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One Woman’s Quest to Inspire Girls To Dance Their Way To Education Success

By mixing education with dance, Yanilee Toussaint hopes to open doors for minority girls in the STEM professions.

DIY For the IRS: 9 Tips For Successfully Filing Your Own Taxes

For the brave souls who want to file their own taxes, use these tips to get it done correctly and on time.

Black Women Pioneers: Bessie Coleman’s Inspiration Flight to the Top

Bessie Coleman, aka “Queen Bess,” was the first licensed black pilot , and worked so other African Americans could follow in her footsteps.

Black Women Pioneers: Sarah Jane Woodson Early Paves the Way for Black Educators

Sarah Jane Woodson Early was the first black female college professor in 1858.

Marketing Professional Turned Jewelry Designer Inspires Entrepreneurial Creativity

Candice Cox made the transition from corporate America to jewelry design with high-end retail aspirations.

Small Business Spotlight: Cecily Habimana On Her African-Inspired Fashion Line, Simply Cecily

Cecily Habimana, the woman behind Simply Cecily, started making custom fashions in high school. With help from Kickstarter, she’s on her way to creating her latest collection.

How To Tackle Office Enemies

When you find yourself in constant argument with a co-worker it’s time to start making some changes. Here are tips for making peace.

Payday Loans Increasingly Used For Rent and Food

As many families are still struggling to make ends meet, they often turn to the high fee rates of payday loans.

Sofia Vergara Is The Highest-Paid Actress on U.S. Television

Vergara’s diverse and successful profile makes her the top earning actress of the year on U.S. television, with $19 million in earnings.

Keeping a Journal Can Be A Great Professional Development Exercise

Keeping a journal can be a helpful tool for your work life. We’ve got a couple of examples showing how.

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