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

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

<p>Praise for THE WAY UP <p>“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 <i>The Way Up</i> will inform the ways many readers advocate for themselves and thrive in the often cut-throat corporate landscape.” <p><b>—Yvonne Orji,</b> Emmy-nominated Actress, Comedian, and Author <p>“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.” <p><b>—Keith Wyche,</b> Fortune 50 Executive and Author of <i>Diversity is not Enough</i> <p>“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 <i>The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color</i> is the go-to-guidebook that detangles the maze and provides personal experience and seasoned counsel.” <p><b>— Anthony P. Carter, </b>Social Justice Influencer; Retired Chief Diversity Officer, Johnson & Johnson <p>“<i>The Way Up</i> 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.” <p><b>— Minda Harts,</b> Founder and CEO of The Memo, LLC and bestselling and award-winning Author of <i>The Memo</i> and <i>Right Within</i> <p>“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.” <p><b>—Sharon Greenberger, </b>President and CEO, YMCA of Greater NY <p>“An insightful and practical primer on how to navigate racial bias and find purpose on the way up the corporate ladder.” <p><b>—Pamela Newkirk,</b> PhD, Professor and Author of <i>Diversity, Inc</i>.

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