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How to Negotiate Your Severance Like a Pro (Even If You’re Being Pushed Out)
Have you ever been pushed out of a job you gave your all to? Maybe they started taking responsibilities away, excluding you from meetings, or suddenly telling you that your “role is evolving.” You see it coming — but you’re not powerless. This is the moment to stop reacting emotionally and start strategizing financially. If you’re being forced out, your goal is not to “save” your job — it’s to secure the best possible exit with cash and benefits. And yes, you can negotiate

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Oct 195 min read


How to Use FMLA Strategically in a Discriminatory Hostile Workplace
Is your workplace taking a toll on your health? Learn how to use FMLA strategically in a hostile or discriminatory workplace to protect your mental well-being, document retaliation, and plan your exit. Understand your FMLA rights and how to create a strategy that protects both your peace and your paycheck. Get expert guidance and support inside the AntiHR Membership Community, where employees learn to navigate toxic workplaces with confidence.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Oct 55 min read


Should You Stay or Should You Go? How to Decide If It’s Time to Quit
Deciding whether to stay or quit your job isn’t easy—especially for Black women navigating toxic workplaces. Learn the signs it’s time to go, how to protect yourself with the AntiHR Roadmap and Documentation Journal, and why the AntiHR Membership Community is your best support system as you prepare your next move.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Sep 14 min read


What to Do When Workplace Sabotage Comes from Other Black Colleagues – Addressing Internalized Oppression and Workplace Survival Strategies
What do you do when the person sabotaging you at work looks like you? This blog breaks down internalized oppression, why all skinfolk ain’t kinfolk, and how to protect yourself in the workplace—starting from day one.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Aug 225 min read


300,000 Black Women Fired in 2025: This Isn’t Just the Workforce — It’s America Laid Bare
In the first months of 2025, 300,000 Black women were pushed out of the U.S. workforce — the most educated group in America targeted in a calculated wave of layoffs. This isn’t random. It’s deliberate, rooted in bias, DEI dismantling, and economic control. Learn why this is a warning for all workers, and the steps you must take now to protect yourself, your career, and your future.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Aug 114 min read


When HR Isn’t Your Friend: What to Do Instead
If you’re a Black woman in a toxic workplace, this is your reminder: HR is not your friend. Learn how to protect yourself, document the harm, and exit on your terms—with strategy, support, and maybe even a severance.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Aug 94 min read


How to Navigate Gaslighting at Work — Without Losing Your Sanity
Workplace gaslighting is real — and for Black women, it hits differently. From shifting expectations to being labeled “difficult” for speaking up, this blog breaks down what gaslighting looks like, why it’s so harmful, and how to protect your peace, power, and paper without losing your mind.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Jul 304 min read


How to Protect Yourself at Work — When “Anonymous” Feedback Becomes a Weapon
Anonymous feedback can become a weapon against Black employees, especially Black women in leadership. Learn how to protect yourself: demand specifics, document everything, respond strategically, and understand your rights. You don’t have to face these attacks alone — stay empowered and protect your peace.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Jul 184 min read


When Nativism Wears a Dashiki: How Black Nativist Movements Like ADOS and FBA Divide Black Communities — and Harm Black Workers at Work
ADOS and FBA claim to fight for justice, but their nativist gatekeeping divides us and weakens workplace solidarity. Our power lies in unity, not in questioning each other’s lineage. Gatekeeping Blackness isn’t liberation — it’s sabotage. We must choose each other, at work and beyond.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Jul 128 min read


Workplace Retaliation 101: What It Looks Like and How to Protect Yourself
Retaliation at work isn’t always illegal — but it’s always a red flag. Learn how to tell the difference, protect yourself with strategic documentation, understand your rights, and plan your next move. From knowing what to record to building your support system and considering a strategic exit, this guide empowers you to reclaim your power and protect your peace. You don’t have to go through it alone.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Jul 74 min read


The Strong Black Woman Trope Is Hurting You at Work – Here’s How to Push Back
The Strong Black Woman trope may seem empowering—but in the workplace, it leads to overwork, burnout, and silence. This blog post breaks down how it shows up on the job and how Black women can push back strategically without risking their peace or paycheck. Learn how to set boundaries, document expectations, and access tools like the AntiHR Documentation Journal and the Roadmap to Understanding Your Workplace Rights to protect yourself and thrive on your own terms.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Jun 234 min read


How to Handle a Performance Review That Feels Like Retaliation
Unfair review? It might be retaliation. Learn how to respond, document, and protect your peace in a hostile work environment.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Jun 174 min read


Workplace Mediation: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Protect Yourself
More employers are forcing workers into mandatory mediation, blocking access to court. Learn what workplace mediation really is, how it works, and how to protect yourself—especially if you want to negotiate a separation with severance. This post breaks it all down and shares the tools and strategies you need to walk into mediation confident and prepared.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
May 234 min read


How to Protect Yourself When Your Employer Is Setting You Up to Fail
If your job suddenly feels impossible to succeed in, you may be getting set up to fail. This post breaks down the signs your employer is quietly pushing you out—and what to do about it. Learn how to document the pattern, protect your mental health, and respond strategically. You’ll also get access to tools like the AntiHR Documentation Journal and the Roadmap to Understanding Your Workplace Rights to help you fight back with facts and protect your peace.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
May 214 min read


If You Think You’re About to Be Pushed Out of Your Job, Do This First
Suspect you’re being pushed out at work? Here’s what to do first to protect your rights, finances, and future—before it’s too late.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
May 115 min read


How to Prove Workplace Discrimination When They Say It’s ‘Not About Race’ Tactics for Documenting and Addressing Subtle and Overt Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
Learn how to document and prove racial discrimination at work—even when they claim it’s not about race.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Apr 174 min read


10 Interview Red Flags You Should Never Ignore
Job interviews aren’t just about impressing the employer — they’re your chance to spot warning signs before accepting an offer. From vague answers and high turnover to disorganized interview processes, there are clear red flags that tell you what it’s really like to work somewhere. Learn 10 interview red flags you should never ignore so you can protect your peace, set boundaries, and make informed career decisions.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Apr 104 min read


10 Interview Questions You Should Always Ask Before Accepting a Job
Ask smarter questions in your next interview. These 10 must-ask questions will help you spot red flags and land the right job for you.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Apr 43 min read


Workplace Mobbing: How Black Women Experience Workplace Bullying, Retaliation, Psychological Abuse & Hostile Work Environments
Black women face workplace mobbing through bullying, retaliation, and exclusion. Learn how to document, protect yourself, and push back stra

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Mar 174 min read


Understanding the Glass Cliff: Challenges and Strategies for Black Women Leaders
Black women leaders face the glass cliff—high-risk roles with higher failure rates. Learn challenges and strategies to overcome them.

Anne Marie the AntiHR Lady
Mar 24 min read
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