Fifteen Books for African American Job Search & Career Management Success
Posted on February 9, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Personal Branding, Multicultural Leadersip, Diversity and Inclusion, Multicultural Career Management, Diversity Recruitment, A Must Read, Mentors, Blacks, African-Americans, Women, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias, Interviewing, Job Search
You are the author of your career success. Below are fifteen books that may help you in composing some of your chapters. Many are recent publications and others stand the test of time. Most are written from an African American perspective.
We recommend that careerists, jobseekers, diversity practitioners, employers and career services providers explore each work to determine if the books meet your needs. You can preview them at amazon.com or your local bookstore.
Please let our Diversity Intelligence Blog community know what you think about them. Feel free to add other good career related publications to this list in the comments section.
The books are listed in alphabetical order.
The 10Ks of Personal Branding: Create a Better You by Kaplan Mobray
Achieving Career Success on Your Terms: The Nia Guide for Black Women by
Sheryl Huggins (Editor), Cheryl Mayberry McKissack (Editor)
Advice from the Top: What Minority Women Say about Their Career Success by Valencia Campbell
The Black Manager: Making It in the Corporate World by Floyd Dickens Jr., Jacqueline B. Dickens
The Colorblind Career: What Every African American, Hispanic American and Asian American Needs to Succeed in Today’s Tough Job Market by Ollie Stevenson, Dana Huebler
Cracking the Corporate Code: The Revealing Success Stories of 32 African-American Executives
by Price M. Cobbs and Judith L. Turnock
Double Outsiders: How Women of Color Can Succeed in Corporate America by Jessica Faye Carter
Good Is Not Enough: And Other Unwritten Rules for Minority Professionals by Keith R. Wyche
Leading in Black and White: Working Across the Racial Divide in Corporate America (J-B CCL (Center for Creative Leadership) by Ancella B. Livers, Keith A. Caver
A Long Way to Go: Conversations About Race by African American Faculty and Graduate Students (Higher ed, V. 14) by Darrell Cleveland (Editor)
Our Separate Ways: Black and White Women and the Struggle for Professional Identity by Ella L. J. Edmondson Bell, Stella M. Nkomo
Retaining African Americans in Higher Education: Challenging Paradigms for Retaining Students, Faculty and Administrators by Lee Jones (Editor)
Salsa, Soul, and Spirit: Leadership for a Multicultural Age by Juana Bordas
S.K.I.R.T.S in the Boardroom: A Woman’s Survival Guide to Success in Business and Life by Marshawn Evans JD
Working While Black: The Black Person’s Guide to Success in the White Workplace by Michelle T. Johnson
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Global Diversity Solutions Group, LLC
Forging Diversity Partnerships/Building Inclusive Workplaces
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African American Job Search / Career Management Resources – Part 1 – 40+ Black Professional Associations.
Posted on February 3, 2010 | Filed Under Diversity and Inclusion, Multicultural Career Management, Diversity Recruitment, African-Americans, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias, Professional Associations, Job Search
During Black History Month we are launching a series of posts listing web resources including professional associations, advocacy groups, corporate employee networks/resource groups, job portals, blogs and books that support African American career advancement and contributions in the workplace, as well as, educating employers on recruitment, training, retention and advancement to achieve more inclusive workplaces.
Below is a sampling of more than forty national African American Professional Associations. Read Multicultural Professional Associations Can Advance Your Job Search and Career Management to learn how to leverage the programs and services these organizations provide.
African American Federal Executives Association, Inc’s (AAFEA) mission is to ensure the government develops policies and programs that enhance the opportunities for African Americans in the Senior Executive Service.
African-American Women in Technology (AAWIT) helps its members advance their IT careers and enhance their personal development through special resources, resume bank and networking opportunities.
American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) offers a wide-range services to African Americans and other minorities working in energy-related professions; supports students through programs and scholarships; and contributes to the national energy policy.
Association of Black Psychologists (ABP) promotes and advances the profession of African-American Psychology influencing and affecting social change; professional development and programs whereby psychologists of African descent can assist in solving problems of Black communities and other ethnic groups.
Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) is a global member focused organization for African American Information Technology professionals and students. BDPA is committed to excellence and providing a wide spectrum of resources to members, corporate sponsors, businesses, educational institutions and the community.
Black Career Women (BCW) identifies and addresses the critical needs of black women in the workforce related to career mobility and achievement. BCW has implemented groundbreaking diversity programs to build positive relationships among diverse women in the workplace.
Black Caucus of the American Library Association The Black Caucus of the provides leadership for the recruitment and professional development of African American librarians; and serves as an advocate for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services and resources to the nation’s African American community.
Black Coaches & Administrators http://bcasports.cstv.com/ (BCA) - enhance the employment and professional development of ethnic minorities in sport in general and intercollegiate athletics in particular
Blacks in Government (BIG) serves the needs federal, state county and municipal employees and advocates for increased African American and other employment in the public sector.
Black Americans in Publishing, Inc. supports the advancement of black professionals and aspirants in all areas of the publishing industry, through career networking, mentorship, and education outreach.
International Association of Black Actuaries, Inc. (IABA) is a network of support and services to Black Fellows, Associates and students of the Society of Actuaries, the Casualty Actuarial Society, the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, and Enrolled Actuaries.
International Association of Black Professional Fire Fighters is dedicated to the recruitment, hiring, retention, working conditions and advancement to elevated ranks throughout the fire service.
International Association of Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA) has mission is to increase the involvement of African Americans and other people of African heritage in international affairs. BPIA fulfills it objectives in education, cultural exchange, economic development, professional development, referrals and awards grants and scholarships.
International Organization of Black Security Executives (IOBSE) has a mission is to represent, support, and promote minorities in the security industry through education, career opportunities and events.
National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) is dedicated to empowering African-American insurance professionals currently in the industry, as well as, increasing their numbers nationwide. It engages in the sharing of information for personal growth and professional development while providing opportunities for networking, continuing education, and building mutually beneficial partnerships.
National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) offers a vast array of professional development, career services, advocacy and information sharing programs for African American and other concerned educators; furthering the academic success for the nation’s children - particularly children of African descent.
National Alliance of Market Developers (NAMD) provides training, visibility and networking opportunities for African-American professionals in sales, marketing, public relations and advertising.
National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR) Read more
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PROFILE: Multicultural Forum on Workplace Diversity Conference
Posted on January 22, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Blogroll, Diversity and Inclusion, Multicultural Career Management, Corporate Employee Resource Groups, Legal Issues, Diversity Recruitment, Hispanics, Disability, Mentors, Blacks, African-Americans, Native Americans, Women, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias, Latinos, military transition, Professional Associations, LGBT, GLBT
Securing the D&I Future: Evolving Strategies, Meaningful Outcomes
March 17 - 18, 2010
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
About the Conference
The Multicultural Forum on Workplace Diversity is one of the largest and most effective diversity and inclusion conferences in the country. The Forum provides a compelling learning experience fostering business and thought leadership and results-driven practices in workplace diversity and inclusion.
In 2009, members of more than 400 organizations across the U.S. took part in the Multicultural Forum on Workplace Diversity. They chose the Forum because it provides a venue for discussion about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. In keynote sessions and workshops, you won’t hear a sales pitch. Instead, you’ll hear from peers about their successes and challenges. As a Forum participant, you won’t just listen to definitions of diversity, you will develop tools to bring back to the office, learn from best practices and have the opportunity to be challenged to think in a new way.
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Murray A. Mann and Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias
Global Diversity Solutions Group, LLC
Authors, Barron’s The Complete Job Search Guide for Latinos
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During National Mentoring Month Build a Strong Career Board of Advisors Step-By-Step
Posted on January 19, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Diversity and Inclusion, Multicultural Career Management, Hispanics, Mentors, Career Board Of Directors, African-Americans, Native Americans, Latinos, Asian Americans, LGBT, GLBT
National studies confirm that individuals who have mentors are significantly more successful in their careers than those who do not. Mentoring is beneficial for everyone and at all levels of the career continuum. The research shows that having a strong core of advisors and mentors is even more crucial for youth, women, people with disabilities and multicultural careerists.
Click on the links below to access a step-by-step guide via a series of posts on this site.
In A Troubled Economy Your Mentors And Career Board of Directors Are More Critical Than Ever
Mentors And Your Career Board of Directors - Part 2: The New Mentor Mix and Getting Started
Mentors And Your Career Board of Directors - Part 3: The Role of I in the Mentorship Process
Please share your recommendations and your success stories with our readers.
Posted by Murray A. Mann and Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias
Principals, Global Diversity Solutions Group
Co-authors, Barron’s The Complete Job Search Guide for Latinos
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Recruiting HR Volunteers for the 2009 National Society of Hispanic MBAs Annual Career Conference & Expo Career Management Center Oct. 8-9 in Minneapolis
Posted on September 20, 2009 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Personal Branding, Multicultural Leadership, Multicultural Career Management, Hispanics, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias, Latinos, Resumes / Career Marketing Documents, Interviewing, Job Search
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) is recruiting volunteers to critique résumés, conduct mock interviews and provide job search or career coaching at the 2009 NSHMBA Career Conference and Expo — Career Management Center. The event will be held October 8-10, 2009 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
This year’s conference is expected to attract more than 8,000 attendees and over 200 corporate and academic sponsors. NSHMBA is known as one of the premier Hispanic organizations in the country and works to prepare Hispanics for leadership positions throughout the U.S so that they can provide the cultural awareness and sensitivity vital in the management of the nation’s diverse workforce.
Colleagues who have participated in previous national conferences have called this event one of the best volunteer opportunities they have experienced providing not only an opportunity to build pro bono hours but also to work with top talent at an exciting and vibrant event.
To learn more about the conference and NSHMBA’s dedicated Career Management Center click on the following links
http://www.goeshow.com/hispanic/annual/2009/attendee_home09.cfm and
http://www.goeshow.com/hispanic/annual/2009/ATTCareers_CareerMGTCenter.cfm
LOGISTICS AND BENEFITS
LOGISTICS
You may volunteer for hourly, half-day or full day slots for any of the following days.
Thursday, October 8: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 9: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
NSHMBA will be asking volunteers which assignments they are interested in. Where possible, we will match attendees to the volunteer’s area of expertise.
Instructions will be provided to the volunteers.
The Center will also have a computer center for editing and reproducing résumés.
NSHMBA will have resource tools available for volunteers to share.
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS
1. Half and full-day volunteer benefits include: Read more
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Organization Profile: Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA)
Posted on July 9, 2009 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Multicultural Leadersip, Diversity and Inclusion, Multicultural Career Management, Diversity Recruitment, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias
The Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA) is a non-profit organization with a goal of promoting diversity in the hospitality and foodservice industries. MFHA’s focus is recruiting and retaining quality workers for our member organizations, through training programs and products developed by industry experts. The organization invites you to explore this site to learn more about the organization.
In 2008, after the completion of the new strategic plan, MFHA will focus its energy and resources on achieving two objectives:
• Driving Multicultural Talent to the Industry
• Building an Industry Specific Resource Bank to Develop Talent
Since its launch in 1996 the MFHA has focused its efforts on promoting workforce diversity, multicultural customer marketing, community outreach, and supplier diversity with companies from all segments of the food and lodging industry.
MFHA’s Report to the Community 2009
Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance
PO Box 25661
Providence, RI 02905
Phone: (401) 461-6342
Fax: (401) 461-9004
info@mfha.net
For Deliveries:
1144 Narragansett Blvd
Providence, RI 02905
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July 4, 2009 is also Career Independence Day
Posted on July 3, 2009 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Multicultural Career Management, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias
in·de·pend·ence (noun) - freedom from control from others or events, self-determination . . .
con·trol (transitive verb) – mange, exert power . . .
pow·er (noun) - capacity to do something, strength, control and influence . . .
During our uncertain economic climate, too many people feel that the recession has seized their career self-determination. However, we hold these truths to be self-evident:
Yasmin Davidds, international best-selling author and empowerment specialist, often expresses the following quotation in her presentations:
“Personal power comes from within and when you embrace it, you feel as though there is nothing in the world that you cannot handle. It helps you recognize that everything in your life is a choice, and it reinforces the truth that you have complete control over each and every one of those choices. While we may not have control over the events that occur in our lives, we have control over how we react to these events. You, alone, are in control of your destiny.”
How does this apply to your career? As we stated in our post Twelve Characteristics of Multicultural Career Success:
• Trust that you are the most important person in your career.
• Embrace your personal power to fuel your career power.
• Learn to leverage your cultural assets and transform any self-limiting cultural programming into career power centers.
• Activate your career power so you can be proactive in your job search, manage the process and to respond well, rather than react, to the events you cannot control.
Diversity Intelligence provides with tools and resources to help you to exercise your career power from job search through advancement.
Declare your independence today: “I Control My Career Destiny”
Posted by Murray A. Mann and Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias
Principals, Global Diversity Solutions Group, LLC
Authors, Barron’s The Complete Job Search Guide for Latinos
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Twelve Characteristics of Multicultural Career Success
Posted on July 3, 2009 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Personal Branding, Multicultural Career Management, Corporate Employee Resource Groups, Hispanics, Disability, Mentors, Career Board Of Directors, Blacks, African-Americans, Women, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias, Latinos, age, Asian Americans, LGBT, GLBT
In the course of writing our books and columns, we have interviewed multicultural professionals from all walks of life and asked for opinions on a variety of topics, including the characteristics needed for success. We compiled their answers, added our own experiences, and identified twelve factors for a successful career — a career that positively coexists with a fulfilled life, uses your talents and skills to their full potential, and maximizes your opportunities and growth.
You are the Architect of Your Own Destiny
• Life and career success can only be defined by you for you.
• Taking the time to develop your definition of success is essential to achieving career satisfaction.
The following are twelve characteristics you can master to achieve career success: Read more
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Multicultural Professional Associations Can Advance Your Job Search and Career Management
Posted on June 12, 2009 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Diversity and Inclusion, Multicultural Career Management, Diversity Recruitment, Hispanics, Disability, Blacks, African-Americans, Women, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias, Latinos, age, Professional Associations, Asian Americans, LGBT, GLBT, Job Search
Multicultural professional associations can play a pivotal role in maximizing career opportunities for minorities, women, people with disabilities, LGBT, immigrants and others with diverse backgrounds.
Many organizations offer a full range of services including career centers, job postings, conferences, professional development, mentoring, networking, professional and student chapters, scholarships, research, advocacy, profession-related programs, resources, local or online events and social functions. The associations often maintain strategic partnerships with employers that hire from their member’s specialized career fields.
You can also participate in the free multicultural groups on social networks, such as, LinkedIn, Facebook, AsianLife, A Mighty River, disaboom, iHispano, Out & Equal Workplace Advocates, womenforhire, etc. In many cases, you do not have to be a member of the formal professional association to join. The groups provide a forum for networking and sourced by recruiters.
Below is a sampling of general and industry-specific professional associations, plus action steps you can take to maximize the organizations’ resources:
• 40 Plus
• Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting (ALPFA)
• Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA)
• immigrant Professionals of International Origin in the United States (iPIOUS)
• National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
• National Association of Female Executives (NAFE)
• National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO)
• National Black MBA Association (NBMBA)
• National Business & Disability Council (NBDC)
• National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association (NLGJA)
• National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH)
• Network of Indian Professionals (NetIP) – South Asian
• Women in Technology International (WITI)
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Organization Profile: The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
Posted on June 8, 2009 | Filed Under Uncategorized, Personal Branding, Diversity and Inclusion, Multicultural Leadership, Multicultural Career Management, Diversity Recruitment, Mentors, Murray A. Mann, Murray Mann, Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias, military transition, Professional Associations
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) was founded in 1977 by American Indian scientists, engineers and educators to increase substantially the representation of American Indian and Alaskan Natives in engineering, science and other related technology disciplines.
AISES builds partnerships with tribes, schools, non-profit organizations, corporations, foundations and government agencies to support the programs and services listed below.
Mailing Address
AISES
P.O. Box 9828
Albuquerque, NM 87119-9828
Telephone
505.765.1052
Fax
505.765.560
Physical Street Address
(Priority Mail/FedEx/Overnight Mailing)
AISES
2305 Renard SE, Suite 200
Albuquerque, NM 87106
General inquiries
info@aises.org
aises.org
Programs and Services Read more
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