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This Black Founder Sold Her Company to P&G - She Says She's 'Selling'

This Black Founder Sold Her Company to P&G – She Says She’s ‘Selling’

On January 11, Monique Rodriguez, founder and CEO of multi-million dollar natural hair care brand Mielle Organics, announced that she had sold her company to P&G Beauty, sending Black Twitter into a frenzy. Although Rodriguez and her husband will remain CEO and COO of the brand, some consumers are upset that it is no longer …

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Want to be your own boss?  Three business owners share their lessons learned

Want to be your own boss? Three business owners share their lessons learned

As the new year approaches, it can be a good time to assess past professional accomplishments and make plans for the future. For many women, the idea of ​​becoming an entrepreneur is at the top of their ambitious wish list. According to a 2021 study by ISU Corp, there are 3.5 million entrepreneurs in Canada …

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Layoffs are rising and Main Street still can't get anyone to take jobs

Layoffs are rising and Main Street still can’t get anyone to take jobs

A “Now hiring” sign is displayed on the window of an IN-N-OUT fast food restaurant in Encinitas, California, May 9, 2022. Mike Blake | Reuters When it comes to salary, small business owners generally don’t play in the same league as larger companies. It’s even trickier now in a tight job market with rising wages …

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The small business employee who is often the last and lowest paid

The small business employee who is often the last and lowest paid

Many small business owners struggle to determine an appropriate take home pay as the business grows, and some don’t pay themselves at all. These mistakes can easily come back to bite the founder and the company. According to professionals who advise small businesses, understanding how to compensate yourself appropriately – even if it’s just a …

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