Insiders' Secrets to Success

From Main Street to Wall Street, diversity is the one word that has gotten companies to sit up and recognize that talent comes in all shades and skill sets. What that means for Black women on the job is that the rules of engagement have changed. To stay ahead of the pack, you've got to do a little diversifying of your own. Having the inside track is all about developing the right relationships, knowing what's said when you're not in the room, and marketing yourself like a pro. Check out an ESSENCE interview with top diversity experts from major companies.

Women Redefining Leadership

Nine recently appointed college and association presidents -- including one of Hispanic Business magazine's Elite 20 Women, Dr. Elsa Murano, President of Texas A&M University -- discuss the challenges unique to their own institutions, those facing higher education in general, and more.

Yahoo Launches 'Shine,' A Site for Women 25-54

Yahoo Inc. is launching a new site for women between ages 25 and 54, calling it a key demographic underserved by current Yahoo properties. Monday's launch of Shine is aimed largely at giving the struggling Internet company additional opportunities to sell advertising targeted to the key decision-maker in many households. Yahoo said advertisers in consumer-packaged goods, retail and pharmaceuticals have requested more ways to reach those consumers.

SBA Unveils New 'National Small Business Week' Web Site

The U.S. Small Business Administration this week launched a new Web site, NationalSmallBusinessWeek.com, for National Small Business Week 2008, featuring information about the agency's premier annual event. Up-to-the-minute highlights, multimedia content and information will be updated to the Web site during Small Business Week events in real time.