Should I Quit an Internship I Don't Like?

Don't start a pattern of quitting before you even really get started.

Funke AdenijiJune 23, 2018black, career, blog, write, writer

I Want to Become a Chief Marketing Officer like Bozoma Saint John. What Steps Can I Take to Turn My Dreams into a Reality?

Pick one of these ladies that you admire most and research her journey.

Funke AdenijiJune 22, 2018black, career, blog, write, writer

I Was Excited About My First Job out of College, but Now I Get Depressed by It

I really wish colleges did a better job of preparing students for the real-life workforce.

Funke AdenijiJune 22, 2018black, career, blog, write, writer

My Internship Didn't Want to Keep Me

Use the relationships that you've build over the last three years and keep in touch. Continue to network with them as you continue in your journey.

Funke AdenijiJune 9, 2018black, career, blog, write, writer

I Work in an Environment That Is EXTREMELY Toxic

I'm glad that you've recognized early in your career that your current environment is not a good fit for you.

Funke AdenijiMay 16, 2018black, career, blog, write, writer

Every Time I Tell Someone My Major, I Get “That Won’t Make You Any Money”

You have to be careful of the people you're seeking input from. Not everyone can have an opinion on your future!

Funke AdenijiMay 5, 2018black, career, blog, write, writer

My Goal Has Been to Be a Writer-How Can I Move Forward in this Field in Corporate America?

If writing is what you want to be doing, then you need to be writing!

Funke AdenijiApril 20, 2018interview, writing, black, career, freelance, blog, write, writer

I'm a Fun Upbeat Person, but I'm in a Work Environment That's Dull and Boring

There is such a thing called a Cultural Fit when looking for jobs.

Funke AdenijiMarch 24, 2018nikki, intern, glasses, interview

I Recently Graduated and I’m on the Hunt for an Entry-Level Position

This can be hard, especially when you're just starting out. Put your helmet on and get ready!

Funke AdenijiMarch 8, 2018nikki, intern, glasses, interviewComment

I Feel That Saying No to Social Invites Can Affect My Work Relationships

In general, I think that interacting off the desk is important when you work closely in a team setting, and you're looking to create a good rapport.

Funke AdenijiMarch 6, 2018nikki, intern, glasses, interviewComment

Should I Keep It Simple for the Interview or Show Them Who They’ll Be Getting 💯%?

I’m new to the city and looking for employment in corporate America again.

Funke AdenijiFebruary 28, 2018nikki, intern, glasses, interviewComment

Right Now I Am in College and I Am Studying Communications. What Professional Positions Could I Obtain?

I would get specific and intentional with the direction you want to take and make that your mission.

Funke AdenijiFebruary 16, 2018nikki, accounting, intern Comment

I Don't Think I Want to Work in the Field I Got My Degree In

You’d be surprised at how many people don’t find careers in the same field as their degree.

Funke AdenijiFebruary 7, 2018nikki, accounting, internComment

I Love My Job, But It's Hard Commuting There

Since you really like your job, I would suggest approaching your boss with solutions to the problem and you may have to think outside of the box.

Funke AdenijiJanuary 20, 2018salary, increase, nikki, money Comment

I Saw That She Was Talking About Me Through a Messaging App with Another Co-Worker

The key word is document, document, document. You need to start documenting the encounters you’re having, in full detail and keep it in a file.

Funke AdenijiJanuary 18, 2018rate, paid, corporate, black, girl, job, advice, just ask, talk, me, clash, supervisor, unfair, los angelesComment

I Was Offered the Promotion, But I Wasn't Paid the Rate

It’s going on the third pay period and they still have not signed my paperwork that will allow me to get paid for the “promotion”.

Funke AdenijiDecember 11, 2017promotion, money, rate, paid, corporate, black, girl, job, advice, just ask Comment

What Is The Best Approach to Request/Discuss an Increase In Salary?

You should be keeping track of all of your accomplishments throughout the year.

Funke AdenijiDecember 11, 2017salary, increase, nikki, moneyComment

I Got the Job, But I Did Not Get a Follow Up Email

After that, I’ve never heard from her.

Funke AdenijiDecember 11, 2017email, follow up, position, job, nikki Comment

My Manager is Treating Me Completely Differently From Everyone Else

Get in touch with companies that may have expressed interest or even extended an offer that you’ve turned down.

Funke AdenijiDecember 11, 2017Comment

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