Posts Tagged ‘professional’
Priscilla Phifer became an intuitive abstract artist in her golden years
Priscilla Phifer started her “accidental” career late in life. From decoupage, tablescape design and floral arranging to painting, Phifer has become a professional intuitive abstract artist at the golden age of 70. She creates art primarily without a brush and chose abstraction as her preferred method because it “… affords more freedom and flexibility than other…
Read More5 reasons securing an internship after college can lead to your dream job
When graduating from college, some students are fortunate to have a job in their field of study. Others are not as fortunate. Many college students take on internships related to their course of study during their matriculation. For some students, it may not occur to them that an internship post-graduation can be productive. As a…
Read MoreBeauty in the Basement: Deezy visits Salon LaShé
Host Deezy ExcLusive traveled to Salon LaShé in East Point to chat with fellow beautician LaToya Alexander (@ItsLatoyasWorld). Although Deezy is in the makeup industry and Alexander is in the hair industry, beauty is universal. Upon arrival, Deezy discovered that Alexander was in the process of moving her salon, which sparked conversation about the…
Read MoreMeet 2 Detroit CPAs who are committed to small businesses
For a business owner, having financial records in order is crucial to one’s success. Ashley Johnson and Robyn Fuller of J&F Advisors happens to know this fact very well as they are the youngest African American 100 percent female-owned CPA firm in the city of Detroit. This tag team duo began their business seven years…
Read MoreDetroit medical professional earns additional money as semi-pro bowler
Nowadays, everyone seems to have a side hustle. Whether it’s driving for Uber, being skilled at taking cars apart and putting them back together, or doing bomb hairstyles for a little extra pocket cash, having a side hustle can be a great source of additional income. Carleta Poydras, a Detroit native, is a prime example…
Read MoreAio Wireless’ Gary Mariner talks professional growth
Gary L. Mariner II Aio Wireless, retail sales manager Tell us a little bit about your professional background. I worked for four years in NYC as a car salesman, then two years as a customer service professional. I then took a position within AT&T as a sales consultant working my way up towards a management…
Read MoreJay-Z is now officially licensed to become an NBA agent
Jay will be able to recruit, sign and negotiate on behalf of new NBA clients going forward.
Read MoreProud Lady Chicago: Latest Trends in Natural Hair, Weaves and Color
Scenes from the last day of the Proud Lady hair convention in Chicago.
Read MoreImpeccable Style for Today’s Professional
You must dress for the job that you want, not the job that you have.
Read MoreMorning Makeover: Nielah O.’s 15-Minute Flawless Face
Get a flawless face in just 15 minutes.
Read MoreWant the Job? Look the Part! Nielah O.’s 15-Minute Makeover (Dramatic Result!)
The most successful women take pride in their look.
Read MoreBurrell’s Co-CEO McGhee Williams Osse: 5 Keys to a Strong Personal Brand
“We’re always branding ourselves, whether we know it or not.”
Read MoreSpencer Palmer, Chicago NBMBAA President: How to Make Strategic Connections
“You only get out of something, what you put in it.”
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