Online Discussion: Chinese diaspora navigating the workplace

Discussion questions:

• Have you experienced stereotyping, unconscious biases, or discrimination in the workplace? How did you handle it?
• Do you feel comfortable sharing your cultural background at work? Why or why not?
• Do you feel seen or represented in leadership or upper management?
• Have you ever struggled with self-promotion or self-advocacy at work?
• Have your parents’ views on work and career shaped your approach to the workplace?
• What kind of community or support would you like to see for Chinese diaspora professionals in your industry or city?

Rules:

• Raise your hand to speak: To ensure everyone has an equal opportunity and time to share, please raise your hand, and I’ll call on those who haven’t spoken much yet. You don’t have to wait for others to finish—feel free to raise your hand at any time, and I’ll take note.
• Stay on topic: Everyone is here for a reason, so let’s be mindful of their time and keep the discussion focused.
• Confidentiality: We often discuss sensitive topics, and to create a space where everyone feels comfortable sharing, let's agree to keep what is said in this meetup private and not share it with others outside the group.
• Please come on time: I explain the rules at the beginning of the meetup.