In 21st century America, where African Americans account for 13% of the total population, only 1.9% of senior management positions in the U.S. are occupied by African American men. Recognizing and training talented African American men in the workforce is especially important now, in light of the shrinking pool of talented labor and aging of the workforce. In this book, Dr. Roberts details the current landscape of executive profiles in today's corporate America, and offers an analysis of the apparent underrepresentation of African American men in senior management positions. Dr. Roberts also shares the success stories of 10 African American men's journeys to the executive suite. This book will help those who are climbing the corporate ladder to understand the obstacles that may stand in their way and how to overcome them in order to achieve successful career ascension. Dr. Roberts also provides valuable insight for current business leaders regarding succession planning in their search for solutions that lead to sustainable success.
Language
English
Pages
174
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Onyx Management Consulting
Release
April 19, 2015
ISBN
0692432159
ISBN 13
9780692432150
7 Practical Steps For Executive Ascension: The African American Void And How You Can Fill It
In 21st century America, where African Americans account for 13% of the total population, only 1.9% of senior management positions in the U.S. are occupied by African American men. Recognizing and training talented African American men in the workforce is especially important now, in light of the shrinking pool of talented labor and aging of the workforce. In this book, Dr. Roberts details the current landscape of executive profiles in today's corporate America, and offers an analysis of the apparent underrepresentation of African American men in senior management positions. Dr. Roberts also shares the success stories of 10 African American men's journeys to the executive suite. This book will help those who are climbing the corporate ladder to understand the obstacles that may stand in their way and how to overcome them in order to achieve successful career ascension. Dr. Roberts also provides valuable insight for current business leaders regarding succession planning in their search for solutions that lead to sustainable success.