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Stop The Madness: The Alarming Funding Disparity For Non-White FoundersAmid the mainstream conversation about inclusion and justice in the workplace, otherwise known as #M…
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Why It’s Imperative You File Your Taxes Now, Not LaterWhile taxpayers have until April 17 of this year to file their federal income tax returns, it isn’t …
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Your Credit Card Calls: When To Buy Now And Pay LaterWhen making a purchase, the ultimate decision when you open your wallet is to decide whether to use …
Paternity Leave And Dads’ Evolving Role In Newborn CareEver since Ivanka Trump made it her focal point on the campaign trail, parental leave has been a maj…
Your Business Elevator Pitch: How to Change it for Investors, Friends, and When You’re On a DateWhen you’re diving into starting a business, you will quickly notice how every thought, every decisi…