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Produce Receipts or Let Amanda Seales Be
If this is an exhaustive list of why Amanda Seales isn’t “likable”, then we’re all in trouble.
When Black-Owned Brands Should Speak on Injustice
Black content creators generate the largest and most engaged online audiences and attract attention for the right and wrong reasons. When is it ever safe to speak out about injustice, if the backlash could affect bills getting paid?
Best Remote Work Cafes in Spain
A surge of remote workers and typically smaller European apartments means competition is high for finding places to work remotely. Below is a list ranking the most ideal coffee shops where you could comfortably set up shop, be productive, and enjoy a meal or two.
Why Self-Publishing Your Own Book is Essential (Hint: It's Related to The Little Mermaid)
Since Juneteenth is coming up, we’ll discuss supporting Black women writers and how to publish your own book. We’ll also explain why recent blockbusters like The Little Mermaid with Halle Bailey prove we need more Black women writers in Hollywood and in the book publishing industry.
Surviving the 2023 Writers Strike as an Independent Filmmaker
The impact of the current Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike has been obviously negative BUT indie filmmakers are in higher demand now IF they overcome these disruptions, based on executives at this year's Cannes Film Festival.
Stop Trying to Be a Finance/Tech Bro (Open Letter to Corporate Women)
What are the pros and cons of mimicking the finance and tech bros? Most of us might be on our way to jail if acting like Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) is part of our professional development.
Layoffs = Stronger Case for Socialism
YouTube is full of polarizing arguments about socialism vs. capitalism. You might be surprised that this debate started over 2,000 years ago, with Jesus Christ.
Tiny Homes, Big Dreams, and Femininity
For International Women’s Day, we’re exploring what it means to live as a Black feminine woman, and what (and how) to write about that experience.
How 3 Women Plan to Break Nigeria's Political Deadlock
Nigeria continues to rank among the lowest countries in Africa and globally for female representation in government. We can change that by amplifying and financially supporting women running for office.
Becoming a Radical Black Woman: What Women Behind MLK Taught Us
Black women behind MLK’s movement learned how to defend themselves. Their radical feminist approaches need to be taught and used more by Black women today.
I have 5 years to get my life together - here are 3 ways to do this.
I discovered three tricks to get your life as close to where you want it to be in the next five years, despite what the devil throws your way.
What 'Wakanda Forever' Get Right About Strong & Angry Black Women
The script shows what truly is #blackgirlmagic. And that’s finding a way to be strong, vulnerable, and strategic in a world that conspires against you.
How Starbucks Drinks Predict Your Leadership Traits
A fun, scientific method to understand my career paths and tap into my strong leadership traits. All revealed in the alluring aroma of a Starbucks cup.
Relocating to Kenya from the U.S. - Important Tips for Black Expats
Kenya is one of my top best countries to live in and best places to travel as a Black American expat. Here are some tips I’d give to prepare for moving abroad.
Is the EEOC Doing Enough To Protect Black Women With ADHD?
ADHD awareness means nothing if Black women don’t have enough protection under EEOC law.
Why Adding Ikigai to My Professional Development Saved My Career
The Strong Black Woman trope is a survival tactic that too many women depend on. Ikigai shows you how to take care of yourself while taking care of others.
Black Women Are Leaving the United States in Record Numbers—Here’s Why
The number of Black ex-pats, especially Black women, that are moving out of America is growing exponentially.
Three Eye-opening Benefits of a Terms & Conditions Contract for Freelancers
A terms & conditions (T&C) document is a great way to establish boundaries, especially when you are self-employed. Think of it as a way of defining what someone agrees to do while collaborating with you on a shared objective.