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The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, March 29 – Sunday, April 1

February 26, 2018
By Shawn D. Allison, II What’s the word everyone? We FINALLY have some Spring weather and to compliment Mother Nature, I’ve got a cool list of cultural digs for your soul! I’ll be pounding the pavement hitting up a lot of the cool spots and if you want to tag along or meet me somewhere, check out what I got on my “Hot List” just below!…
Business

15 Questions To Ask The Interviewer 

February 15, 2018
By Iris Hunter Finally! After weeks of job searching you have landed an interview and are trying to figure out how to make a great first impression. Right? Well, the first thing that you should know is that interviews are not just for the interviewer to determine if you are a great candidate for a position, but also for you to find out more about the position and identify if you are a good fit for the role. …
2017 November/December

The Explosion of Uptown and South End

November 7, 2017
By Tonya Jameson Once again, cranes dot the skylines of uptown and South End. Progress is in the air. You can see it as old stores and offices in the center city become piles of concrete and rubble, only to be resurrected as shiny stores, condos and office buildings.…
2017 July/August

Create Your Business Plan with These Great Tips

July 15, 2017
By Eren Simpson Charlotte has become a city of entrepreneurs, and if you’re one of the many out there waiting to capitalize on your great idea, there are some things you need to know before pitching your idea to investors. “The biggest problems I see with people is really understanding that you’re turning this idea into a business,” said Beth Zeuch Schneider, doctor of business administration, assistant professor of strategy at Queen University’s McColl School of Business.…
Cover Stories

Open For Business

May 31, 2017
By Jimese S. Orange   With Black women representing the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the country, meet a few of these women (with support of their husbands) who have opened up shop. Here’s our guide to exciting new ways to treat yourself and support African American businesses in the community.…