5 Things to Look for in a Virtual Mentor
Columnist Marshawn Evans tells how to expand your options by creating a virtual network
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Natural Hair is Big Business For Black Entrepreneurs
Mahisha Dellinger, Nikki Walton, Shelley Davis, Lisa Price, and sisters Titi and Miko Branch are pioneers of the natural hair movement which has led to many women of color to embracing and appreciating their curls.
Making the Right Moves on the Net
When Candi Carter launched a line of educational DVDs for children in March, she had to confront a lack of cash. “We didn’t have a multimillion dollar budget,†Carter says. So instead of paying for advertising, the 40-year-old mom and television producer turned to social media—blogs, online videos and social networking sites such as Twitter (www.twitter.com) and Facebook (www.facebook.com)—to expose her business to potential customers and build a brand.
Yogapreneur: Nikki Myers Recharges Life with 12-Step Yoga Program
Nikki Meyers overcame addiction and infused yoga into her recovery, creating a program to help others as well.
Rihanna to Receive Highest Honor at the 51st NAACP Image Awards
In honor of Rihanna’s entrepreneurial and philanthropic work, the NAACP Image Awards will present her with the prestigious President’s Award.