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How to Have Difficult Conversations about Race - by Kwame Christian (Hardcover)
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- If we want a more equitable workplace--and a more equitable world--we have to talk to each other about race.
- About the Author: Kwame Christian is the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, where he conducts training that helps make difficult conversations easier.
- 256 Pages
- Business + Money Management, Conflict Resolution & Mediation
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About the Book
"How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race equips you with the skills you need to make crucial conversations about race easier and more productive"--Book Synopsis
If we want a more equitable workplace--and a more equitable world--we have to talk to each other about race. But, for so many of us, that's easier said than done. When we avoid conversations about race, it's often because of fear: fear of discomfort, or of damaging important relationships; fear of being misunderstood, "canceled," ostracized. Negotiation expert Kwame Christian's motto is: "The best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations." How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race equips you with the skills you need to make these crucial conversations both easier and more productive. You'll not only gain the confidence to talk about race, but also learn how to actually make a difference when you do. Whether you're looking to create change for yourself and other BIPOC, or are a white ally seeking to support your coworkers or clients, you'll learn how to:Review Quotes
"""Christian has an extensive background in leadership development, and this is reflected in the way the book is written: straightforward, pragmatic, and outcome-oriented. The wealth of strategies included in the book apply to various contexts and are essential in conversations about race.""
--Seattle Book Review ""Kwame has a powerful, yet tactful and empathetic approach to having difficult conversations about race, diversity, and inclusion--all topics that are now more paramount than ever . . . This book should be required reading for all people.""
--Rebecca Zung, attorney, Amazon bestselling author of Negotiate Like YOU MATTER, and high conflict negotiator ""Kwame's relatable storytelling style, combined with his expertise in conflict negotiation, helps professionals across industries develop the tangible skills needed to build the confidence to engage in meaningful conversations about difficult topics, and the empathy needed to communicate across--and about--difference.""
--Tiffany F. Southerland, Esq., career coach, speaker, and host of the How Does She Do It podcast"
About the Author
Kwame Christian is the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, where he conducts training that helps make difficult conversations easier. He's the host of the world's most popular negotiation podcast, Negotiate Anything, and his book, Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life, has helped countless individuals navigate difficult conversations. The book was inspired by Kwame's TED Talk with the same name that has over 250,000 views. Kwame was the recipient of the John Glenn College of Public Affairs Young Alumni Achievement Award in 2020 and the Moritz College of Law Outstanding Recent Alumnus Award in 2021. He is the only person in the history of Ohio State University to win alumni awards in consecutive years from the law school and the masters of public affairs program. In addition to his work at the American Negotiation Institute, he also serves as a business lawyer at the firm of Carlile Patchen and Murphy LLP; contributor at Forbes; professor of negotiation for Ohio State University's Moritz College of Law, the top-ranked dispute resolution program in the country; and professor of communication and negotiation at the MBA program at Otterbein University. Kwame's proudest achievement is his family. He's married to Dr. Whitney Christian, and they have two lovely sons, Kai and Dominic.Dimensions (Overall): 9.5 Inches (H) x 6.3 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .85 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Conflict Resolution & Mediation
Genre: Business + Money Management
Number of Pages: 256
Publisher: Benbella Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Kwame Christian
Language: English
Street Date: September 13, 2022
TCIN: 1002716320
UPC: 9781637741306
Item Number (DPCI): 247-32-6426
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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