Last month I went to a comedy club for the first time. It was a blast and I laughed all night long. I’m a big fan of stand-up comedy and had only watched stand-up shows on television, so being able to see a live comedy act was a treat. I was excited but also nervous during my first visit. I’d been warned about some comedy club etiquette before arriving, like how you shouldn’t sit front row at a comedy show to avoid getting clowned by the comedian. Luckily, I wasn’t too close to the stage. The crowd was cool too. And the comedians? Hilarious! I was actually going to back out of going because I’d been given tickets for the show last minute, but I’m glad I didn’t because I would’ve missed a good time. If you’ve never been to a comedy show, I definitely recommend going. It’s a good time. Who couldn’t use a good laugh? The comedy club scene is also a great opportunity to mingle with other singles - if you’re single, of course. My trip to the comedy club has been another wonderful experience this summer that I’m grateful to cross off my bachelorette life list. I hope all you other bachelorettes out there are enjoying your life during your own seasons of singleness. Because if you don’t enjoy your own company, why would anyone else?
As you embark on your career, I want you to know some things and stay woke about what you’ll be up against. Please understand that no matter what, you have value, and you matter. Always remember that. As progressive as this world and different workplaces may seem, every workplace has a culture. You’ll be in different places where a lot of people who don’t look like you will be in the room. But know that you belong in those rooms too. Spend some time observing and studying those spaces and learn as much as you can. There will be people you work with who will make presumptions about your competence, education, and ability to fulfill your job duties. There will be more who will think less of you because of the color of your skin and try to disqualify you the moment you make an error, mistake, or ask questions about things you may not understand. This will all feel uncomfortable and you may get insecure, feel like you’re all by yourself, and think you don’t belong there, but ride it out...