Lessons in Community Entrepreneurship from Madam C.J. Walker and Maggie Lena Walker

by Elle Kaplan | Feb 3, 2023 | BDE, Entrepreneurship

Madam C.J. Walker and Maggie Lena Walker had a few things in common: they shared their last name (although weren’t related), they both were daughters of parents who had been enslaved, and both were determined to improve their lives and the lives of their communities...

Better Know a Young Millionaire Investor – Elle Kaplan

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3 Winning Tactics to Conquer Your Work Stress

by Elle Kaplan | Oct 15, 2018 | BDE, Be More, Do More, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Life Hacks, Uncategorized

Salary concerns, looming deadlines, conflicting demands, and a lack of growth opportunities are all common work-related stressors. Stress on the job is unavoidable; however, when the stress builds and becomes chronic, it often trickles into your home life. Common...

Retirement For Small Business Owners: 3 Expert Tips

by Elle Kaplan | May 22, 2017 | BDE, Entrepreneurship

When it comes to retirement for small business owners, the statistics show that many are woefully underprepared. Whether you’re a small business owner or the CEO of a large startup, there are some common reasons (and solutions) for this issue. As entrepreneurs, we...

5 Attitudes That Will Make you Incredibly Successful

by Elle Kaplan | Jul 24, 2016 | BDE, Entrepreneurship

You could be a finance wiz. You could have that genius idea that makes Einstein turn green with envy. Even so, without the right attitude, you’ll get nowhere. Granted, you probably aren’t a stubborn curmudgeon telling children to get off your lawn. But everyone can...

9 Bad Leadership Habits That Undermine Female Leaders

by Elle Kaplan | May 10, 2016 | BDE, Entrepreneurship

If you want to be a female leader, there are certain habits that might hold you back, and you probably don’t even notice you’re doing them. Ditch the following bad leadership habits to see you success soar. Question: What is one bad leadership habit you...