<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">A reader's private company is cutting back on DEI initiatives, while other organizations maintain a commitment to DEI.A friend in an IT department feels anxious about taking notes at meetings and seeks advice on how to avoid the task.A manager at a hotel wants to promote an employee despite HR's concern over a provocative Halloween photo, seeking guidance.An individual regrets returning to their old job after layoffs, feeling unhappy and considering leaving despite concerns about references.A job candidate faces a dilemma as their current employer requests performance evaluations they can't access due to a new system.