Izzy Spears| 6.13.2018 @izzy_spears | IG Willie Jones, a charming face you may recognize from the hit television show, The X Factor, is breaking the mold in country music. With the release of his debut song, ‘Runs In Our Blood’, Willie is showing the world that a young man raised in Louisiana has plenty to […]
3 Ways to Avoid Business Failure
Tina’s Tidbits by Tina White Did you know 44% of small businesses fail within the first 3 years? Scary! It is every entrepreneur’s dream to build a successful business. The last thing on your mind is failure. The good news is you can reduce your risk by avoiding the top pitfalls listed in the Statistic […]
Find Cash in 30 Days or Less
Tina’s Tidbits by Tina White One of the things I often hear from entrepreneurs is “Cash is tight. I don’t know if I will be able to pay my employees or not.” Let’s face it, companies do not get into a cash crunch overnight. It is hard to quickly find cash, but it is possible […]
Valencia Renee’ -Girl on The Go: Jake’s Soul Food Cafe
by Valencia Renee’ There is nothing like a touch of spice on a cold dreary day. After a long day of shopping this Christmas season, I discovered one of Hoover’s hidden gems. Nestled in a small plaza on John Hawkins Parkway, Jake’s Soul Food Café is sure to have you making regular visits to the […]
Budget is Not a Four Letter Word
Tina’s Tidbits By Tina White For many business owners, the term “budget” — although spelled with six letters – is a four-letter word. It seems that no one wants to develop a budget for their business. Usually, business owners and managers don’t understand how valuable a budget can be to the bottom line. I […]
4 Ways Employees Steal without Access to Your Bank Account
Tina’s Tidbits by Tina White Business owners often ask “How can my employees steal from me since I sign the checks?” My response is “Let me count the ways.” Most companies take extra precautions to protect blank checks, but they ignore the countless other ways employees can steal. Methods of stealing is limited only by […]
Pamper Yourself- Magic City Style
Birmingham-Based Businesses Where You Can Pamper Yourself Are you looking to treat yourself or your loved one to a relaxing day of spa treatments and facials? These four Birmingham-based businesses have the products and services you need. Let’s get started!
Shop Unique. Shop Boutique – Shop Local
Four Local Businesses to Visit While Christmas Shopping Having trouble with your Christmas Shopping this year? Over the years, finding unique gifts for family and friends can become increasingly difficult. For impressive presents, visit these one-of-a-kind local businesses during your next shopping spree. Swoozie’s
Start New Family Traditions
by Frank Griffin With minimal effort, families can come together and build enduring memories. Here are some ideas for activities in the Birmingham area. And remember, the point is to bring the family together, explore new possibilities, have fun, and of course build wonderful memories. Take a Cooking Class Together Taking a cooking class as […]
Fashion Blogger to Business Woman
By: Kaneshia Sims Hudson Have you heard? Style maven, Felicia Todd, is launching her very own online boutique, Sasee Chic, LLC. Launching December 1st, 2017, www.shopsaseechic.com will offer stylish yet affordable jewelry and accessories for the everyday woman. “I’m so excited to announced the launch of the […]
86 The New Year’s Resolutions- Try this instead
by Frank Griffin So, why do New Year’s resolutions have such a low success rate? There are many reasons, but setting unrealistic expectations with all or nothing goals with little wiggle room are in most cases the biggest culprits. If you look at each day as a new year and commit to goals that are […]
Beyond the Shoe Box: Keeping Track of Business Expenses
Tina’s Tidbits by Tina White As an accountant, I’ve seen all sorts of systems for managing financial records. While most of you probably aren’t keeping receipts in shoe boxes, you may be using methods for tracking your finances that are less than efficient.
Send a Piece of Home for the Holidays
By Laurrel Allison It’s that time of year again! Love and friendship is awesome and all. But why not show the depth of your care with a gift or two? Birmingham is chock full of shops that can meet your holiday expectations.
Try This Holiday Tradition
What does the holiday season mean to you? The traditions you observe are most likely passed on by your family from generation to generation. This may not be the case for everyone, and if you want to start your own tradition think about donating your services or money to charity. Start Your Own New Tradition
How to Celebrate the Holidays without Buying Gifts
The holidays are fast approaching, and along with the many joys they bring, high levels of stress are also part of the season. Increasingly, buying gifts is one the biggest contributors to this stress. If you really want to enjoy the spirit of the holidays, here are some ways you can do it without buying […]
Four Tips to Master Thanksgiving
Your Thanksgiving Host To-Do List Are you responsible for hosting Thanksgiving this year? Few things are more stressful than cooking an impressively large meal for several dozen people. Follow this to-do list to help keep prep-work under control: Clean Your Entertainment Space
Meatless, Vegetarian and Vegan Options in the ‘Ham
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Birmingham Are you struggling to find vegetarian and vegan options in the city? Eating out can be difficult when you aren’t sure where to go. To help, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite eateries in and around Birmingham that serve delicious vegan and vegetarian dishes. You should note that […]
Single in The Magic City- LaTonia Williams
Single in The Magic City Meet LaTonia Williams photo credit: LaTonia Williams LaTonia Williams is an Alabama resident living near Hoover, a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama. As a mother of three, Williams understands how hard it can be to meet people. Here are a few questions we asked Williams: What is one reason you […]
Clever Ways to Make a Halloween Costume at Home
Clever Ways to Make a Halloween Costume at Home Are you looking to make Halloween costumes for your family at home this year? We’ve all been there. Store-bought costumes are overpriced and frustrating, while crafting an eye-catching costume from home can be difficult without a sewing machine and experience. To make the process easier, take […]
Send a Piece of The Magic City to a Loved One
By Laurrel Allison It’s easy to miss Birmingham when you go away for a while, whether it’s for college or vacation. If you have friends or children who are currently off studying, what better way to remind them of home than to send a care package? But it can’t be just any care package. […]
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