While the number and diversity of tech jobs have expanded over the past two decades, the composition of the technology workforce in the United States has not kept pace with the overall workforce. Despite ongoing efforts to enhance representation of Black employees and executives in various...
Employers often adhere to traditional hiring standards that prioritize candidates with college degrees, inadvertently overlooking individuals without such qualifications. This oversight disproportionately affects the 17 million Black workers in the United States, with 65 percent of them acquiring...
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According to experts, despite layoffs and economic uncertainty, 93 percent of Black and Latino workers feel confident about their job outlook. The focus has shifted from recruitment to retention, with experts highlighting the need for companies to diversify their senior leadership...
Transitioning to a new career can be both exciting and challenging, especially for African American women in the tech industry. As the article "How to Navigate Career Transitions as an African American Woman in Tech" from Black Heights highlights, there are unique considerations and experiences...
The tech industry has long grappled with a lack of diversity, particularly when it comes to the underrepresentation of Black professionals. Despite the projected growth in tech jobs in the United States, statistics indicate that the increase in Black workers within the sector may not keep pace. ...
Introducing the new Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, a groundbreaking program designed to address the severe shortage of skilled talent in the cybersecurity industry.
As the demand for cybersecurity professionals rapidly increases, organizations are facing a significant gap between...
The interview delves into the critical aspect of personal branding and explores how it can be harnessed to establish multiple streams of income. The participants emphasize the profound significance of securing high-paying positions in the ever-growing tech industry, while also delving into...
Sales professionals face the challenge of capturing their audience's attention and conveying complex information effectively. One powerful tool at their disposal is storytelling. By incorporating storytelling techniques into sales presentations, tech salespeople can create engaging, memorable,...
The underrepresentation of Black technologists in the IT industry not only hampers innovation and creativity but also perpetuates systemic inequalities. To bridge this diversity gap and empower Black tech professionals at every level, various organizations have emerged with the mission to promote...
In today's rapidly evolving world, achieving racial equity in the tech industry is not just a matter of social justice but also an imperative for our nation's future prosperity. As the United States strives to remain innovative and competitive, it is crucial that educational and workforce...
Despite recent efforts to address diversity issues in the IT industry, there is still a long way to go in creating inclusive workplaces where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive. In response to this ongoing lack of diversity, several nonprofits have emerged with a mission to foster...
During my interview with Stephanie Samuels, Regional Sales Director at MongoDB, we discussed her journey into tech sales, the challenges she faced, and her experience as an African American woman in the industry. Stephanie shared how unexpected financial difficulties led her to work at a startup...
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