Leading Inclusion - by Gena Cox (Hardcover)

About the Book

"In this groundbreaking book, organizational psychologist and executive coach Gena Cox delivers the message that humans vary, and human variation is normal. Yet true inclusion that embraces these variations remains elusive in the workplace. That traumatizing state of affairs will continue until executives lead inclusion from the top of the organization. Drawing on psychological science, interviews with corporate leaders, the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) experts, and her own experience in corporate America, Cox goes beyond the business case for diversity and answers the clarion call for human-centered organizational leadership. Leading Inclusion is not a how to book; it's a how to be book--one that educates, challenges, and empowers you and your C-suite and board colleagues to lead a diverse workforce effectively. You'll learn the historical facts that created the racial inequities and systemic injustices that show up in the workplace, even today. Leading Inclusion shows the importance of taking the pulse of all your employees, so you can identify meaningful actions to build an inclusive, respect-first organizational culture. Your organization can make a visible, tangible difference that employees will see and feel. Leading Inclusion will empower you to change your organization--and America--one employee at a time"--

Book Synopsis

"An outstanding source of information and advice for leaders who want to build inclusive work environments. It may also prove extremely beneficial for faculty and students of business administration schools. Highly recommended."
LIBRARY JOURNAL (Starred Review)

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Build an inclusive organization from the top down

In this groundbreaking book, organizational psychologist and executive coach Gena Cox delivers the message that humans vary, and human variation is normal. Yet true inclusion that embraces these variations remains elusive in the workplace. That traumatizing state of affairs will continue until executives lead inclusion from the top of the organization. Drawing on psychological science, interviews with corporate leaders, the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) experts, and her own experience in corporate America, Cox goes beyond the business case for diversity and answers the clarion call for human-centered organizational leadership.

Leading Inclusion is not a how-to book; it's a how-to-be book--one that educates, challenges, and empowers you and your C-suite and board colleagues to lead a diverse workforce effectively. You'll learn the historical facts that created the racial inequities and systemic injustices that show up in the workplace, even today. Leading Inclusion shows the importance of taking the pulse of all your employees, so you can identify meaningful actions to build an inclusive, respect-first organizational culture.
Your organization can make a visible, tangible difference that employees will see and feel. Leading Inclusion will empower you to change your organization-- and America--one employee at a time.

Review Quotes

"An outstanding source of information and advice for leaders who want to build inclusive work environments. It may also prove extremely beneficial for faculty and students of business administration schools. Highly recommended." --Library Journal starred review

"A real-world leadership guide to effective inclusion and diversity in the workplace." --BookLife (Publishers Weekly)

"A comprehensive guidebook to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in the workplace." --Kirkus Reviews

"... nuanced and personalized, reflecting deep understanding of the challenges implicit in addressing racial tensions in workplaces." --Clarion Book Reviews by ForeWord Reviews (5 out of 5 stars)

"If you are an executive who intends to build an inclusive organization but doesn't know where to start, Leading Inclusion will be uniquely helpful." --Dorie Clark, Wall Street Journal-bestselling author, The Long Game

"Leading Inclusion is an incredibly compelling and well-grounded call to leaders, especially those in the C-suite, to lead differently--to lead inclusively." --Dr. Steven Rogelberg, professor, organizational psychology, UNC Charlotte; bestselling author, The Surprising Science of Meetings

"Inclusive leadership is a business imperative. In this ideas-packed and humane book, Gena Cox explains how we can overcome feeble excuses and cultural ignorance to take the bold steps required to change our workplace reality, one employee at a time." --Des Dearlove, cofounder, Thinkers50

"Gena Cox's REDI methodology is among the most comprehensive and effective strategies available in our field. Reading and implementing her well-researched practices and internalizing the generous personal perspectives of this powerful Black woman leader will set your business up for success." --Dr. Tiffany Jana, CEO, TMI Portfolio; award-winning coauthor, Subtle Acts of Exclusion

"Few women of color can define the day-to-day workplace using a nuanced blend of personal experience, organizational psychology, and leadership effectiveness insights. Gena Cox has that unique voice and uses it in Leading Inclusion to reposition 'diversity and inclusion' as an executive leadership and organizational governance imperative." --Deepa Purushothaman, cofounder, nFormation; author, The First, the Few, the Only

"Painstakingly researched yet practical, and nuanced yet digestible, Leading Inclusion is a must-read for every leader eager to build a culture of respect, equity, inclusion, and belonging." --Gorick Ng, Wall Street Journal-bestselling author, The Unspoken Rules

About the Author

Gena Cox is an organizational psychologist and executive coach. Gena advises executives how to build and lead inclusive workplace cultures that work for all employees, not just a lucky few. Gena is active in the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology and serves on advisory boards at the University of South Florida and the University of Tampa. She contributes to national publications, including Harvard Business Review, and holds a Ph.D. in Industrial & Organizational Psychology.