I was in high school in the early 70s. I remember being told that women didn't need to know algebra, cause we were just going to get married and have babies. I ended up being a financial analyst. Lot's of algebra. In the late 90s I went to my daughters open house when she entered…Â
Some state don't use the federal minimum. California has their own minimum wage. Federal minimum wage for tip workers is only $2.13 with the idea that tips will get you to $7.25. Many states use the federal guideline.
All the recruiters seem to be using word checking software and then spam you when you have a word that fits their algorithm. I myself was a financial analyst. I did know some basic SQL software language and I would get all these emails looking for software developer or engineering…Â
I love the non black people spouting off about what I should call myself. You know what, it is not your call. In the US the majority of black people born in the US, but descended from Africa. We call ourselves that because what we are in this country is unique to this country.…Â
Telling me I am so articulate. Touching my hair. Straightening my hair to the point of damage so I fit into corporate culture. The "I don't see color". If you don't see my color, then how can you see my struggle. My favorite has to be when a manager of a restaurant I frequented…Â
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