Looking for some perspective. I had an interview yesterday with an HBCU (Historically Black College and University) and I've had reservations since the application stage. I didn't complete the initial application because it required my Social Security and Driver's License numbers, which felt unusual. Despite that, I was still contacted, and the screening call with an outsourced recruiter went well — though the budget was too low. The recruiter is working to increase it, though it would still be on the lower end. During the interview, I learned for the first time that it's a Baptist college — something I couldn't find anywhere in my preparation. I grew up attending a Baptist church and elementary school, and I personally disagree with some of their teachings, so this gave me pause. The interview itself went well. No one was rude or unkind. However, one moment stood out — as I was being walked back to my car, the interviewer mentioned that students "are allowed music on Wednesdays." It didn't register in the moment, but later I realized the implication: that music is otherwise restricted. That subtle detail is sitting with me. Overall, I'm not sure I'd be comfortable in this environment day to day, even though nothing overtly negative happened. Am I reading too much into this because of my own past experiences?

Happy Thursday Live Oakers! It's been a minute and I wanted to send out a note to acknowledge our newest Members over the last month or so. I'd love everyone to get better acquainted and say a big "Welcome to the Watering Hole". As a reminder for anyone who hasn't done so yet, or as a good refresher, watch this short video on how to best navigate the community. https://www.skool.com/living-oak-leadership/learn-to-navigate-the-community?p=85a9b709 Say Hello to: @Courtney Brown @Delisha Murray @Sharon Alexander @Mary Iazzetta @Tina Klein @Thomas Ogar New Members: Please drop a quick post and let us know a bit about you - we are glad you are here! Watch the Calendar for updates on more calls, workshops, Hot Seat Coaching and workshops! P.S. Due to popular demand (AND - full disclosure) more inept technical savviness by yours truly that screwed up the link for today's coaching call, I have added a 3rd "HOT SEAT COACHING" Call for tomorrow (Fri 3/6) at 11am EST. Love to have you join!

Hey Live Oakers, We are adjusting the call offerings for next week.. Stayed tuned and excitedsee you in the rooms!

Hello my Live Oakers, Wanted to share a quick note about this week's community offerings and the fact that I had to cancel most of them. Unfortunately I had an unexpected death very close to me and I only ever want to show up with my full focus and energy for our calls. I tried to keep a couple of the calls listed but realized it wasn't honoring the point of offering a safe and supported space for us so I opted to cancel things for the week. As I wasn't in a position to actually share why, as the week is coming to a close I wanted to let everybody know because that's what we are.... A COMMUNITY. It's been SUCH a heavy week for so many of us (for many weeks).... But all the news and the headlines going on around us I'm sure our affecting everybody as well. So I just wanted to let everybody know, that my hope is that this community is for all of us to come to and bring our full selves and everything that we're dealing with.... I'm sorry that I wasn't available fully this week. But will be back next week in full swing, and I encourage all of us to utilize this community post your thoughts, chats, insights etc. let's connect with each other! Take care of YOU...take care of others and hug those closest to you all! Much love to everyone! THANK YOU for being here!

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