Coming Out At Work
The biggest hurdle in coming out at work is determining if you are ready to come out. Nobody can really know this but you and it is a big decision.
When looking for information on coming out at work, I came across a great article: Coming Out at Work by Russell Kaltschmidt, editor of gay.com. Coming out is always risky, but you may be able to minimize the risks by following a well thought-out plan. Here’s Kaltschmidt’s advice:
- Assess your readiness
- Perform at your best
- Gather supporters
- Choose a strategy
- Conduct a trial run
- Consider the timing
Here are some other links that may be helpful:
- A Guide to Comint Out at the Workplace – Susan’s Place Transgender Resources
- Transgender at Work
- Issues: Workplace – Human Rights Campaign
- Best Places to work – 2015 – HRC
list of companies and corporations that have protections for their LGBT workforce - Things to Consider Before Coming Out at Work – About.com
- Career Resources for LGBT Students – Career Services at the University of Pennsylvania
- Coming Out in the Workplace as Transgender – HRC
- ProGayJobs
online source for finding employment with companies that embrace diversity inclusive of the gay and lesbian community - Coming Out as a Straight Supporter – HRC
Contributed by Kathy Craney, Career Counselor, Career & Leadership Development
