In my time in nonprofit leadership, I’ve experienced bias – both implicit and explicit – along with microaggressions and blatant racism that impacted my interactions with colleagues and supervisors. Working with various stakeholders, attending professional development sessions, and collaborating with …
I recently attended an industry conference and I want to share with you five strategies that helped me land new business and make connections. Whether you’re at the initial stages of your industry journey or a seasoned expert, there’s always …
In the past 13 years, Zoya Khan has only changed companies once — leaving a full-time position to join Prudential as a contractor.
What made her take this leap of faith? Well, for one, Khan knew what she wanted and was …
Money anxiety is a beast. In this episode, I talk through 5 steps you can implement to manage money anxiety while in your job search. I share my experience growing up low-income and continuing to earn a low salary even …
As the daughter of Chinese immigrants to California and the eldest of three children, Youny was the guiding light for her siblings as they prepared to go to college. In a way, her siblings were her first mentees.
“My parents …
Below is a profile piece featuring Jen Ng, Co-Chair of the firm’s Pride and Ally Network. Go to Morgan Stanley’s company page on PowerToFly to see their open positions and learn more.
As the newest Co-Chair of the firm’s Pride and …
Three years ago, the workforce witnessed a historic exodus of women, a phenomenon aptly termed the “she-cession.” Fast forward to today, and women are leading the post-pandemic job market recovery. This shift was a testament to women’s resilience and determination …
Setting the scene…
We were on a short weekend retreat and my friend packed her laptop in her bag to bring to the river. “Why are you bringing that?” I asked her. “It is slippery there. You might drop it …
When I was growing up, I thought my only career options were: doctor, lawyer, teacher. In today’s episode, I talk to an actual lawyer and ask her ALL the questions I wish I had had answers to growing up. This …
Many first-generation students carry a tremendous load on their backs. We’re told to get good grades, secure employment, excel in this new country, retain your cultural ties, always push forward, and lastly, work, work, work. Each expectation is a stone …
