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Worried about how coronavirus could impact your work?

We’ve heard from many people who feel unsettled and nervous about the impact of COVID-19 on their workplaces and livelihoods.

Between personal health concerns, worries over family and friends, layoffs and furloughs, and everything else that is happening, the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, is causing uncertainty for many workers. Maybe you’re worried about hours being cut or losing tips as customers slow down, or concerned about whether to go to work or who will care for your kids if school closes, or maybe just unsure because your employer isn’t providing much, if any, direction.

If you’re in need of support, our trained peer counselors are available at Empower Work.

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New to tech? Tips for navigating your new career

You got your first tech job at a hot start up, or scored that internship at a big tech company. Congrats!! You’re probably feeling excited, proud, and maybe a little bit nervous, anxious, or scared. That’s totally normal.

Starting a career in a new industry can be hard, especially the tech industry where the rules seem to be different from other conventional companies and careers. These experiences can be even more isolating if you feel like you don’t look, feel, or think like everyone else.

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