For most people, playing sports is just another way to have fun with friends, let off steam, or get some exercise. But for entrepreneurs, sometimes it means something more. Meet Derrick McNeil. Growing up in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, Derrick loved playing sports and even attended college
When the lockdowns first began last year, every entrepreneur had to learn how to adapt to a new society where social distancing was the norm and most business was conducted online. Although many businesses were able to thrive during the pandemic, some, understandably, did not.
Raising capital for your startup is not easy. It is even more difficult if you are a woman, particularly a woman of color. However, Black women have recently begun to turn that around. According to CNN Business, Black women are the fastest growing group of
If there was one case study you could write about the state of an entrepreneur’s mental health and how money does not necessarily equate to happiness, it is the tragic case of Tony Hsieh. Tony Hsieh seemed to have everything going for him. He founded
If you live in New York, you might have seen the “same ole dudes” standing in line for big events. From Broadway shows to getting the newest iPhone, there are people who get paid to wait in line for others. And you can be one
2020 has been a tough year for most sectors, especially with regard to business growth. With 2021 approaching, the outlook is brighter; vaccinations are beginning to be rolled out and the future of businesses seems more promising. In fact, it may be the one of
When you were a kid cutting grass in the middle of the summer, pushing a lawn mower heavier than you with the sun beating down on your shoulders, did you ever think there had to be an easier way? Evan Utterback, Owner of Remote Control
The CBD industry’s popularity has boomed over the last couple of years and many businesses are now thriving in the green rush. However, there is one problem many CBD businesses fall into and that is a lack of transparency about their products. Sabrina Didado, CEO
Mark Marsolais-Nahwegahbow is the founder of Birch Bark Coffee Company, a company that promises excellence with each sip of coffee while also promising to give back to Indigenous communities. Mark is Ojibwe and a Band Member of Whitefish River First Nation, located on Birch Island, Ontario.
Being your own boss. Many people dream about it; not as many get to live it. But if it’s something you’re considering, let me be the first to discourage you from sharing the vision with your 9 to 5 co-workers. As much as they complain
A lot of the freedoms we have in our country we owe to our veterans. They put their lives on the line to defend our rights, whether it be voting or launching our own businesses. In honor of Veterans Day 2020, we have gathered the
You had one job! This phrase is an ever-popular meme in today’s culture. Usually the headline to someone making a huge, obvious mistake. However, as an entrepreneur or business owner, it is rarely ever a statement that we feel applies to our daily lives. We
Imagine you are a young college student. You just got done running laps at track practice and are on your way to the mall to earn some extra cash as a shoe shiner. You’re going about your business, shining away, when suddenly your client asks
“America was built by immigrants,” A common proverb that we have heard throughout our lives living in this country. However, we should say, “America depends on immigrants.” We are also told time and time again that America is the land of opportunity, and it’s hard
Have a million dollar startup idea? All it takes to get it off the ground is hard work, smart investments, and, sometimes, meeting the right shark. The ABC show Shark Tank is one of the most successful venture capital firms in the world. Since 2009,
What does it mean to have a mentor? It means having someone to confide in who will give you candid advice. It means having someone to rely on when the chips are down. So how do you go about finding a mentor? According to Jeff
Agathe Likoba has done it again by cranking out new designs and products to amaze the fashion world. Even though the pandemic had caused many to hunker down, Agathe did not allow that time to alter her creative energy and go on pause. Recently, she
The world is full of fearless innovators. Meet the Rising Stars making a difference in their communities and industries. Who is Martin Martinez? Martin Martinez Founder of A-Player Media standing next to mural of Martin Luther King Jr. and Cesar Chavez Martin Martinez is the
It’s no secret that being a Latin American in the United States is hard. In the late 1980s, when the Immigration Reform and Control Act was signed into place, Latin Americans experienced discrimination in the workforce from employers who refused to hire individuals that appeared
The world is full of fearless innovators. Meet the Rising Stars making a difference in their communities and industries. Who is Trinity Jagdeo? Trinity Jagdeo is the founder and CEO of From We Can’t To We Can. At 19 years old, she is also a
