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"An eye-opening debut...essential reading for anyone invested in creating a more equitable workplace."
"Dunn marshals a damning array of studies demonstrating the persistence of workplace racism (one found that white workers were more likely to secure well-paying jobs than Black peers with equal education levels), and her pragmatic solutions include nixing such biased screening tools as personality tests and conducting audits to determine problematic practices in hiring and promotion... cont'd"
Dr. Uché Blackstock, New York Times bestselling author of Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine
"In Qualified, Shari Dunn dives deep into the insidious practice of Competency Checking, shedding light on how this unjust scrutiny disproportionately affects Black professionals and people of color in the workplace. Dunn's groundbreaking work challenges the false narrative that diversity equates to a lack of qualifications. Through a blend of research, interviews, and personal anecdotes, Dunn exposes the barriers faced by Black talent and offers powerful solutions to break through the glass ceiling created by Competency Checking. Qualified is a must-read for anyone passionate about creating inclusive workplaces and championing diverse voices."
Franchesca Carrington, M.Ed., Global Head of DEI at Shark/Ninja
"Qualified resonates with me deeply. It gave a name to the subtle yet pervasive challenge of 'competency checking.' It's required reading for anyone committed to equity, especially HR and DEI professionals. The section 'The Best Offense Is a Good Defense' is a call to action for HR professionals to be active allies and hold others accountable."
Damali Peterman, Esq., author of Negotiating While Black
“Dunn’s book is for everyone who has ever felt their competency checked, their qualifications questioned, or their humanity hindered. Dunn captures and confirms the challenges of navigating these moments, offering hope and heart to those determined to persevere. This powerful read is both a guide and a companion for those seeking strength and solidarity.”
David Glasgow, co-author of Say the Right Thing: How to Talk About Identity, Diversity and Justice and executive director of the Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at NYU School of Law
“Qualified is a trenchant examination of an insidious form of racism—how Black workers and other workers of color have their intelligence and qualifications routinely undermined. No longer can leaders blame a lack of diversity on an empty pipeline or ‘imposter syndrome.’ Anyone who cares about creating thriving diverse workplaces should heed this powerful book.”