Any connects for black design professionals?

My friend and I (both Asian and gay) were seating at the cafe on the 2nd floor of Saks Fifth Ave today waiting for our table for the restaurant on the 9th floor. A lady came and asked where are we from, and “why are you two men in this mall? This is for female only”. I said this mall sells products for all genders. She said she has walked all floors and never saw a thing for men. Then she threw curse at me. I stood up and asked her to repeat what she said. She pulled her phone and called 911

Hi everyone! I’d love to hear your thoughts on EEO surveys during the job application process. Is it more beneficial to self-disclose or refrain from disclosing race, gender, disability, etc?

Which method is more likely to get your application noticed? Any guidance would be helpful on my job hunt. Thank you.

2 years out of undergrad and have a 758 credit score. Never missed a payment and was never late on one. How do I increase my available credit balance? It’s $10k on my card right now, I don’t need funds for anything, just would like to see it rise in case I ever do down the road.

Anyone technical guy with merchant QR experience looking for change? There is a requirement in Bajaj Finserv, exp 10-15 yrs. Attractive salary.

For 🐠 who got your CISSP, about how much study time did it take you? E.g. how many weeks/months did you study for, and how many hrs/week? It's a goal of mine to get certified, just trying to (cont.)

Has anyone done Uber as a means to keep bills paid while in transition? wondering if this would be sufficient financially

PWC India or Capgemini?

I finally have an extra room to set up a home office. I’m looking at motorized standing desk, but there are so many options out there that it is overwhelming. What’s your recommendation for an L-shaped desk?

I'm looking to improve my communication skills to navigate a very political environment better (i.e. I need to be more diplomatic). Any books recommendarions are appreciated 💁🏼‍♀️

NYC fish: it makes me happy to see all this outdoor seating and the safe ways people are spending time with each other. However, what will happen when it gets colder? Not sure whether to resign in Oct or not.....appreciate any insights/predictions

I've always used "OTE" to describe my base + variable, but many in this bowl seem to refer only to their variable. Which is correct?

I sell around 3mil year in a commission free workplace. What would you say is fair pay?

My current package is 15 LPA fixed 5 years of experience. How much should I ask in the next switch?

What is the value in professional certifications? ACCA, CFA, CIPD, etc.

Strangest request a client has made. Go.

I know it’s invitation only and maybe a long shot, but anyone know how to join the JPM Healthcare conference? At least a couple of sessions? I remember seeing some link for one event on Linkedin...

Great tailors in the NYC/NJ area?

Welp, see yeah later KFC!

Is cerner a good company to join over Deloitte india?

What is your favorite prototyping tool
and why?

Let’s hear some good news! Share your biggest wins so far this week!

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In the past, lawyer wellness and lawyer discipline/character fitness for bar applicants have existed in silos. I’d like to finally form a bridge between lawyer disciple and lawyer wellness and focus on prevention. When we think of lawyer discipline, we automatically think of outrageous behavior like stealing money. Those are extreme. The common cases are too stressed out and forgetting deadlines or death of a loved one and not having time to call clients back. Cont’d

Any upcoming law conferences/events?

Any thoughts on how the litigation going on between Twitter and Elon Musk is going pan out?

What are the benefits of being licensed in multiple states? Do you use all of your different law licenses at least once a month?

So, the CDC removed the Covid guidelines. I’ve never had Covid. I’m afraid people will come into work not wearing a mask and be inconsiderate… ughhh so distracting and disgusting. I’m also at risk to develop complications. Not sure if I should talk to HR. Not even sure if I should ask for accommodations to continue being able to wfh at least most days of the week to reduce risk. Idkkkk 😩This is so unprecedented. I always wear my mask at work. I’m getting pressured to attend firm events as well

Does anyone feel like there are certain practice areas that are more accessible and/or welcoming to black attorneys? Specify location when responding.

How close do you live to the office? What are the pros and cons that you have experienced living far/close?

A guy who is claiming to be in love with me (a black woman and immigrant), is a conservative (pro-trump, anti-gun laws, denies that there is racism etc). Are those red flags to make me cut him off?

My office is having a barbecue at one of the supervisors houses. It starts at 4 pm. what time should I show up? Social norms say arrive 30 minutes to an hour after a party start time but it’s since it’s a work party, what is the social norm for social work events?

I’m looking for a paralegal opportunity in the DMV/NYC/NJ area, preferably remote but I’m open to a hybrid schedule. I’ve an LL.B. (2014), and currently working as an appellate paralegal with experience in bankruptcy, civil rights litigation, and family law. I’m open to all areas of the law. Please comment if you are or know someone/law firm/in-house who’s looking for a paralegal.

Could you seriously date someone who isn't on the same financial level as you?

This bowl was originally created for black attorneys in big law, but since it’s the only bowl for black attorneys, many black attorneys in other sectors have joined. Some people are apprehensive about starting another bowl for all black attorneys because it will take away from this bowl. Assuming that the conversations & topics will stay the same, What are you thoughts on keeping this bowl solely for black in big law verses Opening this bowl to any black lawyer?

Other than losing out on the bonus, what else happens if you don’t meet your billable target for a year)? A number of associates at my firm miss their target and it doesn’t appear to be an issue.

For the past few months of interviewing have made it to the final round with a few firms, and the feedback is similar, ‘I’m a great candidate, but it’s not the right time’ Is this code for something? Am I missing something?

I need to grow my professional network, I feel lonely and little bit stuck...How did you find your mentor?

How do you balance your social life with work? I feel like all my non-law friends are out doing shit every night and living it up on the weekends and I just can't. I'm either working or I'm tired from working. How can I set better boundaries about working outside of work, and where do y'all get the motivation to be outside after work 😭

Do you ever feel like there are rooms you’re locked out of? I’m a black woman, i lateraled to my group a few months ago with minimal onboarding and welcome. A white woman joined recently and everyone has bent over backwards to make her feel welcome and get her integrated into the group. People have invested less in me and it’s going to show in a few years when she’s up for partner and I’m still catching up.