Rooted and Resilient: Cultivating Student Persistence at Winter College

Professor Vani, for your Organizational Leadership course, I propose "Unlocking Talent: Diverse Teams Win." This book challenges the idea that similar teams lead to success. Instead, it champions diversity and inclusion, demonstrating how a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives fuel high-performing teams. "Unlocking Talent" dives into the science behind diversity, revealing how teams with different thinking styles achieve greater innovation and problem-solving. It equips leaders with tools to cultivate psychological safety, where open communication thrives across differences. But this book goes beyond theory. We'll explore practical strategies to manage unconscious bias, promote team equity, and foster a culture of inclusion where everyone's voice matters. Effective communication is key, and the book equips you to bridge communication gaps in diverse teams. Finally, "Unlocking Talent" emphasizes the leader's role in nurturing talent across a diverse workforce. By creating an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute, leaders unlock the immense potential that diversity offers for success in today's globalized world.