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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Can we talk about black women and high-functioning depression?

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2 years

TWITTER EMPLOYEES, MICROSOFT IS HIRING! 😩

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I’m gonna cry, and then I’m gonna figure it out… but I’m gonna cry first.

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@shonique_thomas

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@sunuhealing Because black women have been taught that love looks like sacrifice & putting everyone before you. We’ve also been branded as ‘strong.’ So, all we do is pour into everything & everyone around us, & our selves last, if at all. & of course we are fine, because we are strong.

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2 years

Guys, please, don’t put your date of birth on your resume.

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@shonique_thomas

6 months

I think this is my fav Nicki album

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@Phil_Lewis_ Student loans been halted for almost 3 years now?! And the country still kicking, so at this point cancel it!!

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@shonique_thomas

6 months

@zajiheanaj @ladidaix I honestly think he was not prepared for the grenades Katt was throwing, lol. Everytime he tried to read off one of the cue cards, he got blown away by another bomb drop by Katt.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@Breezybrim_ U are not alone. I used to pride myself on looking my best even on my worst days. I am a master at compartmentalizing.. so I can still show up and function at a high level. & I pour into everyone around me.. but eventually you crash. You can only hold so much.

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1 year

Someone wrote every 6 months she assesses if the company she’s working for is still working for her (meeting her needs). I’m not mad at that!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Opportunities are sitting in your LinkedIn inbox, but y’all busy on TikTok 😭🤦🏽‍♀️

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

After this Twitter Space I jus listened to.. I jus want to let my following know to be mindful of persons posturing as recruiters, career coaches, resume writers, ats experts, etc. Not everyone with a large following is operating with integrity and many want to take advantage.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Thank you all for chiming in on the thread and helping each other… thank you for being vulnerable. So many encouraging words shared and resources provided. I don’t have all the answers, so thank you so much for being your sisters’ keepers. Let’s keep lifting each other. 🤍

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I hate the “what do you do for work” talks in DC, so I’ve gotten to the point of keeping it very vague. You can’t have a casual moment w/o someone asking what do you do for work.. so, ya concise and vague unless I’m at a networking/recruiting event.

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@TrulySongbird @SoooSweetKitty_ And also a rarity.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@speakmercedesj You don’t deserve hate mail, but the post you made was not encouraging, it was condescending. “I don’t have the bandwidth to give lessons on salary negotiations” - Tell the candidate to ask for more, you should always have the bandwidth to do the right thing.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

GOOD MORNING! I’m going to drop this here, because I get so many outreach from persons interested in opportunities beyond my scope of responsibilities. Here is a reminder of what I do, the roles I support, and the markers I work with. I don’t want to waste my time or yours!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

You know the more I think about it… the more absurd it is to me that teachers are so grossly underpaid. The ppl who we entrust to educate the next generation? That’s wild.

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@shonique_thomas

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When God decides something is for you… it’s YOURS. Nothing or no one can change what’s already written by Him!

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@shonique_thomas

10 months

We just offered this candidate the world and his reply via email, “no” I’m devastated and impressed. 😶

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Can we have a Black Tech Twitter DMV Brunch??

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Spent yesterday morning updating my resume, because why the hell not! No matter how great of a work experience you are having, STAY READY, lol. Especially in this market, chileee. We wake up to madness everyday!

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@shonique_thomas

11 months

Where are all the women in cybersecurity? 🙁

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@jeremeviews @ytechie In all seriousness, isn’t it a better spend of your time to engage with brands/opportunities you like? I don’t understand why the back and forth. You don’t like Microsoft… OKAY, lol.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

A candidate with 2 years of experience share that their comp expectation is $240k base, $60k sign on bonus, and $120k stock. Idk if I’m impressed or floored. I’ve seen persons with way more years of experience ask for half of that. Comp conversations are always very interesting.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@jeremeviews @ytechie Yes you can, just not in my mentions, PLEASE.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@SneakySqekySnek Take a breath. My tweet was made in jest after hearing about the disgruntled Twitter employees. Some ppl will leave, some will stay… new persons will join. It’s kinda how these things go when new leadership takes over.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Dear Black Hollywood… Please, let’s take a break from slavery movies in 2023. The imagery is triggering af. 🥺 Can we get some more black joy and black excellence? Thanks.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Recruiters/Sourcers .. Ur job isn’t simply to find great talent, but to advocate for said talent & to be a consultant to the business. The more I interact with HMs/Business Ldrs.. I realize how little alot of them know about what’s happening in the market. They need our insights!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Hi Tweeps! This Wed I will be hosting a Twitter Space! I am nervous, but more excited to facilitate this conversation. So many persons reached out after my tweet so I felt a sense of responsibility to continue exploring this topic. Set your reminders!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@EarthToGazelle Why specifically women? Because I think this advice can be applied to all!

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@shonique_thomas

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@speakmercedesj U had the chance to change someone’s life & u fumbled. She may have said that’s what she wanted, but she obviously did not know her earning potential with this opportunity. I can understand couple thousands, but a $45k difference?! If u could tweet, u could email her. Do better.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I’ve seen Kanika host Twitter spaces for 4+ hours in one session. That’s half of a standard work day! That’s an insane investment of time. Nobody is doing that unless they genuinely care. Take care of yourself, love! @KanikaTolver

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

#BlackinTech 😃

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Y’all have some ineffective job search strategies. Doesn’t it make more sense to visit the career site first and then come back with opportunities aligned? Reaching out to me with, “here is my resume, if you see anything I might like, let me know” doesn’t sound strategic at all.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Not y’all selling courses on “how to be layoff proof” .. Please, fxckn stop. No such thing. So damn predatory! Stop tryna capitalize on ppl’s fears. Disgusting af!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Your whole life can change in a year. Keep swimming. 🌊

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@speakmercedesj She was uninformed, & all u had to say was u can do better than u are asking for. It’s not an hour long conversation, it’s few words of courtesy that u would have appreciated if u were in her shoes. U did not educate anyone, in fact, I hope U have learned from this.

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@shonique_thomas

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@ParissAthena Is it too late to participate?! Diversity Sourcing Program Manager for Microsoft’s Global Talent Acquisition team supporting the Engineering & Operations organization! 🖤✨

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@shonique_thomas

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@LikaBaughss @santadiablita_ @sunuhealing Also, a good one:

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

“12,000 roles eliminated” .. I understand the business decision, but I want people to understand that the human impact is 12,000 FAMILIES disrupted.

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@shonique_thomas

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@1ZOEHANI I don’t disagree with what she expressed, I actually wholeheartedly agree. What is off putting to me is to target the advice specifically to just women. We are always policing women’s bodies and sexual choices, while men are allowed (and celebrated) for the same damn behavior.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

HI ALL! I’m so excited to share with you what @KanikaTolver and I have been working on for a few months - a virtual career transition event in partnership with Blacks at Microsoft. Please, click the link to learn more and save the date ! #BlackTechTwitter

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Three Years Cancer Free 💗 Got this ink couple months after my surgery.

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@shonique_thomas

6 months

@KanikaTolver It seems like the math is not mathing for black women anywhere, sis!

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@shonique_thomas

6 months

@_taylormms @zajiheanaj he’s not a journalist, lol… just a celebrity with a platform. i wouldn’t hold him to the same standards as someone who actually studied the craft.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

So is it only when black ppl achieve greatness that the Illuminati conspiracy theorists pop out?

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@UXWD87 I did that to complete my MBA in HR! I was unable to find the balance at my then employer to successfully complete my studies, so I resigned, accepted a reduced role at a different company… and also a pay cut! Really had to trust myself, the process and GOD.

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@shonique_thomas

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So happy to see ⁦ @Microsoft ⁩ on the right side of this conversation! Pay ranges will be included in all US job postings by January 2023!

Microsoft Announces It Will Include Pay Ranges In All U.S. Job Postings. Experts Predict It Will Be...

The tech giant is considered to be a bellwether among large companies for employment practices, and is likely to be emulated by other big employers.

www.forbes.com

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Literally on a Microsoft call centered on Jamaica and developing talent in Jamaica 🥲 I could cry

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

There are two types of ppl in the world - the doers and those who do absolutely nothing while picking apart what everyone else is doing.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Why are some of you guys so rude in your outreach messages? I have a name and a basic greeting might not be a bad idea either. Companies aren’t just hiring for competency, they are also considering whether you would be a valuable culture add. Just a lil advice.. be respectful!

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@shonique_thomas

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@speakmercedesj What company do you work for so I know to stay clear from them? Because my employer teaches candidate advocacy. The fact that you actually think you did right by this candidate is worrisome.

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@shonique_thomas

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At this age, life is life-ing! Your friends are getting married, becoming parents, working on their careers/businesses, rediscovering themselves… priorities are changing. Extend grace as we grow, and allow room in your relationships to evolve!

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@shonique_thomas

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Microsoft is nt a perfect place…. Every other day I’m dodging bullshxt, ready to pull my hair out and/or quit. ☺️ But I’ve never worked w/ kinder ppl in my life… ending the work day with byeee talk to you tomorrow, love you… and mean it! Whewww what a cluster fxck of feels.

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@shonique_thomas

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Some of you aren’t moving through the hiring process literally because you don’t follow instructions. 😩 Imagine me telling you exactly what I need you to do to move you to the next stage and you skrrttt around it. Sigh.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

I’m also thinking about persons being laid off on work visas at this time. Imagine being told you have 60 days to find work or you lose your visa status and have to leave the country you’ve made your home! Omg… special prayer for those persons! This too much. I’m wiped.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Just found out that Microsoft has a per-calendar year wig benefit of $2000. I don’t wear wigs, but how did this miss me?! 🤣

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

my lil reading nook in my office, y’all 🥹

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I am not going to extend myself beyond my commitments anymore, because I don't have the bandwidth. I can't review resumes, research programs, etc... I want to be helpful, but I can't. I will share general tips & I always share events I am hosting that can help MANY, but no 1:1.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

I have a new mentee. 🙂 She is Jamaican… she actually went to my high schl in JA! She is a freshman at Howard majoring in CompSci w/ an interest in AI. She is so sweet & so incredibly smart. She’s also super involved in the community! I feel fortunate to be apart of her journey.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

On someone’s LinkedIn profile and I freaking love it!!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

IMO, all black ppl should be in therapy… that should be a federal benefit. If you think about the emotional legacy of racism in this country passed on from generation to generation.. are any of us truly okay? Read ‘Homegoing’ by Yaa Gyasi.. a captivating depiction.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@herkyjerky @0xTheFern @ccompy Actually, I think the misunderstanding is mine! And when I realized, I apologized in my next tweet (hopefully you saw it). I am sorry again… there’s been a lot of engagement with mt tweet, so I was quick to respond! My bad.

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Came back to all these messages from the cybersecurity ladies! Okay, I see y’all! 😬 I’m recruiting for a Senior Security Researcher role and the applicant pool is like 98% male, so I was wondering where the women at!!!

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Can you build a brand w/o social media? I don’t think so… not in these times, and I hate that. The expectation of (consistent) content is such an overwhelming thought to me.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I’d like to be handled softly… please, sign me up for the squares! Y’all can have the roughnecks.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Integrity, authenticity and originality are still in style.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

I’m in this weird place where I earn enough money to do whatever for myself, but not enough to do whatever for everyone else… so when I wanna do smtnn, and you can’t afford to .. then it gets awkward and I just end up doing shxt by myself. Does this make sense to anyone?!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@AlexisJanai___ That would be a reach because ppl can go to college at any age.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Ppl are averaging like two years in roles! Even less. Employers better get it togetherrrr.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Don’t ask me a question if you also want to control the answer/response.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Y’all, I found the Jamaican group at Microsoft (or they found me) and they invited me to be apart of “Project Blue Mountain” … I’m over the moon 😭💙

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I love a man who is a fixer… I bring my problems to him (big or small), he listens and either fixes it, guides me to a solution, or helps me identify a resource, smthn actionable. That’s so sexy to me!

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@1ZOEHANI Because men, well not even just men, but society as a whole is obsessed with women’s “purity” … said men are loose like a goose. I’m always in defense of equal treatment for all.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

@reiahx Great talent is always welcomed! Check out our career site

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I am going to a Tech Networking Mixer later at Ozio Lounge with Microsoft, Amazon, and Dell. ☺️ Queue the in-person meet-ups!

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@shonique_thomas

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Guys, yesterday I was overwhelmed, frustrated, and struggling with imposter syndrome! Today, I woke up to my being nominated for an amazing leadership opportunity at Microsoft. I don’t even know who nominated me and I feel so thankful to even be considered. God, I see you!😭

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@shonique_thomas

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@Breezybrim_ I am happy u have some1 to talk to. I am also very intuitive & self-aware so I thought I can process my own feelings & ‘heal myself’ .. but now I’m seeing merit in speaking to a therapist. Beginning to question how objective can I truly be on my own ish & do I have ALL the tools.

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I’m not with any of this. I literally came on Twitter trying to network with tech professionals and also engage with diverse candidates. This is wild, I didn’t sign up for any of this.

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A candidate failed the OTS by 2% and that team chose not to move forward and interview. I connected with her and we’ve been working together… and guess what she got the second time around?! 100%! I love 2nd chances and stories like this. 🙂✨

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@MichelleNW Omg. I am so sorry to hear this. My deepest condolences to your family. I hope you have found an employer that will be more supportive. I am so sorry.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I love DC 🙂

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Good Morning! Working from 🇯🇲 this week. 🙂 #MicrosoftLife

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Please, think more holistically about your skill sets and value add… don’t restrict yourself to one role.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

I hate hearing ppl count themselves out. The world is already gonna do that, you gotta believe in YOU! Cmon now!!!

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

TOMORROW! 🗣🗣🗣

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@shonique_thomas

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@Damon_Mclean He was very specific about his ask… and this was our max offer! The kind of offer you have to go into meetings with leadership to get approved, LOL… and he was like NOPE!

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@shonique_thomas

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This candidate is on a phone screen with me while on a team call. Literally asked me to hold so that he can present quickly to his team and then came back to our call. I was so stunned, I waited. Y’all are not real out here. 😭

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I wanna host a LinkedIn Live with some of my fav tech recruiters. What y’all think? 🙂

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

All I want is peace.

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@shonique_thomas

1 year

Lemme tell u how ppl r. There’s a person on LI that’s condemning tech comps. & chastising persons who tried to “break into tech.” That same person is in my LI inbox asking for a referral when “Microsoft resumes hiring.” This person has a large following. Ppl r attention-seeking.

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

I also wanna know who approved this offer? Because they need a talking to, as well! 🤦🏽‍♀️

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@shonique_thomas

2 years

Join Us Wed, Feb 23, 2022 for a conversation exploring high-functioning depression in the black community, particularly with women! Thank you to my co-host @IncisiveThought ! Excited to hear @sunuhealing @Juanita_Khumalo @Jamila_Dawson speak.

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1 year

Everytime you mispronounce my name, I’m interjecting and correcting.

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1 year

Anybody who expected “more” … never seen Rihanna perform. She did exactly what I expected, lol.

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2 years

It just dawned on me that in less than a year, I increased my total compensation by over 300%. Not to mention my future earning power.

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Omg. I don’t think I can live with anyone, unless it’s someone who appreciates silence and quiet as much as I do… someone who finds it intimate (and enough) to just be with each other. I hate incessant chatter - it drives me bananas. 😭

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2 years

I love candidates who send portfolios of their work. 🥲

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It’s very weird to me to see ppl, black ppl in particular use th Bible to spew hate against others. That’s th same Bible white slave owners used to justify slavery and their superiority. Ppl are always using God’s words to defend their vile hatred of others. My God is of love.

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