OAKLAND, CA (February 6, 2024) — Berrett-Koehler Publishers is excited to announce the second edition of the popular title WE CAN’T TALK ABOUT THAT AT WORK! How to Talk about Race, Religion, Politics, and Other Polarizing Topics (Berrett-Koehler Publishers; Publication Date: February 6, 2024; ISBN: 978-1-5230-0631-1: $22.95). This book introduces updated research, fresh examples, and compelling insights, and now includes a brand-new chapter that showcases how two organizations have successfully applied the model for Bold, Inclusive Conversations® developed by Mary-Frances Winters.
Effectively engaging in conversations around polarizing topics is essential for creating unity and enhancing workplace productivity. The highly anticipated second edition by bestselling author Mary-Frances Winters and coauthor Mareisha N. Reese of The Winters Group, Inc., offers an informed perspective on navigating these challenging conversations in light of recent cultural touchpoints, from the divisive Supreme Court decisions on abortion and affirmative action to the rise in race- and religion-based hate crimes.
With the aim of fostering unity, productivity, and a sense of psychological safety in the workplace, the second edition of We Can’t Talk about That at Work! features a new discussion guide and equips individuals and organizations with the necessary skills to engage in Bold, Inclusive Conversations®. By recognizing the complexity of polarizing topics and providing practical guidance, Mary-Frances Winters and Mareisha N. Reese offer a roadmap for addressing sensitive subjects head-on with curiosity and empathy.
About the Authors
Mary-Frances Winters is the founder and chief executive officer of The Winters Group, Inc. She was named a top ten diversity trailblazer by Forbes and a diversity pioneer by Profiles in Diversity Journal. She is the recipient of the prestigious ATHENA Award, the Winds of Change Award from the Forum on Workplace Inclusion, the 2023 Profiles in Diversity Journal Black Leadership Award, and the 2024 Empowering Equitable Change Award from the University of Rochester. Winters is also the author of Inclusive Conversations, Black Fatigue, and Racial Justice at Work.
Mareisha N. Reese is president and chief operating officer of The Winters Group, Inc., and is a coauthor of Racial Justice at Work. She was named to Diversity MBA’s Top 100 Under 50 Executive and Emerging Leaders and Diversity Woman Media’s The Power 100 List. In 2023, Reese was named a Who’s Who in Black Charlotte and was recognized in the Charlotte Business Journal’s Power 100 and Profiles in Diversity Journal’s Women Worth Watching.
About Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Berrett-Koehler Publishers (“BK”) is an award-winning and innovative independent publishing company. Founded in 1992, BK is headquartered in Oakland, California. Our books, audios, and videos are sold all over the world and we also host online summits and offer online training resources. We are dedicated to an ambitious mission: Connecting People and Ideas to Create a World That Works for All. BK is a Certified B Corp and a California Benefit Corp. www.bkconnection.com
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