How to "Play the Game" at Work: What No One Ever Tells You! | BorderHammer
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- This vid is aimed at people new to corporate settings detailing how to integrate, play the game and succeed. It may also help those who feel stuck in their current position - it may not be the work that you're doing, but HOW you're doing it.
I made this vid last year but never put it up for some reason but I found it and thought what better time to post than the start of a new year!
I'm not implying that you do not need intelligence and hard work. I'm saying to work smarter. This is my point of view from my personal corporate experience and this is what was required to succeed.
Sorry I didn't edit I just wanted to post!
I hope this helps and I'll see you soon! Happy New Year!!
xoxo,
Rachelle
ps. I promise my shirt wasn't buttoned that low at the manager's desk. lol
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Everything in this video was dead on. The only thing I'd like to add is that be very careful of who you do decide to trust and vent to. I am a believer that you should NEVER share anything with a co-worker that you would be afraid for other people to find out about in the event that your co-worker blabbed, so watch your wording. Once you THINK you have found someone to confide in, test the waters by sharing something personal (that you'd still not be afraid for others to find out about) and give it some time to see if it circulates. Even still, BE CAREFUL. Office gossip is not what you want to be the center of. Great video girl!!!!
yep!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
The most important thing I learned was get what you need and leave if the setting or job isn't right for you.
I *never* let my guard down at work! There is a certain amount of hee hee and ha ha but the guard stays up and professional. Great video BorderHammer
I agree with you 100% Trust no one!
she is soooooo right, we have to understand as young black professionals that we are always being watched more so than others. Keep your mouth shut......do your job......and go home.
This advice is very good, but it takes work - research, resilience, and thick skin.
I work as strategic HR in a fortune 100 company (for 8 years+), and without fail, when a black woman falls into performance problems, it is due to 'interpersonal issues.' That looks like: failing to share all your business (we don't KNOW her), being identified as 'strong' (we find her off-putting), and only doing the work you are asked to do (she doesn't take initiative/demonstrates leadership or doesn't partner well).
Just be conscious at all times...
Great video!
klkenned problems I'm facing. Do you have a place you can be contacted? I have more questions for you. Thanks
THIS...is so true as a fellow black female HR professional whenever I've had ANY feedback it's always they don't 'know' me or 'I'm not accommodating enough i.e. I won't allow the manager to do something completely unethical or illegal'. And TBH it's all because I'm a black woman in a position of power that most in America (including our OWN) don't think I should have for this or that reason.
It's sucks to realize that while white people can literally be dumb as a doorknob or have the SAME personality as you they're NEVER going to be called the same negative terms.
I've learned to only share superficial stuff about yourself and get in environments where there are other minorities because it makes a HUGE difference if you're not the ONLY person of color you see in the office.
I rather them fire me over that than technical. I can always explain away subjective interpersonal reviews if I have to
klkenned this is so true!!!
I’ve heard this as well.
This needs to be a college class. I am switching careers from a blue collar environment to a professional field and I'm glad I have this information.
I've worked @ a bank for 5 yrs and I can vouch that all topics discussed are valid, but working on a corporate level is like swimming w/ sharks. It's a very fine line between selling yourself and selling out, please hold to your values and self respect.
She is definitely telling the truth. When I first started my intern the first thing someone did was say "hey girlfriend" and I thought you don't talk to anyone else like that so fall back. I simply responded in a nice way and then she stopped that. Also some of your "peers" or co-workers will try to be your boss but in a nice way as she said they should know that the two of you are at the same level and your paycheck is the same and you already have a supervisor.
You are 100% right! Shout out to you for this REAL video. I have been in a corporate enviroment for 8 years and I had to learn the hard way. You have to play the game. Especially when you are a black female. I learned the game and am in management with only a high school diploma. I made a name for myself and did not take any mess from anyone. Blessings to you for the TRUTH!
how did you play the game
This was a great video. I'm a teacher and I think this applies even in my setting.There are millions of videos on makeup,weaves,and lacefronts but none on how to be successful in the real world when you have a professional job. Thank you for taking the time to make a video like this, younger women are not taught these things.
The point of a 9-5 is a stepping stone to get financially independent.
Dave ramsey is a good money coach.
Wow! I'm a corporate recruiter and you hit some great points. Also, attendance!! You must be on time or early everyday!
Great points. I think another good thing to remember is you are not your job. So try not to take the madness home with you. That company will keep right on flowing if you are there or not. I had a job I hated so much I would wake up feeling sick every morning. No job is worth your health or peace of mind. Yes we all need money so you have to do what you have to do, but try and keep all of that in perspective.
THANK YOU! I know I am on the late show in terms of viewing this video, but I can not thank you enough for saying everything that you have said. If I see one more young woman dressed like she is going out to a club.....or one more young woman that laughs and giggles when a White male in a suit pays them attention....I am going to scream! *Smile* The most important take away for anyone watching this video is to understand that EVERYONE you will encounter in a corporate office is human. Some of the most "secure and confident" people in a business office are the ones that truth be told, are the most insecure. People need to understand that speaking proper english, being confident and using discretion when it comes to how you "check" someone, does not make you a sell out.
Hey Everyone!! So glad you guys found this helpful!! Will def do an update vid for you. See you all soon!! xo
Oh my goodness. This video REALLY shed a lot of light for me. I just got a new job at a popular university where I live and I work with thee fakest backstabbing negative unsupportive team ever. I isolate myself from them because it's hard for me to interact with them if it isn't work related because I don't trust them. Thank you for sharing this. You helped give me another perspective to handle my working environment.
Rae Rose You both remind me of each other:D
This video is the TRUTH!!!!! It's all a big game. One of my sister friends at work said it best "They just traded in their whips and chains for BMWs".
honestly this should be a reoccuring series b/c I found it so honest.
I wish you did more videos like this. such good advice!
You need to make this a series as we need these types of conversations to keep going. "The black tax" is alive and well! I never played the game and started to change because it does "change" you. Thank you Rochelle!
This is an extremely important video for us women. I moved into a management position just over a yr ago. I did my previous job really well and although I was not aiming for management I was given the opportunity because of the relationships and the respect I got from other managers. For the first six months I struggled to make it 'fit' my personality. I realise now that it's a game and I can play it just as well as others, although I think we fake it til we make it in most cases lol. After hating the job and yearning for my old job I have come to love the position because of the effort I have put into it. Please do more videos and this topic!!
how did you play the game
I need to know all the rules of that Game, because being the youngest and be in a mngt position is hard, i need to learn more about the confidence, and the faking it( acting like you know it all). Dress code yhooo i need help. In all this.
I was cracking up when you gave your disclaimer in the beginning of the video "this is for my people!" Love it!!!!! Your advice was superb and spot on!!! Thanks doll!!!
As a professional international recruiter that is a fashionista, makeup artist, blogger, vocalist and life enthusiast you are ABSOLUTELY telling the truth. I have struggled with REACTING which is why I am always looking for ways to work for myself. People are crazy and it bothers me that the advice you are giving hasn't been applied to workshops. Instead the premise is to 'brown nose", be grateful for your job, do nothing to jeopardize it and you are clearly showing the difference. KUDOS! More vids like this! That will empower OUR PEOPLE. Bless
YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY CORRECT. I MENTOR YOUNG ADULTS ALL THE TIME ABOUT THIS VERY TOPIC. I AM A CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPERVISOR. YOU HAVE TO KNOW HOW TO OPERATE IN A CORPORATE ATMOSPHERE. KEEP IT PROFFESSIONAL. I TEACH THEM TO PICK AND CHOOSE YOUR BATTLES. YOU CAN'T COMMUNICATE WITH A "CHICKEN NECK" MENTALITY. KNOW/LEARN YOUR JOB, AND LEARN IT WELL! ESTABLISH YOURSELF, AND BECOME VALUABLE. LEARN YOUR BOSS, AND BE READY TO BRING A SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM ETC. DON'T TAKE IT PERSONAL- IT IS JUST BUSINESS! THANKS FOR SHARING! AWESOME!
Another comment I would like to add for the people who actually read the comment section is pick up on some of the things Rochelle "said" without necessarily "saying". Because honestly,she doesn't know who may be watching.She is giving valuable info but read between the lines. Don''t go to work with too little shirts on,DO wear a camisole if you are going to wear a button down shirt that you don't plan on buttoning all the way up, and please don't have your thongs and underwear showing when you crouch down to grab something that fell. Don't just sit & eat lunch with other black people because that is who you are comfortable with and for Pete's sake DO NOT be the angry black "ghetto" person some expect you to be. It is all about how you handle the situations and that includes the way you handle some of "us" too. They will be QUICK to label you ghetto and that is an extremely hard title to shake.
There is nothing wrong with sitting at a all black lunch table. Whites and other nationalities sit at tables with people that look like them because they don't want black people around them. Please respond.
Other nationalities team up and I’m going to do the same thing
@@Anony584 Teaming up only works if you're on the winning team. Until we have real economic power that allows us to stand alone we have to build alliances with those who are on the winning team. With the current state of things teaming up only with other black people merely has social benefits, not economic ones.
@@Anony584 you can but be clear the same rules don't apply unfortunately...
Awesome job on a very complex issue. Yes, there is a game, wether you think or believe in playing. You are a player the moment you said, "I accept the job" But play smart and take Jesus with you. Doors will open, you will grow into a true professional on all levels. And remember to know the RIGHT resources. Borderhammer, nailed this. But note it will challenge you to be a better you!! When you take the approach that this is for YOU you will learn & grow and it will transform you. It will be a challenge and know situation is the same but keep this video close by to refresh ur spirt and to regroup when u feel you are losing the race. Be blessed.
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"Work is not your only option" I like that at the end. Also know yourself, if your the type that flies off the handle or can not take constructive criticism this environment is not for you. You have to be able to listen and not react ALOT.
I wish you had done this in 2012. I have been working in a new environment for a while and I WISH I knew these things when I first started. Made so many mistakes. Thanks for this.
this information is excellent. i am a 51 year old white women from a blue color upbringing. i have worked in the corporate environment for many many years. everything you said what right on point. you should consider entering motivational speaking. took me decades to realize it is not how hard you work it is definitely PERCEPTION!! and trust NO ONE!!
I can’t believe this was posted 7 years ago!! This is so powerful. Thank you for this.
As someone who has been in a corporate setting for 15 years within various leadership positions, there are two major things that have helped me progress in my career more than anything. #1 - listening more than speaking. I have been able to create successful situations for myself just by actually HEARING what people are saying and taking what they have said a step further. #2 - choosing a sponsor in every job I ever had. Meaning finding, befriending or associating with someone who was always a level above me who would always be an advocate for me to get me to the next level. I always found that one person who was always willing to help take me to the next level both male and female. Not a mentor, but an actual sponsor, someone who could actually do something for me. Those two things helped me move very quickly within my career.
Please revisit this topic! This time please include "how to play the game at work" for older workers. I have tried and tried to move up at work, only to watch others get selected. When I finally jumped through every hoop, crossed every T, and dotted every i, I finally get offered a promotion. I'm excited until I get to the new department and find out that another person that got hired had only been with company a short time and had no experience. Guess who is getting all the training and opportunities to shine? I'm thankful for the job, but trying to not be bitter because if seems like they hired me because they had to (union) and they're just waiting for me to leave. Saw your new haul video. Welcome back!
I've spent almost 15 years either training or working in "corporate" environments, and this is the best synopsis/tutorial I've seen. Professionally stated and educational for someone with more than a few years of corporate experience. Your critiques were spot on. Thanks for sharing.
This is so important. Have you thought of holding seminars for new graduates? It is hard to find friends in the corporate world. Even your own people do some ratchet things that leave you looking crazy. I think this is a start to some great! Thanks so very much. I needed this!!!
THE BEST VIDEO IVE SEEN IN 2014!!..I know that 'game' very well and know because of it and the Grace of GOD I would not be at the level I'm at in my career!!...and I thank my aunt for her words of wisdom who taught me the game..i was an emotional mess during my early years of working....Work Smart not Hard..Yes..Yes..I completely agree...who u know is what its all about!!.This need to be shared with teens too!!!....This was a GREAT VIDEO!!!
***** Her video was right on point!! I did about everything step she mentioned. The one thing I would add also is never let your colleagues or even your boss know your job more than you. Being an asset in any company is always a strength and beneficial to your leverage in the company. Work smart not hard!! Hope that helps!!
how did you play the game
I know this is a year old, but thank you so much. My parents never taught me stuff like this and idk I'm just so grateful I'm born in a generation where you can learn stuff online. And happy you created this video :)
Sister girl, I've been sitting here watching your videos and laughing along and loving your personality and then I ran across this video. Sister your are the truth! I am so proud to see this video. I am 60 years old and have worked in corporate America for 43 years and I have never heard it put down like you are putting it down here. This video needs to be seen by every black person going into corporate America for a job today. This is very important and helpful information that our people need to know before they step foot in any office today! Especially in the world we live in today where they don't want us to work anyway. God bless you girl. I have to say that I love how you're helping our people. Thank you so much for spitting this knowledge to our you g people. I only hope that they are listening.
I agree with everything you said. Just to add- I've learned that your attitude is everything. You want to be approachable. You don't want to burn ANY bridges. You're right, don't take things personally- see the negative things as challenges, and beat them! Always, always be professional!
This video was great!
It is 100% accurate!
The best thing about this video is that it just a confirmation as to whether you want to play the game OR if you need to just step out and do your own thing.
You are 200% right. I'm in goverment/corporate for the past 26 years. I started right out of high school, & while working continuing my education until I received my MBA. The game is who u know. There are some people with less education but knew the right people to get them higher paying positions. Many are political appointed because they know someone, they family member knows someone,etc.
Great video! I am 23 years old graduate with an Accounting & Finance degree and I am finding out more and more of what you were explaining. I come from a family that has been in the corporate world for over 20 years so I've been taught what this "game" is that is being played. It exists everywhere though. I've seen it as a college athlete, in the classroom, everywhere. It's important that WE understand what this "game" is and how WE can survive it. Thanks a lot and I'm glad to hear this from someone who looks like me (African American woman). :-) Blessings.
This video is everything. I have such a strong personality and have always viewed how I wear my hair and clothes as an expression of self. Recently as I've been unable to find employment despite my credentials I have been trying to navigate how to feel like Jada while making peace with playing the game without feeling unauthentic. I believe your video will help a great deal:)
Every word you stated is so true. I've been working in corporate America for 8 years. Started fresh out of college, I've learned so many roles, been on several teams and now leading teams. You are so right about perception. It's not what you know but who you know and how you get along with others. If you come in all big and bad, it will get you nowhere. I wish there were more of this motivational videos out there on how to become successful in the corporate environment. I was blessed to have mentors who believed in me who showed me the ropes, provided feedback when I needed it and advocated for what I brought to the company. Thank you for sharing.
Girl you hit the nail on the head...the game is not about what u know but who you know ...networking and setting the tone from the gate...learning the rules bylaws and contracts...work the game smart doing the minimum by using all the things they have set in place to maneuver. ..I loved this
Girl you hit this on the nose. I have been in corporate America for 9 years and just now after getting my degree learned that it is a game and how hard you work will NOT MOVE YOU UP IN A COMPANY. I realize it is who you know and your resources as you was saying. This is WONDERFUL information. Thank you for doing this video
I'm so glad you made this video! Thank you for mentioning the "game" because one wrong move and it could be over. It took me a while to understand this. You're a blessing to anyone who takes the time to watch this!
This was wonderful. Im in the game as we speak and everything you have said is true. Especially about shutting people down. Those people who try to "hey girl" you are always the ones who are buddy buddy with the people who can help you in the long run. Also, it is definitely about who you know. My little BBA in Finance means NOTHING to anyone lol and "hard" work is like the wind. You must show them your skills and how you can be a real asset to the company...
Hi, I have come from the blue collar sector. Worked my way up to Regional Manager through hard work and experience. I must admit I have never thought about this game until recently. I recently had a new line manager start. Like you say in your video he knows nothing but has a perception about him that he wants to go places and knows everything. The director loves him!!! I have been banging heads with him for the last few months. He is all you have described in your video of which I have found very helpful. I am not afraid to admit it but this manager and they way he has been has pushed me close to the edge. I have been in tears and at breaking point. I have a supportive friend at work who has helped me open my eyes. In fact this is why I found your video. Again it has been an eye opening experience watching your video. I when I get the chance I will be sticking it to him with a smile :-) Thank you so much for sharing. x
Thank you so much for doing this video. It has definitely given me insight of whats to come. I'm 40 yrs old and pursiing my bachelors degree in human resource management. I was willing to start from the bottom to gain the knowledge and experience in the HR world. I currently work for a major staffing company in my local area as a customer service rep. The office I work in is small and I'm the only one without a degree. Sometimes I feel like I'm already at a disadvantage. We have weekly meetings and I rarely have anything to add because I'm new to the career field. I will no longer use that as a crutch or let it hinder me. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us. I have placed this video in my favorites to reflect back on from time to time. God bless you.
Corporate America is the pits! I am not made for it either. LOL! I don't work hard but work smart. I do so well that some get jealous of how I don't need to ask very many questions. My biggest problem are the companies that try to mimic the corporate model. The company that I am currently trying to leave is horrible. If certain people don't like you, you don't move but the skill set can not transfer to other companies. It's crazy. I liked this video because you touched on some major points. "We" are perceived upon entering in the door. One woman decided to confront me in the hallway with my supervisor. She pointed her finger at me and raised her voice. I apologized for her feeling that way and she kept going on. My supervisor said nothing. I later told my supervisor on a sidebar that she was wrong for not defending me. I pulled the phone conversation, because our calls are recorded and emailed my supervisor and cc'd HR. I have not had a problem with the woman and my supervisor had to eat her words after having told me that this lady had a reason to come up and speak to me. Just last week I got $25 gift card because someone spoke highly of me. It's a little too late in the game though.
I SOOOOOO agree with you on everything you said! Some people I work with are dumber than a box of rocks and I wonder how they got their job. It doesn't matter how smart you are as long as you know the right people.
so true.
you are totally on point! I currently work for a large corporation and it has been a struggle due to me not knowing how to play the game! Too bad I didn't see your video sooner! You are very sharp and I appreciate your videos!! Thank you!!
I had to add this video to my favorites list. You have shared so much knowledge here. I'm fairly new to the corporate world. Your tips are dead on.
I regret not building these connections in college, having just graduated and now I'm looking for a job. However, my cousin works in corporate and i am BLESSED to have her helping me in regards to acquiring a corporate job myself. You spoke the truth. This is excellent advice for someone like me. :)
Love, love you for this video. Though I'm now retired from the corporate work force, this is great for those entering this new adventure. I'm so tired of hearing "my people" saying, I can't be fake, I gotta do me. " LOL I have grandchildren graduating from college next month. Can't wait to show them this video.
Thank you for this video. I have spent some time in the corporate world as an HR Assistant in my early 20s and made some poor decisions. I did not get fired, I left but I really could have made a strong living if I knew how to play the game.
I am now a mother of two, in my late 20sfour classes away from my BA in Economics and I just got hired for a Banker position.
Your video was so valuable to me and my village. PLEASE MAKE MORE VIDEOS WITH ADVICE FOR YOUNG BLACK PROFESSIONALS. PLEASE!!!!
shauna pulley I resonate with your post, I’m an HR Assistant in my 20’s now and learning to play the game.
The corporate work environment is crazy. I learned early that I did not want to work in an office. It is a jungle.
Very helpful information and so true. I have failed the game in the past which has helped me prepare for future opportunities. This message was right on time for me because what better way to start the new year with a new job. I got it...removing emotions and not taking things personal and being business minded by working smart, not hard, and definitely networking by utilizing your resources. Awesome video! Thank you so much for this and Happy New Year to you!
This was excellent advice!!!! I’ve been working in corporate environments for 14 years and I’ve been in EVERY situation you’ve mentioned plus more and I wished I had someone give me this kind of advice. I definitely came up in the “school of hard knocks” because I’ve had some hard lessons to learn in learning “how to play the game”, it’s truly only by God’s grace that I’ve been successful in advancing in my career. Young people listen to this great advice, I’m not old but I ain’t young either and had I had someone give me half of what you said in this vid I would be a lot further in my career. I rely heavily on the quote that says “life is 10% of what happens to you and 90% of how you react”…this statement has been very instrumental in my profession and even my life for the past 7 years…it’s help me to think first before I say or react to anything. Thanks for this vid!
I wish I could "like" this 20 times!! I need "breakdown" in so many areas of my life. This is sooo helpful to those of us who have the competence, but are extremely unfamiliar with the environment. Please PLEASE make a Pt. 2!
Hey Sis, I'm a Sr. HR Analyst for a municipality...you are right on track with this vid! Great vid.
This is the best video I've seen since I've been an active UA-cam viewer! There is so much truth and shared experience to a lot of things you said! Your advice was needed 6 years ago!!!
Been there done that. I agree with everything you said. Surprisingly sometimes the person you don't think has your back, actually does. I learned that last year. Upon spending a week with this particular person I learned a lot. Especially about her, she is a kind and caring person.
I really appreciate this video! I have to say this was perfect timing. I have just graduated from college and I start my first professional job this coming Monday. Thank you for calming down some of my nerves with your helpful tips!
I appreciate this video so much. I turned in my 2 weeks notice today to start a new position in 2 weeks. I've been in corporate America & everything you are saying is soooo on point!!! You MUST play the game no matter how good you are! I was with a very stable hospital system but got "stuck" partly because I "cliqued up" with the wrong people. I have a good reputation however, some of the ladies reputation was not so professional. That is VERY important. I "mingle" with everyone but sometimes you are judged by who you are associated with as well. I have to learn how to let go of my emotions. I will watch this video again before I go. Like I said I've been in corporate America for a while now however, this video is a very nice refresher!
Thank you for posting this. You have confirmed some questions I had. I find that I struggled with speaking up on issues that needed to be addressed because I considered the person involved a friend, trying to have their "back" bit it was never returned smh. I will play the game with a smile!
Please post more videos on this topic your right its needed.
Wow!!!!!!! You are explaining my life down to the IT Analyst , I was told yesterday that I need to learn how to play the game and sure enough I got this video... This has been an absolute blessing !!! Thank you
Thank you for this video! I love you. You are a friend in my head, for real! I try to tell my friends and family about this game and you have just solidified my point. Great video! I hope it sinks in for folks. Success is the only option!
Great video! So true. It is hard for many of "us" to toot our own horn. Far too often we let many of our work/career accomplishments and strengths go unnoticed. Learning to relay our accomplishments to those that matter in a non-braggadocios is imperative when playing "The Game."
Preach! Corporate America is all about networking and schmoozing. Get in good with your supervisor and your supervisor's supervisor and you will be set. And get in good with competing companies. More times than not, you'll end up working for them.
Very true, I worked for WF for eight years and I learned all things you said while growing there. However, I wish I knew this before hand.I liked to add don't stay in groups... All huddled up, all the time during lunches switch it up... Great Vid!
I‘m not black, but I always come back to this video! ❤️ Great tips! 😉 Hi from Germany! 🇩🇪
Great video!!! I have learned this all on my on the hard way there was no one to teach me...I came in with my personal handling and checking people like I do on the street. With discernment I peeped the game and soon began to play by the rules without losing my integrity I just had to tweak HOW I did things.
This is probably the best video I've ever watched on UA-cam. I'm currently trying to get my bachelors in Computer Science and I have family members who are in the industry but they have not told me how to maneuver in cooperate situations yet. I've only heard the horror stories, unfortunately, that come with being black in the office. I'm so glad you posted this and let new people like me know how to handle certain situations because I am notorious for letting my emotions show on my face or simply snapping out on people I work with (I work weekends at a grocery store as a cashier) and I know in a professional setting, others want nothing more than to see someone get escorted out. This also takes away from a lot of the anxiety I have been having lately about even applying for internships and jobs once I graduate. I am just too scared of the new atmosphere but watching this video really helped take edge off. Thank you so much!
This is one of the best UA-cam videos I have ever watched. Relevant, insightful, personal, true. I didn't even notice how long it was, I was so transfixed. I learnt a lot. Thank you Rachelle!
This video is the TRUTH!!!!!! You are so right. It's all about who you know and not what you know. The way you handled that jerk who stroked your thigh was genius. You did not get emotional, but you let him know you did not appreciate what he did. Love it!!!!
This video is going in my favorites. I would love to see more of these.
Great video! I'm a teacher & I could relate to this when I started years ago. Networking really is key. When you mentioned meetings I laughed out loud because I remember being present but not really "being present". I wish I knew then what I know now :) I think this will help several people.
Very nice video well done and I enjoyed your approach! "Mentorship"/"Mentoring" is a huge component here...unfortunately there's only a few of "us" available in corporate America in positions of authority who can take that "Newbie" under their wing and provide adequate mentoring. What's disappointing is that some of us when reaching that certain level DON"T look back and provide that helping hand.....and this is the bigger problem. Corporate "Mentoring" is key....only and only if those .5% in positions of authority humble themselves and offer that guidance.
Great video again!
THANK YOU SOOO MUCH. I'm 46 and have been self-employed for the past 16 years. I've figured out that the way for me to advance in my industry is going to be for me to have to enter the corporate environment. I start my job this Monday and am seeing this the week before. I thank you sooo much. My BIGGEST concern about going back to corporate America has been this "game playing". I simply didn't see it nor understand it. I just knew it was there. As you say, we are just not wired that way and for that reason, I didn't want to go back. I agree with everything you said 100%! These were the tools that I desperately needed. Lastly, YOU NEED TO WRITE A BOOK. FIRST A BLOG, AND THEN A BOOK ABOUT THIS TOPIC. You have a unique, smart perspective that you should definitely share. You are so right that we simply do not have these resources and it simply takes YEARS to learn and the majority of us just bail.
Great points throughout this video. I am 18minutes in and I am not sure if you touch on this later, but employees need to be mindful of the company's culture. For example, if I have an issue with my current supervisor, I have to keep it to myself. She thinks she is perfect and no one at the organization really cares about entry and mid level folks. Its not the greatest, but it works while I am looking for a better opportunity.
Absolutely LOVE this video. You did an excellent job of explaining how to handle people and situations in a corporate environment. I found myself smiling & nodding at pretty much everything you had to say and I see myself (or my "work self") doing and behaving exactly how you described. Your emphasis on presenting yourself as a competent and confident person is on the money and definitely something I will work on in the future. Thank you for this video. It was well executed and very very helpful.
Yes, you have helped me and I'm sure a whole lot of other people. I always knew it was a game but never knew how to play. Thank you so much for posting this video. You have been truly helpful, and God sent.
Very helpful, can never get too much understanding. We need these candid talks. We need this education consistently and ongoing because the game was not made for us play yet we continue to win from having leaders like you who tell us we can and guide us on our journeys. Keep it coming, Im listening to all topics.
Awesome video. I've been in corporate America for over 20 years as a Programmer Analyst and I've seen what you are talking about on how to get ahead. I'm not trying to advance in my field because I like where I'm at but this information is so useful. Thanks for this.
Great Video! I work in the medical field and this is SO TRUE. It really applies to all work places. I have earned so much respect, and there's nothing that the doctors that I work with won't do for me to this day...guess you can say I've "proven" myself. It is a game, and you have to make yourself a valuable asset.
Whenever people come at me talking about "hey girl" or "sista" , I quickly ask where are they from and why do they talk the way they do. LOL! it puts them out of place, not me. Great video
This video is very informative. I have been on my job for over 20 years and you hit the nail dead on it's HEAD! love it...
After uni I took everything personally at work and i didn't want to play the game because it felt false. But i've only just realised that working and being succesful at work is about playing the game. It's the most important part of progressing. You need to be good at your job but you can't thrive without playing the game. I think you make some good points and it applies to all types of people.
Easily one of the best videos I have ever watched on UA-cam, and I watch a lot of UA-cam. If I had this when I started in the corporate environment years ago, I would be so much further in my career. I always thought that hard work would speak for itself and take you further but it has been proven time and time again that its all about who you know and how well you network. Thanks so much for this video, I know it will help tons is people and I'm sending it to my daughter (college student) to watch as well. Awesome!
Great content and even greater delivery. So nice of you to even think of giving this advice to those who need it. Ive been in the corporate world for many years and this was a great 'refresher' for me! God's blessings to you!
I know this video is old and I'm late in watching it but just wanted to let you know that it is ON POINT! Your videos keep me laughing. I love your personality and am gonna miss your Thursday videos. Kudos on taking your mom in and caring for her...family first! Hope you do get a chance to continue the videos when you can, they're always insightful and enjoyed!!
This video came right on time! I'm going to tell my daughter about this. She landed an internship at the Proctor & Gambol Company for the summer and it's "overwhelming" her! I've had to speak with her on a few occasion to calm her down. But the good thing is the people who recruited her are graduate from the same college and they've been with the company 15 and the other for 18 years.
I'm interacting with them and her to make this transition easier for her. But to be honest I don't think she will stay with this environment! It's so NOT her personality! Well I'm going to pass this along, I know this will help her a lot! THANK YOU FOR THE INCITE!
Thank you so much for this video. Coming from a different country and being a recent graduate I was apprehensive about how to act in the work environment here. This video was really impactful.
Been in corp America for 20 yrs you hit the nail right on the head. Everything you said is so true. I made a connection with my vp of my department I trained people in my dept. he gave me the opportunity to train workers we outsourced some of our work to India. After that project he offered me an IT job. I knew nothing about developing systems. Now I know SQL which is a popular computer language I can take that knowledge anywhere now. All that due to making myself noticed by my vp
I accidentally ran across your tutorial. The tutorial you did on crochet ponytail caught my eye. And I checked out more of you vlogs, need I say more. I subscribed! Your are a positive person and you provide vital and important information that will help people do better in life. Thank you for sharing.
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! A friend if mine referred me to watch this video today. I am new to the corporate world and I have already experienced a lot of everything you spoke about. I cannot express enough on how much your video has helped me!! thank you soooo much for this great advice! Ill need to come back and watch this again every now and then. Thank you Rochelle!!
Hillary Corona You are so welcome Hillary. I'm glad I could help :)
Sooo informative and well advised Rachelle! Trust that you are helping newbies, oldies, and the in between! You are looking fabulous and fierce!!!
OMG I greatly appreciate this video you have NO idea. I recently graduated from college and being an African American woman I get so nervous about eventually having to enter into corporate America. Coming from a predominately white liberal arts college I'm MORE than aware of the high level of ignorant situations I can encounter. But there is still so much more I don't know about the "working-world" and I don't have much people to tell me about it either. THIS is the type of information black women and men should be sharing with each other on how we can ALL make it. This video is beautiful on so many levels!
Let me just say thank you for the bottom of my heart for making this video! I’m to the point where I’m like please give me a phone call! I have something to run by you. I needed to watch this 6 months ago and now I feel I’m in a rut. My main thing is to not let anyone take me out of character! I need more from you!
This is great advice and even thought I know some of the contents as I have been working in corporate Jamaica for over 15 years I was hooked. You captured my attention. It's a refresher for me. You are a wonderful human being. All the best.
Ugh! Why is this video not longer?! I need more jewels!! Loved this video! I nodded my head the entire time lol
Great way to start the year by sharing this video! Thank you.
All the best for the.new year.
I’m back watching this after years gone by! Another/more videos of this nature would be appreciated 😊