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During #BlackBusinessMonth, the Council recognizes that success is not solely built upon triumphs, but also upon the lessons learned from setbacks and failures. Many Black-owned businesses have faced challenges and obstacles to succeed but like Michael Jordan, they understand that failures are stepping stones to success. This month, we celebrate these resilient individuals and their ability to turn setbacks into opportunities, contributing to their growth and strength as a business. #FunFactFriday #NYNJMSDC #BlackInBusiness

In the intricate dance of business, it's not always about standing head and shoulders above the rest, but about the strength of one's resolve and the depth of one's vision. Two figures, undeniably tall, join forces with another whose stature may be lesser but whose tenacity is undiminished. Each has navigated their path with determination, often pausing to chuckle at their own misadventures and stumbles. As we move into the new fiscal year, they unite with a humble recognition of past mistakes, but with an unwavering determination to forge a brighter path forward. 'In the theatre of commerce, sometimes it's not about standing the tallest, but standing together.' Their collective journey, infused with a mix of self-deprecation and ambition, offers a fresh narrative in the business realm. While the road ahead might be filled with jests about mismatched coffee cup sizes or who gets the tallest chair in board meetings, their commitment to innovation and progress is serious. #UnifiedInDiversity #HumbleBeginnings #DeterminedForChange 📈🤣🤝"

TEN CONTROVERSIAL MOMENTS IN OUR SHOW Brigit Douglas's post is lovely, and my co-presenter entrepreneur friends are the bee's knees (what do they look like?). Jenn Crowther and Ian Farrar turn a grey-bearded, long-haired ancient philosopher's riches to rags story into a spectacular myth-busting, values-based journey of know-how and know-who discovery. The "Be More Happipreneur" Show is for all enterprising people, whether employed or self-employed, and all those who support enterprising people. It's a joyous, celebratory, informative, fun and interactive show with controversial moments. Here are ten controversial moments. Find out WHY: 1. We prefer to surround ourselves with family and a few great friends rather than many successful people. 2. Making ends meet, avoiding debt, and ensuring business survival are more important than funding or striving to achieve big dreams and business growth. 3. The "millionaire mindset" usually leads to debt and depression. 4. Being a happipreneur (happy at work 80%+ of the time) is fulfilling, useful, energising and fabulous for your communities. 5. Only 10% of #startups in Silicon Valley survive the first 3 years of trading when an 80%+ survival rate is easily achievable. 6. No successful entrepreneur has done it on their own. 7. Most successful entrepreneurs do not adopt a #scaleup programme. 8. There is one skill that most successful entrepreneurs never delegate. 9. Happipreneurship is a philosophy which has been proven over thousands of years. 10. Kanya King CBE is my inspiration, and Tim Campbell wrote the introduction to "The Happipreneur", but Charles Dickens is probably the greatest happipreneur of all time (the GHOAT). Book It (Oct. 2024 to Oct 2025) or Be Sad 😎

Last night, Jenn Kjellman was able to join the other JAX Chamber Small Business Leaders of the Year at the NextUp JAX event where they spoke to young professionals about their first jobs, lessons learned and the best advice they would give. It's an honor and joy for Jenn to be able to pour into these young professionals and share what she's learned along the way! #JSKmarketing #digitalmarketing #jacksonvillenetworking #jaxchamber #networking

I’m about to share some normally private business information…. Every weekend as part of BlackBelt Accountants I share with members amongst other things my 3 biggest wins of the past week. This is a great way to focus and take a step back from the whirlwind of business life and think about some of the great things that have been achieved. Sometimes I’ve been thinking that not much has been achieved, but when I look back I’m surprised at what’s actually been done, and it’s a great way to end the week with some positive thoughts. My 3 biggest wins of this past week were….. 🙌 2 great new client sign ups + positive meeting with an existing client to discuss completing monthly management accounts for them in future. 🙌 Finished our new pricing packages for inclusion on our website and Ignition. Thank you Heather Townsend, Mario De-Crescenzo and fellow members of The Accountants' Growth Club for valuable input. 🙌 Some great networking - Appointed vice-chair of Lanarkshire Business Group + Attended partner event at #TheHive 🐝, a Business North Lanarkshire supported business centre for women in our local North Lanarkshire Council area. Looking back, I’m realising I’ve actually had a cracking week last week! 😊 What were your biggest wins of the past week? I’d love to hear them and create some positive vibes 😎 #business #wins #positivity

Meet the CEO with a staggering 2.1 billion exit Being invited to the Black Business Magazine event with Dean Forbes was a big deal. Dean, who led a company to sell for 1 BILLION, shared lots of wisdom about being a CEO. Despite facing tough odds, he managed to exit businesses totalling 2.1 billion. The event was full of valuable wisdom. Attendees had the opportunity to learn even more from Dean during interactive Q&A sessions. Dean's story shows that no matter where you come from, with resilience, hard work, and the right connections, you can achieve great things. Here are my key insights from the event: 1️⃣ Regularly reflect on your work methods to enhance performance. 2️⃣ Stay KPI-driven and set ambitious goals to maintain focus. 3️⃣ Empower outstanding individuals by granting them autonomy for better results. 4️⃣ Have confidence in your capabilities and demonstrate them through action. 5️⃣ Don't hesitate to challenge the status quo. I want to give a big thanks to Dr Tru Powell and the team for inviting me and Anne-Sophie Martin-Kukah, MCIM If you're interested in supporting Black Business Magazine business, consider subscribing to the Black Business Magazine at https://lnkd.in/dqffxwJQ and Following them on social media Black Business Magazine Shoutout to Lloyds Bank Business & Commercial for all the support #blackbusinessmagazine #blackbusiness #blackenterprise #blackentrepreneur #entrepreneurship #blackbusinessowners

Adam Grant’s new book “Hidden Potential” references a study showing that lawyers who were guided by multiple mentors are more likely to make partner. Takeaway? Associates, get to know partners across practice groups - as people, as leaders, as colleagues. Your rise to partnership will become a natural byproduct of your relationships at the firm, your exposure to clients, and from the dynamic experiences garnered from networking. Show up. Stay committed. The best firms will recognize your authentic contributions; they place less weight on personal production and more on your investments in the firm, evidence that you have and are willing to share in the risks as much as the wins. And practically speaking, it if comes down to a vote - you need to campaign long before your name is on the ballot. #thelawt #legalrecruiting #thepathtopartnership

** Attention Black Business Innovators in Consulting! ** Did you know that skilled subject matter experts are making 6-figures to MILLIONS by teaching and training entrepreneurs? This could be your chance to join them! Join us for Black Directory’s Open Call for Expert Speakers and Coaches on June 27, 2024, at 1 PM EST! With over 150,000 businesses in our network, Black Directory’s Open Call for Expert Speakers and Coaches is the ultimate platform to accelerate growth in the consulting industry. We’re searching for trailblazers who excel in transforming consulting practices, such as: 🌍 Driving efficiency and growth through optimized processes and systems. 📈 Devising market-expanding strategies 💻 Leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance client engagement and operational agility 🗣️ Ability to provide high-level strategic advice, helping clients navigate complex business landscapes and make informed decisions ⚠️ Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact clients' operations or objectives 🗓️ WHEN: June 27, 2024, at 1 PM EST 📍 WHERE: Zoom ➡️ SCHEDULE YOUR QUALIFICATION CALL HERE: https://loom.ly/2-kVvZY #BlackDirectory #ConsultingInnovation #BlackBusinessLeaders #IndustryImpact

Highlights from yesterday's Birmingham Black Business Conference! I attended the Black Business Conference at the Legacy Centre of Excellence, proudly sponsored by NatWest. Here are my key takeaways: 🚀 Empowering Sessions: I was inspired by thought-provoking talks and discussions led by successful Black entrepreneurs and business leaders. 🌍 Networking Opportunities: I connected with like-minded individuals, built valuable contacts, and explored collaborations that have the potential to drive my business forward. 📚 Invaluable Insights: The conference provided deep insights into the latest trends, strategies, and resources, giving my business a competitive edge in today's market. 🗣 Expert Speakers: The lineup of expert speakers shared their experiences, offering practical advice and guidance that's a game-changer for my business journey. I enjoyed the talks from Sophie Marie Bennett FdA, BA (Hons), MSc, Natalie Scarlett and others... 💡Business Development: I learned key strategies for business growth which will influence my decisions regarding Faith Brynels Insights. Stay tuned for updates re FBI! #BlackBusinessConference #NatWestSponsorship #LegacyCentre #EmpowerYourBusiness #excellence #faithbinsights

Repeat after me: DEI is not dead. DEI is not dead. DEI is not dead. Its value only needs to be defended when its real purpose is distorted. False narratives will never change the facts of our nation’s history — but they can debilitate our present and derail our future. The continued impact and inequities born from centuries of lawful, legalized, policy-supported discrimination, bias, and exclusion are real. So is the work required to address those inequities and create an equitable society that (at last) reflects the best of us. Imagine whom we could be if we collectively focused on creating a different future, rather than ignoring or revising a checkered past? Despite the steady drumbeat of disinformation, DEI is not rooted in blame, division, discrimination or the exclusion of anyone. It is not about snatching opportunities from one to compensate another. It’s about creating opportunities designed to lift all of us — not only some of us. DEI done right ensures everyone has the tools and support they need to meaningfully compete and meet their potential. Achieving this standard requires an unfiltered and truthful acknowledgment of where we’ve been and how we got here so we can build a fair and well-considered path to where we want to go. If you need inspiration for what to do and how to do it with purpose, innovation and business impact, take a listen below…hear how we’re doing things differently…and let’s get back to the work of doing the work. #cmo #doingdeidifferently #dei #diversity #equity #inclusion #marketing #communications #leadership