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As \u003cb\u003eBeyond Bias\u003c\/b\u003e make clear, workplace gender inequality is a systemic problem caused largely by the (unintended) discriminatory operation of personnel systems, policies, and practices. \u003cb\u003eBeyond Bias\u003c\/b\u003e presents the four-prong \u003cb\u003ePATH \u003c\/b\u003eprogram for directly attacking this structural discrimination--and with it, individuals' discriminatory conduct: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eP\u003c\/b\u003erioritize Elimination of Exclusionary Behavior \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA\u003c\/b\u003edopt Bias-free Methods of Decision-Making \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eT\u003c\/b\u003ereat Inequality in the Home as a Workplace Problem \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eH\u003c\/b\u003ealt Unequal Performance Evaluations and Leadership Development Opportunities \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e In the authors' characteristically clear and engaging style, \u003cb\u003eBeyond Bias\u003c\/b\u003e lays out a comprehensive set of actions that organizations can take to ensure women no longer encounter gendered obstacles to their career advancement and find their workplaces engaging, supportive places where they--and everyone--can thrive. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvance Praise for Beyond Bias\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"\u003cb\u003eBeyond Bias\u003c\/b\u003e offers a curated introduction to the literature on workplace gender bias, and many concrete steps organizations can take to interrupt bias by providing more structure in their business systems.\" \u003cbr\u003e --Joan C. Williams, Author of \u003ci\u003eBias Interrupted: Creating Inclusion for Real and for Good\u003c\/i\u003e, Harvard Business Review Press, 2021 \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cb\u003eBeyond Bias's\u003c\/b\u003e actionable best practices equip leaders with the tools to create an equitable and more productive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. The \"must read\" for every leader who is serious about positioning their organization for success in the 21st century!\" \u003cbr\u003e --David G. Smith, PhD, Johns Hopkins University \u0026amp; W. Brad Johnson, PhD, U.S. Naval Academy, authors of \u003ci\u003eGood Guys\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAthena Rising\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Finally, a book that tackles workplace gender inequality at the root of the problem. Grounded in solid research, this book is a must for leaders determined to improve business results by fostering deeper engagement from both men and women.\" \u003cbr\u003e --Carol Frohlinger, President, Negotiating Women, Inc. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"\u003cb\u003eBeyond Bias\u003c\/b\u003e is a timely, powerful, and compelling book. In it, Kramer and Harris provide a clear and do-able PATH to create a business climate where people feel trusted and appreciated; one where DE\u0026amp;I is more than hope--it becomes a reality.\" \u003cbr\u003e --Andi Simon, Ph.D. Corporate Anthropologist and CEO Simon Associates Management Consultants \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Here it is! We've long been in pursuit of creating a bias-free workplace--what is needed to unlock so much potential and profit for our businesses. Yet so many companies have put in place huge efforts that have failed. Through their PATH program, Andie and Al show us how big goals are met through small wins. Focus on the seemingly small practices they outline that compound over time, and you and your organization will reach the goal we all seek.\" \u003cbr\u003e --Lee Caraher, CEO, Double Forte, Author of \u003ci\u003eMillennials \u0026amp; Management\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Boomerang Principle\u003c\/i\u003e, and host of Everything Speaks \u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAndrea (Andie) Kramer and Alton (Al) Harris are co-authors of two award-winning books: Breaking Through Bias (Second Edition): Communication Techniques for Women to Succeed at Work (NB, 2020) and It's Not You, It's the Workplace: Women's Conflict at Work and the Bias That Built It (NB, 2019). \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e They are contributing writers to Harvard Business Review's On Women and Leadership (2019), and Andie is a contributing writer on gender issues in the workplace for Forbes.com. Andie and Al are also the authors of hundreds of articles on diversity and overcoming gender stereotypes that have been featured in a wide variety of national media outlets including HBR.org, The HuffPost, The New York Times, NBC News, The Chicago Tribune, and Fast Company.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Nicholas Brealey Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50508995100946,"sku":"9781399801485","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_fc25d573-9744-40d0-afeb-0cd9e635b569.jpg?v=1730884756","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/beyond-bias-the-path-to-end-gender-inequality-at-work-9781399801485","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}