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I’m Not Yelling
Elizabeth Leiba
"I'm Not Yelling" by Elizabeth Leiba is a valuable resource for Black businesswomen navigating predominantly white corporate America. This book combines strategic insights with empowering messages, offering statistical evidence and anecdotes that shed light on the challenges Black women face in the workplace. It explores issues like workplace discrimination, microaggressions, lack of mentorship, and pay inequity, providing strategies and recommendations for racial trauma healing and business success.
The Psychological Toll of Being the Only Woman of Color at Work
Harvard Business Review | Ruchika Tulshyan
Being the only woman of color at work can exact a significant psychological toll, exacerbated by systemic bias and discrimination. This article delves into the mental health challenges faced by women of color in the workplace and highlights the urgent need for accessible mental health support tailored to their unique experiences. Danielle Jenkins Henry, a licensed marriage family therapist associate (LMFTA), offers four crucial strategies for women of color to prioritize their mental well-being in the face of systemic challenges.