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They won’t tell me what the salary is… “YET”.
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I recently received notice that I will have to RTO (more than 50%). I would like to know how you all handle microaggressions in the workplace.

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What's on everyone's superbowl menu?

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Does anyone else have a friend who can’t seem to focus on one job? I have a close friend who in the last 3 years has pursued being a Pilates instructor, opening her own restaurant, becoming a sommelie… more

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I don’t know if it’s trauma from my previous experiences but have y’all ever been in an interview and thought “there’s a reason there’s no one else that looks like me”?

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Anyone in healthcare administration? Just wanted to talk about the trials and tribulations of obtaining your position as a black woman. I've been a nurse for 18 years and have a MSN with ER and wo… more

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What does it really mean when companies say they are laying off people to re-organize their orgs?

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What’s your first indicator that you like or are in fact attracted to a man when dating?

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Ladies in Chicago, any recommendations for laser hair removal? I know not every spa has the laser that works with darker skin. TIA! 🥰

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Am I the only one not totally convinced by the Common and Jennifer Hudson romance? I forget where I heard it, but someone compared him to Lori Harvey saying he was basically the male version and wors… more

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Would you have on a nice pair of shoes or have a nice purse with you?

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Anyone actually living a soft life? I’m so over the grind. Need some inspiration.

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Hi Sisters. Need ideas on how to support a best friend with a baby in the NICU. 🥹🙏🏿🙏🏿

I am currently working on a care package for the new mom. Anything else I can or should do?

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Don’t mind me over here crying with Quinta Brunson through her Emmy speech ✨🏆✨

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Hello. Any thoughts on the online MBA program from Louisiana State University (Shreveport)? The low cost (a little over $14K) is appealing, and I most likely will be able to get my employer to cover a… more

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Are yall on dating apps? Any advice for a newbie?

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Hello ladies,
Does anyone in here work for OpenAI?

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