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These Success Habits Will Ensure You Thrive At A New Job

It’s been proven that the success habits included in your morning routine at work — or the lack thereof...

5 Power Agenda Women Talk Best Ways To Communicate Effectively

It’s no secret that women in business leadership are master communicators, leaning on empathy, strategic word use, and other...

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Overcome Debt: 6 Books Written By Women For Women To Reach Financial Freedom

Finding ways to overcome debt has become increasingly urgent, especially for women. According to a 2024 report from Lending Tree, women are more likely than...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 weeks ago

Education That Supports Every Chapter: How National University Empowers Life’s “Ands”

A therapist isn’t just someone who listens to your problems. They’re your advocate, your cheerleader, and someone who helps create real change. Whether you’re...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 weeks ago

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Jobseekers: These Top Companies Offer On-The-Job Upskilling And Training Opportunities

Upskilling, or the process of learning a new skill or enhancing your current skill set, is critical for women professionals looking to maintain their...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 weeks ago

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Digital Nomads: How To Balance Career Growth And Security In Remote Work

The digital nomad lifestyle, once a niche pursuit, has grown into a global movement, offering professionals unparalleled freedom to work from virtually anywhere. According...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 4 weeks ago

Power Agenda

A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Anika Howard

When a Black woman excels in a gaming industry where innovation meets entertainment, there’s that domino effect that can spark more interest and heighten...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 4 weeks ago

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How Upskilling And Reskilling Can Be Secret Weapons In Your Job Search

In the famous words of entrepreneur and author Marie Forleo, “Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally. It...

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‘Revenge’ Funding: How Women-Led VC Funds Are Global Catalysts For Investment Activism

It’s no secret that women founders face major challenges when it comes to getting funding to launch, scale, and...

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Getting Ghosted Or Rejected From Jobs? Try Applying During The Right Season

If you’re a job seeker (or simply keeping your options open while gainfully employed), it’s important to know how different times of the year...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

Career Advice

The Authority Gap: 4 Common Workplace Scenarios And How To Respond

The authority gap, a phenomenon that occurs when women are taken less seriously than men at work, can stunt the career advancement of millennial...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

Career Growth

DEI Rollbacks And The Hidden Costs: How Minority Women Can Still Thrive

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) rollbacks have been embraced by President Donald Trump’s administration, reversing decades of progress to create more equitable workplaces. As...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

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Networking Tips For The Awkward, Introverted, And Experience-Challenged

Learning how to network with people at work or others in your industry was complicated when remote work and return-to-office mandates weren’t even a...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

Career Advice

How To Negotiate For The Salary You Deserve

While there is still a pay disparity, especially for professionals of color, salary negotiation is an important step you’ll have to take multiple times...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

AI Threatening Your Livelihood As An Older Millennial? Position Yourself In Thought Leadership

Thought leadership has been a top buzz word for over two decades, and the need continues as the global...

Entrepreneurship

TikTok And Black Girl Ventures Launch ‘SOAR Together 2025’ Amid App’s Ban Delay

Despite being removed from app stores by a court-mandated ban in January and facing an uncertain future in the...

Entrepreneurship

Why Emotional Intelligence Is A Superpower For Women Entrepreneurs

So you’ve got this great new idea. No one else has really done it the way you’re proposing to do it. You’ve written a...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 months ago

Business

4 Infamous Business Flops And The Lessons Learned

There is a lot that can be learned from failure, and every major business has had their fair share. Whether they made it through...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 months ago

Entertainment

Black Love, Sci-Fi Horror And Fatal Games: 12 Most Anticipated New And Returning TV Shows

Another year, another excuse to binge on some of the most fascinating, drama-filled, intriguing and humorous TV shows — some old and some new....

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 months ago

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7 Inspirational Books To Start The New Year Empowered

It is always a treat to have a few more inspirational books by women authors to add to the dozens of others that have...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 months ago

Power Agenda

A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Lisette Scott

It’s very evident that building a brand that leans heavily on the power combination of culture and community has been a major win for...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 months ago

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Here’s Your Ultimate Guide To The Best Couple’s Vacation In South Africa

If planning a couple’s vacation in South Africa is not on your list in 2025, there are several reasons...

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How To Handle Remote Work Anxiety As A Manager

Working remotely definitely has its benefits. You have got the element of flexibility, the lack of someone standing over...

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Must-See Shows And Films Highlighting Diversity And Rich Culture Of Black British Life

I’ve always been a fan of British culture. It all started when I discovered a mention of Princess Diana in my mother’s collection of...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 7 months ago

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How Toxic Work Cultures And Systems Are Leading Managers To ‘Fake Productivity’

With about 22 million employed adults working from home, and 14 million working hybrid, productivity has been a major topic of both intrigue and...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 7 months ago

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Classic ’90s TV Shows Featuring Black Culture Still Bankable And Streaming Today

Generation Z and the like remain in a ’90s nostalgia craze, and many companies and brands are tapping in, feeding the need for inspiration...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 9 months ago

Power Agenda

A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Michele Ghee

One conversation with 30-year media industry veteran Michele Ghee, and you’ll know, simply from her vibrant tone and tenacity flowing through the phone, that...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 11 months ago

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4 Major Things We Should No Longer Apologize For As Ambitious Women In Leadership

It’s Women’s History Month, and I love the deliberate focus on our unique stories, struggles, and triumphs, especially when it comes to work. Oftentimes,...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 1 year ago

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3 Small, But Mighty Steps To Level Up From Ambition Burnout To Your Joyful Success Era

As ambitious women, we’re all in some sort of era. I mean, it’s flooding social meda: Beautiful 9-to-5ers heralding...

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‘Found’ Star Shanola Hampton Talks Role And The Missing Persons Issue Affecting Black Women

Since the end of the screenwriter’s strike last year, many of us have been letting out sighs of relief...

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3 Things I Stopped Doing As A Manager In Order To Keep My Sanity

Being a manager is not for the faint of heart, and whether you’re managing people, or processes, it can be both extremely rewarding and...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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11 Black Shows And Films You Need To Add To Your Watch List This Fall

I love a good film or series that highlights all that is complex, amazing, endearing, and entertaining about Black culture, especially when it’s filled...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

Videos

Black Publishers And Creatives Celebrate Advocacy And Excellence At Black Owned Media Weekend

The Black Owned Media Equity and Sustainability Institute (BOMESI) hosted its second Black Owned Media Weekend June 16-19 in Tulsa, OK. The three-day conference...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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Shifting The ‘Boss’ Narrative: 3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Manager

Becoming a manager in your 20s or early 30s can be an amazing accomplishment—and a huge challenge you're not quite ready for. Here are...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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Here’s Why We Must Stop Telling Black Women They Have ‘Imposter Syndrome’

Memo to all ambitious Black women: "Imposter syndrome" is not within us. It is the system that is the problem. It's time to for...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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Here Are All Your Favorite Black TV Shows Coming Back With New Seasons

It's such a disappointment when you get addicted to seeing your favorite characters on TV only for the sitcom...

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3 Awesome Ways To Honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy Today

We can all do our part to not only remember Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy but to continue to...

Career

Get The Upgrade: 3 Key Actions For Elevating Your Leadership Game

As millennial women, there's a process where leadership skills are developed and cultivated with training and experience, and that process is vital to truly...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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5 Triumphant Books To Inspire You To Dream Big This Year

Books often offer just the perfect boost of inspiration we all need for closing out a year and starting a new one. Empower yourself...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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5 Confidence-Boosting Truths To Remind You To Boss Up in 2023

Whether you're an entrepreneur, career go-getter, or a boss in other ways, these truths are reminders that we are winning in 2023, no matter...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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9 Feel-Good Films To Stream That Celebrate Black Art, Culture, And Life

These aren't your documentaries of yesteryear, and they sure won't give you the school-assignment feels. Check out these modern-day empowering films on Black culture,...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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5 Ways To Realistically Take The Stress Out Of Holiday Travel

As an avid everyday traveler, for business and for pleasure, some popular travel "hacks" just aren't my cup of tea. Here are a few...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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Why Netflix’s ‘Harry & Meghan’ Is A Black History Necessity And A Must-Watch

Netflix's 'Harry & Meghan' is an honest documentary that can add context to balance the scales in a troll-accommodating...

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How Partnership Equals Power For Black Women In Entertainment

Director and writer Cas Sigers-Beedles and actress-entrepreneur Ernestine Johnson Morrison discuss mentorship, latest project, and advice for young Black...

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Judge Shequitta Kelly, Creator Of The Hair Shield, Talks Balancing Career With Entrepreneurship

Shequitta Kelly, creator and founder of The Hair Shield, finds fulfillment in both her career as a judge and her entrepreneurial journey. Here's how...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago

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5 Smart Lessons On Leadership And Leveling Up From Black-Owned Media Weekend

Black-Owned Media Weekend was the perfect mix of connecting, investing, learning, and growing for Black professionals and entrepreneurs gathered in Tulsa, Okla. [...]

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago

Career

Actress B. Simone Talks Journey From Ruling Social Media To Taking On Hollywood

On the heels of this year's American Black Film Festival, we caught up with B. Simone to talk about her new role in Scheme...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago

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For The Culture: Top Enthusiasts To Follow For Black Music Appreciation Month

The start of June marks the commemoration of Black Music Appreciation Month, a time to honor and celebrate the soundtracks of all of our...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago

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How To Reframe Your Mindset And Realistically Plan For Financial Freedom

Dr. Lakisha Simmons went from living check to check to retiring early using the FIRE strategy. Here's how you can tap into financial freedom,...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago

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