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Our Separate Ways

Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

By: Ella L. J. Bell Smith,Stella M. Nkomo

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Our Separate Ways

Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

By: Ella L. J. Bell Smith,Stella M. Nkomo

In Our Separate Ways, authors Ella Bell and Stella Nkomo take an unflinching look at the surprising differences between black and white women's trials and triumphs on their way up the corporate ladder. Based on groundbreaking research that spanned eight years, Our Separate Ways compares and contrasts the experiences of 120 black and white female managers in the American business arena. In-depth histories bring to life the women's powerful and often difficult journeys from childhood to professional success, highlighting the roles that gender, race, and class played in their development. Although successful professional women come from widely diverse family backgrounds, educational experiences, and community values, they share a common assumption upon entering the workforce: "I have a chance." Along the way, however, they discover that people question their authority, challenge their intelligence, and discount their ideas. And while gender is a common denominator among these women, race and class are often wedges between them. In Our Separate Ways, you will find candid discussions about stereotypes, learn how black women's early experiences affect their attitudes in the business world, become aware of how white women have--perhaps unwittingly--aligned themselves more often with white men than with black women, and see ways that our country continues to come to terms with diversity in all of its dimensions. Whether you are a human resources director wondering why you're having trouble retaining black women, a white female manager considering the role of race in your office, or a black female manager searching for perspectives, you will find fresh insights about how black and white women's struggles differ and encounter provocative ideas for creating a better workplace environment for everyone.

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Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

By: Ella Bell Smith,Stella M. Nkomo

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Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

By: Ella Bell Smith,Stella M. Nkomo

Named to the shortlist for the 2021 Outstanding Works of Literature (OWL) Award in the Women in Business Category Addressing gender alone won't help women rise to the top. Although women come from widely diverse backgrounds, they share a common assumption upon entering the workforce: "I have a chance." Along the way, however, they discover that people question their authority, challenge their intelligence, and discount their ideas. And while gender is a common denominator among these women, race and class are often wedges between them. In Our Separate Ways, Ella Bell Smith and Stella M. Nkomo take an unflinching look at the surprising differences between Black and White women's trials and triumphs on their way to the top. Based on groundbreaking research, the book compares and contrasts the experiences of 120 Black and White female managers in America. Powerful stories bring to life the women's often difficult journeys from childhood to professional success, highlighting the roles that gender, race, and class played in their development. Now with an updated preface and epilogue, the book provides candid discussions of the continuing challenge of achieving race and gender equality in the midst of deep political and ideological divides. You'll discover how White women have—perhaps unwittingly—aligned themselves more often with White men than with Black women and how systemic racism and biases still exist in organizations. But you’ll also learn what to do to leverage the talents of all women and eliminate systemic racism for good. Whether you lead an organization or simply want to better understand the dynamics at play in business today, you'll discover provocative ideas for creating a better workplace and encouraging equality for everyone.

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Our Separate Ways

Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

By: Ella L. J. Edmondson Bell,Stella M. Nkomo

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Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

By: Ella L. J. Edmondson Bell,Stella M. Nkomo

A persuasive, insightful and poignant look at the fate of black and white female executives in the U.S. -Chicago Tribune In Our Separate Ways, the authors take an unflinching look at the surprising differences between black and white women's trials and triumphs on their way up the executive ladder. Based on groundbreaking research that spanned eight years, Our Separate Ways compares and contrasts the experiences of 120 black and white female managers in the American business arena. Bell and Nkomo offer fresh insights into how black and white women's struggles differ and present provocative ideas for creating a better workplace environment for everyone. AUTHORBIO: Ella L. J. Edmondson Bell is Leon E. Williams Visiting Professor of Business Administration at The Tuck School, Dartmouth College. Stella M. Nkomo is a Professor of Business Leadership, UNISA Graduate School of Business Leadership, South Africa.

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159139189X

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Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

By: Ella Bell Smith,Stella M. Nkomo

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Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity

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Our Separate Ways

Our Separate Ways

Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

Our Separate Ways

Our Separate Ways

Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

Our Separate Ways, With a New Preface and Epilogue

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