Grammy-nominated pop star, record-label CEO, and actress Janelle Monáe stars in new movie Ugly Dolls (now in theaters), but she’s also an LGBTQ voice in entertainment.
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How Saying No to Big-Name Cosmetics Gave This Woman Entrepreneur a Creative Business Idea
Rachel Budde of Fat and the Moon wanted makeup with recognizable ingredients. When she couldn’t find what she was looking for, she set out on her own.
12 Movies With a Female Lead Who’s a Badass Entrepreneur
This weekend, watch these fearless women dominate the business world on-screen.
Why Stereotypes Make People Trust Attractive Women Less — and Why This Needs to Stop
New research suggests the “Femme Fatale Effect” makes some people believe attractive business women are schemers when they are often anything but.
Can’t Offer Fast Free Shipping Like Amazon? Do These 3 Things Instead
Judi Henderson-Townsend of Mannequin Madness isn’t using drones for delivery. But she does offer a small business personal touch.
This Founder Raised $10 Million to Make IVF Costs Easier to Handle
Claire Tomkins’ struggles to conceive children changed everything. The former clean energy executive now leads a growing fertility services business – when she isn’t raising her three kids, that is.
Serena Williams Just Revealed That She’s Been Secretly Investing In Women for 5 Years
America’s most-buzzed-about professional tennis player took to Instagram to reveal her portfolio, which favors diverse leadership.
How to Offer a Summer Internship Program, Paid or Unpaid
Tax expert Barbara Weltman runs through everything you need to know about summer interns, including tax credits and payroll costs.
This Boston Chef Likes to Do Something Most People Hate. That’s Why She’s Successful
Chief among Ana Sortun’s leadership skills is the ability to embrace change. Here’s how she does it, at popular restaurants Oleana, Sofra and Sarma.
8 Sibling-Run Businesses to Celebrate #NationalSiblingsDay
These women entrepreneurs didn’t pick their families, but ended up picking their sisters (or brothers) to be business partners
Thanks to College Admissions Scandal, Honesty and Integrity Are Now Trendy
When it comes to leadership skills, entrepreneurs need to think about how they conduct themselves, personally and professionally, writes Barbara Weltman.
Relax, a Super-Hot Rival Is Nothing to Fear
Felena Hanson launched her own co-working space Hera Hub in 2011. And then WeWork became a household name. But that’s been great for business, she says.
Barriers Remain, But LGBT Business Owners See New Opportunities
As more cities and states enact legislation to ensure contracting opportunities for LGBT business owners, advocates rejoice – and set their sights on federal-level policy shifts.
JJ Ramberg on the End of ‘Your Business’ and What’s Ahead
The former MSNBC TV host, who also runs socially conscious company Goodshop, talks about her career and what excites her.
3 Tips for Retaining the Employees You Can’t Afford to Lose
Rochelle Clarke, who advises family businesses, says any business owner can learn employee retention strategies. Here’s how.