Beyond Bias - How to Fix the System, Not the Symptoms, of Gender Inequality at Work

"Despite extensive efforts to eliminate gender inequality, little progress has been made during the past 40 years. BEYOND BIAS reveals two reasons why. First, most men have been on the sidelines rather than the front line. Second, the gender diversity techniques that are used to end inequality are largely ineffective. De-biasing individuals simply does not work. It's just too hard for individuals to shed. BEYOND BIAS introduces a more multifaceted approach, along with effective strategies and techniques to implement them. Part One discusses the causes of gender inequality and why they are so difficult overcome. Part Two introduces strategies to directly attack them in the workplace. Part Three applies those strategies to other specific areas of life. BEYOND BIAS is for both women and men who believe in gender equality. It provides a how-to manual for becoming visible, effective change agents"--

About the author

Andrea S. Kramer is a partner in an international law firm. Her work helping women achieve career success is nationally recognized. She is co-author of the book Breaking Through Bias: Communication Techniques for Women to Succeed at Work.

Alton B. Harris (Al) was a founding partner of a successful law firm. He speaks broadly about promoting diversity and overcoming stereotypes and biases. Al is co-author of the book Breaking Through Bias: Communication Techniques for Women to Succeed at Work.

Summary

A comprehensive program for finally ending gender inequality.

Foreword

A comprehensive program for finally ending gender inequality.

Product details

• Authors: Alton B. Harris, Harris Alton B., Andrea S. Kramer, Kramer Andrea S.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 28.09.2023
• EAN: 9781399801485
• ISBN: 978-1-399-80148-5
• No. of pages: 256
• Dimensions: 160 mm x 232 mm x 38 mm
• Weight: 540 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Social education, social work; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Gender Studies, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Workplace Culture, Gender studies: women, Social discrimination and equal treatment, Diversity and inclusion in the workplace, Discrimination in employment and harassment law, Discrimination in employment law