Black Professionals In Accounting

Only attract to smart and successful black women but feels like they don’t want to settle down and push for later any idea of kids...and want the wedding (not mariage). Ladies, why you do this ?

Just turned 30, and I feel like I was in a box for yrs and I just want to escape for a moment. All the success seems to not make me happy. Does anyone else fell the same ?

Do any of you get kinda upset or annoyed when you realize you’re one of the only few people of color in your firm? I know I can’t be the only one

For those in NYC where do you go to meet woman? Without having to go get drinks? I don’t drink that’s why I said without drinks.

I find dating to be difficult because a lot of men are intimidated by a “successful business woman” and the notion that I likely make more money than them. Has anyone else felt like this? (Continued)

In Rome until Friday! Any recs on places to visit and restaurants to try?

I feel like there’s a lack of inclusion in my office. We are finally diverse; but it feels like we’re hired, but not included. Specifically, lunch invites, client work and OOO events. Advice?

Are Asians more racist than white people against black people? Thoughts?

whats the starting salary for risk at Deloitte in Philadelphia?

Hey guys quick question, when PwC recruits, do they care more about ur major gpa or cumulative gpa?

How far into your career did it take before working at a place that had black people in leadership positions? I have yet and it's making it hard on me to seek out mentors or even friends

Which firms do you think are really pushing to make D&I changes for the better. I know each office culture is different but what do you think over all.

Does any one feel way behind the curve and wish they had mentors in accounting to speak to on a family level that you can trust and know they really want you to succeed?

Does anyone else still stay in the hood because it’s cheaper and they’re not really scared or all the crimes and gangs because they grew up with it?

Do you feel that the actions of leaders in your office / firm show their commitment to diversity and inclusion?
If so, how? If not, what would you like to see?

Do you feel that black people are more prone to be flashy than other races? A friend was telling me about some financial issues as he wore a gold chain and bracelet...con't

Is anyone a member of SOHO House? And as a young black male, do you think it’s worth trying to become a member (i.e., is it beneficial to your career or personal development)?

Does any other black guys get the feeling they’re coming off like an Uncle Tom ?

I’m just glad I got a day off from work 🤷🏽‍♂️ stay woke my brothas and siestas.

To those involved with business development and sales, how has your network helped you in achieving sales targets? And in this case network means your black people network.

Having gone through a very underfunded public school system I felt inadequate and I was able to coast by through college. Though I feel like Im capable now I still feel inadequate sometimes. Thoughts?

NABA convention anyone?

Does anyone have any recommendations on beard grooming/maintenance?

Right now I’m just using beard oil by Nappy Styles, but I feel like my beard is so damn curly that it prevents outward growth.

Never thought my life would go this way.

What skin care products do you guys use for your face?

Does anyone have an executive coach and if so, are you happy with the service and how did you find and vet them?

It annoys me that everyone is *only*talking about reparations for slavery. I think the Jim Crow era was more detrimental. These are two separate events to me.

What’s your best networking advice? Especially when it comes to conversations/networking with non-black interactions. A lot of times, I feel like there’s nothing in common so I don’t talk.

I’m at a recruiting event and a black girl pulls me aside to tell me that she is not comfortable working here. I make that choice to endure discomfort, but she made it clear she doesn’t want to

Anyone grew up in a bad neighborhood but made it out?

How do yall feel when asked to take promotional pictures that are ment to show "diversity" at your firm?

How many of you had the n word slip when at work? Did the person brush it off or did something bad happen?

Does anyone here live in Utah? Davis or Salt Lake County specifically?

I love the outdoors and am thinking about settling down there with my partner, but was wondering what it would be like for us?

I am an intern and about to start my tax internship this summer. But I am really interested in doing advisory and not tax, what should I do? I don’t wanna ruin my chances of getting an offer