This e-book isn’t written particularly for White readers, Black readers, readers who’re Latino, Asian, or different particular racial or ethnic teams. If you’re a enterprise chief, particular person contributor, Human Assets or DEI (Variety, Fairness and Inclusion) skilled, educator, coach, or marketing consultant, then The Enterprise of Race is for you.
Within the enterprise world, incident-driven, firm place statements on Black Lives Matter or Cease Asian Hate should not proxies for the heavy lifting that may penetrate and maintain a shift in the established order. Advancing racial fairness to disrupt institutional racism requires greater than a company-wide memo or a tab on a company web site.
Companies typically water down, negate or skirt this actuality by touting successes from its cousin ―range. Nonetheless, you can’t advance a technique you don’t identify. The final time period “range” allows that dynamic. It’s not possible to create an antiracist office once we keep away from talking the phrases “race” and “racism.”
Co-authored by two enterprise girls, one Black and one White,
The Enterprise of Race can assist us all put together for this transformative work. Somewhat than diving headfirst with well-meaning however ineffectual efforts, we should first prepared our organizations. The authors define each the internal work (elevating our personal particular person consciousness and creating new methods of pondering and being), and the outer work organizations should undertake. This consists of trustworthy and sometimes uncomfortable discussions. And finishing up as core to operational enterprise technique and efficiency, insurance policies and practices to reimagine a racially equitable office.
Whether or not you’re a rising entrepreneur, a supervisor or supervisor, a frontrunner of a big multinational firm, or a frontline worker, you’ll discover concrete actions on this important information:
- Why Racial Variety, Why Now – A Aggressive Benefit
- Dedication, Specificity, and the Science of Small Wins
- Uncomfortable Truths and Fearless Leaders
- Search for Expertise The place Others Are Not
- No Secrets and techniques in Pay and Promotions – Shut the Wage Hole
- Uncover Your “E” and Measure its Influence
Woven all through The Enterprise of Race are interviews with dozens of enterprise professionals throughout myriad industries, fields and organizational ranges. Their tales convey voice to the challenges and alternatives companies face on daily basis, and supply readers with the braveness and instruments to overtly, truthfully, and successfully handle the deeply complicated, emotional and intimidating dynamic of race and racism within the office.
Nzinga Shaw –
I got a package in the mail, but it wasn’t from Amazon. It was unexpected and everything that I needed and more. Many thanks to Margaret H. Greenberg, MAPP, PCC and Gina Greenlee for gifting me with the phenomenal book that they co-authored, “The Business of Race.” Whether you are a DEI practitioner or a person working inside of the 4 walls of Corporate America, this book will help you understand the context of race and the reasons that a multiethnic workforce is great for business and corporate culture. We need to do the hard work, but there are rewards for us all in the end. Many thanks, ladies and keep inspiring us!!
A.momofthree –
As a new CEO, I asked for recommendations of good books to read about DEI. My coach suggested I read “The Business of Race” by Margaret Greenberg and Gina Greenlee. I thought it was a fantastic read and I was later introduced to Margaret and Gina. We had an invigorating discussion about what employers can do about diversity, specifically racial diversity. In the book, they detail the necessary work businesses must do to make progress in diversity, equity and inclusion. Margaret and Gina bring a unique perspective as they are not traditional diversity experts but rather have backgrounds in business, coaching and organizational development along with a deep and rich life history. In the book, Margaret and Gina provide ideas on ways to have courageous conversations on DEI in the workplace. It’s a timely and important book and I recommend that you read it if you want to improve your understanding of how to champion DEI in the workplace.
Positive Deviant –
Lives up to prior work in that they can take the most critical, emotion filled subject of our time and help us stop, listen to perspectives, think a little bit more and take concrete actions. Chapter by chapter. Brilliant!
SarasotaSophia –
As a now retired Human Resources professional with for-profit and not-for-profit corporate experience, I was excited to read “The Business of Race.” No, we did not talk about race in the workplace during my employment years. One reason was because companies did not have a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion that many have today. Another most important reason was there were few (if any) resources to facilitate such discussions. That is why, even though retired, I read “The Business of Race” because it is a business management tool. It looks at the discussion of race in the workplace from an asset view of race, rather than a deficit view. As we look at how diverse the United States is becoming, according to the 2020 U.S. Census. “The Business of Race” offers concrete advice, tools and resources to management that can help them make positive and sustainable DEI change in their workplace.
Patty B. –
As Amanda Gorman has so provocatively written, “let us not return to what was normal, but reach toward what is next.” The Business of Race is that book that will motivate and guide us to reach beyond current DEI paradigms to achieve the foundationally antiracist, thriving, and profitable workplace. The authors exceed the promise of their title, for all the impactful reasons that so many have already written about in their reviews. I am not being presumptuous with my recommendation that this book needs to be the top business book on every list as a must-read for 2022.
Claudia C. –
This must be one of the best books I’ve read about developing and sustaining anti-racism at work. It’s challenging, thought-provoking, enlightening and practical. A workbook that highlights anti-racism as a business priority, helps you to overcome the taboo around race and racism and have tough conversations at work (‘as we can’t solve what we don’t talk about’), and demonstrates how to bring about beneficial and sustainable change. Essential reading for everyone in the business world.
Louisa –
Greenberg co-authored “Profit from the Positive” years ago, which still sits front and center on my office bookshelf. So when I discovered The Business of Race, I knew I would gain the knowledge I needed on a very important topic and the authors did not disappoint! Greenberg and Greenlee have created a resource and a guide that is invaluable for leaders and professionals at all levels. I like their concrete, practical strategies for creating more equitable workplaces throughout the book. The chapters provide a clear path on how to integrate diversity into daily organizational culture. They clearly make the business case for promoting diversity in the workplace and back it up with great research.The book offers a much-needed discussion on systemic racism which can seem overwhelming to address at first. But through Greenberg’s and Greenlee’s practical and manageable approaches, one walks away feeling empowered to do something. Thank you for moving this discussion forward with strength and knowledge. Anyone who wants to make a difference in their organization needs to read this book.
Carolyn J –
I enjoyed learning about what companies are doing to incorporate diversity and inclusion into their everyday practices. Based on the real life examples Greenlee and Greenberg give, these examples are both inspiring and attainable. I feel more equipped to navigate the complex and often uncomfortable discussions around race at work.
Mic Mazz –
The Business of Race is an insightful work that will help start conversations in the workplace and beyond. The book is filled with data points and case studies that illustrate the importance of advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. It provides tactics for facilitating real and meaningful change in the workplace. The authors help readers recognize their perceptions of race and racism, build awareness, and develop the skills needed to respect and support others. The Business of Race helps us understand that even the smallest intentional act can make a difference.
Amazon Customer –
I highly recommend this book! The real-life examples and perspectives make this book engaging and helpful for businesses trying to transform their workplaces.
Voracious Reader –
The Business of Race engaged me from beginning to end with the practical actions and the real life stories of business leaders. The authors are seasoned business professionals and that resonated with me. I am a white businessman who has seen first hand the challenges in today’s workplace. The necessary elements of history that are included in this book are spot on. The authors are never “preachy” or angry. I just purchased ten copies for my team so that we can further educate ourselves.BRAVO Greenberg and Greenlee for taking on such a challenge!
Rebecca –
This book provides historical context, real examples and practical resources. For all of these reasons and more, this was such an accessible, enjoyable read! It is a wonderful resource for seasoned and aspiring leaders to build responsible workplaces and sustainable organizations. This book will not only help you have necessary and productive discussions about race at work, but it will motivate you to create real change.
Wes A. –
I found this book incredibly helpful in navigating the challenging and often uncomfortable issues that surround race in the workplace. What I like best is that Greenberg and Greenlee break down all of the cultural and systemic challenges into digestible and thoughtful chapters, with clear steps on how to improve. As someone who hopes to be an ally in creating anti-racist workplaces, I feel I have now have the language and tools to be of value.
Andrew K Skipp –
As a coach of CEOs, owners and senior leaders, The Business of Race provided me a critical resource for gaining a deeper understanding of the issue of race in business, which was a subject I did not understand. i found learning how business leaders can build a team of diversity that accelerates growth, creates a culture of respect, and increases depth of knowledge thereby strengthening a company’s culture and its profitability.Margaret Greenberg and Gina Greenlee provide critical insight into this complex and emotionally charged issue with guidelines to increase business leaders’ level of conscious competence with a methodical thoughtful plan of action. Their message of how important the building and empowering a diverse workforce of inclusion is to sustainable success both now and in the future is powerful and compelling.
Daisy’s Mom –
“The Business of Race” is extensively researched and exceptionally well-written. Though packed with significant historical facts, it is highly readable and flows smoothly without bogging the reader down in extraneous minutiae. This book should be required reading in high school and/or college and university. It is so informative and eye-opening!
KCT –
This book is a great guide for any company embarking on this journey. It gives historical context, real life case studies from companies who have been engaged in DEI work for some time and practical advice to help companies of all sizes and diversity profiles begin or continue their own work. The Business of Race also unapologetically addresses head on why companies should care not only from an ethical standpoint but from a business perspective.
Jordana –
This book isn’t only timely, it’s important. Whether you are an executive, a HR professional, a front line leader, or an individual looking at how they can truly create racial equity in the workplace and society, there is something for you in this book. Through stories, research, and historical context, the Business of Race incredibly clarifies the complex history of the construct of race. With applicable tools and lessons grounded in psychology, this book equips you with research backed practices that you can put into place right away systematically or individually. Each chapter provides discussion questions so that you aren’t only learning, you’re also processing what you’re learning along the way and being intentional about how you might make changes as a result. And for those who are advocating for DEI or racial equity focus in their organization, each chapter cleanly summarizes core points that anyone can share to create a business case for this work or take first steps in its execution. This book is truly a must read.
Henry L. Edwards, MAPP –
The Business of Race is a breath of fresh air. So much of the DEI and anti-racism work in organizations feels inauthentic and pro forma. Greenberg and Greenlee emphasize that this work is our moral obligation. But they take the next step that so many other DEI business books don’t do: Demonstrate that this is a business best-practice, too. Using a mix of case studies and their own vast experience, the authors draw a roadmap for doing deep work that will make organizations stronger and more prosperous. A must read!
JC –
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing and working with Gina and Margaret and this book is truly an extension of their shared brilliance. Our design studio has found insights in this book that we action among our team and share with the business leaders and corporations we work with. I appreciate the direct, informative tone of their writing and the instructive summaries in “The Fine Points” and “Reflection” bullets that close each chapter. Highly recommended for individuals and organizations of every type!
Mia C –
The Business of Race couldn’t be more timely. The authors’ style is clear and I love how the book offers various perspectives and data points from diverse people and different organizations. I appreciate the interactivity created through reflection questions that encourages real action. This book made me feel prepared and inspired to continue race work in my personal and professional life. A must-read!
CT Amazonian –
This is an important read. The history is critical for understanding and myth-busting. The stories are powerful reminder that this topic isn’t just about stats, processes and tools… They’re about real people affected by systemic racism. Real people, real lives.
James P. –
In addition to the ‘why’ of creating an antiracist workplace in that it’s the right thing to do, the book also shows the ‘how to’ of developing a more engaging and profitable workplace. The staged approach it take provides thoughtful and practical ways to make this happen. The interviews and personal stories make the whole idea come to life and provide the creative energy for provocative forward movement with this important issue. As a white, southern man who was part of the civil rights movement early on, I have found more grist for the mill of not just positive social change, but a more energized economic workplace.
SNKAT –
Margaret and Gina leave the stigma on the curb and breakdown this complex topic into insight that is easy to grasp and understand. I love that they are helping us gain comfort in race talk and giving us permission to not be perfect.The second half of the book focuses on practical tools a business of any size can use in their racework. Coupled with their 5 pages of resource references, Business of Race can simplify your learning roadmap.I have worked with Margaret in our alumni group at University of Pennsylvania and applaud her ongoing effort to make the workplace better.
Sandra Lewis –
The Business of Race addresses the essential truth that diversity, equity, and inclusion is necessary for any business that wants to compete and thrive in today’s (and tomorrow’s) world. Building on research and real-world corporate experience, OD experts Greenberg and Greenlee take this extremely complex issue and equips the reader with the mindset and tools with which to move forward with confidence and hope.I am a Business and Executive Coach and have used their approach with my clients and it has been eye opening and important work for them.
Tamara MylesTamara Myles –
I know I have read a practical and applicable book when most of the pages are earmarked and flagged with post-it notes after I read it (see attached picture)! Greenberg and Greenlee have managed, with humility and authenticity, to tackle the difficult and often uncomfortable topic of “race work” in business. As someone who is not only in my own individual race work journey, but also works with senior leaders in organizations, this book will be an invaluable resource. Grounded in history and research, and illustrated with powerful and inspiring stories, the concrete actions suggested in the book offer a roadmap as you navigate the complex and often intimidating dynamic of race in the workplace. I plan on returning to this book often as I progress in my own journey of creating and sustaining antiracist workplaces.
Sharon F. Danzger, Author of Super-Productive –
This book helped me understand some of the historical context that has created the lack of equity in today’s workforce. I appreciated that the approach was a supportive one – acknowledging that getting this right will take time, it’s a process with many avenues for progress, and we will certainly have missteps. It’s okay not to have it all figured out before trying to take steps towards creating and sustaining an antiracist workplace.
JA –
The authors of The Business of Race have a vast amount of experience and knowledge, evident by the facts and clarify of each chapter. Also impressive is the enormous amount of research with companies and professionals all around the globe, giving readers perspectives of the subject matter. I love all the facts, observations and theories about the business world that Greenlee and Greenberg are a part of, yet many also pertain to my world, the non-business one. For instance inspirational quotes about our continuous journey through life, how we face uncomfortable truths with courage, take risks and embrace the unknown and move beyond our comfort zone in order to learn new skills. What could be more factual, no matter which “world” we are living in. I commend them on The Business of Race and hope businesses will accept the viewpoint that change is good for us. And to believe Tim Cook’s Quote: “The only thing that makes the world interesting is our differences not our similarities.”
Dana –
Love this book! Such a practical and useful resource to have in tackling a tough issue. I feel more prepared and empowered to have thoughtful conversations with courage and compassion. Thanks for all the practical tips and insights!
Heather –
The Business of Race is a book for all to help businesses, big or small talk about race, an often emotionally charged and avoided topic. And includes all the actionable tools to help leaders, whether you are the CEO, manage a team, or are an individual contributor, the role you can play to build an anti-racist and equitable workplace and community. Greenlee and Greenberg share many engaging and personal stories from professionals and the data to support how DEI is no longer a nice to have, but a business imperative. Thank you Greenlee and Greenberg for being courageous and fearless leaders in to write this important and timely book!
Samantha Goehri –
In my career I have found most workplace diversity efforts superficial and flat, unsatisfactorily addressing a systemic problem while allowing companies to appear to put forth an effort. Margaret & Gina’s book offers an inspiring and refreshing approach in addressing race in the workplace. They said it best – we can’t solve what we don’t discuss. And the discussion is long overdue. This book is a fabulous read to help do your own “race work” and build approachable, safe spaces in our companies to have conversations which actively fight racism. Where better than the place most of us spend the majority of our lives to build a more empathetic, respectful and sensitive world?
Leslie Ashford –
As a consultant to business leaders for many years, what impresses me about this book is how it provides practical, useable advice on “how to” create an anti-racist environment from wherever you sit in an organization. It’s as useful for CEO’s as it is for front line employees. A real valuable read!
Jordan Gross –
I love the conversations and case studies, resources and rhetoric included in the book. It will definitely help start conversations about race in the workplace, and I think the authors will do an amazing job at getting people to look into themselves, the people around them and their organizations as a whole regarding this very prevalent topic.
DBussey –
Greenberg and Greenlee provide a clean, reader-friendly, theory-based, non-judgmental, and results-oriented approach to the prickly topic of race in the workplace. With great case examples, anecdotes, frameworks, tools, and reflection questions, I found the book’s audience to be comprehensive and include business leaders, managers, DEIB professionals, and anyone interested in creating an antiracist work environment. It addresses how to align racial identity with work identity. This is a topic that is not often explored in the treatment of race as the prototype of an organization’s identity typically is based on White identity, at least in the U.S.Chapters can be used for leadership briefings, lunch and learns, business resource groups, race dialogue sessions, and workplace antiracist skill training. A must-read book during this time of racial reckoning that supports organizations to be less vulnerable in their brand reputations, strengthen their talent acquisition and retention practices, and increase their capacity for innovation and growth.
Loves3Dogs –
In “The Business of Race”, Margaret H. Greenberg and Gina Greenlee show how we got to where we are in DEIJ efforts, how to understand the historically relevant context that continues to influence and propel organizations in race work, and why managing diversity makes sense as a business process tied to a variety of metrics.There is a section aptly called, “The Work Before the Work”, and the authors deftly address this foundational need throughout the text. As an educator, I appreciated the overall structure of the book and I could easily imagine it as a B-school must-read. It is designed to encourage inquiry and reflection as well as to teach and guide readers. I especially found that each introductory section that some people might be tempted to skip was like having the author-experts as personal instructors and guides. This created a slower, deeper, reading and learning experience. On nearly every page you can expect to find something you either did not know or never thought of in quite that way.The time is now and the book is this one. You will gain a deep understanding of the context of racism in the world’s organizations, increase your willingness to sit with and discuss uncomfortable and even dissonant feelings, realize and accept your present anti-racist style, prepare and exercise your change “muscles’; unpack your “why”, and discover how organizations find talent that meets at the intersection of DEIJ and good business. Excellent!
Amazon Customer –
This book is superbly written. Greenberg and Greenlee have a very approachable writing style, while also filling their pages with solid research and numerous examples from companies with “boots on the ground.” A “must read” for business leaders, and those leading any organization.
Ruth P.Ruth P. –
I am a white middle-aged woman who, in more than a quarter century of being in the workforce, has benefitted over and over from the biases in our systems – from education to healthcare, business to the environment.Bryan Stevenson of the Equal Justice Initiative says we must maintain hope in the face of brutal facts, and reading this book gave me hope because it revealed what is possible beyond what is.I was privileged to read early drafts of this book and have watched in admiration as Gina Greenlee and Margaret H. Greenberg, have brought a LinkedIn article series to full fruition. I have re-read it with fresh eyes. Taking the time to answer the reflection questions at the end of each chapter, I have made several surprising self-discoveries as a result.This book is a great tool for opening up discussion and planning action.I especially recommend this to project managers because so much of what we do is about bringing resources together and seeing their value. With globalization, increasing awareness of the challenges our colleagues have faced historically and their context now is a big part of being the best project managers we can be!
N. Farley –
The book provides historical and cultural context as well as the voice of real people to bring important concepts to life. Any company can learn from this in order to both strengthen their business and do the right thing for society. Additionally, having attended a live workshop by the authors, it was powerful to hear questions, victories, concerns, challenges, and experiences shared by an audience made up of business leaders.
Chaz Howad –
Symbols are important. The curated statements and actions employed by businesses around the world in response to the mass movements demanding social change have indeed been powerful. And yet, symbols are most effective when they reflect sincere policy and cultural changes in institutions. The Business of Race will help companies and their leaders do just that. If you are serious about doing more than just posting the right phrases on social media or making a few new hires, and if you truly want your workplace to be not just diverse, but a space of equity, inclusion, and justice – than this is the book for you.
Peter Berridge –
I appreciate this statement from The Business of Race, “What we don’t talk about or can’t acknowledge, we can’t solve for.” Yes, the workplace is the place to have these conversations, develop ideas, and create solutions. Margaret and Gina show how this can be done by using current events and organizational examples to help leaders see how they can engage with the issue of race to make their workplaces more welcoming and successful. Well done!
Wendy Kopp –
Thank you for bringing this topic to the forefront, a conversation much needed in the workplace. Well pointed with a creative delivery, a great read!
BNP –
Greenburg and Greenlee have given us an insightful work presented in “The Business of Race”. The book provides a scope for what is necessary before one begin to embark upon the work in diversity, equity, and inclusion with an opportunity to reflect on the nuggets gained in each chapter. It gives us ways to approach race and racism in the workplace and how to champion for a more diverse, equitable and inclusive environment in the workplace. They take us on a journey that first helps everyone to acknowledge their personal journey in the evolution of race and racism. The chapters build awareness beginning with self and working through the process of developing the skills necessary to support all people being treated with respect and accepted for who they are as a person. A phenomenal work indeed.
anna sinclair –
I read the book as a non- business person and found it very thought provoking, informative and extremely well researched. For example, have you really pondered the difference between race and ethnicity? Margaret and Gina with their varied backgrounds have written an excellent, inspiring book to jumpstart discussions and introspection about a very important topic.
Jenny M –
This book is for everyone. Leaders … followers … people of all races and all backgrounds … people who want to help make a difference, but aren’t sure what to do or where to begin …How *do* we begin? “The Business of Race” encourages meaningful dialogue, which can hopefully lead to substantive, strategic change in how our society views the topic of race. The authors begin by providing a context: reminding, or informing, readers about important historical incidents in society and in various organizations. This puts readers on the same collective page as we think together about diversity, equity, and inclusion. This literary approach aligns perfectly with the authors’ own style and thought process and parallels the exact same tip they later suggest for employers, supervisors, and project managers (or any type of leader): to make sure that as you enter a project or even a simple conversation, that the people you work with are on the same page, speaking a common language based on the same lexicon. This brilliantly lays the foundation for the book … and the work, the journey that follows for all of us: race work and race talk.Sadly, horrifyingly, there are so many ways that systemic racism has become embedded in our culture – examples range from subtle, insidious instances to events that show blatant disregard for humanity on such a grand scale that it is unfathomable how it is even allowed to happen. It’s all so mind boggling. How can we even begin to address this, let alone attempt to mold and re-form the way our society thinks?The authors help us overcome our mind freeze, our feeling of being overwhelmed by the “bigness” of it all. With concrete suggestions, resources, and candid conversation, they break it down for us into manageable plans for action.As the authors suggest, perhaps the best and safest place to begin race work is in the workplace, where people are expected to behave with at least a modicum of decency and civility. And then let extend it beyond our offices into our broader community, country, and the world. Let’s continue to do the work that has been in progress, build on it, and continue the evolution of diversity, equity, and inclusion (and justice and belonging). Thank you, Gina Greenlee and Margaret Greenberg, for opening a door for dialogue and suggesting viable options for how we can create a process that eventually grows beyond talk — we can make our work meaningful and make this a safer place for future generations.
Cheryl L –
Amazingly useful book. As a white woman, I have tiptoed around race discussions in organizations because I didn’t know where to start. The authors are unapologetic. It’s not just “the right thing to do” but organizations are the perfect place to help us move forward on this. And it’s extremely practical. For example, they name 13 professional organizations as talent pools for gaining diverse job candidates. I recommend this and have already bought two copies for white people I know who “want to move things forward” but aren’t sure how. The title of Chapter 1 puts it well: You can’t solve what you don’t discuss.
Elaine C. –
This book offers practical, thoughtful steps that any organization can use in their efforts to become an antiracist workplace. The authors have done a great job of compiling a wide range of examples that can be used as described or modified to fit any organization. There are tools that will help individuals and organizations succeed at what is not an easy task, but is one that needs to get done.
Profit Book –
This book is in the important genre of books about racial justice. Other books in this genre sometimes take one of two approaches, neither of which resonates with me as a reader: some books guilt and blame individuals who aren’t doing enough and other books pamper and coddle individuals for doing any actions at all towards racial justice. These authors neither blame nor pamper. They talk to us like business people. What do business people do best? We all solve problems well.The authors present the business case. They present the simplest and most important resources to get educated with. They invite the reader into scenarios that others have been through. Most importantly, they invite the reader to make their own plans for increasing racial equity, first at the workplace and then everywhere.”The Business of Race” is engaging, challenging, exciting, and funny! This is a book you’ll want to read, you’ll want your team to read, and you may gift to the CEO of your company. I hope you like it, and that it energizes you as much as it did me.
Amazon Customer –
The authors had me from the get go by asking me to reflect upon why their book made it into my hands! Greenberg and Greenlee provide an easy to read, rich with resources workbook that drew me in and compelled me forward. Now I want to read it again with others, because it’s content must be shared!
Jennifer Hausmann –
This book is a work of art – filled with data points and case studies illustrating the importance of advancing diversity, equity and inclusion from a business perspective, while simultaneously offering personal and historical accounts that touch the heart as well as the mind. Easy to read, with specific tactics for building cultures where every voice is heard and valued, the Business of Race is a must-have tool for facilitating real and meaningful change.The authors are so authentic and transparent, this book will resonate with a variety of audiences – from CEOs and diversity officers to human resource managers and front-line workers. They make it clear that race work is not easy, and can be uncomfortable and imperfect, but also manage to convey the strong and compelling message that even the smallest intentional act can make a difference.
Meghan Donahue –
This is a great resource for current professionals. Regardless of your background and your organization’s size and scope of business you will find a section of that book that speaks to your needs. The book is comprehensive, providing historical context to help understand modern pain points. It is full of practical and actionable advice that you can implement immediately and/or as long-term strategic goals.What I enjoyed the most about the book was the relationship between the two authors. Former colleagues and long time friends, they decided to write a book together after having a candid conversation about race. They serve as a reminder that professional spaces allow us to forge relationships and friendships with people that have different life experiences. Work spaces afford us opportunities to broaden our perspectives. While talking about race has been considered taboo in professional spaces, you can’t solve for what you don’t discuss. The authors demonstrate the power of having those uncomfortable conversations and the positive impact that can result.
Louis Alloro –
Powerful collaboration here, creating a business case for race AND a practical how-to w/ personal, relational, and structural strategies for advancing racial equity work –at work! Thanks for this rich resource.
RochelleRochelle –
The Business of Race strikes just the right balance between exploration and guide. Greenberg and Greenlee remind us not to boil the ocean or drown in a sea of semantics. They provide concrete, down to earth strategies and structures for individuals and teams to use as they work toward greater cultural fluency and more equitable workplaces. In addition to the authors’ combined expertise, the book includes interviews and input from a diverse community of professionals with powerful perspectives. An important read and resource, The Business of Race belongs in the classroom, the boardroom, and the conference room. It speaks the language of business while providing a new and necessary vocabulary for moving the DE&I conversation forward.
John Alexander –
The authors, Gina Greenlee & Margaret Greenberg, tackle a complex and thorny subject head-on. They reference a wide variety of research and interviews in providing clear and practical strategies for both the individual contributor, as well as leaders and DEI professionals to use in trying to create and sustain antiracist workplaces. Moreover, the authors provide a number of useful assessments and tools that can be implemented immediately to initiate or progress your organization in its journey toward greater diversity, equity and inclusion. The Business of Race is not only a very interesting read, it is a very valuable resource and addition to anyone’s “DEI Toolkit.”
todd french –
This is a GREAT resource for businesses of any size or type that plan to address the crucial issue of diversity at all levels. The authors provide a clear description of the origins and continuing issues of systemic racism, along with clear guidelines to help organizations to improve their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and adopt anti racist policies. Perhaps more importantly, the chapters provide a clear roadmap to help organizations weave diversity into their cultures, while at the same time providing compelling evidence that such practices are not just the right thing to do; they will help to drive greater engagement and higher profitability. This timely and well-written resource invites the reader to become a part of the movement toward greater social justice starting where they work.