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Alicia Keys Tweets Her Own Death For AIDS Awareness

The singer and her celeb friends swear off Twitter and Facebook to raise money for a good cause

More than 2 million followers mourn Keys' Twitter death.
Social media has become a huge part…

By Anslem Samuel

Posted: November 29, 2010 Tags: AIDS, Alicia Keys, charity, Facebook, Khloe Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Lady Gaga, Serena Williams, Swizz Beatz, Twitter, Usher, World AIDS day

Washington Report: Congresswoman Maxine Waters Wants Her Day in Court

The ethics committee asks for more time to build its case against her

Rep. Maxine Waters is calling on the ethics committee to schedule her trial before the…

By Joyce Jones

Posted: November 29, 2010 Tags: Charlie Rangel, Congress, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, ethics violations, Rep. Maxine Waters, trial, Washington Report

So You’ve Been Fired… Now What?

6 steps to take immediately after getting the axe

Here are steps to take upon being terminated from employment, whether you were fired or…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: November 29, 2010 Tags: Employment, human resources, job loss, job seekers, job seeking, Jobs, labor resources, layoffs, termination, Unemployment

POLL: Can President Obama Still Bring About the Change We Need?

How should Obama proceed with the “new Congress?”

By BLACK ENTERPRISE

Posted: November 29, 2010 Tags: Michelle Obama, Obama administration, Obama Generation, president barack obama, President Obama

How to Affect Positive Change in Your Business

5 tips for putting your company on the fast track to success

A company is operating efficiently when it is achieving three things: retaining old customers, attracting…

By Tamara E. Holmes

Posted: November 26, 2010 Tags: business strategy, company growth, corporate strategy, How To, small business strategy

Calling All Moviemakers!

Sprite Refreshing Films gives teens who are creative writers and filmmakers a chance to see their dreams on the big screen

Sprite Refreshing Films is giving young filmmakers a chance to get their ideas to the…

By LaToya M. Smith

Posted: November 25, 2010 Tags: Film, film training, teens

10 Ning Networks You Need to Know

Connect with those who�ve already launched a business, grow with those who are trying to, and take advantage of helpful resources along the way

Here are 10 Ning networks you need to know so you can connect with those…

By Arlice Nichole

Posted: November 24, 2010 Tags: business networks, business resources, Ning, professional networks

Start an internship/externship: While you may only be out of school for a month and a half, it is still enough time to gain on-the-job experience with an externship or an internship. If need a jumping off point, reach out to professors, mentors and your network and spread the word that your looking to work over the break. Also, read your local newspaper to find out which companies are laying off workers--they'll be hard pressed to turn down free labor.

5 Winter Break Career Development Tips for College Students

Here are five things you can do this winter break to boost your resume and…

By Renita Burns

Posted: November 24, 2010 Tags: Careers, college, college financing, college students, Education, start up business

Don't buy a product that doesn't meet your needs “It looks like a lot of the e-readers advertised on Black Friday sales are pretty good deals,” says Bradford. It is rumored that the Barnes and Noble Nook, which is usually $150 will be $99 just for Black Friday at Best Buy. “The only caveat is that it has WiFi and not 3G,” says Bradford. 3G is better because you can get an internet connection anywhere there is a cell phone signal, regardless of whether or not there is a WiFi signal. Also, the Nook gets free access to 3G and WiFi on AT&T’s network. “If WiFi is fine with you then that is a really good deal, says Bradford. “Most people aren’t going to need to download a book while standing out on a street corner.” But if downloading a book on the fly is your thing then you might want to spend more for 3G. Leading up to Black Friday stay informed about new models that are soon to be released. A lot of brands will be releasing newer models towards the end of this year and the beginning of the next year. If having the latest product is important to you, don’t buy an older version just because it is on sale.

SLIDESHOW: What to Look for When Buying Electronics on Black Friday

Make your list and check it twice. We tell you what to look for when hitting the store

Planning to purchase a laptop or other electronic on Black Friday, but not sure if…

By Marcia Wade Talbert

Posted: November 24, 2010 Tags: Black Friday, electronics, holiday shopping, Personal Technology, smart shopping

Could an Independent School be an Option for Your Child?

With financial aid, community organizations and a support network, you may have more educational options than you think

Education is a hot topic these days, especially in light of the provocative, powerful film…

By Robin White Goode

Posted: November 24, 2010 Tags: A Better Chance, Early Steps, Education, Education Financing, financial aid, independent schools, National Associationi of Independent Schools, private schools, public schools, Waiting for Superman