Stories from Jopwell on Realizing Black Hair is an Office Talking Point

Very little could have deterred me from going natural when I decided to stop relaxing my hair in college. Going without a touch-up for months wasn’t cute, but searching for an affordable stylist in my college town was demoralizing. Plus, …

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3 Stories of Black Success in the Tech Field

As someone who reads a myriad of articles and listens to a lot of podcasts about the tech space, particularly the journey of a founder, it’s important to me to share my findings. Their journey is always inspiring moments of …

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Trans-Inclusive Employee Benefits: 27 Questions to Guide Your Understanding of Benefits

With anti-trans legislation so steeply on the rise, more than ever, this year’s Transgender Awareness Week (Nov. 13-19th) and Transgender Day of Remembrance (Nov. 20th) call for not just words, but action from employers. How can you help ensure your …

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Powerful Queer Money Stories | Queer Money Ep. 554

We all love stories, but how about stories of career and money mistakes, comebacks and successes?
In this Queer Money Podcast episode, hosts David and John discuss their favorite financial stories from their new show ‘Living Not So Fabulously’ by Yahoo Finance, offering insights into the financial challenges and successes of various individuals. Highlights include …

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How to Negotiate Salary as an Entry-Level Candidate (With Examples!)

You’ve landed your first job offer—congrats! Now comes the next challenge: how to negotiate salary as an entry-level candidate. It might seem like salary negotiation is out of reach, and that you should simply accept what’s offered. But the …

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The Idealist Guide to Understanding Employee Benefits

Here is a short list of some common benefits currently being offered at many organizations across the sector. Take a read through to understand what each benefit means, as well as what questions to ask (and what you may want …

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25+ High-Paying Remote Jobs (and How to Find and Land Them)

A job is about so much more than what you do every day. Who you work with, who you work for, your work environment, and your benefits are all important factors — and can be critical elements to your job …

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What’s the State of the Tech Job Market in 2025?

Technology is a buzzy industry full of exciting opportunities — higher salaries, offices with all the perks, career growth, and innovative work. For many students interested in working in tech, the tech job market might seem like a shining beacon …

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Which Data Science Careers Are Right for Me?

Data science is an ever-growing, exciting career path for people who love math and science. If you’re a student looking to enter an innovative and analytical field, data science might be a good fit.

While all data science careers focus …

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8 Extracurricular Activities for Your Resume (And How to List Them)

When you’re crafting your resume, every section counts—even extracurricular activities. These often-overlooked experiences can set you apart from other candidates and give hiring managers a deeper understanding of who you are.

Think about it: You’ve probably spent time volunteering, leading …

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