My theme for this year is, “It’s a New Year, Time to Renew Your Faith.” Last year, and so far this year, life has thrown us all some curveballs and some direct hits. Loved ones lost, businesses destroyed, finances stressed; it’s been a really tough time for some. As if entrepreneurship isn’t lonely enough, then […]
22 Essential Business Books Every Small Business Owners Should Read
Amazon has countless book listings, but have you ever wondered what are the essential business books you should be reading in 2021? If you’re like most small business owners, your free time is limited, so you can’t waste it on dated information and things you already know. Let me make it simple for you, with […]
How to Overcome Personal Challenges to Build a Successful Business
Small business owners tend to be some of the toughest and most resilient people you’ll ever meet, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have personal challenges to overcome. But is there a secret to overcoming challenges in a small business? I had the opportunity to chat with Barbara Corcoran, Real Estate Mogul, Entrepreneur, and Shark […]
How Can Brands Support Black Businesses
Black businesses have been hit hard by the Pandemic, a recent study from the National Bureau of Economic Research reported that 41% of Black businesses have shut down since March. I think it’s important to break down the history of the climate of systemic racism that exists for Black America and how it has impacted […]
11 Bible Verses for Uncertain Times
The global pandemic has caused the world to shut down and has been especially hard on small businesses. But there is always a silver lining in every dark cloud. Pain always leaves a gift. Today I want to share some bible verses for uncertain times that may help you see the gifts you have been […]
10 Bible Verses Small Business Owners Need For 2020
Happy 2020 my faithful readers. On this MLK Day, oh taste and see what God has in store for you in this new year. I am blessed that this is the 10th year that I have published a blog post on business bible verses. When you carry God in your heart, how can you be […]
The Ultimate Side Hustle Success Formula
Are you thinking about launching your own side hustle? Or maybe you already have one, and you are starting to feel the pinch of your competing to-do lists. Lots of people out there have side gigs, and it’s a good thing with all the talk of recession coming in 2020. You can turn a hobby […]
11 Things You Need to Know About Securing Corporate Sponsorship
A corporate sponsorship is a mutual business proposition that offers something in exchange for a financial commitment from a corporation. These relationships have been growing significantly throughout the years. So how can your small business tap into corporate sponsorships? Let’s look at 6 steps to securing corporate sponsorship and the 5 reasons why sponsorships fail. How […]
SmallBizLady’s Summer Small Business Reading List 2019
It’s the beginning of June, and I find that summer is a great time to read books that I’ve been meaning to read, but just haven’t gotten around to. You know, books like Story Brand by Donald Miller that everyone keeps talking about. There are some brilliant books that have been released in the last […]
How to Start a Business After 50
If you are at or beyond the age of 50 and are ready to think about what’s next, the question is should you retire or could you pivot and start a small business. If you took care of your money and have an expertise that is highly valuable, you might be a great consultant. Or, […]
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