Would you build a home on land you don’t own? Then, why are you building a brand you don’t own? — There are 582 million entrepreneurs worldwide, according to thinkimpact.com. Yet according to Chicago Trademark Attorney Rosezena J. Pierce Esq., many of those same business owners skip a crucial step when building their company. She calls it, “securing the brand.” But don’t worry, I’m here to help and make sure you…

Think you can write a TV show? Here’s what it takes. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, constant thoughts and perspectives run circles through our minds. Yet there’s only a select amount of people who can take those ideas, create a plan, and turn them into something special. Ryan Richmond is one of them. The DC native is an award-winning director, producer, and…

“The younger generation are not just consumers. They’re empowered by their agency.” Content rules the world. The number of podcasts, videos, and influencers is endless. Yet if I asked you to name a few, I’m guessing it wouldn’t take long for you to yell out your favorites. But do you…

“We are looking for like-minded agents that want to grow and thrive. I believe in building a strong solid team of accountability and dedication to assisting others. Real estate is a consistent topic that seems to keep popping up in discussions among friends and colleagues. Some are embarking on their…

This may sound childish to some of you. But, I have a strict rule against going out on weeknights. Between juggling a full-time job and working as a part-time producer, I like keeping my evenings quiet. But, every now and then something special comes along that I can’t turn…

“We have dream lives, not dream jobs.” — As part of AT&T’s Dream in Black series, three young entrepreneurs won $10,000 to grow and cultivate their businesses. The three-part event, produced by TV One, was hosted by entrepreneur Lori Harvey and AT&T’s Black Future-Maker Terrell Grice. Recently, I got the opportunity to catch up with Terrell and the…

Make Your Presents Extra Special While Supporting Small Businesses Are you one of the many people who feel like Christmas came faster than planned? Don’t worry you’re not alone, it seems as if everyone I’ve spoken to feels the exact same way. Some blame the pandemic while others attribute it to a simple loss of time. Either way, they’re…

How she crushes stereotypes and makes her dreams come true in the process. First of all, if the title surprised you, then you might be a little late to the party. Lauren “Lolo” Spencer is an actress and disability influencer who is currently starring in HBO Max’s The Sex Life…

If so, you might be offended after reading this. Iyore Odighizuwa is a hard-working Nigerian-American whose career encompasses many areas of media and communications including radio, filmmaking, and voiceover acting. Her latest project is a podcast that explores the word “akata,” a term some deem derogatory, that is used by…