My experience as a black male in Corporate America | Corey Jones

So i've been technically working in corporate America since 2018. I started at Deloitte, then moved to Accenture and now I'm at Google. My journey has been eye opening and rewarding at the same time. I've witnessed discrimination, bias, unconscious bias, you name it! Happy to share my story in hopes that it will help someone navigate this space better and learn from my experiences! Thanks for watching, don't forget to subscribe!
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[@mato7960]

Rule number 1: never tell anyone your personal business e.g. your vacation plans, weekend plans, your investments, side hustle, etc.

[@TheeRebel]

Can’t even live normal…. How many years of your life can you deal with that and when does regret set in?

[@stevewilson6211]

From my perspective you're shared experience Was rooted in the typical racism WE ALL EXPERIENCE in a system setup for them and not DEI I'm glad you are doing well at your current position with Google

[@stevewilson6211]

I agree keep them folks out ya business They don't want to see you enjoy life and this is why America isn't in the top 10 of industrialized nations They had a chance to do right and did wrong Now they have BRICKS as a result Like how do you fugg up Reserve Currency status

[@Childfree_Jerra]

Learned this the hard way, but grateful to see people’s true colors.💯

[@nb-hh2kn]

White ppl get to brag with their buddies... How about in CA hustles with your inner circle?

[@chronicles6065]

Bro is telling no lies! I had the same thing happen to me in corporate, this woman was literally upset because I did not hang out with them after work hours and I was like ma'am I keep my professional and personal life separate as a person who have worked in corporate all my life your co workers and managers are not your friends. So she started going around the office saying I wasn't working and not team player, but what she didn't know was that I was truly the wrong one to play with because I kept a document with dates, times, deadlines, and documentation of everything I did on the job and it dated back for months. I happily sent those documents into the EEOC and she was eventually fired please don't play with me. We also have to talk about how being a black introvert is like an internal sin in corporate America because the number of times people assumed I was mean just because I didn't want to gossip or hang out with them was wild to me.

[@bryantcoleman3586]

FACTS!! You hit it on the nail with the sin being an introvert in corporate with all these extrovert vultures. They always want to hang out. So draining.

[@stevewilson6211]

You listened to your inner voice that said stay away from the wicked You also kept the proper notes to prove your case She was not fit for the job she was fired from

[@Christopher-tr1xu]

Facts, it's as if they beileve every black male is an entertainer or comedian.

[@chikFromMTL]

Black introvert woman here 🙋🏾‍♀️ No lies told 🎯

[@jgibson8092]

Right I'm not even in corporate America and had the same issue my boss wanted to be friends I said okay at first but then it's started being overbearing. Wanting to hang out after a full shift I been around you all day don't want to hand out then texting me everyday at home . I had to tell him let's just keep our relationship professional it was too much and I had already told him I'm a introvert. Luckily he's a cool dude so he was cool about it I'm still nice with him at work though so I guess that helps . I've learned from past jobs being too quiet is not good so with this job I tried to force myself to be more outgoing I guess he thought I wanted to be friends.

[@keytowomanhood506]

Some people can't stand for you to be cool, friendly and unbothered. It reveals their own toxic demeanor.

[@wm8673]

THAT PART

[@HYBRO_MUSCRITIC23]

Facts

[@uganda8956]

His story hits so close to home and I am nit referring to corporate world. Most industries are like this just toxic.

[@KB_theauthentic]

yep

[@twopocketsfull8859]

So true

[@mjacksonjones]

I've been in corporate america for 30 years at big Fortune 50 companies working in Technology in development. Black man here. Rule 1) NEVER tell your business!! EVER!! If you must tell something, keep it LIGHT!!! If you have to ask why and you're black, ask an older black person in private. Rule 2) SAVE, SAVE, SAVE!!! The rug will get pulled from you when you least expect it!!

[@iamme7664]

Heavy on saving money 💰

[@icycaribe]

I disagree. That is the method used by those with little or no value. It’s the same bad advice I was given decades ago. Here’s the advice that works for me and works for my mentees who are smart. Before I mentor anyone I tell them if they are racially fragile then I’m not the one for them. 1. Determine what kind of life you want to live. Basically, begin with the end in mind so you can plan goals around facts and data, not racial feelings. 2. Learn a valued skill. There are literally tens of thousands off videos online teaching them. 3. Go to meetups and other free organizations that have skilled people in the industry of your choice and establish relationships there and put in some FREE work. It’s not really free because you’re learning too. Enough of the preliminary. 1. At the job/career, the most important thing you will ever do is build alliances and allegiances. That starts with the person who has the most control of your career at the company besides you and that is your immediate manager. Not lead. Not supervisor. Your manager. Know the differences. If you don’t have direct access to your manager, find a role where you do. If you don’t have a manager pushing for your success, join the Goddamn club of everyone before and leave to find one who will. 2. Get mentors!!!!!! Preferably multiple mentors at a high level at the company and outside the company. They will help keep you accountable and help navigate the ups and downs of Corporate. That’s it. There is more but I find in attempting to help other sort through their Corporate struggles, this is enough to thrive. Of the 12 people I have mentored, across all races, the three I had to let go were all Socalled Black. And it was because they just knew 100% that Whitey or Blscky were out to gatekeep, steal their ideas, keep them down for some reason. I read very similar energy in these insane posts. Oh. Here’s my favorite. “I don’t come to work to make friends!” Says the losers who usually don’t have good relationships even in their personal life. And sir, you are right to save money because it keeps you from being desperate. But no one today will save their way out of corporate. The average in-company ease over the last five years is around 2-3% annually . The average increase in housing costs during the same time period was around 6% annually. Meanwhile, smart people know investing into the S&P 500 returned wealth at around 18% annually. You cannot save to that level especially with inflation as high as it is now. Only with assets can one track better than inflation. I know my method work because I have not only mentored a dozen professionals in Corporate IT across a few Fortune 500 orgs but my customers are among the top corporations in the world. And I mentored my two sons to the same level of relative success for their ages. Provecho!!

[@Jonasdelrey]

@@icycaribebest comment on here!

[@N0V3MBER]

Thanks for sharing! I needed to hear this ​@@icycaribe

[@feliciafelicia6965]

I agree with this. I'm in Aerospace and the industry is really shaky right now. Got laid off in January, started a job in March, now it's June and I won't see another paycheck until August. I'm thankful for savings.

[@John-bq9bj]

The politics in corporate America is insane. When it comes to corporate America, it is 10% skill, 90%- social expertise/being able to navigate the social landscape. Most people, especially those at the top in various companies, in corporate America are very very unskilled people with very high salaries.

[@eechaze12]

I totally agree. The social part is the problem black people face. Our culture is just different front white culture. We are more open minded, engaging and personal. White people take offense to things you wouldn't expect. Got to be really really sensitive with them else they'll gang up on you and tell a lie to get you fired. That's just how they do it. They're very good at lying.

[@The.Harsh.Truths]

You nailed it. I was naive and learned this the hard way.

[@shawn_and_one]

Facts… Every day there is an adventure. The simple can become complex and the complex extremely simple. You just never know…

[@loveyesmarriageno123]

Same thing in London. People test how 'black' you are by making sneaky comments occasionally and I wanted to punch them in the face but had to hold my temper cos I know I would lose my job. Chris Rock said a similar thing on one of his shows which is online.

[@DrUmarJohnson1]

@@The.Harsh.Truths Whenever you see: "Must be bilingual". That's usually code for non-Black

[@jl6523]

I worked with a guy who was black just like me. One time I picked him up from the airport because he was stranded and he stayed at my home for two nights. Also, got him in touch with my ivy league friends when he was considering applying for business school. I was slow to tell him about my personal business, but eventually did. A year later, he got promoted and became my manager. 3 months later, my "friend" I'd talk to all the time about all his problems fired me from my high paying ($250K+) corporate job Your work friends arent your friends. Period.

[@CoreyMJones3]

Wow 😬😯

[@Alifeofadventures503]

Wow what position was this?

[@naijalovin]

Whoaaa😮

[@lolacole5653]

Wow, that's straight craaazzy!

[@GHO5tMod3]

Sheesh 🙄

[@Emanepj]

It’s a shame that people have to experience this. But one thing I’ve noticed with people is that they aren’t satisfied with their day to day life, so they seek fulfillment by causing drama and false narratives in their workplace.

[@seensay2132]

Under rated comment! I’ve NEVER been mistreated by a boss I knew as generally respectful and happy in their personal lives. It definitely feel like SO many take that unhappiness from home and bring it to work to take it out on subordinates/coworkers.

[@josie7381]

This is whole comment

[@Noir_Nouveau]

You have to be ruthless and calculated. If you care too much it will crush your soul. I'm not being hyperbolic when I say these things.

[@Jayounta1]

Being a black person in corporate America is so exhausting 😔 why can’t we just do the work & go home without all the extras? If I don’t want to mingle & be extra friendly or hang out after work & get to know people more what does that have to do with my ability to do my job? Long as im respectful & cordial it should just be that. These companies always preach so much about “diversity” well that should include those who are introverts or more direct. They make us do all these bs personality quizzes to only want us all to act the same. And the passive aggressive whi*e women are the worse always finding something to complain about that has nothing to do with the actual job/work

[@v.a.993]

You can. Make up a story about your personal life e.g., spouse, kids etc. Yeah, you shouldn't have to, but you better. It gives you easy outs. My kid is sick. I have to pick my child up from school, the little league game etc. My husband/wife is having surgery.

[@itsrelativ3967]

It was always about me avoiding difficult co-workers. I'd get brought into the office to be told that I'm too serious or seem nervous. I would simply say that I want to make it home to my wife and kids without ruffling co-worker's feathers. They took that as me being a threat or too condescending. After a year and 8 months, I respectfully resigned.

[@Bea556x]

Yep try living wirh them

[@flexibledreamer7846]

Corp America is full of psychopaths that’s why…

[@KimFuller-fh5bw]

Describes my experience to the T.

[@mariselissa]

When you’re a confident, straightforward black man, NOT buck-dancing, they try to put you in your place by buck-breaking you

[@MosesCraig]

Facts.

[@thenubianspeaks4329]

So So True and. most of us allow it, instead of understanding. We are not free in America!! a hard reality to accept, but we will never be free until we accept it.

[@Vlsh_]

@@thenubianspeaks4329 you are more free than you know. You are just living in an illusion .

[@willpower3317]

@@thenubianspeaks4329we’re free to leave this country, which means we ARE free. Please stop appropriating our ancestors’ reality.

[@vg1024]

Maybe in some workplaces, but overall this is simply untrue. Especially in cultures that prize DEI and pay attention to these matters.

[@chellej.1592]

Not sure if you're still a part of CA but please never tell your manager what you are using your PTO for. It's none of their business. All they need to know is the dates you will be away and who your backup will be. Don't even tell people you THINK you're cool with because often times they will put you in a trick bag too. I am a manager and I do not require any of my directs to give me a blow by blow of what they will be doing with their personal time because it's none of my business.

[@CoreyMJones3]

That’s facts! The problem was before she was my manager we reported to the same person. She already followed me on social media and everything. So she would have found out anyway and I didn’t want it to look like I was hiding it. But you’re right though, the dates is really all you need to share 👏🏾

[@chellej.1592]

@@CoreyMJones3 also please don’t friend managers and/or coworkers on SM. Folks are wild and get jealous over things we consider regular stuff. Keep going I wish you every success! 🙌🏾

[@RaquelJoYT]

And keep your business off social media! Whew 😅 keep everything limited!

[@Taj-Mahal]

Whats CA?

[@jtrippjr]

That’s the same thing i say to direct reports. Your personal time is none of my business even when you are calling out, I don’t need the story behind it.

[@emzywillrich7243]

You let your guard down was the mistake you made. Never reveal long-term plans for yourself beyond their employment objectives. I backed my big mouth up with obtaining a law degree while employed but stayed another 5 years to get vested in the pension plan, which I am enjoying today. Stephen Covey said, "Begin with the end in mind." Great advice! The company folded two years after my departure and my former colleagues 401(k) plans were frozen and were reduced to pennies. The legacy I left - some black people plan for the long game too! They were in the midst of a Superstar and didn't know it. I left with my Ten Year Award, Top Performer Award, My Law Degree, and a 100% return on my investment in the stock market. I did party because it was 1999!!!

[@sjtalksandlife]

Smart king!..😉👏🏿

[@shalalala868]

I LOVE THIS FOR YOU!! Salute 🖖🖖

[@jaymkz3225]

Love it champ !!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@erawriter1651]

As the only black librarian in my library district, I get this everyday. It’s like working in the Matrix and we are Neo. So many corporate bots everywhere who hate you because they are jealous of your light. Keep shining.

[@kahluaqueen]

You are in the Matrix

[@onealrocky70]

I used to work for CA at Amazon. You hit the nail on the head with every point. What irks me is the social and psychological expectations for black men in CA. I was the same way, laid back and nonchalant individual who worked hard and meticulously. But it's never enough, they expect black men in corporate to be sociable, extroverted, cracking jokes, and the life of the party. But, when we don't fit those stereotypes it becomes a problem, we are viewed as uninterested, unfocused, and lazy from a corporate standpoint which is vehemently untrue. Meanwhile, other race groups can be quiet and reserved and no one bats an eye or questions their drive and work ethic. I feel this definitely needs to be addressed in CA. The stereotyping needs to stop for black educated men!

[@marie2511]

It's the same thing for Black women who don't fit the stereotypical role too. I see you and empathize.

[@karinazrzu]

Same for Black women as well. They are very weird.

[@unc1221]

This not just CA bro. It’s all over. I’m down south and hate corporate.

[@andre1987eph]

I'm reserved but I will Crack jokes 😂

[@dejondabeast2]

This is facts.

[@jonhudson2966]

As a black male, working in corporate America , I’ve experienced ALL of this! 😮‍💨

[@saininj]

It was surreal hearing literally the EXACT SAME situations I've experienced. It's like we all have to go through this, and it's exhausting.

[@KareemDaKing]

It’s systemic? Damn it’s crazy how people are brainwashed to think of us and treat us certain ways. It’s ingrained in the system for us to be oppressed in ways we don’t even know exist. Scary

[@user-vt8ym7jf8y]

Sameee bro it sucks but at the same time it feels good to not be alone in this experience

[@mjacksonjones]

Likewise!! Also, have...

[@Heavon1999]

Very exhausting, it’s tough to bare.

[@joybeybeeluv4234]

The crazy part is these corporations have multiple sources of income but they want you to have only 1 dependent on them.

[@GHO5tMod3]

Right lol

[@WisomofHal]

Who said that? Are they stopping you from buying property or investing your own money? I don't get it.

[@mjhuggins17]

Don't ever tell them about your KZbin channel. NEVER!

[@JB3LL89]

I work in healthcare and it’s definitely not for the weak, but having black team members that you CAN TRUST definitely makes the difference. I’m definitely thankful for the black women I have on my team with me currently.

[@goldeneyebby7477]

This❤I work at an private clinic,n was the only black person there on top of that I have locs it always felt isolated,the vibe was weird everybody watching you I been at this place frm 22 I'm now 35 we just hired an younger black guy.. baby we converse one day n haven't stopped he mke work so much more relaxed 😊

[@IamSunRae]

Me too, I feel lucky.

[@butterscotch2086]

Sometimes we treat each other the worst tho. It’s cool until you seem like you might get promoted or something, then they use anything you told them against you. You really can’t trust anyone at work.

[@bigb8115]

Would you be happy if all white people just changed their skin color to black?

[@mssha1980]

So true

[@MayWonder]

That lady who was harassing you was jealous of you. I'm sorry you went through that. I have had similar experiences.

[@shanellbailey7105]

I've had similar experiences as well which is why I watched his video. I'm glad that he was able to find something better.

[@dogood2848]

Turned down interviews and job offers because the hiring Managers happened to be females. It's just what it is, females tend to come with a lot of issues and insecurities in the workplace and in life in general. Pettiness etc would stifle your productivity and lower your morale, so I'd never put myself in that type of environment.

[@lindajackson6959]

I am in the corporate world,Asian woman, had to train my new coworker…2 years later they give him a $2.00 raise making more money than me…I been with the Corp company for 10 years…. I resigned right before a huge project… they can figure it out….

[@tarawalton6778]

SUPER smart move!!❤❤

[@benten1453]

That's fucked up

[@oneldelorbe1413]

Damn, the same thing happened to me not in our corporate job, but in a regular job, I trained my white coworker and he ended up getting the manager position and he even brought in his girlfriend who ultimately got her own office despite not even having a college degree orexperience running an office. This was in Florida, which is why I’m not there anymore.

[@mssha1980]

That will teach them! Sadly they undervalued you!

[@Domz-nu8bu]

lol why are you with a company for 10 years

[@thegodblogger3812]

My overall experience is that corporate is a culture. The better you match with the culture the better your experience will be. If you're not a cultural match, no matter how productive you are or how much money you generate for the company, they will IN MOST CASES (NOT ALL) find a reason and a way to transition you back out on the street.

[@pearlsrevealed]

Sad reality 😒

[@thegodblogger3812]

@@pearlsrevealed Not really

[@engineered-mind]

As a black manager working in corporate America for 10 years I understand and can relate to your experiences. It’s not about performance but control. The number one thing I look at is the empathy and emotional intelligence level of my immediate boss

[@jr9941]

I will definitely add that everything in corporate is political or personal. Nothing is performance based!!!

[@yelxebi.392]

Not perfrmormance but control....this is sad.

[@scorpionpam]

This is higher education as well. Sad.

[@jimbrown9046]

It’s called racism white supremacy

[@itsrelativ3967]

Control of what??? Control of your personality and behavior?

[@bcusaaus4749]

Oh boy, the good ole PIP!! I’ve been on it about 6 times in my career, they are horrible stressful and borderline suicidal. But, I always got through either with a new job before I got fired or after I got fired. Biggest lesson I tell anyone who work for someone is Please Please have an emergency fund. I had nothing in the early days and you go in survival mode. Now, if I get fired, I just say 👌🏿 ok and walk out door cause I know I got 6 months EF to live off .( and I ain’t too Proud to go work fast food to make money)

[@maxinec1616]

Yes---have an emergency fund. The employment contract states it is "at-will" so at any time they can let you go. This was so good!

[@aye05jaye]

I totally relate to what you said about being put on a PIP! I've experienced that as well. I'll go even further and say that while I was having to do a PIP, a PIP was being done on me by my immediate! 😡 She would even write down how long I was in the bathroom!! 🫨 Talk about micro managing on a higher level smh.

[@missnlahi]

This!

[@GabbyEsq]

I just had to stop the video. I’m a black lawyer. I made all the wrong moves. I shared too much, I talked about my health, etc. I tried to be nice as not to be seen as angry. I was the lonely only. It backfired. Now at 59, I am severely underpaid and not respected. It took me decades to figure this out. Don’t tell them anything. If they bring up a PIP, they’ve already made up their mind. It’s just paper trails to cover the termination. It’s a shame this happens and people in corporate support the behavior. It’s all a part of systemic…. Oppression.

[@TheMightyWalk]

cry us a river

[@abiola33]

Sorry that happen to you OP.

[@leonfrancis3418]

Yep. You're acceptable when you're defeating yourself to make them happy, and once you've defeated yourself, they can do whatever and offer whatever. Strength was always the answer. Just look how they respond in fright to it.

[@FlexSZN23]

@@TheMightyWalkgrow up

[@bob21495]

👍🏾

[@nubianpwr]

Corporate America has a way that it wishes to see Black men... and a power position isn't it. They want us entertaining and likeable - like sitcom characters. Do you - and you will live longer and be happier in the end😎

[@Christopher-tr1xu]

Nailed it. We're born entertainers in their minds.

[@mateaukalua4426]

​@@Christopher-tr1xuRight 🤦🏿😡

[@Immeallday]

Yeap

[@vermithrax7796]

"Sitcom character." Yes, yes, yes!

[@HamzaDavis]

If you haven't seen it yet, please look up the Beyonce is Black? skit from Saturday Night Live. 🎯

[@engrmom98]

I just experienced going through a PIP. Even the HR personnel knew my managers were making me jump through unnecessary hoops. By the second meeting, i knew everything i did was under a microscope, I resigned. I already had another job lined up. My advice is to 'go where you are celebrated not tolerated.'

[@stevewilson6211]

Brah you need a passport to go where you are appreciated You won't find it in declining America

[@Kuhmodo]

A PIP 9/10 is just a formal way to fire someone. Most of the time they make them unrealistic on purpose so they can get you out the door.

[@_MarisJ]

I had a supervisor years ago tell me that I had a resting b**** face and looked bored in meetings. Like am I supposed to smile in a meeting the whole time? Ppl are weirddd

[@TheeRebel]

Can you even legally say that? Tf?

[@simba8665]

That’s crazy.

[@naijalovin]

@@TheeRebelI’ve had a colleague tell me this a few weeks ago right in front of a manager. Mind you she has one too. I say that to say People say anything.

[@_MarisJ]

@@naijalovin aww sorry this happened to you

[@_MarisJ]

@@simba8665 yup! I quit a few weeks later 😆

[@Shopdgap919]

It’s tough! If we’re not outspoken we’re lazy or incompetent or don’t care. If we’re too outspoken we’re the combative, disagreeable “angry black man”. As long as the job gets done let’s not focus on “personal style” as your manager put it. She just couldn’t take the real Corey. Kudos for knowing your worth and for leaving those toxic environments!

[@RaquelJoYT]

🎯

[@Christopher-tr1xu]

💯💯

[@antoniotyy]

Thank you

[@raquelmoore3761]

Right. As a black woman in Corporate, I find that you cannot be the introverted "black girl". I feel like they need you to be the jester or animated persona they see on TV in order to entertain them. I come in, say good morning, give them the same half smiles they do me and let my work speak for itself. I do not indulge in gossip and activities that are after hours. When I leave, it's good day. I work remote but only go into the office on Tuesdays which is a saving grace. I can't deal with these ppl too much. Especially a white woman. 😒

[@tellytellz5080]

This!!! I am the outspoken one trying to make sure I handle whatever I need to in order to get the job done, and somehow I'm aggressive even though I'm respectful and professional with every interaction that I have. I be so lost, like what are yall talking about!!?

[@THESUPREMEDJ]

They gave you a “be more office social” plan… that’s crazy.

[@mateaukalua4426]

Bro 😮

[@sthomas730]

Smh crazy

[@creneemugo94]

They are energy vampires. Can't thrive without stealing the energy off of others.

[@MO-hn1rz]

I’ve learned early on not to tell anybody my business about my work outside of my 9-5 unless we are cool. I’m def not telling a manager. Sometimes managers are some of the biggest haters on the team.

[@targetegrat]

My brother said always assume that your coworkers will take the information you give them and pass it on to your manager. My coworkers can't stand me because I'm vague about life outside of work.

[@liaplarr1643]

​@targetegrat Yes, anything they tell the "cool" work friend can be repeated. So, I would ONLY share things that I don't mind my manager and /or other co workers knowing, if my "cool" work friend should happen to tell the Mgr or another co worker........No loss. You can talk if you want just, keep it general if not work related. U can clock out and let your hair all the way down! I stayed in CA too long, should have gotten out sooner. It felt so wrong. It wasn't the place for me to thrive. Some Black people like and thrive. So many complain too, so many!!! Oops I have written you a book.

[@mateaukalua4426]

I agree our RSOO is a hater. And coworkers are snitches. They are always saying something to someone. I hate the culture it's a POS.

[@janellesamuels3385]

I wouldn’t say not to share your personal life because it adds context to your behaviors which may be a source of irritation to you boss if unexplained. Just don’t tell more than is necessary , or details that may make them jealous.

[@Aishaelisa11]

As a woman I have experienced this and currently experiencing. I'm tired of corporate work!! It's not for me anymore...blessings💕

[@dionbrooks4981]

It's Time to live your entrepreneurship journey...time to get out of there

[@creneemugo94]

Yup time to start a side hussle until you don't need that check anymore.

[@virtualcreationcorp.6179]

Rule #1 and Rule#10 Never talk to anybody at work about your goals outside of work. They are not your friend. Period.

[@odiadavid6957]

I can totally relate to your stories, and I will emphasize that it’s mainly due to your skin color. In my situation I was a Senior Engineer with a a heavy African accent leading a team of white engineers. A lot drama I tell you 😂😂

[@Mr.x.187]

Proud of you haha

[@oneldelorbe1413]

I have a friend that works in corporate America and says it is like Game of Thrones

[@rashad0802]

Your experience sounds exactly like my experiences as a black man in Corporate America! It has been the most toxic and defeating experience ever! I am happy to know that I am not crazy and a failure that I am not alone in this!

[@mateaukalua4426]

Dam I am going through a similar shyt. 😂😂

[@Mayonaise55]

Needed this. Thought I was the crazy one for a second.😊

[@gagoomt4076]

BP have forgotten who they are dealing with. These people used to go to war with the rest of the world…..now that they can’t the way they used to, that spirit of fierce competition and the “art of war” have been replaced with tactics in corporate America. Aggression, passive aggression, mind games, psychopathy etc something we can’t understand.

[@timestampingarmy]

Looking for this comment.."If you do not understand white supremacy, which is racism, what it is and how it works, everything you do understand will only confuse you" Mr. Neely Fuller Jr.

[@brucehicks5817]

That PIP was so focused on things that are barely, if at all measurable. That leader's lack of experience shows.

[@NNavyBBlue]

OMG, yes! Super subjective! No metrics in that plan at all! How did her manager approve that nonsense? They probably didn't even ask to see it. This is why I love my union job bc this 'ish would never fly. Thank you for being resilient. What can be done to help other males navigate this corporate space? There just aren't enough of you guys there 😢

[@macsc5497]

That’s why if you think the PIP is uncalled for document everything and engage with an employment lawyer ASAP. The goal is for you to fail the PIP so they can let you go without severance. If you engage with an employment lawyer during that process (and you want to leave the company) you can at least do it with 4-8 weeks of severance pay.

[@ddames]

Bruh, I'm literally going through the SAME thing at my current job. Supervisor found my channel and since then has been making the exact same comments. Questioning if I want to be there and the whole nine. Corporate and its politics... yeah. Great video though my guy 🙏🏽

[@CoreyMJones3]

Damn man, sorry you’re going through that smh. It’s mad politics in corporate and if you’re different and don’t get down with the politics it becomes a problem

[@ThatsCT]

Just subscribed to you bro, hope God protects you at your job bro💯

[@mrundisputed010]

Sup DDames

[@M.A.D.C.J]

Bruh, I love your videos, its so trash how they wont even budge with "other" folks, I had that happen twice at two previous jobs, saying I was making content on the clock. People are so stupid.

[@championkg]

dames is one of my favorite KZbinrs. I haven't watched your videos in a while, I've been busy trying to self-teach myself cybersecurity. It's always good to wind down the afternoon watching your content with a couple of snacks. LOL

[@Glamchic01]

The worst part about it, its when its another black manager doing it to their report, sad. Glad you overcame!

[@user-cx9vo9rn2x]

Yes! As a black woman, I have had to deal with other black women as my superiors…sometimes 2nd and 3rd levels up and there was definitely some insecurity and sabotaging going on. Not just with me. That really hurt me as I had to learn that all skin folk is not kinfolk and often, they are puppets that perpetuate the same behaviors as the other non-black managers. I’ve had more luck with non-black male managers, sadly. There needs to be discussions on this topic.

[@macsc5497]

Yeah I had one black manager and they always tried to assert their dominance over me... mainly due to jealousy/envy imo. Also, one white women was like that but I chalk that up to her just being a weirdo Outside of that, my mixed manager, white managers and asian manager have all been super chill and easy to report to.

[@NBaa2123]

@@macsc5497amen!!!!

[@TheFilmLocker]

I'm a black woman in corporate in Spain! And all of this rings true for me too! 😩 Some hard lessons I've needed to learn over this past year. Corporate life is like being the jungle. Survival of the fittest for real🥴🫠💆🏾‍♀️

[@LoverofLife863]

Black women also experience this in the workplace. However, I feel there is a concerted ( by some not all) effort to sabotage the educated black man. Particularly, if he is knowledgeable, confident and likable. Keep excelling, Corey. Success looks good on you. 💪🏾✨✨✨✨

[@RaquelJoYT]

I definitely agree!

[@keymusabe7207]

That is because the patriarchy was designed to help or assist certain ⚪️people Hence any man who is any man let alone closer to that darker melanin is at stake for removal if stepping out of “their perceived” pocket

[@KareemDaKing]

It’s mind control, I don’t even think most people know that they are doing it, they are acting out of fear and anxiety. The stigmas are strong

[@user-qh5br9jl9g]

​@@KareemDaKingno excuses!

[@TheCastedone]

I feel the same way. Its so frustrating. I didnt ask for these struggles. Leave me alone​@kareemdaking5145

[@DR-cu2fl]

I'm a Black man currently working at a Biglaw firm. I'm literally in the same situation; I'm in the process of trying to find another law firm because my team is unwilling to accept me. I'm just a worker.

[@karinazrzu]

It is very exhausting being Black and dealing with Macroaggressions.

[@mellony5401]

Don't give up. Do you know how much people would want to be in your position working for a biglaw firm. Don't be intimated to leave a good job because of people.

[@nathanielrichardson9817]

GET YOUR OWN ASAP, WM AND BW ARE YOUR ENEMY AND OUT TO DESTROY YOU✔️

[@creneemugo94]

One way to cope is have something going on on the side... It will keep you distracted from being bothered by them.

[@tabrishalove4779]

Whew lord. I am a nurse so corporate is unfamiliar to me… this is INSANE. The micromanaging and the emails 😳

[@rodofgodpodcast]

It’s crazy how so many of us have been through similar BS like this.

[@cassietheone]

It's funny how universal your experience is. Being black in corporate Canada I've had the same feedback that's not related to actual performance.

[@jimone732]

I personally believe canada is even worse than the states in that field..have you heard of the lawsuit from 1000 of black people that worked for the government all their life and never got promoted ..white people alway passed them over regardless of how well they did at their work..they all went through a lifetime of the bad stuff this guy was talking about and all end up with mental problem depress anxiety etc..check up the canadian black lawsuit againt the government

[@a.dlamini]

same in corporate South Africa

[@naijalovin]

Same and I’m from the UK

[@mariodevon_]

Let me tell you someting......the PIP is something I went through as a CPA as the highest performing accountant on the team and top recruit. When you get zero feedback or little feedback, you do exactly what you did.....do your job at the highest level and go higher and higher and higher until your voice is heard. AND KEEP RECEIPTS! Man!

[@DopeLibrarian]

I moved to corporate America from libraries 5 years ago. It was a CULTURE SHOCK! I stayed to myself and found my people. I’m now on a team with an amazing VP. And my teammates are the absolute best. Truly empathic. Truly self-aware. I’m happy and feeling a little more comfortable with being myself.

[@jackjackson4412]

Thanks for your perspective. Im at the end of my career in corporate America in the banking and health industries. My experience left me believing that Black Males have this unique challenge, particularly when dealing with female managers ( this shocked me). After over forty years working in corporate ( in the south), it seems as though there are extreme preconceived notions about us, and when you dont meet those negative notions, your character is attacked. It is really exhausting and it left me tired. Now, im preparing to retire and really decompress. Thanks again.

[@iBOXRIVER]

I agree.

[@mikejames884]

Facts, same here. For anyone young I would advise them to try to go into business for yourself. Corporate is not meant for smart, self respecting black men. They want ninjas.

[@macsc5497]

@@mikejames884 disagree. I’ve had a very successful corporate career as an engineer and I currently make over 300K/year working in tech with less than 10 YoE… personally it’s most important that you and your managers personality mesh well together.. I’ve had issues with managers in the past and I always left shortly after realizing they sucked

[@KB_theauthentic]

Yes Jack, very much so.

[@octaviakf]

If you think white men aren’t the same then you’re tripping

[@turnne]

Its tough in corporate America for anyone that is not in the majority...I been grinding in it for 30 years. The crazy " good old boy" culture even among companies that have these diversity and inclusion programs is ever present.

[@Kuhmodo]

It's a thin line between trying to fit in and make bonds and shucking and jiving. A very thin line! A lot of the coworkers respect you for keeping it real though. But upper management is the challenge.

[@turnne]

@@Kuhmodo I agree with you...But at the end of the day you have to understand you are in the minority. Furthermore...corporate America is really about the only way...excluding entrepreneurship ...to make a good income

[@rgee9790]

Whewww.... I'm only 8 minutes into the video and had to pause it because I'm triggered (I do plan to eventually finish watching). I'm a Black woman, been in the game for decades. Started in corporate. For the last 6 years, I've been running my own business and for as hard as entrepreneurship is (certainly has its own set of issues), I try really hard to keep from going back into corporate toxicity. Kudos to you Corey for hanging in there and sharing your story!

[@Web-Diane]

Yea, that we don’t know if you want to be here….i knew they were laying the groundwork to not renew the contract with that. This same exact thing happened to me when I relocated for a role. It hurt me to my core because my ish was together and top notch. These places dgaf no matter how hard you work or how good your metrics are. Edited to say: I salute you sis for making the switch to entrepreneurship . That’s something I’m trying to line up now.

[@sparklesp9304]

​@@Web-DianeThey'll care if we start organizing and boycotting their businesses.

[@jimone732]

​@@sparklesp9304 We need to organize and create our own..

[@dionbrooks4981]

Got out of Corporate in 2003 to start my entrepreneurship journey, made a lot of mistakes a long the way...Had a lot of success doing that time...went back to corporate America in 2016 to 2017....left again to start back my business...back doing well again on my own ....I always used corporate for a pay check not for a career....

[@xavion2678]

They ask you why you're smiling, and they ask if everything is ok when you're just minding your business at your desk, doing your work.

[@Childfree_Jerra]

Thank you for this video & your transparency. I worked in tech too (tech sales) & THOUGHT I was working on a pretty cool team. So, during a team meeting (when management asks, “How was your weekend?”🙄), I revealed this KZbin channel reached 1K subscribers. Long story short…I was demoted & placed on another team FOR NO REASON, other than jealousy. I quit & found something else that doesn’t cause mental health issues, & in turn, has given me tons of creativity & ideas to grow my brand. So, I’m thankful 🙌🏾😊

[@CoreyMJones3]

Wow! That’s a shame. Sorry you went through that. Thanks for sharing

[@Childfree_Jerra]

@@CoreyMJones3 Thank you, but I’m grateful I got to see that clown’s 🤡 true colors, which ultimately led me to where I am now.🙌🏾

[@krAZyKreativeMERA]

Smh...can't be doing better than them in their caste system! It's insecurity and that LBJ quote. "If you can convince the lowest white man that he's better than the best colored man, he won't notice that you're picking his pocket. Hell, give him someone to look down on, and he'll empty his pockets for you." Glad it all worked out for you in the end, that's all that matters! 😊

[@rayb9849]

As a black male in government, I have experienced this also. I suspect that you are nicer about it than I am. I have over 24 yrs and was supposed to retire last year, but continued to work. I can walkout when I want, but do not like the effort to drive me out.🤨

[@diamondsanglitz1]

I just find it interesting that no matter the role “we” all have similar stories at some point in our careers…ish is exhausting man! We have to keep going anyway

[@summerwhixh]

Separating your professional and personal life is so important. You can be friendly to your coworkers but if you befriend them, be mindful of how that may change your professional dynamics. People will start treating you different because you're their friend they work with vs their coworker

[@Kuhmodo]

If you're lucky, you can get a tiny little clique put together of people you can rely on. It's a group of like 4-5 of us that met at a previous company and we all kind of roll together to different companies. But yeah.... I'm two different people depending on who I'm talking to at my job lol

[@foodiusmaximus]

Goddamn. Microagressions aside, this all just makes me sick to realize corporate work has little to do with actually working. From interviewing to day-to-day functions to climbing the ladder, everything comes down to a vibe. I’m surprised airplanes aren’t just falling out of the sky everyday. One thing that’s always been tough as a black man in corporate is finding other black men that I could relate to. At my last position, black men were either at the bottom of the hierarchy as janitors or at the top as partners. I can handle the pressure, but I still have a hard time grappling with the idea that corporate work has largely been exclusionary and that I’m the exception.

[@prettybrwneyez7757]

Because it’s performing. That’s it.

[@foodiusmaximus]

@@prettybrwneyez7757 I’m realizing way too late in life that I’m too idealistic and that a very small part of the working world is about innovating, improving lives or making meaningful change.

[@panthergod]

No. You're just sane. That's all.

[@eugenes496]

As a man working in a female dominated environment where they manage you can be problematic. I spent a career in a male dominated environment and my experience was pretty smooth. As a black man dealing with females brings another level of complexity to the situation. Picking relational careers heavily occupied by women can be challenging

[@GHO5tMod3]

As a woman , women majority of the times regardless are race are hard to work with when they have management or supervisor roles. Speaking from personal experience unfortunately

[@janellesamuels3385]

Totally agree. Women bosses are more complex and manage based on feelings vs. end product which leaves you on edge. I prefer a male boss.

[@shayemoore]

Men are the same. They can be hard to work with.

[@imadivergentandantinormiep7877]

Mainly if you're a handsome, good looking and educated BM

[@milesdavis8250]

Bro, you don't know how much I needed this video. I just randomly stumbled on it. You clearly stated every experience & emotion I've been feeling as a Data Engineer in my department. I've had the exact same experience and it's soo frustrating but I'm still pushing through. Our experience needs to be studied and brought to light. I appreciate you for sharing your story with us 👏🏾💪🏾

[@TReneeJ]

I’m three minutes in and already I am loving the video. I love how you are not doing the typical “sit down” video. You are filming from different angles, moving around and throwing interesting b-roll in the mix. You are an excellent content creator and your content inspires me so much. I pray that your platform continues to grow and grow beyond your wildest dreams. 🙏🏾🙌🏾🔥

[@madehoney5052]

Same experience as an introvert non ghetto black woman… I look good & I’m here to do my job! My lunch is for quiet time and talking with my boo, the weekends are to forget about anything work related (I’m not coming) … my work is exceptional pay me & deal with it

[@bosslevelcarter]

I think a huge part of this problem, in addition to the bias, is this insistence that your co workers are family and they're not. We are there to work with each other and that is it. There should be no expectation that we're going to hang out together or be friends, which is inauthentic anyway because a friend is someone you choose, not someone you're forced to be around because you both work at the same place. All this talk of us being family is making people think we're supposed to be super close and it's really just insincere to think this way.

[@Jay.Rivera]

This is SO relatable! My last role was at Dow Jones for the Wall Street Journal. My initial leadership was phenomenal but it later went all the way to hell after my original CMO, VP, AD, immediate global manager resigned -- I had no more advocacy or trust. Of course I was the only Black and gay man... chileee. I have never smoked more in my life. So many shared how they were on antidepressants. It is REAL! Thank you for this video!

[@foodiusmaximus]

😬 finance + journalism = extreme white habitus I’m sorry you went through that

[@Marleydavis8]

This is interesting because some gay black men say cooperate jobs don’t discriminate against black gay men

[@mizzmolly7649]

Chile...as a blk woman, I am soooo connecting with your comment. I'm a Washington journalist, and clearly remember all the toxic people in management I had to deal with when I first arrived. Just about every move I made was criticized, and I knew it was because I was stereotyped as the "angry blk woman." I'm written up because I ask why a computer system has crashed again, but nothing is said about the whte guy who just cursed out loud and threw a chair across the room because he's stressed out. Thank goodness I have outlasted all of those toxic people.

[@DrUmarJohnson1]

@@mizzmolly7649 What I've noticed is Black men are faaaaar more comfortable being the only Black face in a White space, whereas Black women are a bit more cautious and reluctant initially. Your take.....

[@iBOXRIVER]

Sorry to hear this 😢

[@ppbcup]

I’m a recruiter (black woman)and have been in the same company for 18 years. Worked under several leaders and thrived and even filled in as interim manager while we looked for a new Director. New director comes in last year (white woman) and opens a manager role and says no one on the team is qualified for it 😮 and hires her friend. Now instead of thriving, I’m told I need to speak up more and that I don’t seem engaged. Seems like a common story.

[@mctreasure]

the good old "speak up more", "visibility" excuse to keep you in place and your career stagnant.

[@mateaukalua4426]

You deserve better. Maybe make a business doing consulting?

[@PhysiqueFuel]

@@mctreasurethat’s what happened to me and now I got laid off…they’re a bunch of clowns 🤡

[@mctreasure]

@@PhysiqueFuel keep your head up, don't let them drain you of your joy

[@cheddarboyzz313]

It would have been best to observe because you didn’t provide any empathy or advice from what you have seen in your one job for 20 years whilst MANY brothas are switching jobs FAR more frequently due to everything he explains…from depression to worse. The system has been fearful of a lawsuit from a woman in particular black women since the 90s I saw with my mom…beside the system knows how to destroy the family, devalue the man with work instability or no work please be more aware.

[@abisolaabisola7357]

She probably was hating because you didn’t find her attractive.

[@honeys.9579]

Equals insanity lol How is that any type of issue at an in person job site. Just a maintenance plan should be in place.

[@TheeRebel]

She needs to lose her job then 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@loveyesmarriageno123]

abisolaabisola - Yes, I have had women in workplaces turn on me because I didn't approach them although they were not my managers.

[@Immeallday]

The first sign of it. I report sexual harassment.

[@AngieConfidential]

6:26 OMG, they ALL say this. They can't prove anything that you've done wrong, so they fall back on this stupid lie. They tried that on me at a different accounting firm, but I was outperforming everybody and so many partners relied on me for their hardest clients. Those liars couldn't get their little agenda to work.

[@ichariblakeney6946]

These conversations are so important! If you don’t have a sense of self and a community to unpack these experiences with you can easily get lost in it and loose your identity. I’ve definitely had to look at an email a time or two and ask myself if I was tripping with what I was reading! Community is so important!

[@gkb757]

I hate the"tell me about a time" recruiters. And the running down resume interviews down to 2000.

[@bcusaaus4749]

I hate those type of behaviour questions as well🤮, I literally can’t stomach them. When they ask that, I know I will bomb the interview. I interviewed with Jnj and was 100% qualified for the role/ they found me and asked me to apply but I bomb interview . Hiring Manager said “ your the person but HR didn’t like the answers so they gave role to someone that gave nice answers and knew Nothing !!about the job

[@JM-ps6le]

Why can’t you come up scenarios to answer those questions about you having a problem and solving them? My interviews are like conversations. Yall need to practice

[@KayDejaVu]

Yup. I emailed a company once and told them about their irrelevant questions and how ridiculous their interview was! It was such a pain. They asked me about a secretary job from 15 years ago. I let them know the job was not very significant for me to be able to answer their specific question.

[@HenryAveretteIII]

Listen, I’ve been in corporate roles for almost 20 years and have experienced all of the things you’re describing.

[@jalenadams9667]

Corey i felt you 100% the way during this video. I started my first job out of college and grad school at a transportation rental company *cough cough* Penske, and I went through so many hoops and hurdles with some staff members when I knew I did my job and was actually creating relationships with our customers. My downfall was having reactions to some of the disrespect and hidden animosity and I was put on a performance plan and let go a week later but I was over it it was affecting my mental.

[@jayj4439]

I feel like some, not all, of them folks sometimes create animosity just for the hell of it especially when you’re good at your job and don’t go out the way to make friends or talk about a lot of your personal affairs. It’s pathetic in my opinion.

[@Enight233]

Yes as an black male in the Healthcare industry I can totally agree. 🙌

[@ABSoBougie1906]

Great video. Thanks for making this because no lies were told. I’m trying to find my way out of CA asap. So much racism, discrimination and passive aggressive ppl.

[@MrReedGrantberry]

Great breakdown. Those lazy & predictable microagressions in corporate are something but they have to work overtime to catch a real one slipping. You represent us SC guys well.

[@PrinceInawRakah]

Based on my experience in corporate, I’ll explain why this statement is coming from a place of naivety. Hear me out because I’m not going to sugar-code anything: As a BM you will most likely have to become docile to fit into the corporate world, ain’t no “real ones”.. you have to take your time and thoroughly select your words in that office.. speaking your mind/keeping it real is not an option in most cases… The BM’s aggression is unwanted.. his correction is uninvited.. his overt desire to be in a position of authority is repulsive to them.. every time without fail, when the BM places his foot down, the atmosphere is polluted with tension.. It’s much easier for them to embrace the BW, because she will bust her butt for them.. she will be totally respectful and pleasant.. but more importantly, she will neglect family.. she will turn her nose up at her black male counterparts.. and marry the corporation.. In corporate settings I’ve seen white males stick up for the black women over the white woman.… treating her like a long time friend… I’ve even been made aware of secret romantic relationships between black women and white males in these settings… from them ppls vantage point, it is the perfect collaboration (BW & wm).. Of course it would be ideal to for us as BM to work together and build our own stuff.. but most of us are overwhelmed by the thought of unification.. we’re oblivious to the game that’s being played.. living by the standard of another group of men.. with only enough bandwidth to earn a decent living for our wives and kids.. and some of us have the nerve to consider ourselves “real ones”..

[@marcellc6833]

​@PrinceInawRakah man! Surgical Can't even add nothing to it lol Would you be open to discussing this topic for a book? If so please lmk where I can email you 🤟

[@nappylin1393]

@@PrinceInawRakah Damn brother you cooked here for real

[@MrReedGrantberry]

​@@PrinceInawRakahSo what? Now what? "Based on your experience" is the key qualifier. I've been in Corporate America since I was nineteen & I'm now in my late thirties. I've successfully navigated the arena in four different countries over the years. I've attained engineering & soft skills that pay me well. I'm trading my talent for resources & minding my business. The key to this success is being proactive since childhood & not creating imaginary doors by standing on biblical principles. Gratitude, good character & commitment to lifelong learning makes us unstoppable. Who's gonna stop you but you?

[@blackbutterfye]

@@PrinceInawRakah this is the craziest generalization of black women I’ve ever heard. White people will always look out for their own..

[@AllThingsTee84]

Mental health is key! Choosing yourself is Key! Especially over a job! Good for you, that's amazing

[@90snebula]

Being black in corporate America is hell. They’re so weird but I know how to maneuver now

[@dorcas8089]

Whew everything you have said I have experienced as a black woman in both corporate, nonprofit & political work environments. So much of the working world is unfortunately office politics & knowing how other human beings move & human psychology. You would think it would only be skill & what the job needs unfortunately no.

[@TheCloveart]

16:30 Upper management and HR usually will not help you unless it's a clear violation or there is an illegal activity. If your manager has a problem with you they will not help. Their priority is the well-being of the company and not you. Especially if you are black.

[@blleach11]

I archive everything. All conversations, documents, messages, and emails to help protect myself from the BS. The corporate structure is not designed for specifically blk males to advance. Blk women too, but blk males get it the worst out of anyone unfortunately.

[@mellony5401]

That is not true. Just by being a man you have more of an advantage in the workforce. Look up the statistics black men make more money than black women working the same jobs in corporate. There are more Black male engineers and doctors than black women. What is holding many black men back. Is not having a father to teach them how to navigate manhood. To tell them to go after corporate jobs.Instead of sports and being a rapper. My dad is a plumber/construction worker. He has a Jewish boss that said he wants to hire more black men. But they don't want to work. Everyone wants to see black men advance. It's much harder for black women to be respected.

[@DonCE0]

black males really do get it worse. it's hard to even go home and still show up as a leader for the black woman. all the d&I groups in corporate are filled with black women, I always wonder to myself where are the men at.. (probably didn't make it past interview or if he did probably busy trying to build a foundation and keep his head above water, no mental capacity to socialise, be a beacon for culture in the firm or even take lunch lol)

[@KJ-he6hf]

Corporate America is trash. That recruiting coordinator ain't nothing but a secretary. They be tryna hype these positions up like people are stupid. I quit my last corporate job. I'm laid bk and reserved plus I look good ASF not to toot my own horn. I was asummed to be stuck up and intimidating. I just kept things professional and didn't want to get personal. Anyone considering taking a corporate position make sure you stay on your toes. Trust no one and if you feel you're becoming a target try to transfer to another department or quit dont let them term you because it's going to be on some b.s. and HR is not your friend. They will help your manager get you out.😂😂😂

[@creneemugo94]

If you're perfect and do you're job well they can't fire you and what they'll do is lay you off with a severance since they can't find anything to fire you for. Stay til you get that money and enjoy the money while looking for another job. They never like me because I'm quiet as well and a good worker and all they can do is pay you to leave if you do it right.

[@KJ-he6hf]

@@creneemugo94 I've followed the book to the letter and it's still bs. I'm not going to give people false hope. Like I said stay on your toes with corporate. The politics played or ridiculous. These are people livelihoods not a game.

[@destinityjae07]

Wow. You & I have VERY similar experiences in corporate America. So sorry you had to experience this. There needs to be better systems in place for employees who experience discrimination & mistreatment.

[@bunikor9969]

When they try to tag team to get you out fam. lol yo we all have to learn that we can’t share out personal lives and aspirations with those we work with especially if they ain’t doing ish. Cause they will get jealous

[@johnnyjonjonpenn9580]

As a black man who worked for Accenture, I get all this!!! I've been there.

[@michaelmcdougall7367]

Once you're placed on a PIP. Look for a new job. 😂

[@sthomas730]

😂

[@LVU385]

5:20 There’s no better feeling than when you find your people at work!

[@EliteBlackSash]

Not just corporate. MEDICAL. Been through all of these things in Medical / Research. PIP was the moment I quit immediately. I was the top person - factually, not my opinion. They recapped daily and weekly reports at meetings every morning and every Monday. And then quarterly reports. My quality rating was unmatched. That fake excited, volume based approached you mentioned doesn’t work. I built relationships with my people. And that was on a team that was the best performing hospital in the state. The funny part is that once people saw me leave, 2 or 3 people immediately said if he’s out, I’m out. 😂 also said and done they lost 24 out of 26 people from that team.

[@lynwill9946]

Excellent content. Your former Deloitte manager was intentional in trying to create doubt and division between you and your colleague. 👀 The Accenture manager was insecure and inexperienced. Her objective was to blackball you☹️ Damn shame.

[@brittneenichole27]

While you were talking about the experiences you had at your previous jobs it really pissed me off! It’s so many unhappy people that refuse to see others happy and just be themselves. It’s so sad. Glad you made it on the other side of that! Just sent my Husband this video to watch!

[@laxus5]

For us introverts they should let the work speak for itself Just because a person isn't engaged (gossiping, small talking, after work meetups, minding their business, unbothered, polite and all that) it doesn't mean they don't want to be there maybe they are just not into that or don't want to mix personal life with work which is torally fine

[@PavethaWay]

1. If you have a woman in any level of management as a male find a transfer or exit strategy 2. NEVER let the left hand know what the right hand is doing 3.NEVER volunteers outside of work task (getting food or getting hour boss coffee)

[@brandyandcream2]

This is so reaffirming of my experience on the corporate plantation as a black woman. Thank you for sharing.

[@kikin1528]

This happens all the time even for black women, with also things still being a male dominated workforces and also it suck’s as we can’t be ourselves if we’re not out going and loud it’s difficult for us. We always have to prove ourselves, while other they don’t blink an eye

[@mikeseal3053]

Same here, especially as an African (male) being in a management role. Those people are NEVER happy. I don't NEVER tell anybody about my personal life. My director once asked me about my age. I cut it off from his mouth and since nobody asks me a damn thing.

[@jtrippjr]

This is definitely on point. And once you get into leadership as a Black man, they turn up the heat on you

[@ThatsCT]

I’m a therapist and just started working for this company where I’m the only male black therapist in my region. And I’m already having to put my foot down because someone is trying down playme and mess with my money. Just hoping it doesn’t come back on me. I’m glad you still rising bro🤞🏿

[@CoreyMJones3]

Sorry to hear that, keep going my friend ✊🏾

[@TheeRebel]

I’m in Philly and can’t find a heterosexual black male therapist for ish… 🤦🏾‍♂️ how do you even properly search for a therapist these days I gave up… the system wants us to fail. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@ThatsCT]

@@TheeRebel it’s hard to find because it isn’t a lot of us. And then if there is some, from my experience, they do a very good job of trying to make us quit or get let go. Especially if it’s for kids

[@kenneyp.9456]

Have noticed this also if the therapist is a black male 9/10 he’s gay and I’m not speaking to no woman about my problems they wouldn’t be able to relate

[@gmssamakyaahlahhopeful144]

@@kenneyp.9456I made a mistake talking to a black female assistant to a psychiatrist. She left the room to get the doctor and in the middle of it, told everyone at the front desk of my problems….never again.

[@Jack_Omush]

This is very insightful and I’m grateful I came across it! Thanks for sharing. The little/small talks about things I have no interest in or don’t relate to while at work is what makes me feel out of place! I’m learning to be okay with not having anything in common with some people because we grew up differently. I’m grateful that I’m not the only one who feels this way at work. Thank God for you sharing. Blessings brother!

[@cheddarboyzz313]

Broooooo!!! 😢 I got emo just listening to this…from the 6 month contract to the pre-PIP to the PIP….100% can relate.

[@uripierre-noel6852]

Thank you for making this content I have never seen anything like. As a black man in Tech ( Construction Tech), I've had similar experiences. Usually, I get he's too blunt/brutally honest feedback. I'm learning to navigate that better, and it's interesting to hear how it's the same story. You have to work even harder to outwork the bias and or criticism of how you do your job.

[@HeyyyHR]

You know you’re hitting on my topics!!! I’m definitely sharing this video with my folks 💜💜💜 This video is giving me PTSD!!!!!!!!!

[@CoreyMJones3]

Tapping into your world!

[@jonbcurious]

What's crazy is this experience happens far too often. Appreciate you speaking out about your experiences in corporate. I work with majority women on my team and have had great teams in the past. But when it came to "low performance" and narratives your story sounds EXACTLY like mine. The PIP and everything, after I was so stressed that I took FMLA. Came back and was met with my Supervisor and Manager both moving me to another team, yet they still have say in what my role is. Crazy!

[@Gman2002]

Thanks for sharing your story Corey! It was very enlightening and encouraging. I posted the below in another channel and thought it would be useful to share here on my survival guide being the only Black guy in tech. My survival rules as a BM in a corporate environment are: Don’t ever make a mistake and do what you say you’re going to do before it’s due. Not all BP you see around you may not be for you. It’s best to stay to yourself. You can acknowledge if they do, but keep it moving If you’re not clear on a direct order, ask. Never assume. If you screw up it’s like treason for a bm or bw. Don’t go to HR for anything or to report an issue. Find another job. Don’t tell folks all your business especially what you’re buying (like a house, car). Keep them in abit of suspense and mystery. You don’t want them to be able to categorize you. Be like a rubics cube. Spilling all your business to them is like giving them your W2 to them. If a manager needs to reduce headcount it puts an even bigger target on you even if you are a top performer. Only talk to woman at work only if its needed about work-related stuff. Don’t ever drive outside those boundaries. And talk them in an open visible environment with other people around, never in a secluded place. Save all emails and chat conversations and know how to quickly recall them. Don’t compare yourself with other cultures when it comes to title, promotions and pay. And don’t compete with them. You are in a different world. The only thing you have as a BM or BW in a “other culture corporate environment “ is trust with them. If you lose that your done. If you screw up majorly on a project or task it’s best to start looking for another job. If “them other folks” want small talk keep it short and concise. Let them do all the talking. Dont feel guilty joining early on a zoom call and everyone else is muted. You can say Hi and press the mute button again. Dont ever complain in front of other co-workers or talk about other co-workers Be cordial and a team player regardless how you feel about the person your interacting with At “team building outings” don’t drink a lot and don’t act a fool. You are technically still on the clock and people don’t forget. These are some of my survival tips with over 15years in a corporate environment as the “only black guy” in tech.

[@keithwisdom1663]

He has a public youtube channels so his business is open... as well as his additional income source. Hes a public figure. The good thing is he can make this a career if corp doesnt work out😊