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Today's corporate America is slowly starting to wise up to the importance of diversity and equity, but executives and decision makers still have a long, long way to go. As a professional of color, there's a lot we can do to take matters into our own hands, getting savvy in our pursuit of our goals and overcoming the obstacles we still face on a daily basis. The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color will help underrepresented individuals from all backgrounds grow to their full potential. Yes, it is possible for minorities to attain senior level leadership positions within companies of all sizes and in all sectors. Yes, it is difficult, but this book provides actionable advice that will help clear away the roadblocks and navigate the path to the C-suite. Author Dr. Errol L. Pierre knows what he's talking about. Having worked his own way up through the ranks, Pierre is a Senior VP at one of the most notable healthcare nonprofits in New York. He's also served as Chief Operating Officer in the health insurance industry. Drawing on his personal experience and firsthand wisdom, plus proven strategies, innovative insights, and practical know-how from across industries, Pierre equips readers with knowledge and inspiration to achieve great things. The Way Up contains everything readers need to make short work of climbing the corporate ladder. This is not a critique of the current state of affairs, but rather a step-by-step guide to succeeding given the reality we currently live in. America needs minorities in leadership, now more than ever. Alongside writer Jim Jermanok, Pierre provides talented professionals with the road map they need to answer America's call and build the careers of their dreams.