Thank you to BookishFirst, The Sofolukes and DK Publishing for an ARC of Twice As Hard. As a retired white female, I found Twice As Hard enlightening for not only the workplace, but life in general. I think it should be required reading for new employees.
I was aware of some of the struggles faced such as unfair interview processes and outright racism. In my past workplaces, I would sometimes see new employers discriminate against people of color and decide they weren't "a good fit" despite the interviewee's qualifications. All types of racist reasons were given - the patient wouldn't feel comfortable, the patient can't pronounce the interviewee's name, etc. I did not know some changed their names to fit in and found that especially heartbreaking. Your name is who you are to a large extent.
I liked how Twice As Hard explained successes - visibility, setting your OWN bar high and especially knowing your worth.
I thought one of the strongest parts of the book was the mental health section. As a white woman, I have experienced anxiety and depression - but NOT from racism. I've never had to imposter syndrome myself to fit in. I didn't realize how difficult and mentally draining it all must be for people of color.
I think Twice As Hard was an excellent book that explains why people of color have to work twice as hard to fit in and should be required reading for new employees.
I was aware of some of the struggles faced such as unfair interview processes and outright racism. In my past workplaces, I would sometimes see new employers discriminate against people of color and decide they weren't "a good fit" despite the interviewee's qualifications. All types of racist reasons were given - the patient wouldn't feel comfortable, the patient can't pronounce the interviewee's name, etc. I did not know some changed their names to fit in and found that especially heartbreaking. Your name is who you are to a large extent.
I liked how Twice As Hard explained successes - visibility, setting your OWN bar high and especially knowing your worth.
I thought one of the strongest parts of the book was the mental health section. As a white woman, I have experienced anxiety and depression - but NOT from racism. I've never had to imposter syndrome myself to fit in. I didn't realize how difficult and mentally draining it all must be for people of color.
I think Twice As Hard was an excellent book that explains why people of color have to work twice as hard to fit in and should be required reading for new employees.