Authentic Diversity

How to Change the Workplace for Good

By: Michelle Silverthorn

Narrated by: Janina Edwards

Length: 5 hrs and 8 mins

Publisher's summary

The nation has transformed. The calls for racial equity are loud and insistent and they are now being listened to. And yet, companies across the country are still far behind when it comes to equity in the workplace. For decades, we've heard variations on the same theme on how to increase diversity and inclusion and we have still not moved. If we want equity to matter inside and outside the workplace, if we want to be real allies for change, then we need a new approach. We need to stop following trends. We need to lead change.

In Authentic Diversity, culture change expert and diversity speaker Michelle Silverthorn explains how to transform diversity and inclusion from mere lip service into the very heart of leadership. Following the journey of a Black woman in the workplace, leaders learn the old rules of diversity that keep failing her and millions like her again and again, and the new rules they must put in place to make success a reality for everyone. A millennial, immigrant, and Black woman in America, Michelle will show you how to lead a space centered on equity, allyship, and inclusion and how together we can build a new organization, and nation, centered on justice.

©2021 Michelle Silverthorn (P)2021 Gildan Media

A must read/listen

This was a great addition to my library. I’m glad
I chose this book! This type of books are an eye opening and every single person in leadership should get a hold of it. Many people
In leadership positions need to understand diversity and the meaning of it! Diversity can connect us!

Excellent!

Well written and on point! Innovative content. One of the best on this subject.

Recommend 10/10

It felt like a conversation with an expert whose sharing steps and tips for long-term sustainable & authentic change in an organization. I listened intensely and took copious notes. My favorite DEIJ book to-date. Gratitude to Michelle and the narrater, as well.

A must read for DEI leaders!

Go beyond the business case! The author makes a compelling story as well as providing practical rules to implement the change.

Remarkable

I - like the millions of other people - made a New Years resolution to read 20 minutes a day. I'm not a reader and never really have been which is why I have audible. I had a list of 24 books that I wanted to read this year. This was not one of them but it was one I came across while looking for the other books so I had to give it a read (listen). I finished this in 3 days and I will tell you why. I've never had someone who doesn't know me express exactly how it feels to be me every day of my life. To the other Jasmine's of the world, you are not alone - I see you and I hear you and I feel you.

I needed this and am now better equipped

I'm an Asian American cis male middle manager who has benefitted from being white-adjacent and has only just begun his reckoning and relationship with social justice. I am passionate about my workplace culture and have had the privilege of being a part of shaping it years ago. This book served as a fresh take on diversity programs. Something about industry norms on diversity programs didn't sit well with me and Michelle and Janina helped put words to those feelings. After finishing the book, I feel much better equipped to engage with relentlessly improving how I work with my colleagues, how I interview, and how we re-articulate what matters to us.

Equity in Action

Exceptional guide to creating an equity focused workforce! I can’t wait to put these tools in action!

True Rules for Success

I enjoyed it. Great information that can be applied. Thank you for writing this.