Posts tagged workplace
Fine, I'll Hire Myself

“Becoming your own boss can be inspiring and empowering but the road to get there is often tough. Do you choose to stay in your part-time job that overworks you or do you take the leap of faith to make it on your own? Neither choice is easy, I've done them both and I want to let you in on my story of how I overcame those obstacles and got to where I am today.”

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When Being Good at Your Job is Never Enough

“I’ve always believed that if I kept my head down, stayed out of trouble, got good grades, and was overall a “good” kid I would have no problem making it in this world. Good grades get you a good job which leads you to good pay, and comfortable life, but it seems to only be for “Whites-only”. I have always felt overlooked because of my skin and being a Woman of Colour doesn’t help my situation. In fact, it seems to have worsened the treatment I’ve experienced lately.”

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