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Ask EDN: July 2019

Ask EDN Question Dear EDN, What top three characteristics/skills/qualities should a leader possess to ensure the consistent productivity and efficiency of their team? Ask EDN Answer Dear Aspiring Leader, Leaders can be members of the management team or individuals who...

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Ask EDN: June 2019

Ask EDN Question: Dear EDN, I have a summer internship this summer at a nonprofit in DC. I’m nervous about it. Can you provide some tips for Do’s and Don’ts? Maybe people who hire interns could offer some advice on how to be a stellar intern. Ideally, I would like to...

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Nipsey – Legacy, Resilience and our Responsibility

Nipsey – Legacy, Resilience and our Responsibility

The Lessons of Nispey Hussle for the Eritrean Diaspora The death of Ermias Asghedom, aka “Nipsey Hussle,” on March 31, 2019 was a painful moment for his fan-base of millions. The tragedy of his untimely death was made worse by the fact that his contributions – both as...

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Ask EDN: May 2019

Ask EDN Question Dear EDN, It’s hard to meet like-minded Eritreans in my city. I’m in my late twenties and just moved, and I want to meet Eritreans since I have a strong community at home. Do you have suggestions on how and where I can meet Eritreans? Response Dear...

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Ask EDN: April 2019

Ask EDN Question Dear EDN, A co-worker referred to a few of us black people (mainly Habeshas) that spend a lot of time together during lunch/breaks as "the blacks" via text and a coworker showed me. This is the same person who has constantly said we segregate...

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Ask EDN: March 2019

Ask EDN Question Hi EDN, I have been working for a while and I'm happy with my job, but I don't know if it's my "passion." I know passion is a super vague term, but I do know so many people who love their jobs and I don't feel that way (it's OK but not amazing). How...

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