"The Early Days Were Marked By Determination, Hustle And Community Support": 3 Black Female Entrepreneurs Share How They Kickstarted Their Businesses

Why they got started, what keeps them going, and what they learned along the way.

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We’ve got the lowdown on three trailblazing Black women who started their own businesses from scratch.

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Placing your all in your business is important but being present for yourself and loved ones is priceless."

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So what did Rose do?

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It’s all about “community support,” she told us.

But she did it.

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It’s part of our commitment to a more inclusive tomorrow.

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