Calling on a New Generation of Giants
I’m calling on the next generation of black leaders and courageous visionaries, dedicated soldiers in the ongoing battle for equal justice and opportunity, to be the giants our world needs now.
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Financial Illiteracy Will Make Us a Permanent Underclass
These days, I’ve become increasingly alarmed by the growing pattern of recklessness and neglect that seems to govern the management of our personal finances. Recent actions—or I should say inaction—by large numbers of African Americans have prompted me to suggest taking a bold step and declare a state of financial emergency. I make this assertion not for dramatic effect but to bring attention to the need for us to take corrective measures. If not, this self-destructive behavior will continue to threaten the future of our families for generations to come.
Marketing in the Digital World
For many entrepreneurs and small business owners, the term “social media†conjures up the image of a daunting Tower of Babel. Adopting digital as part of an overall marketing, sales, and branding strategy can be intimidating at best and a disaster at worst if implemented incorrectly. But simply ignoring social media tools can be costly. According to an Arbitron Inc. and Edison Research report, 48% of all Americans 12 and older have a social networking profile. This means millions of potential clients, listeners, and viewers are waiting to do business with you.
Why Board Service Matters
When BLACK ENTERPRISE published its first exclusive report on black board service in 1973, there were 72 African Americans serving on the boards of about 100 corporations. In the ensuing...
5 Good Reasons to Axe a Credit Card Account
Most credit experts say it's not a good idea to close a credit account, but in these cases, it may be more than ideal.