Unspoken

A Guide to Cracking the Hidden Corporate Code

By: Ella F. Washington

Narrated by: Ella F. Washington

Two years ago, Dr. Ella F. Washington, organizational psychologist, Founder and CEO of DEI strategy consulting firm Ellavate Solutions, and Professor of Practice at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, shared her vision for a fairer, healthier, more productive “workplace utopia” with business leaders looking to make positive change in The Necessary Journey: Making Real Progress on Equity and Inclusion. The book was a hit with the C-Suite, but left workers asking, What about me? How do I make sense of and navigate my workplace? How do I show up authentically when I’m the only person who looks like me? Do I even belong here?

Now, Dr. Washington is back with Unspoken: A Guide to Cracking the Hidden Corporate Code, a practical guide for workers across the spectrum who want to succeed in the business world without sacrificing their authenticity. Unspoken is the book for every professional who’s asked these questions, battled imposter syndrome, or wondered how to expand their power and influence (and struggled with whether it’s okay to do so). In the book, Dr. Washington explains the unspoken rules that determine success in corporate settings, coaching listeners in the tactics that will equip them to shape a successful career anchored in meaningful experiences. She shares practical strategies listeners can use to own their story and their strengths, leverage their skills, and identify opportunities to excel and advance, along with stories from fellow professionals who have faced similar challenges and successfully navigated these spaces.

Packed with fascinating research, helpful exercises, and real, practical advice, this book will help listeners build their capacity to move forward more confidently, empowering them and equipping them with the tools and tactics they need to thrive at every level of their organization and build the careers and lives they want.

©2024 Dr. Ella F. Washington (P)2024 Dr. Ella F. Washington

Storytelling and practical advice

I enjoyed the fact that the author narrated the book. I felt that I got to know her through her storytelling. She doesn’t just highlight the issues that people of color face in the workplace but she offers practical advice on how to overcome them. This is genuinely a book that has been written to uplift others. I loved Ella’s calm voice, she is a skilled communicator. I strongly recommend Unspoken to anyone who is battling to belong in the workplace as well as those leaders who have a responsibility to ensure that the workplace is equitable for all.

relatable to me as an executive in corporate America

Dr Washington took us on a tour of the unspoken aspects of corporate America and provides a lot of cheat codes that are useful especially for non-dominate groups. Her delivery is relatable and her insights are on point. very good read and will be reading again