Last weekend, my husband and I had a long chat about the impact of my “business owner life” on him and our family. It’s a requirement for us because the impact of my entrepreneur life almost took out our marriage (twice).
Month: June 2020
A Seat at the Table in the Wedding Industry
A SEAT AT THE TABLE. If you have been paying attention, you’ve probably heard numerous black and brown wedding entrepreneurs express their desire for an opportunity to have a “seat at the table.” Why? We want to be heard; we want access to the same opportunities as our white counterparts; and we want the credibility we deserve for our breathtaking contributions to the wedding industry. It’s long overdue. It’s well-deserved. And, in the end, it’s a win-win for everyone involved.⠀
4 Things to Know When Talking to Your Black Colleagues About Race
Quite honestly, we are all going to stumble through these conversations we are having about race relations. And, that’s okay! The key — the most important thing — is that we are HAVING these conversations.