The Culture of Work
In the wake of the evolving work landscape post-pandemic, the world of employment, particularly for young people and marginalized identities, has undergone a significant transformation. Navigating these changes can be incredibly daunting. That's why AMAKA is seeking writers to pitch stories that illuminate their challenging and demanding workplace experiences, whether past or present and offer valuable insights and advice to those who may encounter similar trials.
Suggested Ideas/Topics:
- Burnout Struggles: Share a story of grappling with burnout, and the reluctance to reveal it to your boss due to concerns about appearing weak or incapable.
- Facing Discrimination: Describe experiences of perceived discrimination at work, such as gender bias, and explain how you navigated these challenges.
- Promotion Disappointment: E.g: Relate a personal journey where you and a friend competed for a promotion, but only one succeeded, and the lessons learned from that experience.
- Comical Stories: In the world of work, humor can often be a coping mechanism. E.g. The Lunchroom Chronicles: Take a comical approach to describing the daily lunchroom escapades, from quirky microwave encounters to food-sharing mishaps. Humorous angles can provide a refreshing and entertaining take on workplace challenges while still offering valuable insights and advice,
Key Details:
Deadline: October 2nd
Fee: $200
We respect your privacy and understand the sensitivity of workplace narratives. Feel free to change names and places in your pitch for anonymity purposes. Rest assured that your pitch will remain confidential within the AMAKA team.