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Use These 7 Chess Strategies to Secure Grant Funding

I discovered the power of grants 15 years ago when I was a broke playwright. A former childhood chess prodigy, I was making ends meet at the time by teaching chess, and I found that I could apply chess strategy to funding my theater company. But I learned something else

Millions of Social Media Users Flock to Bluesky During Massive Departure From X

Over the past several days, there’s been a significant shift in the popularity of a relatively small social media platform called Bluesky. Though this dramatic growth is likely consequential to the results of the U.S. presidential election, there’s reason to believe that Bluesky was already bulking up its user base

Top 9 Burnout Books You Need to Read to Find Your Way

Burnout is a common experience, leaving you feeling overwhelmed as well as emotionally drained. If you feel this way, be assured you’re not alone. Burnout can creep up on anyone, but the good news is that plenty of resources can help, including books that provide practical advice with fresh perspectives

Meghan Markle invests in new Black woman-owned hair supplement line

Once upon a time, Meghan Markle was a boxed-hair-dye girlie. The Duchess of Sussex revealed this chapter of her hair journey on Nov. 15, during celebrity hair colorist Kadi Lee’s Highbrow Hippie hair product line launch in California. In addition to being among Lee’s celebrity clientele, Meghan is also an

Zendaya, Zoe Saldaña and more appear in Vanity Fair’s 2025 Hollywood issue

Vanity Fair has unveiled its 2025 Hollywood issue. The annual list, which “brings together the biggest stars of Hollywood in glorious and unexpected ways,” featured 12 stars who have each left their own unique mark in the industry over the past year.  This year’s issue features four Black stars, ranging

Mastering Communication Skills: Your Guide To Effective Interaction

You’re probably aware that communication is essential for successful relationships. But did you know that effective communication skills are crucial for career success? According to LinkedIn’s list of the most in-demand skills, communication ranks No. 1.  In this article, you’ll learn about the four main types of communication that govern

46 Trust Your Gut Quotes to Inspire You to Follow Your Intuition

When you’re feeling stuck or indecisive, how do you decide which path to take? Some people painstakingly create pro-con lists, while others seek advice from everyone they know, from their mom, to their best friend, to their mail carrier. But there’s another option that many people overlook: trusting their intuition.

40 Action Quotes to Help You Take Initiative And Inspire Your Next Move

While success looks different for everyone, there’s one constant on the path to achieving your dreams: action. You can have a comprehensive checklist or a detailed plan, but you won’t accomplish your goals if you don’t take action. Inspiring action quotes from others who have found success can give you

Use These 7 Chess Strategies to Secure Grant Funding

I discovered the power of grants 15 years ago when I was a broke playwright. A former childhood chess prodigy, I was making ends meet at the time by teaching chess, and I found that I could apply chess strategy to funding my theater company. But I learned something else

Millions of Social Media Users Flock to Bluesky During Massive Departure From X

Over the past several days, there’s been a significant shift in the popularity of a relatively small social media platform called Bluesky. Though this dramatic growth is likely consequential to the results of the U.S. presidential election, there’s reason to believe that Bluesky was already bulking up its user base

Top 9 Burnout Books You Need to Read to Find Your Way

Burnout is a common experience, leaving you feeling overwhelmed as well as emotionally drained. If you feel this way, be assured you’re not alone. Burnout can creep up on anyone, but the good news is that plenty of resources can help, including books that provide practical advice with fresh perspectives

Meghan Markle invests in new Black woman-owned hair supplement line

Once upon a time, Meghan Markle was a boxed-hair-dye girlie. The Duchess of Sussex revealed this chapter of her hair journey on Nov. 15, during celebrity hair colorist Kadi Lee’s Highbrow Hippie hair product line launch in California. In addition to being among Lee’s celebrity clientele, Meghan is also an

Zendaya, Zoe Saldaña and more appear in Vanity Fair’s 2025 Hollywood issue

Vanity Fair has unveiled its 2025 Hollywood issue. The annual list, which “brings together the biggest stars of Hollywood in glorious and unexpected ways,” featured 12 stars who have each left their own unique mark in the industry over the past year.  This year’s issue features four Black stars, ranging

Mastering Communication Skills: Your Guide To Effective Interaction

You’re probably aware that communication is essential for successful relationships. But did you know that effective communication skills are crucial for career success? According to LinkedIn’s list of the most in-demand skills, communication ranks No. 1.  In this article, you’ll learn about the four main types of communication that govern

46 Trust Your Gut Quotes to Inspire You to Follow Your Intuition

When you’re feeling stuck or indecisive, how do you decide which path to take? Some people painstakingly create pro-con lists, while others seek advice from everyone they know, from their mom, to their best friend, to their mail carrier. But there’s another option that many people overlook: trusting their intuition.

40 Action Quotes to Help You Take Initiative And Inspire Your Next Move

While success looks different for everyone, there’s one constant on the path to achieving your dreams: action. You can have a comprehensive checklist or a detailed plan, but you won’t accomplish your goals if you don’t take action. Inspiring action quotes from others who have found success can give you