By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint One of the most crucial elements for success in any business is having exceptional talent. As job seekers continue to increase, it is important to connect with the right people. CareerBuilder provides valuable insights on making your company appealing to job seekers and utilizing effective tools to find them: 1….
By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint Media Intelligent cashflow management is the essential fuel of startups and digital businesses, particularly in a challenging economy. According to experts, it can mean the difference between surviving, thriving and failure. “Poor cashflow management will kill your business. In fact, it’s killed some of the biggest businesses in the world….
By: d-mars.com News Provider Brand Point Remote work is on the decline. Today, more large companies are pushing for their employees to come back to the office. Job postings for remote positions have decreased, and now new research shows the pandemic-driven work-from-home era may be over. The most recent Labor Department study shows nearly 75%…
By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint It’s that time of year again. Time to renew the commercial insurance policy for your business. When it comes to commercial coverage, liability and property coverages are common but sometimes they’re not sufficient to protect your business from common risks. “We’re seeing several claims from business owners who incorrectly assumed…
By: d-mars.com News Provider When should you ask your employer for a raise? The timing for asking your employer for a raise can vary depending on several factors. Here are some considerations to help you determine the right time to approach your employer: Remember, each situation is unique, and the timing for asking for a…
By: d-mars.com News Provider Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Serena Williams has announced the start of production on her new ESPN series, In the Arena: Serena Williams. Williams ruled tennis for over 20 years, winning 23 Grand Slams (singles). Like the Emmy-winning Man in the Arena: Tom Brady, the Serena Williams installment…
The late Noel Pinnock, who also was a contributing writer, penned this insightful piece regarding the makings of a leader in 2019. He detailed how he used those tools both personally and professionally deeming them invaluable in business and everyday life: Leadership begins with you and success rests in the arms of those who you…
Even as minority business owners face new economic challenges, including supply chain disruptions and inflation, results from PNC’s recent Economic Outlook survey show an impressive resiliency and positive mindset among these business leaders, according to Marshalyn Odneal, national sales executive for Minority Business at PNC Bank. According to PNC’s survey, more than two-thirds (68%) of…
Snoop Dogg, the hip-hop legend and business mogul, has joined entrepreneur Neko Sparks in a bid to buy the National Hockey League’s Ottawa Senators. In an Instagram post, Snoop announced his involvement. Snoop wrote to his 80 million fans, “It’s crazy what Neko Sparks is trying to do in Ottawa.” “I’m excited about being a…
May might have been National Small Business Month. However, that doesn’t mean suggestions for progress have to be pigeonholed. The idea is to celebrate the accomplishments of small business owners, take a closer look at the challenges they face, and connect them with valuable resources. “Being a small business owner within an ever-changing landscape can…
What you may not know is that a lot of Black business owners frequently face exorbitant interest rates and difficulty obtaining bank loans, even with excellent personal credit. As a result, Black entrepreneurs lack the required start-up capital, causing them to accrue higher debt-to-revenue ratios and ultimately fail to sustain their companies. In the Houston…
Millennials are a generation with unique financial challenges. Seven in 10 possess student loan debt, according to the Institute for College Access and Success’ “12th Annual Report, Student Debt and the Class of 2016.” Combined with car loans, housing expenses and entry level salaries, it’s no surprise to learn that many young workers lack the…
It’s a question that many members of the modern workforce are consistently asking themselves. Working a 9-5, 8-4, 7-3, or the late shift can become very laborious to some after a while. While some employees relish in the routine, others may not be well adjusted – and that is okay! According to Sage.com, work-life balance…
The debate on whether in-person working environments versus remote has come into play. Some workers believe that in-person work leads to better problem-solving tactics, beneficial training, especially for new employees while strengthening corporate settings. eCommerce Business John Wright, who operates a small internet-based service helping consumers receive discounted packaged deals on cellular phones and plans,…
Even as they ride out inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions and economic uncertainty, women owners and executives of small and mid-size majority-women-owned businesses have an optimistic outlook about the near-term future of their businesses, according to a recent survey. The PNC Bank survey found that women business owner (WBO) expectations for their own companies remain…
“That’s when I realized that I had fallen in love with not just makeup, but making people feel good about themselves. I was good at my job.” LAMIK CEO kim Roxie , 2022 Kim Roxie, founder of LAMIK Beauty, has always been passionate about revealing the inner beauty in everyone. Through founding a successful business…
You’ve worked hard to build your business, pouring your heart and soul into its success. You’ve had to tackle complex problems and sometimes make tough decisions. It’s not always clear which choices are best when running a business, but there is one thing you know for sure: thoughtful planning always pays off. The same is…
If you’re asked for names of well-known entrepreneurs, a few obvious contenders might come to mind, like Bill Gates or Steve Jobs. A recent survey asked questions about who are the most successful entrepreneurs – revealing insights into what people think it takes to make it big. In the new survey, commissioned by Herbalife Nutrition,…
Vice President Kamala Harris used her time at Freedman’s Bank Forum to announce new public and private-sector efforts to advance racial equity. Harris said the administration recognizes the continued difficulty that Black-owned businesses have in finding funding. She acknowledged that they routinely are the first to suffer during an economic downturn. Among a slate of…
We hear the term “women’s empowerment,” but do we really stand on it? Backbiting, catfights, and jealousy seem to be the norm depicted on reality TV and in the media when it comes to women and their circles. But Charlene Taylor, the founder, owner, and CEO of Sexy Diva World, Inc.,successfully leads this global movement…