They said to get a seat at the table. But what if the table was never built for you?In Build Your Table , Beverly Vanterpool—once a shy Caribbean immigrant, now a corporate leader—shows you how to navigate workplaces that weren’t designed with you in mind. Part career guide, part personal memoir, this book blends real-life stories with actionable strategies to help you succeed on your own terms.
You’ll discover how bias and invisible barriers with clarityBuild a network of mentors, sponsors, and alliesSpeak up with confidence—without losing your identityPivot into new roles or reinvent your career when the ladder endsLead with purpose and create your own opportunities through corporate life, entrepreneurship, or portfolio careersBeverly uses the powerful metaphor of the table to reveal the foundations of career success and the value of being intentional, taking measured risks, and embracing diverse career paths. Each chapter offers practical exercises to help you reflect, build skills, and expand your network—while finding fulfilment beyond a single job.
Perfect for women, people of colour, first-generation professionals, immigrants, and anyone who’s ever felt underestimated, Build Your Table is your roadmap to clarity, confidence, and a career designed for who you truly are.
You don’t need permission to lead. Build your table. Take your seat. Lead your way.
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Wydawnictwo: b.d
Data wydania: 2025-09-25
Kategoria: Poradniki
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Liczba stron: 270
Tytuł oryginału: Build Your Table: Find Career Clarity, Make Bold Pivots, and Thrive - Even When the System Isn't Built for You
Język oryginału: Angielski
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" [...] We can only be ourselves; we can only be great if we embrace our unique identity. [...]"
When I picked up Beverly Vanterpool's book "Build Your Table," the first thing I noticed was the gorgeous cover. It immediately caught my eye. Opening the book, I saw a beautiful dedication. It touched my heart. It's worth pursuing your dreams while you still have time; it's not worth putting them on the back burner because you might not have the time or health to pursue them.
In "Build Your Table," you'll receive great advice and plenty of exercises that can help you build your own professional career. Thanks to this guide, you'll be well-prepared for your professional life. You'll see what you can do to make your career go in the direction you dream of. Did you know that passion and interest can determine your career direction? As the author advises, when you've run out of ideas, you can use AI (ChatGPT) to help.
This book will also teach you what imposter syndrome is.
Understanding your financial resilience is also crucial. You can read more about it in this guide. You'll learn about the four pillars that support professional success. Are you curious about them?
Do you know what's under your control and influence?
One of the author's favourite tools is 360-degree feedback. What does it look like? I refer you to this guide.
The author clearly explains the difference between mentorship and sponsorship and shows how to build your brand.
The author is from the British Virgin Islands and her guide is aimed primarily at Black women, who, in her opinion, have a harder time in their professional lives than white women. I wouldn't divide women into Black and White.
Frankly, mothers have it worse because no one wants to hire them for four hours a day. That's why so many mothers in the UK don't work.
In summary, it's worth checking out Beverly Vanterpool's guide "Build Your Table" and starting to implement the changes she suggests.