Black women founders are the fastest growing demographic of entrepreneurs in the U.S. From wine to technology, Black women entrepreneurs changing industries and society for the better. While these women make it look effortless, there are so many hardships and glass ceilings behind the scenes. Only 3 percent of Black women-owned companies mature and survive… Continue reading Black Women Entrepreneurs Give Their 8 Tips for Starting a Business
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Growing Your Money With A High Yield Savings Account
When maximizing your finances, utilizing high-yield savings accounts is an option. High-yield savings accounts are different from the traditional savings accounts most people are accustomed to when dealing with major banks. While savings accounts are the go-to way that many people store their money, high-yield accounts offer a greater return. High-yield savings accounts have a… Continue reading Growing Your Money With A High Yield Savings Account
How to Start Effectively Saving for Retirement
Black women may not be equipped with the necessary tools or knowledge to retire comfortably. According to a recent study by Goldman Sachs, only about one in two Black women have retirement savings. With 56 percent of Americans in the workforce thinking they’re behind, it is important to begin effectively saving for retirement. Myah Moore… Continue reading How to Start Effectively Saving for Retirement
How to Build a Six Figure Income Without Burning Out
Living in a world that prioritizes hustle culture is not for the weak. As you make your way to financial success, it’s important to prioritize your well-being along the way. Luckily, earning a six-figure income while keeping self-care at the forefront is an attainable goal! Cinneah El-Amin, founder of Flynanced, and Jakiya Brown-Thiaw, owner of… Continue reading How to Build a Six Figure Income Without Burning Out
How to Handle Grown Up Mean Girls
If you find yourself in a space where you’re confronted with grown up mean girls, here are some tips and tricks on how to handle them.
Generational Wealth Myths and Realities You Need to Know
Generational wealth is more than a buzz word. While young Black professionals build a life that feels aligned with them, it is important to consider how to keep wealth as a generational reality. Whether you’re new to the concept or simply wish to sharpen your knowledge, it’s always worth bolstering your financial expertise. There is… Continue reading Generational Wealth Myths and Realities You Need to Know
What an Expert Wants You to Know About How to Read the Room
Being able to read the room can saves you from social and professional embarrassment. It’s a way of paying attention to your environment. Reading the room is a way of being present, observant and capable of responding to these observations with appropriate judgment. It’s all in the subtleness. It can help you at work, with… Continue reading What an Expert Wants You to Know About How to Read the Room
5 Benefits of Freelancing as a Full-Time Employee
Sometimes, there can be a negative stigma attached to juggling full-time work with freelance work. Potential employers might be concerned about you being honest with your time or capacity for dual roles. However, an employee that knows how to balance full-time work with freelance work can truly be an asset. There are invaluable skills that… Continue reading 5 Benefits of Freelancing as a Full-Time Employee
Stop Living Check to Check with These 5 Money Habits
About 60 percent of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. This is a red flag indicating that most Americans do not have enough in their savings accounts and they cannot cover upcoming bills until their next paycheck. But what is the best way to change the habits that perpetuate the cycles of debt and poverty?… Continue reading Stop Living Check to Check with These 5 Money Habits
Three Reasons Why Influencers Transition Back To Corporate Jobs
Across TikTok, influencers are sharing the uncomfortable realities behind being self-employed. In the past few years, content creation has been promoted as the go-to career choice. Those pursuing that path have used their successful social career trajectories to showcase the endless possibilities. However, that is not always true for each content creator’s journey. As social… Continue reading Three Reasons Why Influencers Transition Back To Corporate Jobs