Black in Tech

I just had a 1-1 with my manager he said my performance is phenomenal but he had a couple people come to him with complains about my “attitude” and that I need to be more cognizant of what I’m saying.… more

Given the fire 🔥 with alleged racial discrimination at TikTok would you still take the job offer?!

Anyone here ever gone with the wrong process because they didn’t want to make their boss look bad or avoid getting in his bad books?

Hey All,
I don’t want to build a website from scratch, what’s the best plug and play builder you all have used. This is for a new site I am building.

Have you ever been told you aren't qualified for a role, such as a promotion (or maybe by a recruiter) when you absolutely are?

Looking for an associate product manager role or health tech role 5 yoe in product/consulting (big 4) please help

Whatever happened to Apple stock, I am still hopeful.

Is it just me or are Black candidates only getting traction from Black recruiters right now? 🤔

I’ll like to know your opinions on job applications or recruiters asking you what your salary expectations are for a role. I feel like it restricts people from identifying what they are willing to com… more

Does anyone have a clear idea why the House/congress waits to work overtime last minute and then threatens us with a government shutdown? Do we need to coach them on time management?

"Tell me about yourself" Why does this get hard during an interview?

What is the difference between an Account manager and a Customer success manager?

Dear recruiters/hr it is time to take this line “would be happy to keep in touch regarding future opportunities that might be a better fit“ out of your rejection email. I mean we all know that you nev… more

Looking for volunteers and/or Partnerships! I have a non profit called @ReadyForceCyber that develops cybersecurity curriculums for schools K-12 and colleges to advance cybersecurity … more

Anyone know open source grant application portal? Or free tools that can help? Looking to manage grant disbursement for a nonprofit

Any CSM’s out there? How do you feel about your role? I just want a general idea of what you like and don’t like.

Currently seeking Linux System administration Roles either remote or in the DMV. Anyone's hiring?

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I’m fairly new in the Tech industry and had a completely different plan last year this time. This year, after gaining some industry knowledge I’m a little more clear on goals and directions NOT to take. Honestly… more

Has anyone here had success working with a head hunter? If yes, do you have any recommendations?

Thank you

Happy Wednesday everyone! Quick question. Should I buy a house now? Or will house prices go down? I’m thinking that the rate will either get higher or get lower to where I can I refinance but the pri… more

What do you think are the top reasons why applicants are ghosted recruiters/employers? Any recruiters here, I need your input. I have had opportunities I considered promising, gone through 3 rounds of interviews,… more

Anyone know how I can go about getting tech donations (gently used laptops, etc.) for Love Well Spent, a nonprofit that supports homeschool families in need?

It is okay to be the last person to talk during a meeting. , just saying.

Anything you wish you could say to your boss but don't?

What would you think if a recruiter keeps checking your LinkedIn page but doesn’t add or message you?

Can anyone refer me to The Home Depot?

Can someone refer me to KPMG

Anybody here headed to Rising next week?

It's almost Friday!!! Yes, that's what optimism sounds like.

Currently a TPM at Amazon. Anyone know a good remote exit opportunity paying 250k+?

Getting ready for another zoom interview tomorrow, who else misses the ole in person interviews? I feel like I can easily be misinterpreted via video and my nerves don’t seem to help.

Hi! Can anybody refer me to EY?

Started a new job this week and have all black direct reports ✊🏿 😌, finally I get to take care of my own 1st

How do you deal with jealousy from your corworkers? I have two white female coworkers who make the biggest “stink” about me being selected for projects over them. I’m selected for these projects becau… more

Okay, this is not tech-related but need advice. So we have tenants (Cop by professional) who have been running late on their rent is below the ongoing market rate. The lease was up in June, we increased the rent… more

Being prepared to walk away from a job offer if you are not happy with the salary.

People care about not replacing us with robots, but apparently not with not replacing us with white candidates.