{"product_id":"the-way-up-isbn-9781119893264","title":"The Way Up","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical and actionable advice for minorities seeking concrete strategies to help them move up the corporate ladder\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color\u003c\/i\u003e, accomplished executive Dr. Errol L. Pierre delivers a pragmatic and actionable guide to help underrepresented individuals from all ethnic backgrounds achieve their professional goals and elevate their careers in today’s virtual workplace. The book takes a step-by-step approach to understanding the skills and strategies required to move from entry-level and middle management roles to the executive ranks. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will also find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA collection of key lessons and short stories containing practical advice designed to help readers achieve their professional potential\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies proven to work in the real-world, full of innovative insights and practical know-how\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips on navigating the offices and Zoom calls that make up today’s employment environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn indispensable discussion of what it takes to succeed in today’s hyper-competitive professional environment, \u003ci\u003eThe Way Up\u003c\/i\u003e will earn a place in the libraries of newly graduated businesspeople as well as seasoned pros seeking to advance their careers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction: The Corporate Mountain xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Find Your Purpose and Your Passion 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Resignation Letter That Led Me Back to My Truth\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Embrace Your Defining Moments 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Bright Future Is Only Built Upon the Foundations of Your Past\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Reclaim Your Seat 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaching the Top Is Not as Difficult as Staying There\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Harness Your Distinctions 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe First Time You Discover Your Racial Identity Is Life- Transforming\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Job Interviews Happen Every Day 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Shampoo Changed My Life and Started My Career\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Make the Most of Your Mentor 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Right Mentor Makes All the Difference in the World\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Recognize and Harness Your Champions 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChampions Are Larger- Than- Life People Who Give You a Boost\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Overcome the Entry- Level Blues 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat to Do When You Feel Like You’re Running in Place\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Navigate and Survive Bad Bosses 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Handle Hostile or Biased Bosses in the Workplace\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Grow by Giving Back 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExperience the Power of Public Service and Selflessness\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 Be Honest Even When It’s Hard 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTruth Telling Can Set You Apart in the Workplace\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12 Leave Without Burning the Bridge 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour Last 100 Days at a Company Are as Important as Your First 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13 Exude Executive Presence 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Flourish as a Leader of Color on Your Way Up the Corporate Mountain\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14 Adapt to the Workforce of the Future 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Rules for Navigating Through a Post- Pandemic Business Environment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15 Lead While Leaving a Legacy 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake the Greatest Impact You Possibly Can\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterviews 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 209\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eD\u003csmall\u003eR\u003c\/small\u003e. ERROL L. PIERRE \u003c\/b\u003eis the Senior Vice President of State Programs at Healthfirst Inc., the largest nonprofit health plan in New York. He is an in-demand speaker and panelist on leadership, diversity, and healthcare in America and has addressed hundreds of audiences including the National Urban League for Young Professionals, 100 Black Men, and Fordham University. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJIM JERMANOK \u003c\/b\u003eis an award-winning writer, director, producer, author, and speaker based in New York. His words and photos can be seen in \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post, Indiewire, The Huffington Post, \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e The Boston Globe\u003c\/i\u003e. He has written two highly praised books: \u003ci\u003eBeyond The Craft: What You Need To Know To Make A Living Creatively! \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Dive In! Real Estate Investment Advice From A Pro\u003c\/i\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday’s corporate America is slowly starting to wise up to the importance of diversity and equity, but executives and decision makers still have a long, long way to go. As a professional of color, there’s a lot we can do to take matters into our own hands, getting savvy in our pursuit of our goals and overcoming the obstacles we still face on a daily basis. \u003ci\u003eThe Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color \u003c\/i\u003ewill help underrepresented individuals from all backgrounds grow to their full potential. Yes, it is possible for minorities to attain senior level leadership positions within companies of all sizes and in all sectors. Yes, it is difficult, but this book provides actionable advice that will help clear away the roadblocks and navigate the path to the C-suite. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor Dr. Errol L. Pierre knows what he’s talking about. Having worked his own way up through the ranks, Pierre is a Senior VP at one of the most notable healthcare nonprofits in New York. He’s also served as Chief Operating Officer in the health insurance industry. Drawing on his personal experience and firsthand wisdom, plus proven strategies, innovative insights, and practical know-how from across industries, Pierre equips readers with knowledge and inspiration to achieve great things. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Way Up\u003c\/i\u003e contains everything readers need to make short work of climbing the corporate ladder. This is not a critique of the current state of affairs, but rather a step-by-step guide to succeeding given the reality we currently live in. America needs minorities in leadership, now more than ever. Alongside writer Jim Jermanok, Pierre provides talented professionals with the road map they need to answer America’s call and build the careers of their dreams.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for THE WAY UP \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“For professionals of color, corporate America is not always the easiest place to navigate and find sustainable success. If you’re just entering the workforce or have been grinding it out for years, but feel like you need a new road map, this book is for you. I’ve known Errol for over a decade and watched as he has successfully and strategically climbed the academic and corporate ladder. The candid and practical nuggets of wisdom he shares in \u003ci\u003eThe Way Up\u003c\/i\u003e will inform the ways many readers advocate for themselves and thrive in the often cut-throat corporate landscape.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Yvonne Orji,\u003c\/b\u003e Emmy-nominated Actress, Comedian, and Author  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Errol Pierre has written a must-read primer for anyone looking to grow within an organization, especially as a person of color. Read this book and learn from one of the best.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Keith Wyche,\u003c\/b\u003e Fortune 50 Executive and Author of \u003ci\u003eDiversity is not Enough\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Black and brown professionals have been striving to navigate corporate America’s landscape for years. For many, it is an arduous task that leads to disillusionment, career railroading, and ultimately the derailing of dreams. Dr. Pierre’s \u003ci\u003eThe Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color\u003c\/i\u003e is the go-to-guidebook that detangles the maze and provides personal experience and seasoned counsel.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e— Anthony P. Carter, \u003c\/b\u003eSocial Justice Influencer; Retired Chief Diversity Officer, Johnson \u0026amp; Johnson  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Way Up\u003c\/i\u003e blends personal stories, interviews and anecdotes from top executives of color, and well-researched statistics to masterfully chart out a road map for success in corporate America. Considering the many new ways of working today, this is a must-read for professionals of color.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e— Minda Harts,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder and CEO of The Memo, LLC and bestselling and award-winning Author of \u003ci\u003eThe Memo\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eRight Within\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Through his candid and compelling stories, Errol Pierre provides an accessible, practical, and aspirational road map for personal and professional success. Dr. Pierre’s work is important and timely reading for everyone committed to advancing professionals of color.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Sharon Greenberger, \u003c\/b\u003ePresident and CEO, YMCA of Greater NY  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An insightful and practical primer on how to navigate racial bias and find purpose on the way up the corporate ladder.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Pamela Newkirk,\u003c\/b\u003e PhD, Professor and Author of \u003ci\u003eDiversity, Inc\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990365520101,"sku":"NP9781119893264","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119893264.jpg?v=1761787531","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-way-up-isbn-9781119893264","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}