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Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Gave Them A Viral Moment. Here’s How Small Businesses Turned It Into Profit

In July, Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour played its final notes, closing out a cultural moment and economic phenomenon that...

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4 Women On Breaking Into High-Paying, High-Barrier Industries

Everyday women are redefining what traditional exclusive, and predominantly white and male dominated fields look like. There are no...

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How Black Women Are Building Personal Brands That Don’t Compromise Their Values

Building a brand is no easy feat. Add building a brand as a Black woman in America, and imagine a boulder on one’s shoulders. ...

By: Candis McDow · 5 months ago

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How To Sell To Founders: A Data‑backed Playbook For Breaking Through Startup Inboxes

Getting a founder to reply is like cold-pitching a VC — you’ve got one shot, and you better not waste it. Apollo.io turned to Pythia — its...

By: Her Agenda · 5 months ago

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Business Credit Card Vs. Personal Credit Card: 8 Key Differences To Know

Running a business means making countless financial decisions, and choosing when to use a business credit card instead of a personal card is an...

By: Her Agenda · 5 months ago

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How Creators Can Launch Businesses And Reclaim Their Audiences

In the heyday of the creator economy, stars are made in living rooms. Ordinary people prove capable of extraordinary things, turning content into cash and...

By: Her Agenda · 5 months ago

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Feeding Change: How Chef Dae Is Using Her Food Stall To Transform A Baltimore Community

When Chef Dae opened Dream St. Cuisine in an underserved Baltimore neighborhood near Coppin State University, she wasn’t just launching a food stall, she...

By: Tyerra Drake · 5 months ago

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Strategies For Building A Remote-First Company Culture

According to recent data from FlexJobs, remote job postings grew by eight percent in the second quarter of this...

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Nearshoring: A Smart Way To Cut Costs And Scale Your Business In 2025

You’ve probably heard the term “nearshoring” tossed around at conferences or seen it in your LinkedIn feed lately. It...

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The Most In-Demand Skills And Jobs For 2025

The Upwork Research Institute is seeing a significant uptick in interest related to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) professionals. This demand for innovation isn’t...

By: Her Agenda · 5 months ago

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AI Influencers: What They Are And How Brands Are Using Them

If you are working in influencer marketing, you must have heard of the new buzzword: AI influencers. AI influencers, also known as virtual influencers,...

By: Her Agenda · 5 months ago

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How Women Entrepreneurs Are Managing The Mental Load Of Business And Caregiving

Being a business owner is demanding. Add caregiving into the mix, whether for children, aging parents, or both and the invisible weight of it...

By: Kehinde Adepetun · 6 months ago

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How Much Does Business Insurance Cost?

A small business insurance policy doesn’t need to be expensive. The exact price you’ll pay depends on a number of factors, including: NEXT shares what...

By: Her Agenda · 6 months ago

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5 Ways To Cut Costs And Take Control Of Your Business’s Bottom Line

One of the draws of going into business for yourself is becoming the ultimate decision-maker. Not only do you have control over your career, but you...

By: Her Agenda · 6 months ago

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Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye Announces Closure Of Ami Colé, A Beauty Brand That Changed The Industry

After nearly four years in business, Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye, founder of beauty brand Ami Colé has announced the brand will...

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From Hospitality To Housing: Ebony Austin’s Bold Move Toward Community Ownership

Ebony Austin has never been afraid to dream big and build it herself. Known for her successful restaurants, the...

Founder and CEO of The Spoiled Brat Life, Brie Carter

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How CEO Brie Carter Pampers Her Clients With ‘The Spoiled Brat Life’

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By: Chinenye Onyeike · 6 months ago

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How Community And Franchising Helped Shaquanna West Build A Business She Didn’t Expect

When Shaquanna West set out to find more freedom from her corporate job in operations, she never imagined it would lead her to a...

By: SaDiedrah Harris · 6 months ago

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Crafting Connections: A Business Owner’s Guide To Finding Your Customer Base

There’s a saying among entrepreneurs: “Simple, but not easy.” The blueprint for building a business is simple: Develop a great product, reach customers who...

By: Her Agenda · 6 months ago

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Small Business Cash Flow: Why It Matters And How To Get It Right

It doesn’t matter how great your product is or how much profit you show on paper. If you don’t have cash in the bank...

By: Her Agenda · 6 months ago

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Navigating The Challenges Of Scaling A Business

Scaling a business involves more than earning revenue — it’s about expanding vision, responsibility and resilience. This journey comes with unique obstacles — gendered...

By: Mia Barnes · 6 months ago

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Famous Amos Empowers Black Entrepreneurs With $50,000 In Funding Plus Resources

Famous Amos, in partnership with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), announced the winners of its fifth annual Ingredients...

Camesha Jones-Brandon, founder of Sista Afya

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The Restorative Work Of Sista Afya And Camesha Jones-Brandon

While nearly one million people live on the South Side of Chicago, most mental health organizations are located elsewhere...

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How To Rest Without A Vacation As A Black Woman Entrepreneur

Even though, statistically and culturally, Black women are leading the charge as the most dynamic force in American entrepreneurship, they are the ones that...

By: IMAN M'FAH TRAORE · 6 months ago

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How To Stress Test Your Small Business Finances (Before It’s Too Late)

When the economy takes a hit, small businesses usually feel it first. Inflation, rising interest rates, or global disruptions can shrink margins fast. During...

By: Her Agenda · 6 months ago

Founders of The Stir celebrating their spring launch and ribbon cutting event.

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How Three Asheville Women Filled A Need In Their Community With ‘The Stir’

Katie McDonald, Sabrina Hill, and Samantha Coffin, three business owners from Asheville, North Carolina, saw a need in their community of entrepreneurs. They sought...

By: Chinenye Onyeike · 6 months ago

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Innovative Marketing Strategies For Women-Owned Startups

In today’s crowded digital marketplace, a sharp marketing strategy isn’t just nice to have — it’s essential for survival. For women launching startups —...

By: Mia Barnes · 6 months ago

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Budgeting For Big Life Changes: Marriage, Children, And Beyond

Adulting throws so many changes at you, sometimes all at once. Budgeting can help soften the blow of life, as it helps you prepare...

By: Candis McDow · 6 months ago

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Building Resilience: Women Share Their Career Comeback Stories

When Esperanza Pacheco first took on the role of director at a public library, she felt confident. She is...

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Why And When To Switch Business Bank Accounts

Switching your business bank account might seem annoying or even unnecessary, but it often represents a growth step for...

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How These Four Women Launched Businesses With Less Than $5,000

People are starting businesses at higher rates than ever before. According to data from the US Census Bureau, 5,481,437 new businesses were started in...

By: Starr Rocque · 6 months ago

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Navigating Financial Planning For Single Mothers

Financial planning is essential in today’s times, especially in this economy. Not knowing where your next dollar will come from can be a crazy...

By: Candis McDow · 6 months ago

Growth & Scaling

How Women Are Launching Their Most Successful Startups After 40

At 40-plus, many women are embracing entrepreneurship in ways they never did in their 20s or 30s. With decades of experience, stronger financial footing,...

By: Kehinde Adepetun · 6 months ago

Scaling Success: How Top Entrepreneurs And Leaders Delegate to Drive Growth

You don’t have to do it all—and you’re not meant to. One of the hardest but most transformative parts of leadership is learning what...

By: Her Agenda · 6 months ago

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How Janelle Farris Has Quietly, But Powerfully, Reshaped Brooklyn Communities

Janelle Farris is the first African American woman to lead Brooklyn Community Services, a 159-year old organization that provides services and resources such as...

By: Candis McDow · 6 months ago

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The Role Of Technology In Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

Women-owned businesses now represent 39.1% of all businesses (over 14 million) and employ 12.2 million workers, generating $2.7 trillion...

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The Art Of Letting Go: How Savvy Business Leaders Grow By Delegating

Delegation is more than a skill, it’s an art. It requires self-awareness, trust, and a willingness to evolve. But...

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Leigh Burgess Tells Us How To Live The BOLD Way

Leigh Burgess is a “USA Today” bestselling author (Be BOLD Today), a seven-figure entrepreneur, and co-founder of Bold Industries Group. Through her “BOLD Framework” (Believe-Own-Learn-Design),...

By: Candis McDow · 7 months ago

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Collab Capital’s $75M Fund II Doubles Down On Community-Centered Investing

Collab Capital, the venture firm investing in community outcomes, has closed Fund II with $75 million. Investors in the fund partners include Apple, Leon...

By: Mariah Towles · 7 months ago

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5 Creative Ways To Fund Your Business

Launching a successful business takes a great idea, but it also takes capital to turn that idea into a reality. While some businesses require...

By: Her Agenda · 7 months ago

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Inside The 2025 BOMESI Summit’s Bold Vision For Diverse-Owned Media

Held in the heart of Detroit, a city synonymous with Black innovation and cultural legacy, the 2025 BOMESI Summit brought together media publishers, platforms,...

By: Gillian Smith · 7 months ago

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The Case For The ‘Summer Soft Life’ And Why Rest Is A Career Strategy

As the summer begins to heat up, embracing a “soft life” has become more appealing and amplified socially. A soft life is one that’s...

By: Candis McDow · 7 months ago

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How To Nail Your First Big Investor Meeting

The average employee spends an average of 392 hours in meetings every year. Fifty-two percent of these individuals begin...

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Lessons From Women Entrepreneurs Who Bootstrapped Their Startups

Bootstrapping originates from the idea of pulling oneself over a fence by bootstraps. In business, it means doing your...

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How To Navigate The Ebbs And Flows Of Entrepreneurship Without Freaking Out

The ebbs and flows of entrepreneurship aren’t always easy but more women are becoming entrepreneurs than ever before. However, no one really prepares you...

By: Caitlin Elizabeth · 7 months ago

Beauty

‘Let’s Share’ Conference Spotlights How Friends Can Be ‘The Glory In Your Story’

There is a popular meme circulating that says, “Instead of baby showers, let’s host business showers. When a friend starts a business, we all...

By: Jamishia Smith · 7 months ago

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How Entrepreneurs Are Using AI To Grow Smarter In A Slowing Economy

Artificial intelligence is becoming a trusted tool in the everyday operations of small businesses. But today, it’s not just about productivity gains. According to...

By: Her Agenda · 7 months ago

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Four Platforms To Simplify Marketing For Small Business Owners

According to Forbes, small business owners are struggling to market their goods and services. Many small business owners report not having enough time for marketing...

By: Elissa Spinner · 7 months ago

Entrepreneurship

How To Create A Seamless Onboarding Experience For Referral Clients

First impressions are crucial in business, and for referral clients, that idea is already taking shape. They’ve likely heard positive feedback or received a...

By: Mia Barnes · 7 months ago