Unspoken - by Ella F Washington (Hardcover)

About the Book

The Corporate World Wasn't Built for You. That Doesn't Mean You Can't Master It.

There's no "playbook" for navigating corporate spaces. Or if there is, it was written a long time ago, for a very specific group of people. For just about everyone else, the workplace can be a tough space to navigate, like a test where everyone knows all the answers except you. Unspoken: A Guide to Cracking the Hidden Corporate Code is designed to serve as the playbook they didn't give you in college, helping you decipher the hidden rules that govern corporate spaces and develop the strategies you need to survive and thrive there, no matter who you are or where you come from.

Written by organizational psychologist and DEI expert Ella F. Washington, PhD, Unspoken is the book for every professional who's ever felt like they don't fit in, battled imposter syndrome, or wondered how to expand their power and influence (and whether it's actually acceptable to do so). Packed with the tools and tactics you need to navigate workspaces that may be uncomfortable, unfamiliar, or where you may be "the only one," you'll get the practical, actionable tips you need to get the most out of any corporate environment, grow your leadership skills, negotiate from a place of power, and, ultimately, achieve your career goals--all while remaining authentically yourself.

Book Synopsis

The Corporate World Wasn't Built for You. That Doesn't Mean You Can't Master It.

There's no "playbook" for navigating corporate spaces. Or if there is, it was written a long time ago, for a very specific group of people. For just about everyone else, the workplace can be a tough space to navigate, like a test where everyone knows all the answers except you. Unspoken: A Guide to Cracking the Hidden Corporate Code is designed to serve as the playbook they didn't give you in college, helping you decipher the hidden rules that govern corporate spaces and develop the strategies you need to survive and thrive there, no matter who you are or where you come from.

Written by organizational psychologist and DEI expert Ella F. Washington, PhD, Unspoken is the book for every professional who's ever felt like they don't fit in, battled imposter syndrome, or wondered how to expand their power and influence (and whether it's actually acceptable to do so). Packed with the tools and tactics you need to navigate workspaces that may be uncomfortable, unfamiliar, or where you may be "the only one," you'll get the practical, actionable tips you need to get the most out of any corporate environment, grow your leadership skills, negotiate from a place of power, and, ultimately, achieve your career goals-all while remaining authentically yourself.

From the Back Cover

For nearly 20 years, organizational psychologist Dr. Ella F. Washington has dedicated her life to elevating humanity in the workplace by making the workplace a better, healthier, more equitable space for everyone. As the Founder and CEO of the DEI strategy consulting firm Ellavate Solutions, a professor of practice at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, and an in-demand consultant, speaker, and expert on workplace issues, Dr. Washington works with everyone from students to CEOs on issues including women in the workplace, barriers to inclusion for diverse groups, and the construction of more inclusive corporate cultures. In this book, she takes her efforts directly to workers struggling to find their way in a corporate world that may not have been made for them, helping them to understand the unspoken rules that impact these spaces, develop strategies to get past these barriers, and build a career that maximizes their potential and helps them realize their dreams.

Review Quotes

"Unspoken: A Guide to Cracking the Hidden Corporate Code is a must-read for anyone seeking to navigate corporate spaces with confidence and integrity."
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