Wish I Didn’t Miss You: Honoring Angie Stone
In 1980, I was ten years old, one of about ten kids labeled “gifted and talented,” bussed across town to our elementary school. Our bus driver was a street-smart young … Read more
The Black Women Teachers Who Shaped My Mind and Spirit
Women have always shaped my life. My mother, grandmother, and aunts taught me how to love, serve others, cook, and survive. But it was my Black female teachers who expanded … Read more
10 Inspiring Children’s Books About Women
As a father, I believe in being actively involved in my children’s lives by shaping their understanding of the world. I do this through writing, sharing books, and teaching them … Read more
7 Best Cities for Young Black Entrepreneurs
Launching a business as a young Black entrepreneur presents unique challenges, but operating in the right city can increase the odds of success The Mocha Man Style team analyzed 30 … Read more
How to Deliver Awesome Customer Service
A few years ago, I attended my high school class reunion. I decided to buy a really nice suit so I could walk in the door with style. On the … Read more
Listening is a Powerful Leadership Tool
In my former career, I was a construction project manager responsible for managing a $20 million project. Obviously, the stakes were high, and I had to make sure that all … Read more
Top 10 U.S. Cities to Find a Job
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, over 100 million people have moved within the past five years in search of work. But where should job seekers go? Researchers … Read more
Top Reasons Why People Quit Their Jobs
In 2012, I quit my job. My friends and colleagues thought I was crazy. After 20 years at a Fortune 500 company, I had a great salary and was on … Read more
5 Most Romantic Hotels in Houston
There’s nothing quite like a romantic getaway in your own city, especially when your city is Houston. As a native Houstonian, I’ve explored every corner of this place, from its … Read more
8 Ways to Make Your Wife Feel Beautiful
In your eyes, your wife is the most beautiful woman in the world. But what if she doesn’t always see herself that way? The pressures of daily life, unrealistic beauty … Read more