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The Inclusive Leader: Taking Intentional Action for Justice and Equity
What is inclusive leadership? How can you take practical steps to pursue justice and equity in your practice and in organizations in which you have a leadership role?
The Inclusive Leader provides a pathway for leaders to effect change through reflecting on and grappling with unconscious and implicit biases, encouraging honest discussions, and taking action to change organizational behavior for the better. It provides a practical framework for building the essential leadership competencies rooted in the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Competence in these areas manifests in healthy workplace relations, peak optimized performance, positive morale, and the betterment of society. Dr. Tyner’s Leadership Framework for Action™ provides four stages of
Intrapersonal (engaging in self-discovery)
Interpersonal (building an authentic relationship with others)
Organizational (establishing strategic outcomes and promoting equity)
Societal (developing sustainable, durable solutions)
As you embark on a learning journey within each of these stages, you are making a commitment to serve as a leader who will make a difference in the world. This book will give you the tools to reimagine yourself as an innovator, builder, and change agent.
The Inclusive Leader provides a pathway for leaders to effect change through reflecting on and grappling with unconscious and implicit biases, encouraging honest discussions, and taking action to change organizational behavior for the better. It provides a practical framework for building the essential leadership competencies rooted in the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Competence in these areas manifests in healthy workplace relations, peak optimized performance, positive morale, and the betterment of society. Dr. Tyner’s Leadership Framework for Action™ provides four stages of
Intrapersonal (engaging in self-discovery)
Interpersonal (building an authentic relationship with others)
Organizational (establishing strategic outcomes and promoting equity)
Societal (developing sustainable, durable solutions)
As you embark on a learning journey within each of these stages, you are making a commitment to serve as a leader who will make a difference in the world. This book will give you the tools to reimagine yourself as an innovator, builder, and change agent.
- GenresLeadershipNonfiction
89 pages, Paperback
Published April 1, 2021
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About the author
Artika R. Tyner
58 books16 followersDr. Artika R. Tyner is a passionate educator, author, sought after speaker, and advocate for justice. At the University of St. Thomas School of Law, Dr. Tyner serves as the founding director of the Center on Race, Leadership and Social Justice. She is committed to training students to serve as social engineers who create new inroads to justice and freedom.
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December 1, 2022
Author Dr. Artika R. Tyner uses her life’s experience and years of research to write a compelling book on the steps needed to become a more inclusive leader. Whether you’re part of a large corporation or a small local community organization, everyone can benefit from the research, antidotes and lessons within the pages of The Inclusive Leader: Taking Intentional Action for Justice and Equity.
The layout of the book reinforces the lessons taught in each chapter with information, quotes, a stop & think along with all of the cited sources. It’s also a novella at 89 pages and can easily be read in a single sitting.
My favorite antidote was about the accident and the surgeon. When I asked my future civil rights lawyer, 14 year old Samantha, I was happy when she didn’t just answer the question correctly but instantly.
Thank you to Books and Pens on Green Gable for providing me with the book to review.
The layout of the book reinforces the lessons taught in each chapter with information, quotes, a stop & think along with all of the cited sources. It’s also a novella at 89 pages and can easily be read in a single sitting.
My favorite antidote was about the accident and the surgeon. When I asked my future civil rights lawyer, 14 year old Samantha, I was happy when she didn’t just answer the question correctly but instantly.
Thank you to Books and Pens on Green Gable for providing me with the book to review.
January 17, 2023
Don’t let the compact size fool you—Dr. Tyner’s book is jam-packed with wisdom, information, and necessary action for today’s organizations. As she notes in her conclusion, incremental movement has been so lackluster in its results that it is time for dramatic progress.
The book starts with an introduction which could be its own chapter. I hope readers will read it rather than skip directly to chapter 1 because it contains the foundation for the book. The first chapter delves into the intrapersonal aspects of being a leader and an examination of oneself, one’s knowledge and values. Chapter 2 focuses on the interpersonal and how to build healthy, inclusive teams. The third chapter probes the organization’s culture and provides guidance for building a robust DEI mandate. The final chapter provides a rousing call for personal action to do what one can to advance the course of humanity.
The book’s balance of academic style with practical application should make it a welcome addition (and required reading) for leadership, business, and law courses in colleges and universities. Corporate leaders who are new to the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) may struggle without the mentorship of a coach or DEI officer. The Pause-Reflect-Grow questions at the conclusion of each chapter are meaty. For example, one of the questions in chapter 1 is to consider your beliefs and values about inclusion then write a personal credo. This reflection requires knowledge and self-reflection about one’s values and role as a leader. It is not material to be read quickly before moving to the next chapter.
In Dr. Tyner’s future work, I hope she will elaborate on some of the constructs presented in this book. For example, cognitive diversity may not have ever been considered as a DEI issue by some leaders. And while the case studies she presents are compelling, it would be a treat to read her analysis of cases representing a breadth of industries.
This important book is a must-read for those entering into leadership positions from academia and those leaders who are serious about making their organizations welcoming and inclusive for all individuals.
The book starts with an introduction which could be its own chapter. I hope readers will read it rather than skip directly to chapter 1 because it contains the foundation for the book. The first chapter delves into the intrapersonal aspects of being a leader and an examination of oneself, one’s knowledge and values. Chapter 2 focuses on the interpersonal and how to build healthy, inclusive teams. The third chapter probes the organization’s culture and provides guidance for building a robust DEI mandate. The final chapter provides a rousing call for personal action to do what one can to advance the course of humanity.
The book’s balance of academic style with practical application should make it a welcome addition (and required reading) for leadership, business, and law courses in colleges and universities. Corporate leaders who are new to the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) may struggle without the mentorship of a coach or DEI officer. The Pause-Reflect-Grow questions at the conclusion of each chapter are meaty. For example, one of the questions in chapter 1 is to consider your beliefs and values about inclusion then write a personal credo. This reflection requires knowledge and self-reflection about one’s values and role as a leader. It is not material to be read quickly before moving to the next chapter.
In Dr. Tyner’s future work, I hope she will elaborate on some of the constructs presented in this book. For example, cognitive diversity may not have ever been considered as a DEI issue by some leaders. And while the case studies she presents are compelling, it would be a treat to read her analysis of cases representing a breadth of industries.
This important book is a must-read for those entering into leadership positions from academia and those leaders who are serious about making their organizations welcoming and inclusive for all individuals.
December 29, 2022
Diversity, equity and inclusion ignite innovation and change. These are Dr. Artika R. Tyner's guiding principles to help leaders create and sustain a strong inclusive workplace culture to affect social change. Her newest book draws upon her two decades of experiences working for racial justice initiatives as well as her work as a civil rights attorney.
The book is divided into four chapters each with a theme, relevant quotes, anecdotes, a stop and think section, discussion prompts, short summary and impressive well researched footnote list to back up her research. I liked the inclusion throughout the book highlighting strong leaders, both men and women, who have been champions for advancing justice becoming change makers. Tools to build a leadership framework that will transform organization workplace culture and improve performances are accessible in each chapter. The author addresses the issues of bias, whether implicit or explicit, stereotypes, threats and the mindset of white privilege. It is noted all or any of these perspectives challenge leaders as change makers working for a more diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. Dr. Artika R. Tyner highlights how differences can be considered an asset as well as a strength affecting team building efforts in the workplace environment. Her writing is concise and straightforward. Leadership instructions are laid out clearly outlining all the tools and strategies their organizations will need to implement a call to action and ultimately make a difference to strengthen the workplace environment. This book is a valuable resource for anyone in a leadership role who hopes to lead more effectively and promote change.
The book is divided into four chapters each with a theme, relevant quotes, anecdotes, a stop and think section, discussion prompts, short summary and impressive well researched footnote list to back up her research. I liked the inclusion throughout the book highlighting strong leaders, both men and women, who have been champions for advancing justice becoming change makers. Tools to build a leadership framework that will transform organization workplace culture and improve performances are accessible in each chapter. The author addresses the issues of bias, whether implicit or explicit, stereotypes, threats and the mindset of white privilege. It is noted all or any of these perspectives challenge leaders as change makers working for a more diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. Dr. Artika R. Tyner highlights how differences can be considered an asset as well as a strength affecting team building efforts in the workplace environment. Her writing is concise and straightforward. Leadership instructions are laid out clearly outlining all the tools and strategies their organizations will need to implement a call to action and ultimately make a difference to strengthen the workplace environment. This book is a valuable resource for anyone in a leadership role who hopes to lead more effectively and promote change.
November 22, 2022
Being a leader in today’s society is no easy task. The author has put together some helpful advise and history of how the workplace and world function together.
February 13, 2024
5/5
For a book of only 75-ish pages, it was jam packed with information and advice. This is something I will be keeping on hand from here on out!
(For class)
For a book of only 75-ish pages, it was jam packed with information and advice. This is something I will be keeping on hand from here on out!
(For class)
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