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Work Smarter, Not Harder: AI Secrets Live with Nicky Saunders

Frantzces Lys

2 days ago2 min read

Business

Work Smarter, Not Harder: AI Secrets Live with Nicky Saunders

The entrepreneurial grind can feel relentless. There’s always more to do, more to achieve, and never enough hours in the day. But what if...

How to Go from Chaos to Calm: Wrap Up December Without Losing Your Mind

Frantzces Lys

3 days ago6 min read

Wellness

How to Go from Chaos to Calm: Wrap Up December Without Losing Your Mind

Let’s be real—life is throwing curveballs faster than you can dodge them. Between juggling deadlines, family responsibilities, and a...

Why AI Might Be the Secret Weapon Your Business Needs in 2025

Frantzces Lys

5 days ago7 min read

Business

Why AI Might Be the Secret Weapon Your Business Needs in 2025

Let’s be real: you’ve got a million things on your plate. Clients to please. Invoices to chase. Deadlines to meet. And now everyone’s...

7 Life-Changing Black Women-Led Nonprofits You Should Support This Giving Tuesday

Frantzces Lys

Dec 34 min read

Business

7 Life-Changing Black Women-Led Nonprofits You Should Support This Giving Tuesday

What if your support today could rewrite someone’s future? That’s the power of these incredible Black and Brown women-led nonprofits....

The Liberated Arts Movement: How Tara Is Changing Communities One Creative Step at a Time

Frantzces Lys

Nov 2512 min read

Features

The Liberated Arts Movement: How Tara Is Changing Communities One Creative Step at a Time

Tara Levy was inspired to launch the Liberated Arts Movement last summer after reflecting on her experiences, education, and passion for...

8 Innovative Giving Tuesday Ideas for Entrepreneurs to Maximize Social Impact and Business Growth

Frantzces Lys

Nov 186 min read

Business

8 Innovative Giving Tuesday Ideas for Entrepreneurs to Maximize Social Impact and Business Growth

Giving Tuesday is an opportunity to make a real difference in your community while also strengthening your business. For Black and Brown...

7 Unexpected Ways to Fuel Your Business and Well-Being This Holiday Season

Frantzces Lys

Nov 156 min read

Wellness

7 Unexpected Ways to Fuel Your Business and Well-Being This Holiday Season

The holiday season can often feel like a pressure cooker —between deadlines, customer demands, and family gatherings, it’s easy for...

Quick and Easy Black Friday Ideas for Black-Owned Businesses

Frantzces Lys

Nov 115 min read

Business

Quick and Easy Black Friday Ideas for Black-Owned Businesses

Black Friday presents a golden opportunity for your Black-owned business to boost sales and attract new customers. You don't need deep...

More Than Skin Deep: The Story of Natural Radiant Life with Rhonda

Frantzces Lys

Nov 113 min read

Features

More Than Skin Deep: The Story of Natural Radiant Life with Rhonda

For many Black women founders, the journey to business ownership isn't always a choice but a necessity. Systemic barriers and...

Q4 Financial Tune-Up: 3 Must-Know Tips to Shield and Grow Your Startup

Frantzces Lys

Oct 164 min read

Financial Empowerment

Q4 Financial Tune-Up: 3 Must-Know Tips to Shield and Grow Your Startup

As we approach the end of Q4, it's a crucial time for startups to review their financial health and make strategic decisions for the...

Frantzces Lys

Oct 153 min read

Pitch Competitions

Meet the NextGen Fall 2024 Winners

Jamiri Flint - 1st Place Winner Jamiri Flint, a seasoned entrepreneur and sales/marketing student passionate about cultural exploration...

More than Just a Product: Jasmine’s Mission to Keep Kids Safe, Founder of ParentCo

Frantzces Lys

Oct 119 min read

Features

More than Just a Product: Jasmine’s Mission to Keep Kids Safe, Founder of ParentCo

ParentCo is not just a business, but a personal journey that began with a mother's frustration. Founded by Jasmine Johnson, a mom who...

Navigating Market Waves: 6 Proven Seasonal Strategies for eCommerce Success

Frantzces Lys

Oct 94 min read

Business

Navigating Market Waves: 6 Proven Seasonal Strategies for eCommerce Success

In the intense world of eCommerce, seasonal trends can make or break your business. But with the right strategies, you can turn these...

The Psychology of Fundraising: Unlocking the Secrets to Donor Motivation and Retention

Frantzces Lys

Oct 73 min read

Business

The Psychology of Fundraising: Unlocking the Secrets to Donor Motivation and Retention

Understanding the psychology of giving is not just a theoretical concept but a practical necessity for the success of any nonprofit...

13 Must-Listen to Podcasts by Savvy Latina Entrepreneurs

Frantzces Lys

Oct 46 min read

Business

13 Must-Listen to Podcasts by Savvy Latina Entrepreneurs

Latina entrepreneurs are making significant strides in the business world. Their unique perspectives, shaped by their cultural heritage...

Philly's Pull Up and Pitch Competition Winners Revealed

Frantzces Lys

Sep 202 min read

Pitch Competitions

Philly's Pull Up and Pitch Competition Winners Revealed

Be inspired by the revolutionary concepts that emerged from Philly's Pull Up and Pitch competition sponsored by VISA . These winning...

Pull Up and Pitch: Redefining Pitch Competitions

Frantzces Lys

Sep 194 min read

Pitch Competitions

Pull Up and Pitch: Redefining Pitch Competitions

Are you fed up with stiff, formal pitch contests? BGV's Pull Up and Pitch offers a new way to showcase your business. It gives women of...

Sip, Savor, Sustain: The Good Dirt® Mission with Lynn

Frantzces Lys

Sep 1112 min read

Features

Sip, Savor, Sustain: The Good Dirt® Mission with Lynn

Good D irt® emerged from a necessity born out of personal experience. The founders, Lynn and Mario, are a husband-and-wife duo with a...

Mastering Tough Questions in Investor Meetings: A Comprehensive Guide

Frantzces Lys

Sep 93 min read

Pitch Competitions

Mastering Tough Questions in Investor Meetings: A Comprehensive Guide

An angel investor pitch is a pivotal moment for a startup. It's an opportunity to showcase your vision, potential, and the value...

Revolutionizing Women's Health: A Conversation with Lamanda, Founder of FloEver Health

Frantzces Lys

Sep 612 min read

Features

Revolutionizing Women's Health: A Conversation with Lamanda, Founder of FloEver Health

In 2021, Lamanda Ballard launched FloEver Health after a personal experience with the healthcare system. Despite having a positive,...