The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color - Hardcover

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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

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Praise for THE WAY UP

“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 The Way Up will inform the ways many readers advocate for themselves and thrive in the often cut-throat corporate landscape.”

―Yvonne Orji, Emmy-nominated Actress, Comedian, and Author

“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.”

―Keith Wyche, Fortune 50 Executive and Author of Diversity is not Enough

“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 The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color is the go-to-guidebook that detangles the maze and provides personal experience and seasoned counsel.”

― Anthony P. Carter, Social Justice Influencer; Retired Chief Diversity Officer, Johnson & Johnson

“The Way Up 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.”

― Minda Harts, Founder and CEO of The Memo, LLC and bestselling and award-winning Author of The Memo and Right Within

“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.”

―Sharon Greenberger, President and CEO, YMCA of Greater NY

“An insightful and practical primer on how to navigate racial bias and find purpose on the way up the corporate ladder.”

―Pamela Newkirk, PhD, Professor and Author of Diversity, Inc.

Aus dem Klappentext

Today’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. The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color will 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.

Author 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.

The Way Up 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.