn't work In the age of social media and FOMO (fear of missing out), it’s tempting to stunt a little and want to rush your career journey. But who can blame
black millennial The Black Millennial Female Experience: The Politics & The Pain Meet the black millennial female. She’s making money moves, smashing the patriarchy and proving black girl magic is more than a hash tag and a catch phrase. These women,
founder profiles Alyse Hope on embracing the journey of entrepreneurship It’s a Tuesday night and like most entrepreneurs, who are corporate workers by day, Alyse Hope [https://www.instagram.com/iammshope/] is in front of her laptop working and
