July 2016 – Pride Magazine

10 Social Networking Do’s and Don’ts For Business Owners

July 26, 2016

By Sunny Jordan When it comes to using Facebook and other social networks, there are some general guidelines you should adhere to. Popping in and out of the social media platform will cause confusion and less connectivity to your prospective audience.…

3 Vacation Destinations in North Carolina

July 20, 2016

By Alyssa Seranni If you’ve grown up in North Carolina, chances are you know there is a lot to love here in the First in Flight state. However, when planning your next vacation you may have neglected to consider what North Carolina has to offer.…

Redefining your Personal Style

July 19, 2016

By LaShanda Millner-Murphy As an expert in the fashion industry, I feel one way to build a “perfect” wardrobe is to know the style that fits your personality. One tends to get an idea of what that style is when you notice similar silhouettes, patterns, colors, textures and fabrics that tells a story throughout your closet/drawers.…

The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, August 18 – Monday, August 22

July 18, 2016

By Shawn D. Allison, II It’s that time again for the Rundown. There’s all sorts of goodies happening in our town for every age group and if you want to come and kick it with me or need a good recommendation of stuff to do, check out my hot spot list below!…

AFS Intercultural Programs USA: Crossing Classrooms, Crossing Cultures

July 14, 2016

By Angela Lindsay Learning doesn’t always happen in a single classroom. In fact, some of the most important lessons are learned in different and unexpected environments. AFS Intercultural Programs USA (formerly the American Field Service) gives students the opportunity to not only expand their academic knowledge; it also provides intercultural learning experiences that bring global cultures together by helping students connect, transforming the lives of thousands of students, families and individuals every year.…

Sushi Made Philip Maung Money, Values Made Him Successful

July 14, 2016

By Tonya Jameson Photos by Jonathan Cooper Seven sushi chefs spread rice, tuna, cucumber and other accompaniments onto sheets of seaweed inside of Hissho Sushi’s prep kitchen. A watchful corporate trainer watches to make sure each roll is perfect. Every aspect of making a sushi roll, from the ingredients to how items are sliced and placed on trays, is controlled at Hissho Sushi.…

Ask Lashawnda: Lifestyle Advice for Everyday People

July 13, 2016

By Lashawnda Becoats People ask me questions everyday. Sometimes it’s because I’m the editor of Pride magazine. Sometimes it’s because they know I’m a certified life coach. Sometimes people follow my fabulous adventures on social media. I love helping people so I decided to create an advice column based on the questions I get.…

8th Annual PEEP Career Mentoring Luncheon

July 12, 2016

The Pride Entrepreneur Education Program (PEEP) is the 501c3 community outreach of Pride Magazine, serving youth in underserved communities in the metro Charlotte, NC area. The PEEP Career Mentoring Luncheon is a ‘Power Lunch’ packed with information for college-tracked high school students!…

Be S.M.A.R.T.

July 12, 2016

By Elizabeth Colen We are half way through the year and July is a great time to regroup and refocus on your goals. You have half a year left, so let’s get ready and set SMART goals. S – Specific: Be specific with your goals.…

Friendship 101: Everyone is Not Your Friend

July 11, 2016

By Eddie Love While growing up in the Mississippi Delta, my mother taught me a lesson that’s had a resounding effect on my life and has definitely proven to be true. “Everyone is not your friend,” she would often say in a low tone.…