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A different take on people issues that corporations face is proffered by Hyun, a former human resources executive who knows the subject well. After all, she points out, Asian Americans are growing 41 percent faster than any other demographic group yet hold only 12.5 percent of U.S. management positions. What underlies those startling statistics is one word: culture. Eastern values are almost diametrically opposed to Western. Asians are risk averse, for instance, preferring to keep their heads down rather than speak up or confront workplace issues. That emphasis on collective decision making and conflict avoidance hinders career advancement, at best, and, at worst, can derail future vocational choices. Hyun’s help is multiple, from individual profiles and skill-defining exercises to interviewing and mentoring tips, all geared to the special needs of people growing up Asian in a very macho, aggressive culture. Barbara Jacobs
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“(Empowers) individuals to take charge of their careers and gives them the tools to navigate the corporate structure.” — David Chu, Founder and former President and CEO, Nautica, Inc.

“Addresses an issue that most of corporate America and diversity experts have been silent about… [an] important work.” — Professor David Thomas, Harvard Business School and Author of Breaking Through: The Making of Minority Executives in Corporate America

“Finally! A book that addresses the truth and shatters so many myths and misconceptions about Asian Americans in the workplace.” — Vincent Yee, National President, NAAAP (National Association of Asian American Professionals)

“I strongly recommend this book to anyone who is committed to diversity and inclusion.” — Dr. Johnnetta Cole, President, Bennett College for Women

“Jane Hyun confronts the dilemma of how to be an Asian in America…a truly valuable and insightful resource.” — .D. Hokoyama, President and CEO, Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics (LEAP)

“Practical, personable and strategic, Jane Hyun is the workplace mentor every Asian American would like to have.” — Eric Liu, Author of Guiding Lights and The Accidental Asian

“Provocative, thoughtful, and engaging … offers insights and strategies for all persons of Asian descent striving for career advancement and success.” — Diane Yu, Chief of Staff and Deputy to the President, New York University

“Read this book and find out how best to manage your career in today’s multicultural workplace.” — Kyung H. Yoon, Vice Chair, Heidrick and Struggles

“This much-needed work … will be hugely valuable to anyone who’s interested in achieving cultural fluency in the workplace.” — Patrice A. Hall, Managing Director and Head of Diversity, JPMorganChase

“[Shows] where the gaps between the Asian American and business perspectives are, and how we can bridge these differences.” — Jade magazine

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