Is Being Professional Selling Out?

The Seeds You Sow

The concepts of "selling out", code switching, and having to to mask who you are in order to get ahead can be complex for people, especially those who are still attempting to decide what passion and profession to pursue. In this episode, we decided to have a conversation on the challenges faced when pursuing a profession that expects one to alter or mask who they are. Through our conversation we were able to uncover the different layers, biases, and prejudices that are promoted in some work settings. We questioned, how does one navigate the professional landscape? How can one stay true to their authentic self if they are asked to assimilate into a work culture that doesn't quite match with who they are? We also took the time to define what professionalism look likes and how race, culture, and gender play a role within the professional working world.