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In 2025, legendary R&B and hip-hop artists continue to defy the traditional gatekeepers of commercial radio airplay by leveraging AI-driven tools, direct-to-consumer (D2C) platforms, and savvy entrepreneurial strategies to sustain and grow their careers on their own terms. Over the past decade, we've witnessed veteran

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves This is a compelling look at being a trendsetter and Black entrepreneur in the rapidly evolving media landscape. The journey is never easy—mistakes happen, pivots are necessary—but the payoff, especially when harnessing AI and automation in 2025,

Brett Johnson with dad Bob Johnson . Brett Johnson, Son of BET Founder Bob Johnson, Evolves Menswear with AI and Creator Economy Savvy in 2025 Following in the footsteps of his parents, BET founders Bob and Sheila Johnson, Brett Johnson has transformed his menswear brand

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves I used to be stubborn about my business direction, goals, and focus—never letting anyone or anything sway me. Now I see that was a rookie mistake. In 2025, clinging to outdated formulas is a fast track to

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves JOHN VARVATOS, DETROIT NATIVE AND FASHION ICON, IGNITES A NEW ERA WITH A HIGH-END MEN’S STORE IN DOWNTOWN DETROIT John Varvatos, the celebrated American menswear designer and Detroit native, made waves in 2015 by opening a boutique

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves At Blog Wallet , we’ve watched the ride-sharing revolution rewrite the rules of urban transportation—and minority entrepreneurs, especially Black drivers, have been some of its biggest beneficiaries, often by seizing opportunities that legacy cab companies ignored for

There’s No Time to Rest When Business Is Booming—2025 Edition As Black entrepreneurs, we often crave a breather. When the bills are paid and the bank balance looks healthy, it’s tempting to kick back. But in 2025, that’s exactly when you need to double down.

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves As Black entrepreneurs in 2025, it’s clear that surrounding yourself with people who truly get the hustle is non-negotiable. Well-meaning friends and family love you, but they often don’t understand the grind of running your own business,

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves You might think it sounds crazy, but if you want to grow your business in 2025, you’ve got to give more—especially when it comes to investing in others and your ecosystem. In today’s AI-driven economy, hoarding your

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves I once had a client tell me, "Most people do business with you because they like you." While that doesn't say much about the product itself, it highlights the importance of personal connections in business. There are

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves To all the entrepreneurs out there, especially those in the black community, I know what you're thinking: "Giving away money when I'm barely scraping by? Are you kidding me?" But trust me, I've learned a valuable lesson

Google’s $800 Million Commitment Evolves to Empower Small Businesses with AI and Resilience Through 2025 Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet Published August 2025 Google’s initial $800 million pledge in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has matured into a comprehensive, multi-year initiative supporting small-

Starting a Business in 2025? What You Really Need to Know Starting a business in 2025 is still a wild ride—full of opportunity but packed with competition and complexity. With nearly 35 million small businesses in the U.S. alone, entrepreneurship is booming, yet survival rates

Whether you’re a producer, singer, promoter, blogger, writer, or any kind of Black entrepreneur, this updated 2025 guide delivers sharp insights to help you dodge the usual traps and build a business that lasts. I’m Kevin Ross. Years ago, I was a DJ on multiple

Updated for 2025: Practical AI & Business Moves Running a successful business in 2025 is a complex challenge, especially for Black entrepreneurs who face unique systemic barriers. While passion drives many to start their ventures, managing deadlines, orders, payroll, hiring, vendors, bills, and personal life