Rich in substance, candor, and reassurance, cuts to the heart of why so many organizations struggle to make meaningful progress with DEI initiatives. Without blame or recrimination, the author articulates the unspoken fears that prevent most leaders from seeing the results they want—and need—in order to remain competitive in an evolving market. shows leaders how to step outside comfort zones, lead DEI from the top down, and create corporate cultures that will truly attract and retain top talent of color. Any hiring manager, CEO, or DEI manager will benefit from the insights throughout, empowering them to bring truly transformative change to their organizations. This one-of-a-kind read is packed with real world scenarios, true stories from those who’ve tried, failed, tried again, and are still on the journey by using the leadership strategies presented here. pulls back the curtain in a non-threatening, engaging way that makes success with DEI both accessible and attainable.