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Good Morning my people We are starting the New Year with a necessary question. How might we create avenues where we close the resource gap for innovators, entrepreneurs, nonprofit conveners, changemakers, ideators within our own community? We fully believe as innovators you are the problem solvers and experts of the pain point you are solving for, it is important to understand your journey holistically. That's why we partnered with Orange Sparkle Ball, Inc. For this important conversation. Take the time to take this short survey and get the conversation started By taking this survey you start the process on creating an inclusive map that brings light to all of our different experiences, journeys, as innovators, local change makers. https://lnkd.in/ew5bBGVW

Our founder, Evelyn Gallagher, had a call with a nonprofit client the other day that left her in tears. Ignite Your Verve is nearly 5 years old and when Evelyn founded the organization in September 2018, it's purpose was to be able to leave an abusive situation, not serve as the lifelong purpose it's turned into. Through time, trial and error, rejection and navigating the intricate currents of entrepreneurship, Ignite Your Verve has identified clients with whom shared enthusiasm becomes the driving force behind crafting monumental successes. On this board meeting, a member said, "Evelyn is a prime example of how adding one person to an organization can make all the difference in impact." At Ignite Your Verve, we firmly believe that genuine passion for helping people goes hand in hand with achieving exceptional business results. Our journey has proven that when you lead with empathy, dedication, and a desire to make a difference, success becomes an organic outcome. https://lnkd.in/gSYNQWr8 #IgniteYourVerve #PurposeDriven #BusinessBoost #PassionInAction #MakeAnImpact

Hey You! ✨ Having gratitude has the power of turning challenges into opportunitites. 🌟Today, I am taking a moment to reflect on my journey, thankful for every hurdle overcome that made me stronger. Let's celebrate the strength that reside within each of us! 💪🏾 What's one challenge you're grateful for conquering on your entrepreneurial path? Share your triumphs and let's inspire each other! 🙌🏾 #gratitude #entrepreneurlife #celebratesuccess #entrepreneurialjourney #elevateherjourney #blackwomeninbusiness #blackwomenentrepreneurs #womenofcolorinbusiness

FounderFuego fam, it's time to get excited for this week's edition of FounderFuel, our weekly #entrepreneurship resource to get #businesses and #nonprofits excited to apply for #grants, access resources and tools, and engage with diverse founder stories. If you haven't already, be sure to sign up today so you don't miss out here: https://bit.ly/489X6j9 #smallbusinessowners #blackfounders #latinxfounders #hispanicfounders #bipocfounders #entrepreneurs

Thoughtful Thursday Acts of Kindness. When was your last act of kindness? When was the last time you put someone else's need in front of yours? What difference are you making in this world? How can you make someone else's life just a little bit easier? These are some questions I reflect on often and tonight I had the honour of supporting some people in need during a difficult time in their life. The smallest act of kindness goes a very long way, even when you think it doesn't. #ronaldmcdonaldhouse #ronaldmcdonaldhousecharities #ladies #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #givingback #volunteering #buildingfriendships https://lnkd.in/gmT9H2UW

Our NEW YouTube video will be up TOMORROW! But wait, we couldn't resist giving you a little sneak peek 😉 Set your alarms, mark your calendars, and get ready to join us for the premiere tomorrow! 📅 Stay tuned for the full video and get ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to new heights! 💼💡  ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eADepKim #ThrowbackWebinar #VibesFromTheVault #Entrepreneurship101 #TrademarkTips #FundingStrategies #FranchiseVibes #PrecisionFranchise Who's excited? Drop a 🙌 in the comments if you're counting down with us! Let's do this! 👇

It is Q4. And 2023 has been a tricky one. For my entrepreneur connections, I'm not alone, right? For all of those leaders out there with eyeballs on you - it's a LOT to pull it all off. It's budget season, performance review season, stack evaluation season, OMG how are we going to hit growth goals season, who will answer the phone 24/7 on Christmas Day season and the tax prep season and holiday concerts in between. Plus holiday cards. And, at last: the client gift and/or appreciation event. Pro-tip. Save it for Valentine's Day. Flock DC birdSEED Foundation Birdwatch #entrepreneurship #endofyear #smallbusinessowners #holidayseason2023 

In business and in life, we stand on the shoulders of others. We all benefit from advice and wisdom shared by mentors and peers, so today we celebrate the ones who have changed the course of our lives for the better. Who has changed your trajectory? Recognize them in the comments! #ssf #secondservice #findingyoursecondservice #secondservicefoundation #militaryentrepreneur #militaryentrepreneurshipchallenge #veteranowned #veteranoperated #milspouseowned #smallbusiness

🌟𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀! In my entrepreneurial journey, there have been challenging times. I have struggled with cashflow, didn't have the resources I needed, and I've felt like I was going at it alone. It has been pretty lonely and confusing at times 😩. However, being part of the BNE community, and others like it, totally changed the game for me and my business. When I engaged inside of these communities, I wasn't alone anymore. I had people cheering me on, sharing their experiences, and helping me figure stuff out. Together, we faced the challenges head-on and came out stronger, together. Now, my business is in a much better place, all thanks to the power of community and having each other's backs. Special shoutout to the BNE Elite members for their love, support and expertise ❤️. And let me tell you, it wasn't just about getting through the tough times. Being part of these communities opened up doors I never even knew existed. I got access to all kinds of resources, advice, and support that I wouldn't have had on my own. It was like having a whole team of cheerleaders and mentors in my corner, pushing me to reach new heights. I learned that in the world of entrepreneurship, having a community to lean on isn't just nice—𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹. 🌟𝗦𝗼, 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗲, 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲! . . . #bne #blacknurseentrepreneurs #business #boss #nurse #nurseentrepreneurs #nurseentrepreneur #blacknurse #blacknurseentrepreneurs