I’ve attended many company and client holiday events over the years and have firsthand experience in making and, later, avoiding common missteps capable of thwarting that ever-important opportunity to make a good first impression. Whether you look forward to or dread holiday parties, here are some do’s and don’ts that can help you put your best […]
“I knew what I wanted and where I wanted to go. I always wanted to entertain and help others.” —Khalid “I want to help others too and find the perfect French fry stand—are both possible?” ―Marcia Faye McGee I’ve asked this question before, but it is a question that may need to be asked again. In light of […]
You can make it. That was a central theme of Flint’s recent GoGetHER Conference, which showcased the success stories of women like Naturalicious Hair Care Products Founder & CEO Gwen Jimmere. As an unemployed, single mother, Jimmere launched her national business with only $32 in assets and a desperate mandate to support her young son. […]
There has, and will continue to be, so much written regarding Flint’s resurgence, primarily fueled by neighborhood activism and entrepreneurship. Women are a major driving force behind it, as more and more women are starting businesses and coalition-building to improve their lives, neighborhoods and, ultimately, the city. As this trend continues, it is important that, […]
The City of Flint and Genesee County show promising signs of economic momentum. A steady stream of big developments like the decision by Lear Corp. to invest $29 million to build a seat-manufacturing facility on a portion of the former Buick City plant site have dominated headlines. But there’s also been noteworthy expansion by local […]
We all fall down. If you are alive it’s inevitable. The getting up part is what distinguishes us. That message was amply displayed at the United Way of Genesee County’s Annual Campaign Dinner last week. Featuring a powerful presentation by decorated Army Col. Gregory D. Gadson, who starred in the film Battleship, the event could […]
Flint Town has been the talk of the town since it first aired on Netflix on March 2. It seems everyone has something different to say about the eight-episode series. The documentary follows the Flint Police Department over the course of one trying year filled with budget cuts, local and presidential elections, and, of course, […]
So many times, the person behind the scenes of the biggest development is the person next door. What becomes the new neighborhood mural, playground or renovation project usually starts as an idea in the mind of a resident with a vision and commitment. This is critical when it comes to the priceless work of community […]
The wicker couches and brightly colored chairs were perfectly positioned in an intimate setting for “Girl Talk,” and we settled into our seats as the evening began with a question of comparison. About 50 incredibly well-dressed women were gathered on the third floor of the Ferris Wheel building in downtown Flint on Feb. 24 to […]
If cupid doesn’t shoot the arrow of love your way and you find yourself without that special someone this Valentine’s Day, here’s your opportunity to be creative. Try something different. I want you to be your OWN Valentine! Shower yourself with love. Stop criticizing yourself. Praise yourself instead: “I am a work of art” Give yourself […]