Being a small business owner usually means that you operate in many different roles. We’ve put together a list of free resources to use when you’re looking to gain knowledge in the various areas of your business. Use Your King County Library Card LinkedIn Learning LinkedIn learning is an online course library that covers skills …
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We’re all about making lending work for Black owned businesses. That’s why we’ve introduced a new and improved application! Applicants can receive prequalification in just 6 steps. After that, it’s all about connecting with our team. A streamlined process means that we can spend more time building trust, understanding your needs, and growing the relationship …
Tashara Ramese is a local accountant and community leader. She built her business as a way to create a sustainable life for herself as a working mother. Her book, Financial Finesse, came from a desire to take away the intimidation that dealing with finances often creates for entrepreneurs. This detailed guide goes into vocabulary, budgeting, …
Jaebadiah Gardner is the founder of GardenerGlobal, Inc. and Onpoint Real Estate. We read his book Believe in Yourself as the 3rd installment in our Denkyem Reads series. Believe in Yourself is an unfiltered look at an entrepreneur’s journey. It captures the wins and the struggles in Jaebadiah’s journey with a sense of humor and …
Last month we had the pleasure of reading Think It, Write It, Declare It by Debrena Jackson Gandy. Debrena is a business coach and the best selling author of All the Joy You Can Stand, and Sacred Pampering Principles. Her coaching style is known for putting self-care first, so that you can reach clarity in …
Here is an analogy… Imagine you are walking your favorite trail and you notice that the lake is contaminated, what is your first inclination? This test will be graded: A) “That lake is stank! Instead of continuing our walk, let’s clean it up.” B) “That lake is stank! We need to get the park ranger, …
We’re kicking off Denkyem Reads with 100 Black Business Affirmations by Ma’at CC. Ma’at CC has a background in business administration. She is the owner of Nubian Business Consulting LLC, a consulting service supporting Black businesses. 100 Black Business Affirmations, is her 3rd publication focused on uplifting the Black community. It is a book rooted …
We believe in local Black entrepreneurs. Part of our vision is that Black business owners will be trusted voices within their local communities. Voices that will support other small businesses, advocate for local causes, and inspire other aspiring entrepreneurs. We will be looking to some of our local leaders to read what they have to …
This post is for informational purposes only. Denklyem Co-Op is not an accounting professional service. Consult with a certified financial advisor before you rely on this information. It’s not too early to plan ahead for next year’s business taxes. While this year’s process is fresh in your mind, make a plan to create more efficient …
Acts of service is Denkyem’s love language. We invest in Black-owned businesses who are involved in their communities. Acts of service can be big or small. They can require large amounts of funds, or just time and effort. Community support can be the main mission of a business or in addition to the products and …
