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.
Does natural hair make a difference in your job search? Minutes away from jumping off the deep end at my recruiting job, I got a call from a hiring manager about a corporate human resources position. As a recruiter, I knew I needed to do some research to decide whether or not I’d take this […]
Quite a few companies have increased flexibility in work schedules by adding work-from-home positions.
Getting fired can be very discouraging and leave you feeling stressed and depressed. Here’s what you can do to turn that pink slip into a job offer.
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.
You’re rocking it out at work, but don’t quite feel your pay is up to par. At some point, we’ve all been there. A girl has to get her coin and wants to feel adequately compensated for high-level work output. Learning the art and science behind how and when to ask for a raise can […]
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 […]
You’ve reached your breaking point. All you can think about is chucking the deuces and saying to hell with your dead end job. But you can’t. While you know you can’t burn bridges, you can certainly make your exit just as jazzy as your entrance. Here’s how: Update your resume Keep a running list of your brag-worthy accomplishments. […]
Not appearing professional and polished can limit opportunities to advance in your career. I
