A Seat at the Table

Practical strategies and real world advice to help you start, build and grow a profitable and sustainable business.

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Know Where Your Money Comes From

When you step out on faith to run your own business, one your first questions might be “How will I make money?” This is an

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Understanding How Your Business Operates

Knowing where and how money comes IN and goes OUT is the first step to building a profitable and sustainable business. If you don’t build

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Why Breakeven Matters

A sense of financial stability can give anyone peace of mind. But it’s even more important for entrepreneurs of color. To offer your growing company the best chance at long-term success, black and brown business owners must employ sound financial strategies. And breakeven could be just the hack you need to get there.

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Clarifying Your Picture of Success

Have you ever felt like your business dreams are so big they seem unreachable? You are not alone. Harvard Business Review, published that half the

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Get Real About Your Worth

One of the most common challenges I face with coaching clients is convincing them to charge enough for their products and services. Often, the excuse I

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5 Reasons Entrepreneurs of Color are Denied Business Loans

Access to capital is a must for any business. Unfortunately, BIPOC business owners can face unique obstacles when it comes to getting approved for a business loan or line of credit. Read on for 5 reasons you may not be getting approved (and advice on how to breakthrough).

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3 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Business Coach

If you’re considering hiring a business coach, you don’t want to waste your money or spend time heading in the wrong direction. Ask these questions upfront to find out if its a good fit.

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You Don’t Need an MBA to Write a Business Plan

If the process were streamlined, you’d be more likely to write your business plan, right? If you’ve ever watched Shark Tank, you know the pitch is just a few short moments!

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Why Lists are STILL Relevant

If you have never used lists to help organize your workday – or perhaps, in the age of smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices, you believe lists are dinosaurs – it may be time re-consider.