Beyond the She-cession Empowering Women of Color for Workplace Equity

Three years ago, the workforce witnessed a historic exodus of women, a phenomenon aptly termed the “she-cession.” Fast forward to today, and women are leading the post-pandemic job market recovery. This shift was a testament to women’s resilience and determination …

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The Pursuit of Black Excellence: Setting Boundaries in the Workplace

Setting the scene…

We were on a short weekend retreat and my friend packed her laptop in her bag to bring to the river. “Why are you bringing that?” I asked her. “It is slippery there. You might drop it …

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How to Pivot Your Career and Follow Your Passion

In this episode, Averri shares her amazing story of transitioning from fashion design to political sciences, public affairs, and ultimately entrepreneurship. Get ready to be inspired as she opens up about:

Don’t miss out on this empowering conversation with Averri …

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Meet Pernell Thompson: Head of Fitness Partnerships

Meet, Pernell Thompson, Head of Fitness Partnerships at Zeamo
What industry are you in?

Pernell: Health & Wellness

Where do you work?

Zeamo

What was your journey like to get to where you are in your career?

Coming out of …

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Negotiating Your Next (or First!) Salary

Whether you’re a new or experienced negotiator, the topic of salary negotiation is always relevant. For professionals of color especially, salary negotiations provide opportunities to narrow the persistent pay gap and receive equitable compensation for our work. Here’s a bit …

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Resilience and Representation: Breaking Barriers in STEM with Jeyra Arocho

In this Career Spotlight episode, I talk with Jeyra Arocho, an Afro Latina fire protection engineer and trailblazer. Jeyra, who was displaced from her home of Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, shares the challenges she has overcome in her career, …

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Empowering Black Professionals in the Age of AI

Ready or Not: artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a sci-fi concept. It’s here, reshaping industries and job markets at breakneck speed. For Black job seekers, the stakes are high. While AI offers exciting possibilities, it also presents unique …

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Stories from Jopwell on Realizing Black Hair is an Office Talking Point

Very little could have deterred me from going natural when I decided to stop relaxing my hair in college. Going without a touch-up for months wasn’t cute, but searching for an affordable stylist in my college town was demoralizing. Plus, …

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3 Stories of Black Success in the Tech Field

As someone who reads a myriad of articles and listens to a lot of podcasts about the tech space, particularly the journey of a founder, it’s important to me to share my findings. Their journey is always inspiring moments of …

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AI Takes the Lead: The 25 Fastest-Growing Jobs in the U.S.

If shifting careers or finding a new job is on your 2025 to-do list, we’ve got you covered. LinkedIn has just released its annual fastest-growing jobs report, featuring the 25 most promising roles this year. No surprise here: AI jobs

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