Sometimes, a career pivot is so necessary that you can feel it in your bones. A workplace possibly became toxic or the company values don’t align with yours. In any case, changing careers can be scary. It’s normal to experience anxiety or apprehension, as you navigate new pastures. However, on the other side of a… Continue reading How to Get Settled After a Career Pivot
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Black Twitter Reacts to Drew Barrymore’s ‘Mamala’ Request to Vice President Harris
In a recent episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Drew Barrymore’s earnest plea for Vice President Kamala Harris to become the nation’s “Mamala” stirred up critique on social media. Barrymore’s seemingly heartfelt appeal hit a sour note within the Black community. During the episode, Barrymore expressed a yearning for a maternal figure to guide the… Continue reading Black Twitter Reacts to Drew Barrymore’s ‘Mamala’ Request to Vice President Harris
How to Receive Criticism Better in the Workplace
If constructive criticism and critique send you into a negative spiral, then it’s time to reframe how you see feedback. Whether you are a manager, an entrepreneur or early on in your career, feedback is necessary and inevitable. Constructive criticism can help you uncover your blind spots, improve your efficiency and refine your technique. It’s… Continue reading How to Receive Criticism Better in the Workplace
The Do’s and Don’ts of Making Friends at Work
Employees are gradually returning to the office for work as more companies transition into a hybrid model. The shift from a private workspace to returning to a public work environment is an adjustment. For many, it requires re-establishing professional boundaries in the office. It’s natural to want those professional relationships to turn personal with colleagues.… Continue reading The Do’s and Don’ts of Making Friends at Work
Twitter Users Share Complex Experiences Working for Black Women
There’s often a feeling anticipation that comes when a Black woman learns she’ll be working under another Black woman. It’s a moment of excitement, a hope for solidarity, and the expectation of understanding. But for many, the reality doesn’t match the dream. A recent tweet sparked a conversation about the challenges faced by Black women… Continue reading Twitter Users Share Complex Experiences Working for Black Women
How to Craft an Effective Networking Message on LinkedIn
When it comes to the job hunt, it’s key to stand out from the crowd. A craft networking message on LinkedIn could help with getting your name directly to recruiters and hiring managers. There’s an art to crafting an effective message to connect with a hiring manager. Here are a few tips to craft an… Continue reading How to Craft an Effective Networking Message on LinkedIn
How to Turn a Job Setback Into a More Aligned Career
Whether it’s a layoff, furlough, request for you to step down or outright firing, job setbacks can crush your confidence and sense of direction. You get to decide whether the shock of the curveball will leave you stuck or if you will push forward. Setbacks can be a time to reconsider and reframe your career… Continue reading How to Turn a Job Setback Into a More Aligned Career
What to Look for in an Emotionally Healthy Leader in the Workplace
You’ve likely experienced many of the signs of an unhealthy leader – the micromanagement, the lashing out, the lack of support and the constantly moving goalposts. Finding a healthy leader in professional spaces, corporations and nonprofit organizations can seem like finding a needle in a haystack. With nearly 40% of Black women leaving workplaces due… Continue reading What to Look for in an Emotionally Healthy Leader in the Workplace
4 Ways That Women Can Minimize Their Financial Stress
Ninety three percent of women feel stress when it comes to managing money. This is often due to financial factors that are true for most women: shouldering more of the caregiving duties, living longer than men (aka higher retirement years costs) and higher healthcare costs than men. The World Economic Forum reports that working women… Continue reading 4 Ways That Women Can Minimize Their Financial Stress
Cannabis Is Becoming a Lucrative Business for Black Women
The cannabis industry has soared since states began legalizing recreational use of the drug. In the beginning, however, it seemed like the future of the industry would be heavily saturated by white men. Black women caught wind and quickly worked to make a change in that sector. As with almost any industry, the journey for… Continue reading Cannabis Is Becoming a Lucrative Business for Black Women