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To everyone who attended AFROTECH and may be feeling discouraged because you haven’t heard back from hiring teams—don’t lose hope. 🙏🏾✨ The journey to finding the right opportunity can sometimes feel like a marathon, but every step forward gets you closer. Keep applying to positions that align with your goals and passions. Keep building your network and sharpening your skills. Believe that the right opportunity is coming your way, even if it doesn’t happen immediately. Trust the process, and remember that timing is key. You’ve already taken a powerful step by showing up and putting yourself out there—that alone is a victory. Stay persistent, stay optimistic, and above all, keep moving forward. We’re rooting for you. Your breakthrough is on the horizon! 🌟💼 #AfroTech #CareerJourney #Encouragement #KeepPushing #FaithInYourPath

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YOUR FAVORITE HBCU FELLOWS LINK🔥✨ Favorite Emerging leaders of today and tomorrow See your HBCU IN REPRESENTATION Let us know who you repping below⤵️ #nbcahalloffame #halloffameweekend

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GTA Black Women In Tech Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Tech webinar I learned the following strategies -Overcome mental barriers by building skills & mindset -Define what it means to you & then find solutions -YOU belong HERE  -Let go of limiting beliefs & BELIEVE you have inherent values & attribute achievements to what you have accomplished -  Accept praise & celebrate you  -Acknowledge your success  -Continue to improve daily eg take courses  -Find & lean on your community eg mentor -Be present & mindful  -Don't internalise the success, write them down and reflect on the impact -Don't let it cage you, think about if you give in what would you miss My take home is embrace, feel the fear and take one step at a time until that feeling becomes silent. Do not let FEAR cripple you

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If a picture is worth a thousand words, what is a video worth? I bring to you Cisco Radiate 2024, my first 8-city global hybrid conference. This is how we do it 😎 #CiscoRadiate #BlackProfessionals #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment #Inclusion #Diversity #YouAreMeantToShine #CBP4U

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THANK YOU FOR TOP FAN.! With President Joe Biden – I just got recognized as one of their top fans.! ALLIED: I'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE SUCH A POWERFUL MILITARY MOVIE IN ALL MY LIFE. I CAN SERIOUSLY SEE BRAD PITT PLAY 007 J. BOND. ARTICLE: CRYPTOCURRENCY & REYGITONIUM-G. BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION TENRI CULTURAL INSTITUTE tenri.org https://lnkd.in/e55sRd8b https://lnkd.in/eB98Jnv9 WonderMind.com: CRYPTO-FINANCE & WHAT'S ON THE TABLE. REYGITONIUM-G MR. MS. TEEFEY & SELENA GOMEZ-RARE-SUPERSTAR. TCI GALLERY SPRING 2024 THEMES. CRYPTOCURRENCY & REYGITONIUM-G TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I ABSOLUTELY SEE NOTHING WRONG WITH CRYPTOCURRENCY: REYGITONIUM-G I CAN UNDERSTAND WHY THE INFANT DEMOCRATIC-CAPITALISTIC MINDS OF TODAY BLAME USA GOVERNMENT. THEN IS ANY GOVERNMENT TO BE BLAMED FOR HOMELESS PROBLEMS PLAGUING THE WORLD.? NO. GOD KNOWS HEADACHES USA GOVERNMENT HAVE WITH THE FOREIGN AFFAIRS. THE NEW WORLD PRACTICALLY SHOCK TO WITNESS. PEOPLE ONLY WORKING TOGETHER FOR A COMMON GOAL. "IN THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS." THUS DOESN'T THAT ALSO INCLUDE THE HOMELESS. THE HOMELESS ARE OUT THERE. ARE YOU.? HOMELESS.. AN OPPORTUNITY MISUNDERSTOOD. The modern economic system is a market economy, which is a capitalist economy where people, not the government--NOT THE GOVERNMENT--own most businesses. In a capitalist economy, prices allocate capital and labor between competing uses, and capital assets like factories, mines, and railroads can be privately owned and controlled. https://lnkd.in/eB98Jnv9 GOOGLE EXAMPLE, IF YOU NEED TO RAISE MONEY FOR ANY REASON OR MORE SO LETS SAY THE "HOMELESS" PROBLEM WHICH IS BELIEVED TO BE TIME & MONEY CONSUMING BUT IN ONE DIRECTION TOWARD THE HOMELESS. HOWEVER CRYPTOCURRENCY CAN POSSIBLE ALLOWS AN EXPENDITURE OF CURRENCY TO BENEFIT ALL WHO USES THE CRYPTO & REGARDLESS OF HOW IT'S CONSUMED. THEREFORE IF A CRYPTO HOMELESS CURRENCY REYGITONIUM-G EXISTED IT'S MORE HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE HOMELESS PROBLEM CAN BE VANQUISHED BECAUSE CURRENCY-FINANCES IT'S ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO BE TAPPED INTO FOR HOMELESS RESOLUTIONS. REYGITONIUM-G: COUNTRY GOVERNMENT $1-DOLLAR INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO OF 8-BILLION EARTH CITIZENS. OR CONTINUE HIDING THE HOMELESS WHEN A POLITICAL LEADER VISITS AMERICA. CLOSING COMMENT: THE DAMNEDEST CRAZIEST FUNNIEST EMBARRASSING ABOUT THE HOMELESS CHAOS IS ANY EXCUSE AS TO WHY HOMELESS EXIST. HENCEFORTH CONSIDER USA TRILLIONS IN DEBT & 6,120 OF HOSPITALS SCATTERED AROUND THE USA & MANY COUNTRIES ASKING FOR FOREIGN AID IN THE TRILLIONS & YOU TALKING EXCUSES. MEANWHILE WE WANT TO SETTLE HUMANITY ON OTHER PLANETS. THANK YOU FOR READING.

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📢 Reintroducing Black in Fintech...Thank you to everyone who’s supported us and waited for this re-announcement! 💌 Please take a look at the slides in this post, and complete the survey to help us chart a clear course for 2025 (link in the comments below) 👇 👇 👇 #BlackInFintech #FintechForTheCulture #EverythingUP

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AFROTECH Day 1 - This will be the face I make after hitting my Day 1 Goals. ⬇️ Leave a comment with your Day 1 Goals #AFROTECH24 #techconference

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Now that AfroTech is over, you know what that means…it’s time to FOLLOW UP!!! 👀🫵 I asked NetworkGPT to create a follow up template to send out to everyone I met during #AFROTECH and here’s the result! I built an AI chatbot that provides real-time tips & templates to improve your networking skills in real time! Use NetworkGPT on the app Here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3URMq3Q #Networking #Aichatbot

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I had an incredible experience representing LinkedIn at AFROTECH 2024! For those unfamiliar with it, AfroTech is a conference that brings together 40,000 Black tech professionals to share insights and grow in our tech and leadership skills. But it’s also an opportunity to be surrounded and inspired by the success of thousands of people who have overcome generational barriers that our parents and grandparents faced that prevented them from advancing as far as we have in the corporate world. This year’s focus was on leveraging AI for career growth and giving back to underserved communities. We heard from notable voices like Colin Kaepernick, will.i.am, TI, NAACP President Derrick Johnson, and Maryland’s Gov. Wes Moore. Key Takeaways: 🤖 On Leveraging AI in Your Career: 1. Evolve with the Three Phases of AI (both for products you build and in your day-to-day work): A. Assist: Use AI to boost productivity. B. Augment: Leverage AI copilots to improve work quality and scale. C. Action: Use AI agents to autonomously complete tasks, requiring only quality checks. 2. Adaptability is Key: - “Survival doesn’t go to the strongest, but to the most adaptable.” In this fast-changing economy, it’s important that each professional worker takes on a mindset of adaptability and that you focus on upleveling your skills. - AI won’t take your job—people who use AI will if you don’t learn how to use it. 3. Hands-On AI Training Is Essential: - Compliance-style video training isn’t enough. Hands-on learning opportunities are essential. - People retain only 10% of what they read; we need to develop ways for people to test out AI tools in real-world, bite-sized increments. ✊🏾On Empowering the Black Community: 1. Tech as a Civil Rights Tool: - The NAACP President called for tech-driven solutions to reduce inequality, such as personalized AI tutors to improve education. - Tech professionals should actively consider how they can close gaps in opportunity through projects in their full-time jobs or through part-time consulting projects for non-profits. 2. Representation Matters: - Many Black students lack confidence in their ability to succeed in STEM due to a shortage of visible role models. - It’s on those of us who are Black tech professionals to show up: speaking at schools, volunteering, and mentoring the next generation of talent. 3. Build Fair and Inclusive Products: - For your specific product, start by asking: “Does every user access the same value that my product is designed to deliver? Are there any communities that are not able to fully access that value?” - Examples: How can those without college degrees expand their professional network on LinkedIn? How well can the visually impaired community use your app? Thanks for reading! I’d love to hear of any ways you’re adapting your own skills to use AI in your professional life and/or ways that you’ve been able to use your professional skills to give back to low-income communities. #AfroTech #LinkedIn

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We are headed to Afrotech for the first time and we want to take YOU with us! Is it your first time attending Afrotech? We are organizing 15 people who have never previously attended Afrotech to meet on a field trip!*   Want to join us?   Want to attend again? We have you covered with tickets. Grab your tickets below! AFROTECH™ Conference 2024 is heading to Houston, November 13-16, 2024! Join thousands of Black professionals and trailblazers for four days of learning and networking. With over 50 renowned keynote speakers from leading companies such as Riot Games, Wayfair, American Express, Capital One, and more, there will be no shortage of technical deep-dives and thought-provoking discussions and networking opportunities with some of the brightest minds in tech and business.  Take a look at a few of the conference stages that will help maximize your impact on your business and career. The AI & Cybersecurity Stage is focused on exploring Quantum AI, Automation, and the ethical challenges surrounding AI development and regulation. This stage will also feature demos highlighting AI's diverse applications across various industries. The Creative & Design Summit will delve into the latest trends in cutting-edge design, innovation, and groundbreaking concepts led by top creators. The Women's Summit is a dedicated space for women to connect and learn from trailblazing leaders who are shaping the future of the tech industry. The Health & Environmental Equity Summit brings together healthcare professionals, sustainability pioneers, and MedTech innovators to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in these critical areas. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and learn from expert tech creators, business leaders and innovators. First time attendee field trip: https://lnkd.in/gYUh9C95 Afrotech tickets: https://lnkd.in/gWWmdSNn *Please Note: This offer is for a complimentary ticket only. Travel and accommodations are at your own expense.

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My 33rd Year: A New Chapter As I step into my 33rd year, I look back at my 32nd—a year filled with revelations and transformations that have reshaped me in profound ways: 1. Leaving My Comfort Zone: I realized that the comfort of a stable job had become a barrier to my growth. Stepping out of my comfort zone was the first step toward becoming the person I’ve always aspired to be. 2. Prioritizing Self-Care: I had let my health slip, gaining weight and neglecting myself. But I chose to take charge, to make myself a priority again, and commit to the journey of self-improvement. 3. Finding New Motivation: When I felt lost, I sought inspiration in meeting new people. I decided to either leverage my existing connections to create something meaningful or forge entirely new relationships to build fresh opportunities. 4. Learning From the Past: Instead of burying my past, I placed it in front of me as a mirror—reflecting on my mistakes and missteps. I took on the challenge of recreating opportunities I had missed. It’s not easy to rewrite the script, but it’s far from impossible. 5. Teamwork Over Solo Play: I’ve set a big goal for myself, but this year, I’m embracing collaboration. Rather than going it alone, I’ll pass the ball, trust in others, and work toward a shared victory. Together, we’ll aim for the goal with one vision: to achieve something remarkable as a team. Here’s to my 33rd—a year of growth, resilience, and shared success! #Year33 #GrowthJourney #NewBeginnings

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Excited to announce I’ll be hosting Afrotech’s Cybersecurity Main Stage! 🚀 AfroTech is the world’s largest Black tech conference, expecting 30K attendees this year, where culture, innovation, and technology collide. The Cybersecurity Stage is committed to exploring innovative strategies across AI, Machine Learning, IoT, Security, Governance, and Supply Chain Resilience. Expect demos and insights from top CEOs, CISOs, researchers, and experts! ✔️ Running a startup or small business that needs protection? Learn from the best! ✔️ Want to see firsthand how AI is transforming the future of cybersecurity? Don’t miss out. ✔️ Ready to break into the fast-growing world of cybersecurity? This is your chance! ✔️ Looking to up-skill and take your career to the next level? We’ve got you covered. Follow noHack to see how we can help you take your cybersecurity to the next level! 💻🔒 #AfroTech #noHack

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🌟 #WomenInSTEM Wednesday 🌟 Meet Angel Rich, the visionary founder of The Wealth Factory and Black Tech Matters, a social impact organization focused on creating diversity in STEM. 🚀💼 Angel, who’s been hailed as the “Next Steve Jobs” by Forbes and youngest African American HBCU grad to receive the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award signed by President Joe Biden, is behind some of the world’s top financial literacy products, including the groundbreaking app CreditRich, which helps users optimize their credit scores and manage their finances more effectively. Her innovative work in fintech is not just about numbers—it's about empowering communities and ensuring that everyone has access to the tools they need to achieve financial success. Angel’s dedication to financial literacy is transforming lives and breaking down barriers to economic equity. At Selfestem, we’re committed to fostering the next generation of STEM leaders who, like Angel, are using technology to create positive change in the world. By supporting young girls and women of color in STEM, we’re investing in a future filled with innovation and opportunity. Join us in helping to pave the way for future STEM leaders. Purchase your tickets for our upcoming fundraiser, "10 Years of Impact and Equity," and be a part of this empowering movement. 🎟️✨ [https://lnkd.in/gFuV5FZE] #Selfestem #WomenInSTEM #Innovation #Fintech #SupportSTEM #FutureLeaders #Fundraiser #FinancialLiteracy

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Let’s grow together! Meet me at #Afrotech! Message or comment and let’s make the magic happen! ✨ - *networking noun net·​work·​ing ˈnet-ˌwər-kiŋ Synonyms of networking 1: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions *specifically*: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business

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