Playing a New Game: A Black Woman's Guide to Being Well and Thriving in the Workplace

Black and brown women have made strides in leadership and professional achievement, but excelling at work can negatively impact their wellness. Playing a New Game provides a new way forward, where ambition and wellness can coexist and bolster each other. Dr. Tammy Wilborn's evidence-based best practices promote self-care and self-empowerment as necessary tools for professional success, allowing Black and brown women to prioritize their wellness while advancing professionally.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 27 October 2022
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Despite facing the compounded challenges of sexism and racism in the workplace, black and brown women have been making remarkable strides in leadership and professional achievement. However, the pursuit of success often comes at the expense of their well-being. The chronic stressors and demands placed on black women can lead to detrimental physical health outcomes, including sleep disturbance, hypertension, and diabetes, as well as negative mental health outcomes such as anxiety and depression. It is impossible to discuss career advancement for black and brown women without addressing strategies that prioritize their overall well-being.

Playing a New Game provides a transformative approach for women, enabling them to achieve their ambitions while nurturing their well-being. Drawing from her extensive experience as a professional counselor and extensive research on BIPOC women's experiences with race and gender stereotypes in the workplace, mental health expert Dr. Tammy Wilborn expands the conversation on these issues, treating them as a wellness concern.

Through her evidence-based best practices, Dr. Wilborn empowers black and brown women to prioritize their wellness even as they advance professionally. By adopting self-care and self-empowerment as essential tools for success, these women can rewrite the narrative and break free from the constraints that have held them back.

By embracing the principles outlined in Playing a New Game, black and brown women can achieve a harmonious balance between their professional aspirations and their physical and mental health. They can break free from the cycle of stress and exhaustion that often comes with striving for success and instead thrive in all aspects of their lives.

In conclusion, black and brown women have made significant progress in leadership and professional achievement, but their well-being must be a central focus. By prioritizing their wellness through evidence-based practices and self-empowerment, these women can achieve their full potential and create a more inclusive and equitable workplace for all. It is time for us to recognize the value of their contributions and support them in their pursuit of success.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 232 x 156 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538708347