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Devin Tomb

June 7,2023 at 9:20PM UTC

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Hey everyone! A reporter at NPR reached out to Fairygodboss because they're looking for women who have recently joined or rejoined the workforce about what drew them into the job market, what some of the challenges are, and any steps their employers might be taking (or that women wish employers would take) to build a more inclusive workplace.

Anyone have relevant experience + interest in speaking with NPR? Comment or message me and I'll connect you. Thank you!

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Drea RahmingJune 7,2023 at 9:51PM UTC
I would like to speak with them
Devin TombJune 8,2023 at 3:19PM UTC
Thank you, Drea! Could you email me and I'll put you in touch? I'm at devin.tomb@themuse.com :)
Drea RahmingJune 9,2023 at 1:38PM UTC
Message sent
Megan CloudJune 7,2023 at 11:13PM UTC
I’d be happy to speak with them.
Devin TombJune 8,2023 at 3:18PM UTC
Thank you, Megan! Could you email me and I'll put you in touch? I'm at devin.tomb@themuse.com :)
Kimberley Ferretti HammettJune 8,2023 at 4:19PM UTC
Hi there! I have not recently joined or rejoined, however, I am a Personal/Professional Development Coach working in Organizational Development so I could speak in terms of some things both applicants can do to market and prepare themselves as well as how organizations can be inclusive of various backgrounds (ie- Measuring transferrable soft-skills and developing potential in less-experienced employees). If they would be interested in that perspective I'm happy to connect.
AnonymousJune 8,2023 at 4:21PM UTC
You lost me at NPR.
Carol MullerJune 8,2023 at 5:56PM UTC
I'm finding myself back on the job market after being quietly fired, then let go based on lies made-up by the owner.
I've been looking for a new job for three months, and can't believe the amount of scammers and fake jobs out there! I get close to landing a job, they ask for a video, then I'm ghosted. I'm experiencing age discrimination and I'd be happy to talk to someone at NPR about this.
Thanks!
Sami MacKayJune 10,2023 at 12:54PM UTC
Completely agree! Ageism is very real.
Elizabeth BoecherJune 8,2023 at 7:49PM UTC
Happy to help.
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Coach Nancie Kay ShumanJune 8,2023 at 10:27PM UTC
Happy to assist.
Susan MyersJune 8,2023 at 10:51PM UTC
Would be happy to be included.
Becca A.June 9,2023 at 3:10AM UTC
I would love to give a black women's perspective with my experience garnered in the IT field. I am on the cusp of transitioning to mid-tier roles and have accrued experience through long term and contract roles within that field so I have a bit of range that I have been able to collect when it comes to common structures Ive been exposed to surrounding workplace cultures cultivated there. The common traits I've noted throughout them all that result in the same reoccurring issue and attempts made for inclusivity.
Lydia-Renee DarlingJune 9,2023 at 8:58AM UTC
Hiya! Would definitely be happy to share-- I graduated in 2020 and have faced unique challenges as an expat and black woman in the workforce. I struggled to find steady employment that was not 1099, so I transitioned my work into a DEI entertainment marketing company so I could make changes at the root. If you'd like my email, I'm available at contact (@) lydiareneedarling.com. Thanks so much, Devin!
Kimberley Ferretti HammettJune 9,2023 at 1:32PM UTC
Oh my gosh I love that! Turning your challenge into your launch.. I hope to hear you tell your story!
Kathleen GrizzleJune 9,2023 at 12:21PM UTC
I would be happy to give my perspective. I was a stay at home Mom to 3 kids and I recently reentered the workforce. I have an MBA and background experience in medical, pharmaceutical sales and most recently finance. I acquired both my series 7 and 66 licenses in ordered to pursue a new career direction.
It’s like a new world out there! And I’m the one speaking the foreign language it seems! LOL! Technology has made the former work world almost unrecognizable.
Kenna O'LearyJune 10,2023 at 3:26PM UTC
You have such wonderful credentials! Yes, I have had to learn a great deal about technology. Digital technology has changed the "office" for the better.
Would you consider Grant Writing for large non - profits or state run agencies/state universities? Huge demand for good writers who can ask donors to...donate.
Susan Heidi WolmanJune 9,2023 at 6:31PM UTC
I’ve been struggling with this for a long while.
Id love to tell my side. I had triplets. Before that I worked as an IT consultant for financial services and have an Ivy undergrad, a masters and ABD PhD. It would seem that I am an ideal reentry candidate but I have been overlooked as too … something.
AnonymousJune 10,2023 at 12:46PM UTC
The struggle is REAL. 40 yrs in Construction, I retire, get a job in a PARK & was FIRED for citing Safety Issues, " I needed to rewire" myself. I'll speak with them about my Case.
Sami MacKayJune 10,2023 at 12:52PM UTC
After 25 years as a nurse I got an undergrad and a grad certificate and switched careers for 15 years into clinical research. Between 2010 and 2015 I was made redundant 8 times in corporate M&A’s. Since then I’ve been unable to get another position in research despite having credentials and experience in a niche function. I’ve been paying the bills as a nurse since 2016. I’m also in my late 60’s. I’ll gladly speak with them as well.
AnonymousJune 10,2023 at 7:56PM UTC
Not aware of your location, but have you looked into City of Hope? They are nation wide and have research nurse opportunities. They have locations in So California, Phoenix area, Chicago area, and Atlanta area.
MelissaJune 10,2023 at 4:09PM UTC
I returned from a 6 month leave after having a newborn. My job was not understanding at my request for a transition, I ended up leaving for a new employer, so I can go on and on about this topic
Changemaker428820June 11,2023 at 12:47AM UTC
I might. What exactly is NPR looking for?
Elizabyth HarringtonJune 11,2023 at 4:55PM UTC
I returned back to work in tech after a three year hiatus. I'd love to talk with them since I'm coming from a viewpoint of not only returning to work, but being someone battling ageism in the tech industry. Generally DEI people (IMHO) don't have the same interest in fighting ageism that they do with other protected classes. It's still okay to stereotype older workers as too ________ (set in our ways, not tech-savvy, expensive, etc...etc... fill in the blank) and I've actually heard DEI directors use those stereotypes to justify why their inclusive company doesn't hire people over 40.
AnonymousJune 12,2023 at 4:44PM UTC
No one, certainly not NPR will allow the opportunity to discuss the truth about age discrimination and other nonsense in the workplace these days, evidenced by my censored post on this forum to keep the status quo. NPR is a mouthpiece for the destruction of our country.