This book is an interesting piece of work that comprehensively covers all the necessary aspects of diversity. It is a blueprint that can make any organization successful with chapters on diversity, equity, inclusion, and retaining integrity of identity.
-- Ms. Jyoti Kukreja, Assistant Professor, JIMS Kalkaji, Delhi
This is a book that encompasses a lot of key information in an accessible way. The points are organized well. The values of diversity are clearly expressed, with a detailed explanation of its history and background. I recommend this book for school libraries as a faculty reference material and for students' research projects. The context is well thought through and accessible to people belonging to different groups.
-- Abby Ahlers, Librarian/Media Specialist, Village Christian School
Diversity in the Workplace Essentials You Always Wanted to Know is a great and in-depth book showing a step-by-step view how leaders must sincerely value a variety of opinions, and how organizational culture must encourage openness and make workers feel valued. For any organization that is looking to understand how Diversity in the Workplace looks and feels, I highly recommend this once in a lifetime book gem.
-- Dr. Denean Robinson , Adjunct Faculty Member at University of Maryland Baltimore County
The topic is fascinating and a crucial issue in HRM these days. The chapters are written in an orderly manner. Everything looks good to me.
-- Fariba Azizzadeh, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Islamic Azad University, Department of Management, Piranshahr (Urmia), Iran
The book well conceptualizes diversity in the workplace. In my opinion, the book is well structured, and the author has systematically and lucidly unveiled varied theoretical concepts which impact diversity. The book will help students and readers develop the understanding of the varied effects of diversity at the individual, group, and organizational levels. It is also interesting to see that the book well addresses contemporary matters like the discussion around bias in artificial intelligence.
-- Prof. Biju Varkkey, Human Resource Management Area, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
Diversity In the Workplace Essentials positions itself as an essential companion in the field, not being too nation-specific, and highlighting questions that in this age, are important to know if you want to be taken seriously in the field. Highly recommended.
-- Joe M
Reviewer (Net galley)
A great book for everyone to understand their role in employment. It's well-written and interesting to read. I enjoyed it very much. A must have!
-- Karen B,
Reviewer (Net galley)
The book is exactly what the title says it's about.
-- Diana N,
Reviewer (Net Galley)
Diversity In the Workplace Essentials is a good read and covers the subject adequately.
-- M. A. Sikandar
Associate Professor-Management
School of Commerce & Business Management &
Deputy Dean (Planning & Development)
Maulana Azad National Urdu University (A Central University)
The varied topics included in the book are very relevant in the context of today's working environment. The chapters are well organized and the quizzes and chapter summary after each chapter come very handy for the students.
-- Dr. Suman Dahiya
Associate Professor,
Department of Management Studies
Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology (PIET)
Diversity In The Workplace Essentials You Always Wanted To Know by Jacquina Gilbert provides a comprehensive understanding of diversity by tracing its historical context and navigating through individual, organizational and social manifestations of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Written simply, the book has appeal for both, the casual and the serious reader. It provides guideposts for organizational action to effectively manage diversity. Self-assessment quiz in each chapter ensures reader enthusiasm.
-- Dr. Tanuja Agarwala
Professor, HRM & OB
Faculty of Management Studies
University of Delhi, India
Jaquina Gilbert with her vast experience and expertise in the field of Human Resources has included in her observations the comprehensive variables of workplace diversity viz. physical, psychological, behavioural, racial, cultural, ethnical, lingual, religious, and in economic status, etc. The author courteously illustrated the impact of these variables on the development and practices of organizational culture and explained how they can be applied to improve work styles for enhanced outputs.
-- Dr. V. Samunnatha
Assistant Professor,
Department of Business Management
Assistant Director, UGC-HRDC
Osmania University
This book explains the challenging concepts of diversity by providing clear examples. I would surely recommend this book to help people build their business strategies as per the changing times.
-- Veena Chowdhuri
Sr Recruiter for NTS-Unitek
Diversity is such a hot topic right now. This book explores all aspects as well as give tips to help your organization be truly diverse. Diversity helps us all succeed. Embrace the change.
-- NetGalley ARC Educator
I have recently started reading Jaquina's book and it seems very interesting to me. I first wanted to finish reading some essays on feminism that were waiting for me and now I'm ready for your book. I am not an expert in the field but the first chapter, the one on identity, is already providing me with stimulating ways of seeing myself and my world and is certainly a good sign of a useful and positive book. I will try to dedicate my free time to him in the next few days and I will let you know.
-- Claudio Marchisio
Diversity in the Workplace is an insightful exploration of the value and challenges of fostering a diverse workforce. The book provides practical strategies and real-world examples, making a compelling case for inclusivity as a driver of innovation and productivity. I personally liked the book and would recommend students to refer for their academic understanding.
-- Dr. Sonali S Joglekar, Amity university
