Overview

Nicholas said a conversation about gender equity without men did not meet the criteria for inclusion. Blake said equity is essential and will happen when we acknowledge that men face challenges too. In Men-in-the-Middle, author Kori Reed interviews men across corporate America about gender equity in the workplace. This is a topic men can influence, as they hold nearly 75 percent of C-suite positions, but they don't talk about it at the office. As it turns out, men have a lot to say! They are aware of the issues and the impacts and, at the same time, unsure of what to do. This uncertainty renders Men-in-the-Middle, even though they may be supporters, on the silent sidelines of gender equity. Combining interviews with insights from secondary research, Reed seeks to provide a framework to understand this ""silent majority"" and shine the light on new perspectives and topics that often go undiscussed. Men-in-the-Middle: Conversations to Gain Momentum with Gender Equity's Silent Majority invites men and women to cultivate conversations by providing an orientation on perspective-taking and laying a foundation to move gender equity forward in a new inclusive way.

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"""Bold, thoughtful perspective on the complexities of gender equity in the workplace."" - Booklife Review ""A powerful, research-based masterwork on understanding the concerns and questions of men. It is an actionable roadmap and playbook for empowering the pivotal men in the middle."" - David G. Smith and W. Brad Johnson, Authors of Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the WorkPlace ""Well researched and written, Reed's work is a 'call to arms' for males trying to make sense of the #MeToo movement. Bravo!"" - William Carmichael, PhD, MBA, Corporate Training Leader ""Reed weaves together layers of voices post #MeToo, including men's fears, hesitations, and shifting mindsets. The fabric at this book's core gives emotional support and hope for collaboration across the gender divide."" - Michael Welp PhD, Co-Founder WMFDP, Author of Four Days to Change ""This is the conversation the world needs to have on gender."" - Mark Dollins, Author and President, North Star Communications ""A fascinating read and a dynamic tool for sparking new conversations about gender equity and bringing about meaningful change."" - Katherine Ritchey, Executive director and chief of staff for communications, University of Chicago ""A refreshing and well-researched book on gender equity where the author isn't pointing fingers or placing blame. Rather, she does an excellent job informing readers with facts, statistics, and insights from real people so we can form our own opinions, calling both men and women to join the conversation on gender equity."" - Dr. Deanne DeVries, PhD, Best-Selling Author of Africa: Open for Business ""Kori Reed provides a great balanced perspective that not only highlights the topic, but helps men and women realize the importance of coming together to resolve an important issue. Without balance we can't make a difference."" - John Hine, President, JHine Associates"

"""A powerful, research-based masterwork on understanding the concerns and questions of men. It is an actionable roadmap and playbook for empowering the pivotal men in the middle."" - David G. Smith and W. Brad Johnson, Authors of Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the WorkPlace ""Well researched and written, Reed's work is a 'call to arms' for males trying to make sense of the #MeToo movement. Bravo!"" - William Carmichael, PhD, MBA, Corporate Training Leader ""Reed weaves together layers of voices post #MeToo, including men's fears, hesitations, and shifting mindsets. The fabric at this book's core gives emotional support and hope for collaboration across the gender divide."" - Michael Welp PhD, Co-Founder WMFDP, Author of Four Days to Change ""This is the conversation the world needs to have on gender, and Reed's done an amazing job explaining not just the whys but the hows. It's a must read on one of the most critical DE&I topics we're all trying to solve."" - Mark Dollins, Author and President, North Star Communications ""Packed with quality interviews, quotes, and Reed's real-life experience, making this book come to life. In addition, the chapter questions and change management application make it a driver of positive change for gender equity."" - Theresa Nordstrom, SPHR, Founder and Chief Talent Officer, Talent Company Inc. ""In weaving together candid conversations with men in the middle, research-backed insights, examples from history, lessons from her career in business communications, and personal anecdotes, Reed creates both a fascinating read and a dynamic tool for sparking new conversations about gender equity and bringing about meaningful change."" - Katherine Ritchey, Executive director and chief of staff for communications, University of Chicago ""A refreshing and well-researched book on gender equity where the author isn't pointing fingers or placing blame. Rather, she does an excellent job informing readers with facts, statistics, and insights from real people so we can form our own opinions, calling both men and women to join the conversation on gender equity."" - Dr. Deanne DeVries, PhD, Best-Selling Author of Africa: Open for Business ""Kori Reed provides a great balanced perspective that not only highlights the topic, but helps men and women realize the importance of coming together to resolve an important issue. Without balance we can't make a difference."" - John Hine,"

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With an undergrad in journalism, a master's in communication, and extensive corporate experience, Kori Reed has spent years inspiring conversations that fuel connection and ignite change. She delights in pursuing the unspoken undercurrents of a topic to get to the root cause and address the crux of the matter. For more than two decades, she worked for large, complex Fortune 500 companies, including Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Quaker Oats, PepsiCo, and Conagra Brands. These experiences instilled the value of authentic dialog and finding clarity amid conflict and chaos. As a mom of four-two women and two men-she is fervent about gender equity and creating a world where a rising tide lifts all boats for the world's daughters and sons.

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