COVID Is Worsening Ageism. How Can Older Workers Spot Discrimination and Employers Avoid It?

We know SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) doesn’t discriminate, but that doesn’t mean employers have stopped doing it. In fact, the novel coronavirus that seems to have brought us all to a screeching halt is illuminating even more cases of age discrimination – and in some cases, it’s helping employers eliminate older workers as […]

How Tech Giants Have Been Getting Away With Age Discrimination

Avoiding LGBTQ Workplace Discrimination: Should You Come Out At Work?

Avoiding LGBTQ Workplace Discrimination: Should You Come Out at Work? When I came out as bisexual to my family and friends, I hoped it would be the last time I had that awkward conversation. Then I graduated college and moved from my liberal hometown of Boston, Massachusetts to Cleveland, Ohio, where I started my first […]

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Substance abuse counselor overcomes grief and age discrimination

In this interview with a substance abuse counselor, she shares how she has overcome overwhelming grief at the loss of her mother that changed her career path and lead her to this rewarding field. She also tells about her experiences of looking too young for the job, and how she juggles her professional career along […]

Substance Abuse Counselor Overcomes Grief and Age Discrimination

In this interview with a substance abuse counselor, she shares how she has overcome overwhelming grief at the loss of her mother that changed her career path and lead her to this rewarding field. She also tells about her experiences of looking too young for the job, and how she juggles her professional career along […]

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Disabled journalist overcomes discrimination, finds happiness

This freelance writer of 13 years shares how she has overcome physical disabilities and discouragement from others in order to pursue her dreams as a journalist. In her own words: In the eyes of many, I am not your typical writer, because I am disabled. I suffered a brain hemorrhage at the age of nine. […]

Disabled Journalist Overcomes Discrimination, Finds Happiness

This freelance writer of 13 years shares how she has overcome physical disabilities and discouragement from others in order to pursue her dreams as a journalist. In her own words: In the eyes of many, I am not your typical writer, because I am disabled. I suffered a brain hemorrhage at the age of nine. […]

Climbing the Corporate Ladder: Addressing the Bamboo Ceiling

In the pursuit of career success, many individuals strive to climb the corporate ladder, aiming for top leadership positions. However, for Asian Americans, this journey often comes with unique challenges that have been collectively termed the “bamboo ceiling.” The bamboo ceiling refers to the invisible barriers and biases that can hinder the career progression of […]

The Glass Ceiling in Tech: A Multi-dimensional Perspective

The tech industry is constantly evolving with innovation and new creative ways to solve the world’s problems– causing an increased demand for tech workers. Between 2021 and 2031, jobs for cybersecurity and software development will grow by more than 25%. Still, the glass ceiling exists for many underrepresented groups such as women, racial minorities, and […]

7 Essential Tips for First-Generation Job Seekers

Challenges abound for first-generation Americans – those whose parents came to the U.S. from another country or came themselves and became citizens. From learning the language and adapting to the American culture to facing discrimination and having to forge a path without much support, it can be a hard journey. Fortunately, with some determination, resilience, […]