The Way Up

Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color

Errol L. Pierre, Jim Jermanok

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John Wiley & Sons Inc
23 November 2022

Personnel & human resources management; Advice on careers & achieving success

Practical and actionable advice for minorities seeking concrete strategies to help them move up the corporate ladder

In The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color, 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.

Readers will also find:

A collection of key lessons and short stories containing practical advice designed to help readers achieve their professional potential Strategies proven to work in the real-world, full of innovative insights and practical know-how Tips on navigating the offices and Zoom calls that make up today’s employment environment

An indispensable discussion of what it takes to succeed in today’s hyper-competitive professional environment, The Way Up will earn a place in the libraries of newly graduated businesspeople as well as seasoned pros seeking to advance their careers.

By: Errol L. Pierre, Jim Jermanok
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 231mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 408g
ISBN: 9781119893264
ISBN 10: 1119893267
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 23 November 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface ix Introduction: The Corporate Mountain xiii Chapter 1 Find Your Purpose and Your Passion 1 The Resignation Letter That Led Me Back to My Truth Chapter 2 Embrace Your Defining Moments 9 A Bright Future Is Only Built Upon the Foundations of Your Past Chapter 3 Reclaim Your Seat 19 Reaching the Top Is Not as Difficult as Staying There Chapter 4 Harness Your Distinctions 31 The First Time You Discover Your Racial Identity Is Life- Transforming Chapter 5 Job Interviews Happen Every Day 45 How Shampoo Changed My Life and Started My Career Chapter 6 Make the Most of Your Mentor 55 The Right Mentor Makes All the Difference in the World Chapter 7 Recognize and Harness Your Champions 67 Champions Are Larger- Than- Life People Who Give You a Boost Chapter 8 Overcome the Entry- Level Blues 79 What to Do When You Feel Like You’re Running in Place Chapter 9 Navigate and Survive Bad Bosses 101 How to Handle Hostile or Biased Bosses in the Workplace Chapter 10 Grow by Giving Back 115 Experience the Power of Public Service and Selflessness Chapter 11 Be Honest Even When It’s Hard 127 Truth Telling Can Set You Apart in the Workplace Chapter 12 Leave Without Burning the Bridge 139 Your Last 100 Days at a Company Are as Important as Your First 100 Chapter 13 Exude Executive Presence 155 How to Flourish as a Leader of Color on Your Way Up the Corporate Mountain Chapter 14 Adapt to the Workforce of the Future 175 The Rules for Navigating Through a Post- Pandemic Business Environment Chapter 15 Lead While Leaving a Legacy 189 Make the Greatest Impact You Possibly Can Interviews 195 Notes 197 Acknowledgments 205 About the Authors 207 Index 209

DR. ERROL L. PIERRE is 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. JIM JERMANOK is an award-winning writer, director, producer, author, and speaker based in New York. His words and photos can be seen in The Washington Post, Indiewire, The Huffington Post, and The Boston Globe. He has written two highly praised books: Beyond The Craft: What You Need To Know To Make A Living Creatively! and Dive In! Real Estate Investment Advice From A Pro