44: The power of networking for POC & First Gens

Career Switch Podcast by Lixandra Urresta

Oct 31, 202335:36Business

As a person of color (POC) and/or first-generation professional, your family’s culture and background likely influenced your beliefs, which can now impact your making a career change. Dani Tan is a leadership and career...

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