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Career advice from 10 Black American power brokers


Published on 2025-02-28 21:20:48 - AOL
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  • Black American corporate executives share their lessons for accumulating wealth, building businesses, growing careers, and making sound investment decisions.

The article from AOL titled "Career Advice: 10 Black American Pioneers Who Broke Barriers in Their Fields" highlights the achievements of ten influential Black Americans who have made significant contributions across various industries. It discusses pioneers like Mae Jemison, the first Black woman astronaut; Garrett Morgan, who invented the traffic light and gas mask; and Oprah Winfrey, who transformed daytime television with her talk show. Other figures include Katherine Johnson, whose calculations were crucial for NASA's space missions; Frederick Douglass, an abolitionist and orator; and Madam C.J. Walker, the first female self-made millionaire in America through her hair care products. The piece also covers modern influencers like Ursula Burns, the first Black woman CEO of a Fortune 500 company, and Robert F. Smith, known for his philanthropy and business success. Each individual's story serves as an inspiration, showcasing their resilience against racial and gender barriers, and their lasting impact on their respective fields.

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