Hi, I’m fairly new to corporate America with only several years of experience in financial services. I’m a Black female having difficulty navigating a white, male dominated field. Can someone share advice on navigating the office politics while being a POC? My question is specifically about asking tough questions to senior management. Is there specific “etiquette” to follow?

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I’ll tell you like my senior exec told me over 20 years ago…. Walk into rooms like you own them; ask questions of Execs as if you manage them; speak confidently as if you belong… because you DO.

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I’m still learning this and would to see the responses!

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I feel you! Following

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