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If you're avoiding something on your career to-do list, learn how to conquer your own resistance and get it done. The actions you’re taking – or not taking – may be hindering your career advancement by preventing you from getting a raise or promotion you rightfully deserve. (Monster)

Visit https://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/Holding-Back-Your-Career?md_src=email&md_med=email_crm&md_cpn=hc&md_key=usen_uneng_28d&md_cnt=holdingbackcareer_article_body to view the full article online.

 
According to a new poll of full and part-time employees, approximately one-third of American workers say they've changed how they act at work in the past year, as the #MeToo movement has focused the nation's attention on sexual misconduct and highlighted issues of racial and ethnic diversity. (The Associated Press)

Visit http://www.startribune.com/ap-norc-sap-poll-some-workers-changing-actions-amid-metoo/563620802/ to view the full article online.

 
Coaching was once the purview of either the most powerful leaders or those in hot water. Now it’s a tool for all CEOs looking to better themselves. (Fast Company)

Visit https://www.fastcompany.com/90419047/how-empathy-became-the-new-ceo-status-symbol to view the full article online.

 
Career
Cary Rosenzweig, Chief Revenue Officer at Zuman, a small business software and services company, is well-positioned to provide insight on career management. Below are ten questions Rosenzweig suggests fledgling marketers ask themselves. (Forbes)

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/kimberlywhitler/2019/10/19/9-questions-mba-students-should-consider-before-accepting-a-marketing-job/#697e50d55ba3 to view the full article online.

 
Sometimes, the combination of close relationships at work and more personal relationships with coworkers and bosses creates a comfortable environment for sharing. However, there are some things you should just steer clear of in the workplace. Here are 5 discussions that are a good idea to avoid. (Fortune)

Visit https://fortune.com/2019/10/19/topics-avoid-talking-about-work-professional-setting/ to view the full article online.

 
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Diversity in the Workplace
Many businesses fall into the trap of thinking that diversity and inclusion (D&I) are synonymous when in fact, in order to be worthwhile, the two must go hand in hand. (Forbes)

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnnywarstrom/2019/10/22/stop-obsessing-over-diversity-its-time-to-focus-on-inclusion/#64b33c1b4017 to view the full article online.

 
Intel executives are operating under this premise when it comes to diversity and inclusion: if you do not intentionally include, then you will unintentionally exclude. (Fast Company)

Visit https://www.fastcompany.com/90411685/five-steps-intel-is-taking-to-increase-workplace-diversity to view the full article online.

 
Education
Former NBA champion Shaquille O’Neal and Miles College have partnered in an initiative to help bring a Papa John’s Pizzeria to every Historically Black College and University Campus (HBCU) in the nation. O'Neal became the first African American board member at Papa John's when he signed a multi-million dollar deal earlier this year and he has ownership stakes in at least nine different locations. (Black Enterprise)

Visit https://www.blackenterprise.com/shaquille-o-neal-miles-college-hbcu-initiative-papa-johns/ to view the full article online.

 
Technology
The Black News Channel, a network dedicated to quality news and original content specifically directed at the African-American community, will launch across 30 million households on Nov. 15. The new network is the brainchild of former Oklahoma congressman J.C. Watts, who wanted a CNN-type news network with news and insight for people of color. (Vibe)

Visit https://www.vibe.com/2019/10/black-news-channel-things-to-know to view the full article online.

 
More than 45 civil rights groups, including the NAACP and the Human Rights Campaign, this week collectively urged Facebook to protect civil rights and address discrimination on its platform. (CNN)

Visit https://www.cnn.com/2019/10/21/tech/facebook-civil-rights-letter-leadership-conference/index.html to view the full article online.

 
Entrepreneurship
In 2018 the black hair care industry took in an estimated $2.51 billion, as black consumers began to spend their dollars on products that catered specifically to them. Now, black women are gaining even more of a stake in the industry using two of their strongest weapons: money and entrepreneurship. (Essence

Visit https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/money-career/business-black-beauty/ to view the full article online.

 
The Economy
Citing the fact that there are six fewer shopping days between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, Walmart says it is kicking off the holiday season deals Friday at midnight EST. (CNBC)

Visit https://www.cnbc.com/2019/10/23/walmarts-cure-for-a-short-holiday-season-start-the-deals-early.html to view the full article online.

 
Personal Finance

If you don't save enough money for retirement, there is a good chance you'll be struggling during your golden years. But for many, it's extremely difficult to save. If you're one of those who is closer to retirement age than not, it's imperative to take a close look at the reasons you're failing to find ways to put away enough for retirement. Here are the top five factors preventing Gen Xers from building their nest eggs – and what to do about them. (USA TODAY)

Visit https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2019/10/23/retirement-savings-gen-x-tips-advice/40347945/ to view the full article online.

 
Corporate America
During the first three quarters of 2019, 1,160 CEOs have left their positions, according to staffing firm Challenger, Gray, and Christmas. This figure exceeds the number of CEOs who departed during the same nine-month span at the height of the 2008 recession (which saw 1,132 CEOs departures). (Business Insider)

Visit https://www.businessinsider.com/biggest-ceo-departures-wework-juul-ebay-warner-bros-metlife-2019-10 to view the full article online.

 
The effect of online shopping on traditional retail is undeniable. There are estimates that digital shopping influences 53% of purchase decisions. While brick-and-mortar stores will continue to have a purpose among shoppers, those stores must find new and innovative ways to integrate digital into the shopping experience. (Business.com)

Visit https://www.business.com/articles/business-in-the-age-of-digital-demand/ to view the full article online.

 
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