Creating a Safe Space for Neurodivergent Teammates and Allies at CallRail

At CallRail, Divergent Minds is an Employee Resource Group (ERG) dedicated to providing resources, education, and support for people who identify as neurodivergent and their allies.

The ERG was founded in early 2023 by just a few team members. By …

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Overcoming Workplace Disability Issues – Queer Money Ep. 189

Are you taking full advantage of ALL your workplace benefits? Most of us don’t think we need disability insurance, assuming it applies only to catastrophic events. But what if you had to miss work for a few weeks to recover from, say, a broken leg? Or having your appendix taken out? Would you be able …

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How to be Irresistible as an International Student in Your Job Search

This blog post was co-authored by Betsy Cohen, the author of Welcome To the U.S.A. – You’re Hired!, a guide for international talent to land their dream jobs in the US.

For international students, the job search experience can be …

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Timeout with Steve Davis Jr.

Call a timeout with Steve Davis Jr., founder of Strive Higher After Sports and former college football player. Learn how football impacted Steve’s life on and off the field, and why community has played such an important role throughout his …

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Veteran-Friendly Employers: Identifying Companies Committed to Hiring Veterans

As a way of saying thank you, many employers throughout the United States have initiatives that include both hiring and on-the-job training for military veterans and their spouses. 

These employers recognize that the soft skills veterans have developed throughout their …

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IBM’s Neurodiversity Advancement Initiative Supports Employees Revealing Their Authentic Self in the Workplace

In this episode of Work in Progress, I’m joined by Nat Lyckowski, the global neurodiversity advancement leader for tech giant IBM.

“Neurodiversity is a concept to respect and accept neurological differences as a natural part of human variation. Just like …

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Peak Recruitment Seasons by Industry That International Students Should Know

Are you a college student wondering when to start applying for a full-time job? In the US, the timing of when you should apply for jobs varies widely depending on the industry. It’s important to understand recruitment seasons so that …

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The Employee’s Practical Guide to Requesting Accommodations

Asking for job accommodations can be difficult, especially if you’ve never done it before or believe that your accommodation might be “too cumbersome.” Luckily, the ADA has protections in place that might allow you to ask for more than you think. …

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How to Evaluate Company Culture for LGBTQ+ Friendliness Before Applying

Company culture is important. So if you’re looking for a new job that supports the LGBTQ+ community, there are a few things to keep in mind during your job search. 

How a company operates doesn’t just directly impact its bottom …

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Veterans to Tech Innovators: Bridging Skills to New Industries

Sometimes the transition from military to civilian life can be a bumpy one. Veterans must make adjustments and adapt in all aspects of their lives, not least of all how they earn a living. Those who are technically inclined might …

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