Life after college was no spiral staircase for me. My first "big girl job" was the worst experience of my adult life, greatly exacerbated by the uncertainty of a global pandemic. I felt lost, disillusioned, and confused about what to do next. I missed all the red flags, and worst of all...I didn't know who to talk to about what I had just experienced.
If this resonates...you are not alone!
As a career mentor, I have survived rounds of layoffs, multiple re-orgs, promotions, supervisory roles, workplace harassment/bullying, and a global pandemic. I have seen a lot.
I mentor young women so they are equipped to deal with these challenges with resiliency & determination. You don't have to face life after college alone.
African American women are more likely to experience feelings of loneliness and alienation in the workplace compared to their counterparts. They are also more likely to feel underpaid and undervalued, both at work and at home.
By emphasizing peer-to-peer mentorship and high level career strategy, African American women can discover their unique strengths and chart a path beyond their current potential.