The Way Up - by Errol L Pierre & Jim Jermanok (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Cubicle to the Corner Office is a pragmatic, actionable advisory book to help minorities from all ethnic backgrounds achieve their goals in today's corporate America. This guidebook is a step-by-step approach to understanding the skills and strategies required to elevate oneself from an individual contributor or middle management role to a senior level position within a company. Now more than ever, it is essential for minorities in the business world to learn how to navigate through the halls and digital Zoom calls of corporate America. The book will consist of 12 lessons or short stories. Each chapter of the book will provide pragmatic, actionoriented advice for the reader to pursue. The culmination of all this advice will yield a full-fledged roadmap for organizational advancement supported by proven strategies, innovative insights, and practical know-how. Cubicle to the Corner Office incorporates all the life-transforming and career-transforming lessons Pierre has learned throughout the years"--

Book Synopsis

Practical and actionable advice for minorities seeking concrete strategies to help them move up the corporate ladder

In The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color, accomplished executive Dr. Errol L. Pierre delivers a pragmatic and actionable guide to help underrepresented individuals from all ethnic backgrounds achieve their professional goals and elevate their careers in today's virtual workplace. The book takes a step-by-step approach to understanding the skills and strategies required to move from entry-level and middle management roles to the executive ranks.

Readers will also find:

• A collection of key lessons and short stories containing practical advice designed to help readers achieve their professional potential
• Strategies proven to work in the real-world, full of innovative insights and practical know-how
• Tips on navigating the offices and Zoom calls that make up today's employment environment

An indispensable discussion of what it takes to succeed in today's hyper-competitive professional environment, The Way Up will earn a place in the libraries of newly graduated businesspeople as well as seasoned pros seeking to advance their careers.

From the Back Cover

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.

About the Author

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