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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Through It All: Thirty Black Women's Stories on Navigating Workplace Discrimination is a revelatory, empowering, and urgent collection of stories spanning five generations. Through deeply personal narratives, author Jacqueline P. Jones offers an unwavering exploration of the persistence of racism and gender bias in professional environments across the United States. This is not just a book of experiences-it is a mirror, a rallying cry, and a roadmap for change.The Weight of Code-Switching and IdentityAt the heart of these stories is the painful and exhausting balancing act that many Black women face-code-switching for survival, enduringmicroaggressions and being held to higher standards with minimal rewards. Readers will come face-to-face with how these challenges shape workplace demeanor and personal identity.Systemic Challenges and Personal TriumphsSpanning industries and generations, the book delves into systemic discrimination: underrepresentation in leadership, being overlooked despitecredentials, tokenism, and being seen through the lens of negative stereotypes. Yet, these narratives also reveal incredible resilience, perseverance, and triumph.Empowerment Strategies for Navigating the WorkplaceJones weaves in practical, field-tested strategies for navigating and resisting discriminatory behaviors. From forming Connecting Circles and EmployeeResource Groups to mentorship and redefining professionalism, Black women will find tools to thrive without compromising authenticity.Calls to Action for Leaders and AlliesThrough It All is not just for Black women-it is a necessary read for HRprofessionals, DEI leaders, managers, and allies seeking to build inclusive, equitable, and psychologically safe workplaces. Each chapter offers insights into the structural changes and interpersonal shifts required to dismantleharmful practices and create lasting cultural change.Call to ActionIf you are ready to confront hard truths, affirm lived experiences, and be part of building workplaces where everyone truly belongs-Through It All is your guide. These stories will challenge, uplift, and inspire you to lead, live, and act differently.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Aging in America is not a race-neutral experience. Firmly entrenched disadvantagescompound over a lifetime, making Black aging a unique and urgent issue. Yet, Blackelders don't just survive-they build. Their fortitude has shaped families, communities, and movements for generations.Drawing on lived experiences, cultural knowledge, and groundbreaking insights, Raymond A. Jetson illuminates the power of Black elders. He dismantles toxicnarratives about Black aging and offers a transformative vision-one rooted in thestrength of community, digital empowerment, and intergenerational connection.As the founder of Aging While Black and an AARP Purpose Prize winner, he confrontsthe realities of ageism and racial inequalities while charting a new path-one thatembraces innovation, connection, and the radical possibilities of a future where Blackelders are valued, empowered, and celebrated.Aging While Black is an action guide for change, inviting readers to disrupt theestablished order, build powerful connections, and boldly imagine a future where Blackelders reach full potential and their guidance shapes a more inclusive and just societyfor generations to come.For readers who appreciate perspective-shaping works like The Warmth of Other Sunsby Isabel Wilkerson or The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander, Aging While Blackoffers a fresh perspective on one of today's most critical issues.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Have you ever asked why and been met by a response like: 'That's just the way we do things here.'.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Through It All: Thirty Black Women's Stories on Navigating Workplace Discrimination is a revelatory, empowering, and urgent collection of stories spanning five generations. Through deeply personal narratives, author Jacqueline P. Jones offers an unwavering exploration of the persistence of racism and gender bias in professional environments across the United States. This is not just a book of experiences-it is a mirror, a rallying cry, and a roadmap for change.The Weight of Code-Switching and IdentityAt the heart of these stories is the painful and exhausting balancing act that many Black women face-code-switching for survival, enduring microaggressions, and being held to higher standards with minimal rewards. Readers will come face-to-face with how these challenges shape workplace demeanor and personal identity.Systemic Challenges and Personal TriumphsSpanning industries and generations, the book delves into systemic discrimination: underrepresentation in leadership, being overlooked despite credentials, tokenism, and being seen through the lens of negative stereotypes. Yet, these narratives also reveal incredible resilience, perseverance, and triumph.Empowerment Strategies for Navigating the WorkplaceJones weaves in practical, field-tested strategies for navigating and resisting discriminatory behaviors. From forming Connecting Circles and EmployeeResource Groups to mentorship and redefining professionalism, Black women will find tools to thrive without compromising authenticity.Calls to Action for Leaders and AlliesThrough It All is not just for Black women-it is a necessary read for HR professionals, DEI leaders, managers, and allies seeking to build inclusive, equitable, and psychologically safe workplaces. Each chapter offers insights into the structural changes and interpersonal shifts required to dismantle harmful practices and create lasting cultural change.Call to ActionIf you are ready to confront hard truths, affirm lived experiences, and be part of building workplaces where everyone truly belongs-Through It All is your guide. These stories will challenge, uplift, and inspire you to lead, live, and act differently.Testimonial Highlight'Through It All is a mirror reflecting the lived experiences of Black women navigating workplaces that often fail to see, hear, or value them. This book sheds light on the ways discrimination manifests in professional spaces and provides tangible strategies for empowerment, healing, and success. A must-read for anyone seeking to affect positive change.? - Greta Oliver, Ph.D., Author, DEI Consultant, Podcaster.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - How Hell Did We Get Here is a comprehensive guide to this emerging new Cold War and our need to rebuild deterrence. The critical guide to our chaotic world.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Aging in America is not a race-neutral experience. Firmly entrenched disadvantagescompound over a lifetime, making Black aging a unique and urgent issue. Yet, Blackelders don't just survive-they build. Their fortitude has shaped families, communities, and movements for generations.Drawing on lived experiences, cultural knowledge, and groundbreaking insights, Raymond A. Jetson illuminates the power of Black elders. He dismantles toxicnarratives about Black aging and offers a transformative vision-one rooted in thestrength of community, digital empowerment, and intergenerational connection.As the founder of Aging While Black and an AARP Purpose Prize winner, he confrontsthe realities of ageism and racial inequalities while charting a new path-one thatembraces innovation, connection, and the radical possibilities of a future where Blackelders are valued, empowered, and celebrated.Aging While Black is an action guide for change, inviting readers to disrupt theestablished order, build powerful connections, and boldly imagine a future where Blackelders reach full potential and their guidance shapes a more inclusive and just societyfor generations to come.For readers who appreciate perspective-shaping works like The Warmth of Other Sunsby Isabel Wilkerson or The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander, Aging While Blackoffers a fresh perspective on one of today's most critical issues.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In today's AI-powered workplace, talent alone isn't enough. To stand out, inspire, and lead, you need to master the art of charismatic connection-your ability to truly see other people and leave a lasting impression.Milam Miller knows this firsthand. A global sales leader who generated millions of dollars in revenue before experiencing burnout and a complete career recalibration, he discovered that charisma isn't a one-way personality trait for the naturally extroverted. Instead, it's a learnable skill that anyone can develop with intentional care and practice.Through an unexpected epiphany during CPR training, Milam realized that true charisma works like an AED machine for human connection, reviving and energizing relationships through genuine engagement. Drawing from his real-life experiences and cutting-edge research, The Charisma Craft teaches you how to: - ACCESS a new mindset-shed outdated views of charisma as a form of attraction or manipulation- EMBODY the ABCs of rizz-learn how authenticity, boldness, and curiosity drive meaningful connection- DEPLOY powerful tools-master mindfulness, presence, and influence techniques that establish credibility and foster unwavering trustUnlike other charisma books that focus exclusively on politicians, The Charisma Craft draws inspiration from beloved sports figures who demonstrate that being charismatic requires practice and fine-tuning. If you're a fan of Serena Williams, Roger Federer, Megan Rapinoe, David Beckham, Allyson Felix or Noah Lyles, you will especially love this book. Or if you've seen the hit show Ted Lasso, you will come to understand that his charismatic leadership archetype is, in fact, attainable.Finally, for all admirers of Dale Carnegie's timeless wisdom, this is a modern guide to help you in today's multigenerational workforce. This book offers practical tactics that make you impossible to ignore. Whether you're leading teams, building communities, or seeking to grow your professional network, it's time to enhance your rizz factor and craft your brand of charisma.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The learning experience needs a major overhaul. With all the issues facing higher education and workplace learning, why is there so much resistance to change The world is moving at warp speed, yet learning leaders struggle in keeping pace with the skills and mindsets that are necessary to lead people and organizations in the 21st century. We've found ourselves operating within the confines of an imaginary box where it's safe, familiar, easy. But this 'safety zone' is a metaphor for complacency, which is the kiss of death for any industry. As a lifelong learner, a visionary, and a former business school professor, Dr. Christine Janssen is on a mission to drive positive change for adult learners - whether that be in higher education or in the workplace. She has witnessed and personally experienced the roadblocks to innovation, and has since channeled her time and energy into rewiring the learning experience with emerging technology at her edtech startup, Edstutia. She is joined by Dr. Yogini Joglekar, the COO of Edstutia and a subject matter expert in adult learning and training. After reading this book, your head will be full of ideas, lots of stories and insights from a variety of learning leaders, and a renewed mindset about the purpose of and possibilities with learning. In addition, the authors provide you with examples and tools to help you take action, because adopting and adapting are no longer optional. Find out why There is No Box.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Part memoir, part guidebook, Between Farm and Fork is a inspiring and heartfelt exploration of resilience, identity, and finding your way back to what truly matters.Dr. Janel Louise Ohletz-scientist, chef, and storyteller-invites readers into an intimate account of a life marked by both challenge and transformation. At the peak of her career as a chef and innkeeper, Janel's world came crashing down. A painful divorce, financial hardship, and a frightening health crisis left her questioning everything she had built. But in the wreckage, she discovered something far more powerful than success: the ability to rebuild from within.Rooted in her expertise as a PhD in Soil Science and her work in regenerative agriculture, Janel's story draws profound parallels between the health of the land and the healing of the self. Through honest reflections on childhood trauma, personal setbacks, and professional reinvention, she uncovers the 'toolbox' we each carry-skills like tenacity, courage, and self-trust-that so often get buried beneath fear and self-doubt.From her rugged beginnings on a New Hampshire subsistence farm to the intensity of fine dining and entrepreneurial life, her journey reminds us that failure is not the end, but a necessary part of becoming whole. With vivid storytelling, practical wisdom, and even a few comforting recipes, Between Farm and Fork offers a path forward for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready to reconnect with their purpose.This is a book for those in midlife and beyond who are reevaluating their direction and asking, 'What now ' It's for those ready to stop chasing someone else's definition and start uncovering their own true path to success.If you're seeking clarity, courage, and a deeper connection to your own story-Between Farm and Fork will meet you exactly where you are, and walk with you toward where you want to be.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Are you exhausted, overwhelmed, or feeling disconnected from your work Do you find yourself pushing harder and harder, yet never feeling like it is enough You are not alone. It is called burnout, and it is an epidemic affecting individuals, teams, and entire organizations.Author Bree Bacon juggled a high-pressure corporate job while being a new mom, attempting to give her best to both, believing she should be able to handle it all. Yet sleepless nights led to mounting anxiety and panic attacks, and eventually, she broke.In a culture that glorifies working harder, longer, and being 'always on,' we are told to do more, achieve more, and push ourselves to the limit. However, the truth is: energy-your capacity to do work-is not infinite. It needs to be protected, nurtured, and replenished. Your Elite Energy combines the latest research with Bree's lessons learned to provide a practical, actionable framework for combating burnout while protecting and replenishing your energy. It is key for individuals, teams, and organizations who aim to foster a culture where well-being is not seen as in conflict with productivity but as the essential investment for unlocking true capacity and achieving sustainable success.…