Janell Hazelwood, MAOL

Janell Hazelwood, MAOL, is an award-winning journalist, speaker, editor, and strategist who has worked for companies including The New York Times, Black Enterprise, and Conde Nast. She's also a proud HBCU journalism graduate who enjoys serving global audiences of women professionals and entrepreneurs. She holds a master's degree in organizational leadership (MAOL) with a concentration in coaching, allowing her to pursue her ultimate goal as a lifelong servant leader to women professionals, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit founders.

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CAREER

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...

CAREER

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...

ENTERTAINMENT

‘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 with the return of our...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 months ago

CAREER

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 · 6 months ago

ENTERTAINMENT

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 · 7 months ago

BUSINESS

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 · 9 months ago

CAREER

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 · 10 months ago

BUSINESS

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...

ENTERTAINMENT

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...

CAREER

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 support those who are fighting...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 1 year ago

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 · 1 year ago

CAREER

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 · 1 year ago

CAREER

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 · 1 year ago

ENTERTAINMENT

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 · 1 year ago

ENTERTAINMENT

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...

ENTERTAINMENT

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...

CAREER

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 women in entertainment. [...]

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

CAREER

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 · 2 years ago

CAREER

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 · 2 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 · 2 years ago

FEATURED STORIES

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 · 2 years ago

FEATURED STORIES

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...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Wine And Inclusion: How One Millennial Seeks To Impact And Diversify The Industry

Entrepreneur and tastemaker Alexandra Schrecengost talks the importance of supporting diversity in the wine industry, buying Black-owned brands, and...

FEATURED STORIES

Reactions: Ketanji Brown Jackson Makes History As First Black Woman On The Supreme Court

Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed by the Senate, making her the first Black woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. [...]

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

FEATURED STORIES

House Passes The Crown Act, Meet The Key Women Who Made It Possible

The House has passed the Crown Act, which would ban hair-related discrimination, and women were at the forefront of getting to the landmark moment....

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

5 Women Activists And Advocates Changing The World Today

On MLK Day, as we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, let's take a look at five women activists who are using their...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

POLITICS

Symone D. Sanders Tapped For MSNBC Shows This Spring

Political strategist Symone D. Sanders is joining MSNBC's roster of show hosts, with two new shows premiering this spring. [...]Read...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

4 Smart Ways To Invest In Your Self-Care This Year

Whatever self-care looks like for you, it's time to level up in 2022. Here are four smart ways to invest in yourself this year,...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

THE MAIN AGENDA

Rihanna, Beyoncé, And Oprah Land Forbes ‘World’s 100 Most Powerful Women’ List

Forbes has released its 18th annual ranking of “The World’s 100 Most Powerful Women,” featuring top leaders in the...

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CAREER

Let’s All Embrace Work-Life Harmony And Forget About Balance

As millennial women, we’ve grown up hearing and reading about that often overused cliche of “work-life balance.” We’ve survived multiple recessions. We disrupted on...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago