February 9, 2012 4:27 AM • Log In • REGISTER

HOT TOPICS:

Tag Archives: entertainment industry

Actor Michael Ealy is More than Just Eye Candy

The 'Think Like a Man' star talks diversity of roles—from 'Underworld' to 'Unconditional'

Diversifying his roles with Underworld Awakening & Think Like a Man, actor Michael Ealy moves…

By Tomika Anderson

Posted: January 20, 2012 Tags: Acting, black actors, black films, black hollywood, Chris Brown, Common Law, entertainment, entertainment industry, film industry, Gabrielle Union, Hollywood, Ice Cube, Meagan Good, michael ealy, Steve Harvey, Taraji P. Henson, Think Like a Man, Underworld, Underworld: Awakening, USA Networks

There have been many black films that inspire, enrage, encourage and invigorate. And several of those have reflected real-life scenarios that we all have seen in our own lives --- especially when it comes to the workplace.

Here are six films with black actors that feature career issues and have taught all of us lessons about art reflecting life. ---Janell Hazelwood

6 Best Black Career Films of All Time

These movies taught lessons on workplace and career issues

These are six of the best films with black actors that incorporated everyday workplace issues.

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: January 17, 2012 Tags: Acting, black films, black hollywood, career advancement, Def Jam, Denzel Washington, discrimination, Eartha Kitt, Eddie Murphy, employee, employee rights, entertainment, entertainment industry, film business, Grace Jones, Halle Berry, hip-hop industry, hip-hop renamed, indenpendent films, interoffice affairs, interoffice communication, interoffice conflict, marriage, music business, Music Industry, racism, Robin Givens, Russell Simmons, Samuel L. Jackson, Will Smith, workers' rights, workplace politics

How I Did It: Celebrity Event Planner Diann Valentine’s Business of Love

Events entrepreneur turned passion for amour into lucrative ventures

Events entrepreneur’s dream of mixing love and business evolves into lucrative venture that includes publishing…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: January 13, 2012 Tags: Basketball Wives, black brides, brides, celebrity wedding, Chad Ochocinco, Diann Valentine, entertainment industry, Evelyn Lozada, event planning, Jennifer Williams, nuptials, reality TV, Toni Braxton, WE tv, wedding, wedding finances, wedding planning

POLL: Is Traditional Business Attire Becoming Obsolete?

Reality star Yandy Smith's 'business chic' raises question of office style

The fashion of businesswoman and Love & Hip Hop star Yandy Smith raises a vital…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: January 11, 2012 Tags: career advancement, career development, career transition, corporate America, dress code, entertainment industry, fashion, Love & Hip-Hop, office attire, office dress code, office fashion, reality TV, VH1, workplace fashion, Yandy Smith

WATCH: Woman of Power Dionne Warwick on Building a Legacy

The legend receives a coveted Legacy Award at 2012 Women of Power Summit

The legend receives a coveted Legacy Award at this year’s Women of Power Summit

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: January 5, 2012 Tags: 2012 women of power summit, Dionne Warwick, entertainment industry, Legacy Awards, Music, Video, Women of Power

LISTEN: Kandi Burruss Talks Adult Toy Expansion, New Talent Show

Real Housewives of Atlanta star wants to make her brand a bankable one

Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Kandi Burruss, talks developing her adult toy line, expanding into…

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: December 5, 2011 Tags: adult entertainment, adult entertainment industry, adult toy industry, entertainment, entertainment industry, fashion industry, Kandi Burruss, Kandi Koated Nights, Music Industry, porn industry, Real Housewives of Atlanta, reality TV, sex toys, VH1

Kandi Koated Mogul: Reality TV Star Diversifies Portfolio with Adult Toys, New Talent Show

How Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member diversifies ventures to build wealth

Music artist and songwriter Kandi Burruss has used reality TV fame to expand her multi-million-dollar…

By Lamont Baldwin

Nicki Minaj Becomes a True Barbie

The rapper/actress proves that she is clearly not playing when it comes to establishig herself as a major brand

Mattell announces Nicki Minaj Barbie doll as the rapper/actress proves that she is clearly determined…

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: December 2, 2011 Tags: Barbie, business deals, celebrities, entertainment, entertainment industry, Mattel, Music Industry, Nicki Minaj, Nicki Minaj Barbie doll, rappers

VH1's top-rated show Love & Hip Hop might be known more for the brawls and drama than for its lessons on business acumen, but entertainment manager Yandy Smith proves there's more to the industry than reality TV fodder. Smith's worked her way up from being an assistant to industry power player and Violator Management co-founder Mona Scott-Young, to working with top talent including music artists 50 Cent, Missy Elliot, Busta Rhymes, Jim Jones, and television personality Tocarra.

Just in time for tonight's episode, Smith shares five tips for success that can be applied to any industry---for those just starting out on their career path or those looking to take it to the next level. ---Janell Hazelwood

Young Boss Moves: 5 Success Tips from Love & Hip Hop’s Yandy Smith

Entertainment manager talks career strategies for success

Tips from entertainment manager and Love and Hip Hop cast member Yandy Smith on how…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: November 21, 2011 Tags: 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, career development, career transition, Chrissy Lampkin, entertainment industry, entertainment management, hip-hop renamed, intern, Internships, Jim Jones, job seeker, jobs, Love and Hip Hop, Missy Elliot, Music, reality TV, VH1, Yandy Smith, young boss, young entrepreneurs, young professionals

Yandy Smith, of VH1's Love & Hip Hop (Season 2), says she wanted to add a different view of women in the industry. (Image: Smith)

Entertainment Manager Yandy Smith Explains the Business of ‘Love & Hip-Hop’

Young powerhouse talks reality TV, success, and women's empowerment

Yandy Smith, co-star on VH1′s Love & Hip-Hop season two, talks about how reality TV…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: November 14, 2011 Tags: branding, Busta Rhymes, Chrissy Lampkin, entertainment industry, Everything Girls Love, hip-hop renamed, Howard University, Internship, Jim Ackerman, Jim Jones, Love & Hip-Hop, Missy Elliott, Mona Scott-Young, Music Industry, reality TV, Toccara, VH1, Violator Management, Women of Power, Yandy Smith