Braving the Workplace - Belonging at the Breaking Point

"A step-by-step guide on how to take action and create change for a diverse work environment
[including] Strategies for personal growth in finding a sense of belonging in the workplace [and]
Techniques for having inclusive conversations to foster a positive work environment"--

List of contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Where Do I Belong?
Chapter 2: Belonging and The Trauma-Informed State of the Workplace 
Chapter 3: Workplace Bravery and All the Stuff
Chapter 4: We’re in It Together
Chapter 5: It’s the Leaders, Stupid
Chapter 6: Getting Aligned on Workplace Belonging
Chapter 7: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Chapter 8: Where You’re at and Where You Need to Go

About the author

Researcher and storyteller Dr. Beth Kaplan is fascinated by the concept of belonging and how it impacts our work lives and spills over into our personal lives. She is a renowned author and speaker specializing in the study of belonging. Beth is interested in how workplace dynamics impact our well-being and how to help the unseen, unheard, and happy feel less alone.
Have you ever experienced belonging uncertainty? Have you ever experienced it in the workplace with no place to go and no one to talk to about it? Look no further. Beth’s writing combines rigorous research with practical insights, making complex concepts accessible and actionable for readers. Consider her your new workplace best friend.
With over two decades of experience as a workplace executive and an EdD in learning and leadership strategy from The University of Pennsylvania, where she researched belonging and workplace trauma, Beth helps companies improve their retention and culture. She is a sought-after consultant and advisor for Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, government, and educational institutions.
Beth's research on belonging has revolutionized how leaders approach team building and organizational culture. She is passionate about helping individuals and organizations create environments where everyone can thrive, bringing her expertise and warmth to everything she undertakes.
For more information about Dr. Beth Kaplan and her work, visit drbethkaplan.com

Summary

Dr. Beth Kaplan offers a lifeline for personal and professional growth with Braving the Workplace!

Practical steps for transformation. Dr. Beth Kaplan shares her expertise on belonging and the workplace while sharing insights on this vital element in a rapidly changing corporate landscape. Braving the Workplace combines groundbreaking research with engaging storytelling to offer a comprehensive guide for businesses. Dr. Kaplan provides a clear, actionable framework to help individuals and organizations cultivate a sense of belonging among their employees while promoting mental health.
Belonging and the workplace. This book is valuable for many readers, from individuals grappling with personal belonging issues to senior leaders tackling leadership challenges and driving inclusivity. It provides strategies to effectively assume leadership roles, create a diverse work environment, and boost employee productivity. Braving the Workplace is a must-read for making belonging a fundamental aspect of any organization.
Inside, you will find:

• A step-by-step guide on how to take action and create change for a diverse work environment
• Strategies for personal growth in finding a sense of belonging in the workplace
• Techniques for having inclusive conversations to foster a positive work environment

If you enjoy books on work culture, such as Belonging, Inclusion on Purpose, or You Belong Here, then Braving the Workplace is for you!

Foreword

• Dr. Beth Kaplan, Ed.D., is a groundbreaking researcher and expert in workplace belonging, bringing her extensive experience to her latest book, Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point. This revolutionary guide addresses the critical importance of fostering a sense of belonging in modern corporate environments.
  
• With over 15 years of experience in leadership strategy, Dr. Kaplan has played a pivotal role in transforming workplace cultures at leading companies like Salesforce and Dassault Systèmes. Her work has significantly impacted employee engagement, productivity, well-being, and retention.
• Dr. Kaplan is an influential thought leader and a University of Pennsylvania alumnus. She combines her academic rigor with personal anecdotes to offer a comprehensive approach to creating inclusive workplaces.
• In Braving the Workplace, Dr. Kaplan provides a step-by-step guide for businesses to recognize and address the layers of workplace belonging. The book emphasizes the importance of mental health and challenges outdated corporate norms.
• Dr. Kaplan shares her insights through her monthly newsletter, "Belonging at Work," and has been featured in numerous publications and speaking engagements, solidifying her as a trusted voice in the field.

Product details

• Authors: Beth Kaplan
• Publisher: Ingram Publishers Services
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 04.04.2025
• EAN: 9781684816958
• ISBN: 978-1-68481-695-8
• No. of pages: 244
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 228 mm x 9 mm
• Illustrations: Illustrationen, nicht spezifiziert
• Subjects: Guides > Law, job, finance; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Workplace Culture, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Organizational Development, Working patterns & practices, Office and workplace, Working patterns and practices, Organizational theory and behaviour