Cultivating Future Farmers: A Recap of the Vivian’s Door Ag Club Summer Internship
“Agriculture is the most healthful, most useful, and most noble employment of man.” – George Washington Vivian’s Door has just concluded our first ever Ag Club training. This summer, we embarked on an exciting adventure with a group of high school and college interns, giving them a hands-on, in-depth experience in agriculture, right here in […]
Unlocking Growth Strategies to Shift from Working in Your Business to Working on Your Business.
Do you feel like you’re stuck in the weeds, constantly putting out fires and handling day-to-day tasks? You dream of bigger things, of strategically growing your business, but feel bogged down by the daily grind. Don’t worry—you’re not alone. Here at Vivian’s Door, we help small business owners like you navigate through this common struggle. […]
5 Simple Daily Practices to Help You Clear Your Headspace
As you juggle the hustle and bustle of your daily life, ever feel like your mind’s a cluttered closet needing a good clean-out? Well, you’re not alone. Abraham Lincoln once said, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Think of clearing your mental […]
5 Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Small Business Week
Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, representing innovation, creativity, and resilience. Small Business Week is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the economic contributions, income, and jobs created by these enterprises in our communities. Here are five meaningful ways you can show your support and appreciation during Small Business Week: 1. Shop Local, […]
A Land Legacy Guide for Farmers in the South: Heirs Properties and Wills
In the heart of the South, where the soil is fertile and farming traditions run deep, Black families have a connection to the land that spans generations. In this article, we’ll explore the types of land farm properties, potential challenges, and how legal services and other heir property resources can help untangle complicated land situations. […]
The Mountaintop and Beyond: Dr. King’s Legacy and the Unfinished Business of the Racial Wealth Gap
At Vivian’s Door, we celebrate Dr. King’s dream daily with authenticity, humility, intention, and much thought. Imagine if Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were still alive today. Undoubtedly, he’d be at the forefront of the battle to bridge America’s alarming racial wealth gap. The dream he so passionately spoke about on that fateful night in […]
Fast Forward from Madam C.J. Walker to Courtney Ross: Beauty Entrepreneurs of a Timeless Kind
In honor of Women’s History Month, we shine a spotlight on the remarkable journey of Courtney Ross. An expert beautician and a pioneering entrepreneur, she’s transformed countless faces and empowered a multitude of aspiring beauticians and beauty professionals to actualize their dreams. Her life and work mirror the indomitable spirit of Madam C.J. Walker, a […]
Celebrating Reverend Sandy A. McQueen: A Pillar of Support for his Community and Vivian’s Door
In the bustling heart of Mobile, AL, nestled among the vibrant streets filled with history and lined with fragrant flower blooms, lies a beacon of hope and community spirit, the Truevine Missionary Baptist Church. At the helm stands a figure revered by many, Reverend Sandy A. McQueen, the seventh pastor to grace its pulpit since […]
Livestock Wellness: 9 Tips to Keep Your Herd Healthy
Today, let’s chat about the nitty-gritty of keeping our precious livestock thriving and kicking on the farm. Here are nine savvy strategies to ward off those pesky diseases that can wreak havoc on our herds and wallets. It is much easier to prevent livestock diseases (Microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi, can […]
Winnie Dotch-Jones: A Force for Good in Healthcare, Business, and Community
“Behind every successful woman is a tribe of other successful women who have her back.” – Anonymous Winnie Dotch-Jones is a true multi-potential person. She currently works as a practice manager in a pediatric office, runs her own business, has served as a project manager, and always champions her community. She is so much more […]
