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Why I can't quit!

Written by Serene Bridgett Hollingsworth
Tuesday, 09 May 2006
Serene Bridgett Hollingsworth There is something within me, His power, which compels me to trust and press. In you is that same Source. Through the doubt, pain, stress, and sweat, I dare not quit because at the end of the day it’s not about me, but the Giver of the gift—His vision and purpose for me. Read More Add Comment (0) Hits: 343

Is Minority Business Development Really an Economic Development Tool?

Written by Melvin J. Gravely, Ph.D
Tuesday, 07 March 2006
Melvin J. Gravely, Ph.D The short answer is NO. Minority business development has not been an economic development tool. At least not to the extent it could be. It has been a good idea. It has been the right thing to do. It does matter socially to communities. But it has been underutilized as a tool for economic development. Read More Add Comment (0) Hits: 456

Six Steps to Attracting Black Customers Online

Written by Jamila White
Friday, 17 February 2006
Jamila White Understanding the importance of relationships is key to attracting African-American buyers online. Here are a few practical tips to getting Black customers to buy more from your Web site. Read More Add Comment (0) Hits: 387

The Power of Assumptions

Written by Franne McNeal
Thursday, 19 January 2006
Franne McNeal As a coach, I find that the mindset of the entrepreneur makes the difference. Specifically, the way that entrepreneurs look at situations, literally whether they view the situation as a problem or opportunity, shapes the outcome of the situation. Read More Add Comment (0) Hits: 424

Perspective

Written by Blanche Williams
Monday, 19 December 2005
Blanche Williams There’s always a new way to think; a new way to look at an old situation; a new twist on an old approach. Perspective provides a different view for a better you. Having a new life perspective will brighten your path to self-exploration and discovery. With clarity of perspective you can begin to understand and relate in a truer sense. It will allow an innovation of thought to emerge from within. Read More Add Comment (0) Hits: 415