As I read this article, it brought tears to my eyes as I relived the same experiences. A generation later my baby had the same experience,. Very little has changed despite years of diversity programs to address this issue. As a black female leader, you feel isolated and alone as there are so few of you in that position. You forever play the dual role of a leader in the workplace and mother, wife and nurturer at home where you have to get back to reality.
I too had to battle with not being my true self to please the status quo. As a black female leader, you are seen as aggressive when you challenge bad behavior but your white counterparts are seen as assertive. You continue to be strong for the well being of your family but it is not always easy when injustice stares you in the face.
It is frustrating when you are not credited for your contribution in the workplace and very often have to do the work of your boss only for them to be credited for something they didn’t do.
The value of diversity in the workplace will continue to be dumbed down until Equality and Diversity becomes an integral part SeniorManagement training.
Thank you Nadiya for sharing your experiences. It is very enlightening as well as inspiring. I am so proud of you.
There is still time to fulfill your dreams and they certainly do come true. Believe in yourself and never stop until you achieve those goals you set for yourself.
Keep on doing what you do best, success is a journey, not a destination.
As I read this article, it brought tears to my eyes as I relived the same experiences. A generation later my baby had the same experience,. Very little has changed despite years of diversity programs to address this issue. As a black female leader, you feel isolated and alone as there are so few of you in that position. You forever play the dual role of a leader in the workplace and mother, wife and nurturer at home where you have to get back to reality.
I too had to battle with not being my true self to please the status quo. As a black female leader, you are seen as aggressive when you challenge bad behavior but your white counterparts are seen as assertive. You continue to be strong for the well being of your family but it is not always easy when injustice stares you in the face.
It is frustrating when you are not credited for your contribution in the workplace and very often have to do the work of your boss only for them to be credited for something they didn’t do.
The value of diversity in the workplace will continue to be dumbed down until Equality and Diversity becomes an integral part SeniorManagement training.
Thank you Nadiya for sharing your experiences. It is very enlightening as well as inspiring. I am so proud of you.
There is still time to fulfill your dreams and they certainly do come true. Believe in yourself and never stop until you achieve those goals you set for yourself.
Keep on doing what you do best, success is a journey, not a destination.
Well done.
Thanks for sharing your story, Janice! Indeed, progress is slow, but I believe we will get there someday as long as we do not give up.