"The essential guide to transforming work environments from conflict zones into high-functioning ecosystems" - Jay Van Bavel, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology at New York University and Author of "The Power of Us"

"A powerful model of organizational life" - Jamil Zaki, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology at Stanford University and Author of "Hope for Cynics"

“Our management landscape is littered with terminology that means so much, it means nothing. We want inclusive cultures. We want results orientation. We want equity. We want top talent. But truthfully we have no idea what these terms actually mean, and we’re sick of the confusing, polarizing word salad they’ve created. Thank goodness Khalil Smith has cleared away the clutter and has created the proverbial manifesto for how to shape cultures that make people feel welcomed, respected and set high standards for results. If you’re serious about shaping an organization characterized by the actions and experiences your top talent wants and your stakeholders need, you’re holding the roadmap to lead you there. Buckle up. The work isn’t easy, but so worth it, and you’ve got the greatest guide possible along for the ride. Read this slowly. Twice.” - Ron Carucci, Managing Partner at Navalent and Bestselling Author of “Rising to Power” and “To Be Honest“