Melinda Johnson, Author at Rolling Out

Charlene L. Sanders is a lifestyle entrepreneur and founder of Eventual Entrepreneur AKADEMY. As a self-professed former corporate misfit, now proud corporate dropout, she has become obsessed with understanding “the meaning of work.” This has led her to creating a community of mentors or safe space for aspiring and emerging entrepreneur leaders to learn, grow,…

It takes highly motivated people to lead. It takes caring and thoughtful people, to nurture and extract the absolute brilliance out of someone. Dr. Paula Grissom-Broughton is that person. A motivational speaker, life strategist, educator and musician, Dr. Grissom-Broughton is the first alumna chair of the music department at Spelman College. Prepared to lead, she possesses…

So, 2017 ushered in the remake of the Mazda MX-5 Miata with the FIAT 124 Spider thanks to a joint production agreement with Fiat and Mazda. Tagged “a true sports” car, the FIAT 124 Spiders pays homage to its European racing heritage with its attractive Italian styling highlighting its beautiful interior design. The 124 Spider…

I must admit, I was a bit nervous when I realized that I would be testing a full electric vehicle. I have had wonderful experiences with hybrids, but I immediately felt a little pressure wondering what would happen if I did not charge the vehicle properly. Or just how accessible are the charging stations in…

If you are not mini-van fan, this 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Platinum would categorically change your mind. The all-new Pacific Hybrid is the first of its kind, a mini-van hybrid. Chrysler has beat its competition with this seven-passenger plug-in hybrid with an advanced gasoline-electric powertrain, meaning it utilizes an electric motor as well as a…

If you are looking for a solid full-size truck option, you should consider taking the 2017 Nissan TITAN for a test drive. This fully redesigned TITAN offers plenty of power and strong acceleration with its standard V8. Whether you are on a daily drive through the city or towing a heavy load in the country,…

If I had to describe the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 Cabriolet in two words, they would be – simply beautiful. Excuse the cliché, but this elegant, cozy convertible will have you feeling like you are literally sitting in the lap of luxury. The aesthetics of this luxurious six-figure priced beauty make it all worth it. When our…

If you are in the market for a new, affordable vehicle, be sure to consider the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited. The redesign of this 4-door sedan will definitely give you a larger feel with more passenger room. It is even equipped with a larger base engine at 2.0 liters instead of the previous 1.8. The…

With the 2017 Nissan Sentra NISMO, Nissan has decided to give their standard Sentra a major motorsports upgrade. There hasn’t been a revamp of the Sentra since its 2012 Sentra SE-R. With this version, Nissan’s goal was to retain the everyday sedan practicality but add a motorsports-inspired driving experience. The base Sentra starts under $16,990.…

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a Buick? Now, think of something or someone a lot cooler. The 2017 Buick LaCrosse has a redesign that gives it a younger appeal. This is totally different than our grandparents’ Buick. Its sleek, stylish design elements offer consumers a more luxurious, upscale feel in…

September is recognized as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. The goal is simple; to bring awareness to one of the most deadly diseases that plagues our country. This year alone, more than 22,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer and more than half will die of the disease. Every 24 minutes there is another…

If you did not see the broadcast of MTV’s 2013 VMAs, I’m sure you have heard about them by now. The question of the day is “What was Miley thinking?” The quickest reply, “She wasn’t.” As Miley Cyrus twerked her way through our television screen, one would only think, “what happened to that sweet Disney…

To put it simply … reading is fun! This is a seed you must plant in your children’s minds long before they speak their first words. Reading to your children or encouraging them to read increases their vocabulary and imaginative play. Here are a few books all children should have in their library. Read…

The 2012 Tony Awards nominees were recently announced in New York. Amongst the nominees, seven African Americans are up for this most coveted award in their respective categories. These individuals all display powerful performances that would captivate any audience. A majority of these actors and actresses are part of the all-black cast in the revival…

Happy Feet Two opens this weekend, Friday, November 18, and this writer encourages parents to share this experience with their kids. Recently, rolling out had a chance to view the movie at an Atlanta screening hosted by Liquid Soul Media. I quickly realized this movie is more than a 3D animated series about dancing…

There’s no other platform to engage women in the urban community like Female Success Factor (FSF). FSF is a program of Steed Media Group, which is also the parent company of rolling out. FSF hosts an annual awards gala, bi-annual seminars and more. These premier events allow attendees to connect and collaborate with some of…