National Non-Profit Day #FWDBrief
On August 17th, the United States celebrates National Nonprofit Day to recognize the nonprofit sector’s impact and highlight the importance of charitable organizations nationwide.
Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Mia LeBlon Noir #AANHPI
During Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, our Nation celebrates the diversity of cultures, breadth of achievement, and remarkable contributions of these communities!
A Few Ways to Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month #JAHM
Established by the Presidential proclamation in 2006 Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) is an opportunity for all Americans to honor and draw inspiration from the contributions that Jewish Americans have made to the fabric of our nation’s history and culture.
4 Ways To Foster Better Work-Life Balance As A Solopreneur
There are ways to foster a better work-life balance as a solopreneur (without sacrificing your values along the way). Here are some tips that can easily be added to your weekly routine.
4 No-Brainer Ways You Can Support Small Business Owners
Although it seems second nature for others to know how to support you and your business venture, you’d be surprised how many people aren’t exactly sure how they can support small business owners or what they really need.
How To Effectively Market Yourself On A Budget
There are plenty of ways to effectively market yourself on a budget. Here are some tips that I’ve learned and used as small business owner and freelancer over the past decade and how they can help you!
Pride Month Spotlight: Celebrating Trailblazing Black Queens of Music from the Queer Community
Queer people have played a substantial role in every facet of modern music, yet it’s not often that lesbian, bi, queer, or trans women are celebrated for their contributions. It’s taken a long time for queens from the community to get their due, though they’ve inspired and shaped the music industry for centuries.
Buying Black: The Difference Between Black-Owned vs. Black Themed
From music to movies to fashion and everything in between, Black culture has influenced the products created and consumed around the world. Here is what you need to know about the difference between Black-owned and Black-themed.
Family by Choice: Work-Life Balance Includes Friendship
The last two years have had a significant impact on our relationships, careers, and lives as a whole. However, we have learned the value of work-life balance (and that includes friendship).
10 Tips To Manage Anxiety as an Entrepreneur
“The new normal” is a phrase used to encompass this ambiguous period as we continue navigating the new standards and changes of this pandemic climate. For entrepreneurs, learning how to manage anxiety is a huge part of this shift.
Challenges Female Leaders Face And How To Overcome Them
When it comes to gender equality, the average American workplace still has a long way to go. Fortunately, there are still ways women can combat this issue and ultimately achieve success as leaders.
7 FinTech Tools to Take Small Business Financial Planning to The Next Level
Good financial planning keeps you on track as your small business grows, when challenges arise, and when unexpected crises hit. Here are seven leading tech tools to help take your small business financial planning to the next level!
Entrepreneurial Financing: The Role Of Community In Crowdfunding
All roads to Crowdfunding success—with every approach and method—leads right to community. As such, here are a few tips for building a community around your brand.
Recap: FWD Summit 2022
All the highlights, key takeaways, and breakdown of who, what, and where from the FWD Summit 2022 event!
Tax Filing Season: Top Deductions for Small Business You Should Know in 2022
With tax filing season upon us, let’s discuss tax deductions, tracking deductible expenses, and breakdown some of the write-offs that you don’t want to miss!
Social and Financial Capital: Resources To Help Close The Black Female Funding Gap
“How do we increase the availability of traditional capital funding sources for Black women entrepreneurs?” This generation of entrepreneurs is committed to executing their passions by any means and are trailblazing unique paths to accomplish their goals.
6 Skills You Need To Become A Powerful Leader
Being a leader is not a function or official title; in fact, true leadership is a set of behaviors and a charismatic attitude that make others want to respect and take note. Here are some suggestions to help you become a powerful leader.
5 Negotiating Skills You Need To Succeed
When you sharpen your negotiation skills, you can better work with others, articulate your perspective while honoring other people’s thoughts/feelings, and expertly handle conflict and confrontation.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: DEI Initiatives to Honor Black Voices Every Month
Here are some ways that businesses can go beyond the performative activism of 28 days to champion Black people, culture, and achievements 365 days a year.