Corporate Counsel Women of Color In Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council Since 2023
Implementing strategies that promote healthy work-life balance can be challenging if you have family obligations and a demanding career. But there are simple actions you can take that will enable you to enjoy career satisfaction without sacrificing your personal life....
While we all love stories about people who quit their jobs on a whim and then go on to find success, the reality is most businesses are not founded in this manner. Many successful entrepreneurs took a much more systematic approach to start their businesses and took...
A recent report by Deloitte found that one-fourth of businesses will have a multigenerational workforce by 2025. This means there are five generations represented in the workplace today. The knowledge and skills of each one is unique and must be valued equally. Rather...
Remote job interviews can be stressful for people who aren’t used to communicating on camera. If you have an upcoming remote job interview, there are plenty of things you can do to prepare for it. Here are five tips to help you ace your next virtual job interview. 1....
It's that time of year again when we start thinking about our goals for the following year. But what about your fourth quarter goals? Sure, you've already achieved some of your goals for 2022, but what opportunities are out there in the remaining months of the year?...
It’s no secret that the majority of Wall Street asset funds are controlled by white men. In fact, only 1.4% of the $82 trillion in private equity funds are managed by diverse-owned firms. Yet, there are men of color who are beating the odds and dominating Wall Street...
Breaking news!!! The internet is here to stay. But seriously, if you aren’t using the internet to promote your business, you are leaving money on the table. In 2021, there was a record number of internet users - 5,168,780,607 - throughout the world. While the internet...
As women attorneys of color, we’ve all heard the grim reports surrounding the state of diversity in the legal profession. These include unequal compensation and the lack of diversity in the profession as a whole. We also know that simply talking about this problem ad...
If you’re like most attorneys, you weren’t offered legal marketing courses in law school. As a result, you may not be familiar with best practices for legal marketing, branding and communications. Even if you don’t have a genuine interest in marketing, it is an...
A wise man once said, “To leave the world a little better than you found it. That’s the best a man can ever do.” As men of color, it is our duty to show the next generation of people of color how to find their place in a world that doesn’t look, act or think like us....
From workplace bullying to conscious bias, there are plenty of things that can get in the way of experiencing job satisfaction for women attorneys of color. However, this doesn’t mean that unfavorable treatment has to prevent you from finding satisfaction with your...
Your first year as a law firm associate will be challenging. Not only will you have to adjust to your firm’s culture, but you will also work on legal matters that may be completely foreign to you. “There are no shortcuts to becoming an effective, respected lawyer....
The pandemic has caused many business owners to struggle, but its impact on women and minority-owned companies are even more intense. A number of minority-owned businesses have experienced lost income, layoffs and closures. Despite this, there are more women of color...
Corporate Counsel Women of Color congratulates Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson on her recent confirmation to the United States Supreme Court. She will be the first – hopefully not the last - African American woman to hold a seat on the highest court in the land....
Plenty of people want to be entrepreneurs. In fact, 55% of Americans believe they are capable of running a successful company. There are eight million minority-led companies in the United States currently. With that being said, making the leap from employee to...
If we are to close the racial retirement gap, planning for retirement is an essential part of financial wellness. On average, persons of color have less money saved for retirement than White Americans. This means that many persons of color won’t be able to maintain...
Benjamin Franklin once said, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” You can be sure that when April 18th arrives, the IRS will be looking for your tax forms. When it comes to filing taxes, the earlier the better. In spite of your...
When it comes to personal finances and building wealth, men of color lag behind white families. Consider the following data from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. White Families (Average Net Worth) - $983,400Black Families (Average Net Worth) -...
March is National Women’s History Month. Wondering what you can do to support and honor women who have made a difference in their industries? Here are 5 virtual events to attend during Women’s History Month. 1. Film Screening and Panel Discussion: Without a Whisper...
Starting and growing a business can be challenging – especially if you are launching your first company. The good news is you don’t have to go it alone. There are plenty of resources to help you build a business on a strong foundation. Here are 7 online training...
International Women’s Day is a remarkable day in which we honor and celebrate all that women do to make our world a better place to live, work and thrive. This year’s theme is #BreakTheBias. Collectively, women have made great strides during the past century. We have...
From inflation to oil prices, the global economy is ever-changing. Even if you have a job, you may be just one recession or global conflict away from the unemployment line. So, it's important to stay abreast of the latest technologies and learn in-demand skills. For...
The start-up phase of a business can be a whirlwind. There are so many things to do and so little time to do them. You have to answer phone inquiries, consult with customers, maintain your website, respond to emails and perform other daily tasks. When you’re trying to...
Women entrepreneurs face unique challenges when it comes to starting and growing their businesses. One of the greatest challenges is getting access to funding from outside investors such as venture capitalists and banks. Women-owned businesses generate nearly $2...
The pandemic has impacted employment in a variety of ways. This is especially true for men of color and Black men in particular. According to an employment report by the Brookings Institution, there was a 4 percent decrease in employment for Black males from 2020 to...
Do you want a promotion, new leadership role at another company or a seat on a corporate board? If so, you must learn how to unapologetically toot your own horn. Mastering the art of self-promotion is essential for you to rise to the top of your industry. But for too...
Typically, job changes happen in one of two ways – either by choice or by force. Whether you’re looking for a new job, retiring or facing a corporate layoff, prepare your finances for the transition. “Managing a career transition can be one of the most important...
One of the ripple effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is The Great Resignation. Since 2020, more than 4.5 million people have resigned from their jobs to explore new career paths. So, if you’re ready to make a pivot in your career, there may be plenty of exciting...
“What you have to do is really be an advocate for yourself. Care about your own career.” Rhonda Adams Medina, Netflix 2020 was a transformative year. Through the concerted efforts of #BlackLivesMatter,...
“COVID-19 will reshape our world. We don’t know yet when the crisis will end. But we can be sure that by the time it does, our world will look very different.”...
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