As I navigated through significant life changes — a divorce, moving out on my own, and the quest to rediscover my identity — I stumbled upon a transformative experience at Lit Diaries on March 21st, 2023. This particular open mic night aimed to rekindle my love for performing spoken word poetry, and little did I know that it would … Read more
Introduction: Who would have thought that a mere twelve months could completely reshape the lens through which I view life? As a disabled African-American woman, my journey has been one defined by embracing change and seizing unexpected opportunities. The pinnacle of earning my PhD should have been a time of unbridled elation, yet it … Read more
In a year filled with extreme highs and lows, who knew that stumbling upon a job opportunity on Indeed would’ve changed my life for the better and when I needed it most? From working with ex-NBA basketball players to independent authors, being a project manager at AAMBC has been a great experience. Throughout my … Read more
As a young black professional, you’re always leery of the kind of management and environment you’ll have during your career journey. Working for a company that’s led and creatively ran by black women has been a blessing. Having women that care about their brand and their employees has been a huge inspiration to what … Read more
Writing the book was the easy part. Now, it’s time to get to the difficult part. Marketing. When it comes to the publishing process, marketing is one of the most crucial steps that authors leave until the last minute. In this class, you’ll learn valuable tips, tricks and strategies to help your book … Read more