Black women are reaching higher and higher accolades across industries, but it is still an uphill battle to receive the credibility of our white counterparts.
Recently, I spoke with a group of friends who all have thriving, successful careers. I connected with them to engage in an honest discussion about how deeply affected we all were by the recent strings of violence against our community and how that pain is translating into our daily lives.
Here’s how criticism should positively impact your career.
Many Blacks feel they don’t receive enough support for racially charged issues. White coworkers can be left feeling unsure of what to say or do to provide comfort and avoid confrontation. Here’s what our White coworkers can do to be an ally without stirring the pot.
A healthy working environment makes all the difference in your 9-5. You spend more time at work than at home. Having that one coworker that rubs you the wrong way can make an 8-hour shift seem like an eternity. Here are the types of coworkers we wish we’d never met — and the types you […]
What's best for you in your situation? Here are some things you may need to consider.
Here’s how your actions could be presenting you as the “Angry Black Woman” versus the thought leader making power moves.
A social butterfly is usually accused of being a “Chatty Cathy” when she doesn’t know when to cut the convo short. If your coworkers are truly busy, they don’t always have time to engage in meaningless chitchat at the water cooler or in the middle of drafting a time-sensitive email. Ask yourself these 3 questions […]
Why on Earth should women settle for equal pay when they are destined for more?
Not appearing professional and polished can limit opportunities to advance in your career. I
Take the next step in your career using these 7 steps.
Workplace bullying is quite common and can be described as intimidating, threatening or intentionally sabotaging a coworker.
