ImmiGRIT: How Immigrant Leadership Drives Business Success - E-book - ePub

Diversity drives success when you harness the untapped power of immigrant leadership. Is your organization leaving millions on the table by overlooking the untapped power of immigrant talent? In today's fiercely competitive global economy, the difference between market leaders and slow adopters lies in one key asset: leadership diversity. And no group is better equipped to navigate disruption, drive innovation, and deliver outsized returns than immigrant leaders. In ImmiGRIT: How Immigrant Leadership Drives Business Success, trailblazing executive Ukeme Awakessien Jeter reveals the transformative impact of the signature strengths forged through the immigrant experience-adaptability, resilience, and resourcefulness-and shows how organizations that cultivate these qualities gain a powerful competitive advantage.
Drawing on cutting-edge research, compelling case studies, and her own inspiring journey as an immigrant, Ukeme provides a blueprint for harnessing "ImmiGRIT" to supercharge your organization's performance. You'll discover: The staggering opportunity cost of underrepresenting immigrants[AJU4] [RH5] [HA6] , who make up 14% of the U. S. population but only 3% of Fortune 100 CEOs. How pioneering companies like PepsiCo have unlocked innovation and profitability with immigrant leaders like Indra Nooyi.
Proven practices for fostering cultural competence, conducting curious conversations, and measuring progress to create an environment where ImmiGRIT thrives. Actionable strategies for recruiting, developing, and advocating for immigrant talent at every level of your organization. The key to building a culture of belonging where cognitive diversity drives disruptive thinking and market breakthroughs.
Whether you're a business leader seeking to strengthen your leadership bench, an HR executive committed to diversity and inclusion, or an immigrant professional rising through the ranks, ImmiGRIT is an urgent wake-up call and an indispensable guide to leveraging the full power of immigrant leadership. Don't get left behind in the global war for talent-discover how to harness ImmiGRIT and watch your organization soar.