Episode 8

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19th Sep 2024

The Toxic Job Market, Becoming An Influencer For Large Retail Brands, Creating On TikTok & LinkedIn

Why is it so hard to get a job that you're qualified for?

Aliyah Jones is a marketing strategist and product designer who's worked with top brands like H&M, KSwiss, and more to drive sales through marketing campaigns and optimized user experiences. In this episode of The Working While Black Show, Aliyah shared the story behind her engaging Unemployment Series, Going from working in retail to working as a product designer and marketing strategist, her top tips for creating content on TikTok and LinkedIn, and the state of the job market.

We learn the truth about what it's like to go months without receiving a job offer for roles you're overqualified for and she gives us an inside look into her world as a content creator.

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CHAPTERS

  • (06:12) Transitioning from Retail to Product Design
  • (12:08) Experiences in Toxic Work Environments
  • (19:07) Being Fired and Maintaining Resilience
  • (26:02) Passion for Product Design and Fashion
  • (29:59) The Importance of Customer Service
  • (33:03) The Tragic Job Market
  • (37:15) The Power of Support Systems and a Positive Attitude
  • (42:45) The Unemployment Series
  • (51:48) Choosing the Right Platforms for Content Creation
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The Working While Black Show
A Career Mixtape for professionals looking to make a change in their career
Imagine never having uncertainty about your career again! That’s the mission of The Working While Black Show, to curate a collection of stories and insight from leaders who have gone from surviving to thriving in the workplace.

Think of this podcast as a career mixtape with a carefully curated collection of episodes designed to guide you on your path to new growth.

The Working While Black show is dedicated to providing resources and information for Black professionals feeling discouraged about their growth. We're speaking to Black leaders who share the lessons they’ve learned navigating professional environments and entrepreneurial pursuits.

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