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Community Connections: How to Strengthen Networks in 2026
We’re living in an era where authentic connection is currency. Your network isn’t just who you know: it’s who knows you, trusts you, and genuinely wants to see you succeed. That’s the kind of community that launches businesses, builds empires, and creates lasting change. So whether you’re an entrepreneur grinding to get your venture off the ground, a creative looking for your tribe, or a professional ready to level up, this is your playbook for strengthening your networks in 2026.
Back digital issues now free
We’ve unlocked the archive! All digital back issues (excluding the current Nov/Dec 2025 issue) are now available free.
The Art of Letting Go
Ready to start 2026 without last year’s baggage? Wrapping up the year is more than just a to-do list — it’s about clearing space mentally, emotionally, and in your environment for growth. Here are some tips on how you can let go with intention:
Why shopping local on Black Friday matters
What started as a single day of holiday shopping deals has morphed into a month-long consumer marathon that increasingly favors corporate giants over the small businesses that form the backbone of our communities.
Nov/Dec 2025 Issue Coming Soon
The new issue publishes this week! Pre-order your copy now.
The ENVOY Guide Podcast Interview with Nikki Bradley
Learn how brand strategist Nikki Bradley uses technology to stay productive and prevent burnout.
Women of Power Summit
More than 1,800 of the most powerful Black women in corporate America will convene at the Women of Power Summit, the nation’s premier leadership conference for Black women in business.
November/December 2024 issue now available
The November/December 2024 issue is now available!
Nov/Dec Issue Coming Soon
Brandy Mills discusses her new journal, Woman You Are Strong Face It Fix Journal: A 21-Day Face it so you can Fix it Journey; the everyday challenges women face in believing in themselves and their own strength and resilience, and why women’s empowerment is such a heartfelt passion of hers.
Brandy Mills Discusses Her New Journal
Brandy Mills discusses her new journal, Woman You Are Strong Face It Fix Journal: A 21-Day Face it so you can Fix it Journey; the everyday challenges women face in believing in themselves and their own strength and resilience, and why women’s empowerment is such a heartfelt passion of hers.
Woman Strong Empowerment Summit 2024
Publisher Yvette Freeman talks with Asheville, NC entrepreneur Brandy Mills, about her upcoming Woman Strong Masquerade to Self Discovery Empowerment Summit.
Tamara Lee’s money management tips for women
In an April interview with Publisher Yvette Freeman, money expert Tamara Lee offers her tips for women on how to manage their money in the current economy. Note: This interview took place in April of this year and its release was unfortunately delayed.
July/August 2024 issue now available
An update on the July/August 2024 issue from Publisher Yvette Freeman
Letter from the Publisher
An update on the July/August 2024 issue from Publisher Yvette Freeman
Beware of AI Hallucinations
Tech expert, Ben O’Connor, discusses how you can actually punish artificial intelligence to get better results from your prompts
How to “punish” AI to get better results
Tech expert, Ben O’Connor, discusses how you can actually punish artificial intelligence to get better results from your prompts
Part 4 Video: Getting Started with AI
In Part 4 of a discussion on artificial intelligence with Chi Chi Okezie of SimpleNETWORKING, LLC and John Lawson, of ColderICE Consulting, Chi Chi and John discuss ways on getting started with AI.
Part 3 Video: AI – Concerns about AI
In Part 3 of a discussion on artificial intelligence with Chi Chi Okezie of SimpleNETWORKING, LLC and John Lawson, of ColderICE Consulting, Chi Chi and John discuss common concerns surrounding AI.
Part 2 Video: AI – How to leverage it in your business
In Part 2 of a discussion on artificial intelligence with Chi Chi Okezie of SimpleNETWORKING, LLC and John Lawson, of ColderICE Consulting, Chi Chi and John give tips on how entrepreneurs can leverage AI in their businesses.
Part 1 Video: AI – Why we should be talking about it
Part 1 of a discussion on artificial intelligence with Chi Chi Okezie of SimpleNETWORKING, LLC and John Lawson, of ColderICE Consulting.
ENVOY Guide Publisher Yvette Freeman on Movie Reviews & More
The ENVOY Guide Publisher Yvette Freeman joins award-winning author, Douglas Wellman, and Never Stop Moving 365 founder & CEO, Christina Collins, on the February 7 episode of Movie Reviews & More, hosted by Brian Sebastian.
Setting your 2024 networking goals: Part 5
Watch the latest video (Part 5) of Chi Chi Okezie’s video series on setting your 2024 networking goals
Setting your 2024 networking goals: Part 4
Watch part 4 of Chi Chi Okezie’s video series for more useful tips to setting your 2024 networking goals