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The Only Black Guy In the Office
The Only Black Guy In the Office

Nov 8, 2021

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The Only Black Guy in the Office

My New Direct Reports Are a Trip

A manager is only as good as their team — and mine is a mixed bag

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Update 6/7/22: Level has a new home. You can read this article and other new articles by visiting LEVELMAN.com.

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