How To Really Take Advantage Of Your Network
Determining your success in your career field sometimes depends on the relationships you create. Being successful is not accomplished alone—it takes a team of successful people that have established a relationship through networking. One important key to climbing the ladder in your career is to genuinely build and nurture your relationships. Read below on how to really take advantage […]
Here’s What You Need to Know Before Jumping into a New Industry
Breaking into a new career can be a bit terrifying, especially when you don’t have much experience in that career, however, it’s not impossible. There are several ways to break into a new career—even if you’ve never done it before. Here’s what you need to know before jumping into a new industry. Be Willing to […]
5 Ways to Stay Motivated During Your Job Search
Job searching can be one of the most tedious and toughest processes. Constant resume writing, job list hunting, networking, and elevator pitches. At times it can be completely discouraging and redundant. Whatever the feeling of job searching may give you—just know you are not alone. It’s important to keep your spirits up and remind yourself why […]
What to Consider Before Saying Yes to a New Role
On the hunt for a new job? We totally understand the struggle. While the job search process may seem like it is never ending for some, it is such a joyous occasion when the coveted offer letter hits your email inbox. And although you may be extremely excited to receive an offer, here’s what to consider […]
Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Business Mentor
Making the decision to take on a business mentor can be a bit of a challenge. Finding out why you may need a business mentor and simply finding the best mentor for you can also be a challenge. Relying on a business mentor can be beneficial for several aspects in your life—professional development, personal development, mental development, […]
4 Ways to Meaningfully Connect with Your Audience for Lasting Influence
How are you connecting with your audience? What are you doing to make sure you have a lasting impact and truly make a difference in your target audience’s lives? When it comes to creating a successful business, the most important aspect and fact is to make sure your target audience is engaged. How are you connecting and […]
Refreshing Your Personal Brand
Whether you are an entrepreneur or corporate queen, taking time to build your personal brand is crucial to growing your career in today’s market. You may think your reputation is enough to get your foot in the door, and in some cases it is, however alongside your reputation is another “r” word we like to call: Reach. And […]
Scaling Your Business to the Next Level
Building a business is one thing— scaling it to actually grow and take it to the next level is a completely other thing. Are you currently in a position where your small business could use a little revamping and revitalization? Do you find yourself trying to find new and innovative ways to maintain the freshness of […]
Here’s What You Need to Know When Preparing for your Business Pitch
Two minutes – You probably wait longer for coffee at your local shop every morning. Two minutes can seem like a very short time, but if you’re pitching your small business for funding and investors – it can seem like a lifetime. How many times have you found yourself in the “hotseat” of pitching and advocating for […]
Planning the Roadmap for Your Business: Presented by Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator
Planning the roadmap for your business can look very different depending on what stage you’re at. As a business owner, you’re constantly having to analyze and tweak different strategies within your business to reach your set business goals – this is when a business roadmap comes into play. Using this specific plan as a guiding […]
