Celebrating Latino Books Month!

You may know May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage, Mental Health Awareness, and a few other National months but did you know it's also National Latino Books Month?

National Latino Books Month originated in 2004 and celebrates Latino/x/e authors and illustrators, books that highlight Latino/x/e culture and identity, and promotes literacy amongst the Latino/x/e community.

In honor of National Latino Books Month, here's a list of Latino/x/e-authored books that I and the Aligned at Work Team recommend you check out:

Inclusion Revolution: The Essential Guide to Dismantling Racial Inequity in the Workplace

Inclusion Revolution: The Essential Guide to Dismantling Racial Inequity in the Workplace by Daisy Auger-Domínguez offers step-by-step guidance for confronting racial bias in the?workplace.

"While her advice is directed at employees at any level,?Inclusion Revolution, by longtime DEI executive Daisy?Auger Domínguez, focuses on what managers should do—for instance, track diversity metrics for hiring, retention, and growth;?acknowledge conflict openly; and incentivize progress."?―Harvard Business Review

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Latinx Business Success: How Latinx Ingenuity, Innovation, and Tenacity are Driving Some of the World's Biggest Companies

Latinx Business Success: How Latinx Ingenuity, Innovation, and Tenacity are Driving Some of the World's Biggest Companies by Frank Carbajal and Jose Morey is an inspiring new message of resilient leadership for everyone.

“I was inspired to read about the perseverance many of our Latinx leaders experienced in their professional careers, as well as the challenges many overcame to achieve their dreams. Frank and Dr. José Morey have laid out in the book an excellent guide for our future Latinx leaders to learn from, and it’s important for them to know having a seat at the table matters. I think everyone will learn something valuable about leadership from reading?Latinx Business Success.”—TONY CASILLAS,?Retired NFL Defensive Tackle, Two Time Super Bowl Champion, Dallas Cowboys, and College Football Hall of Fame member

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Employee Resource Group Excellence: Grow High Performing ERGs to Enhance Diversity, Equality, Belonging, and Business Impact?

Employee Resource Group Excellence by Robert Rodriguez, Ph.D. delivers?a comprehensive exploration of the current state of employee resource groups (ERGs) in corporate America and?a step-by-step roadmap to?elevating their performance.?

“Dr. Robert Rodriguez has been a trusted advisor, and major asset, to us in the area of ERGs by providing Facebook with critical guidance, strategic insights and creative solutions. His deep expertise and credibility are why he is such a sought-after diversity leader and influencer.”—Barbara Furlow-Smiles,?Global Diversity & Inclusion Engagement Leader, Facebook, Inc.

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Uncolonized Latinas: Transforming Our Mindsets And Rising Together

Uncolonized Latinas: Transforming Our Mindsets And Rising Together by Valeria Aloe lays out an unprecedented, detailed map of the Latino mindset and what is holding the community back from achieving its highest potential.

"Valeria Aloe's book,?Uncolonized Latinas, features important, essential information not only for Latinas. Her detailed research provides vital tools and recommendations for all professionals and small business owners. Valeria has selected Latinas who share their singular stories which include excellent guidance for all entrepreneurs and growing businesses."?- Betsy Vavrin, President SMC Marketing

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Latino Talent: Effective Strategies to Recruit, Retain and Develop Hispanic Professionals

Latino Talent: Effective Strategies to Recruit, Retain and Develop Hispanic Professionals by Robert Rodriguez, Ph.D. helps business leaders grasp the cultural differences they can't afford to ignore and shows them how to enhance their employment brand within the Latino community.

"Latino Talent is a must-read for diversity and HR executives who are responsible for Latino initiatives in their organizations. The book also provides justification as to why organizations need to raise the sense of urgency regarding their Latino-related workplace practices." -TIM RICHMOND, Vice President, Talent Acquisition, Abbott Laboratories

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Latina Empowerment Through Leadership: Mindful Stories From Inspiring Women

Latina Empowerment Through Leadership authors Catherine Munoz Garces, Monica Rivera, Lizza Monet Morales, Celia Garcia, Veronica Corona, Roxana Damas, Maggie Antillon Mathews, and Jennifer Ibarra?come together to share stories, untold secrets and life lessons about what it truly means to be a mindful leader.?

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The Alchemist: 25th Anniversary Edition

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is an international best-seller and all-time favorite that transforms the lives of countless readers across generations.

“It’s a brilliant, magical, life-changing book that continues to blow my mind with its lessons. [...] A remarkable tome.” —?NEIL PATRICK HARRIS, ACTOR

“It changed my whole life. I realized of all of the people who had conspired to get me to this place.” —?PHARRELL WILLIAMS, MUSICIAN AND SONG-WRITER

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How to Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self

How to Do the Work by Dr. Nicole LePera, is a revolutionary approach to healing that harnesses the power of the self to produce lasting change.

"How to Do the Work?is an invitation to do the work with the inner tools we all carry within ourselves. The invitation is yours if you choose to accept it. Wherever you are on your path,?Dr. LePera meets you with open arms; your current level of self-mastery is the only pre-requisite. This is?a guide for your journey of becoming. The world needs your gifts, now more than ever."?—?Karlyn Percil-Mercieca, CEO of KDPM Consulting Group Inc, Certified Emotional Strategist and Neuro-Life Coach

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Auténtico, Second Edition: The Definitive Guide to Latino Success

Auténtico, Second Edition: The Definitive Guide to Latino Success by Robert Rodriguez, Ph.D. identifies a path to uplift and amplify their representation in leadership.

“[The authors’] insights will facilitate the development of a rich pipeline of talented Hispanic leaders who will make a significant positive difference for a world in much need of authentic and inspired leadership.”—David Antonio Rodriguez, PhD, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Human Resources Officer, Marriott International

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The Power of Latino Leadership: Culture, Inclusion, and Contribution

The Power of Latino Leadership by Julia Bordas offers ten principles that richly illustrate the inclusive, people-oriented, socially responsible, and life-affirming way Latinos have led their communities.?

“This book is a must for anyone who wants to know how leaders develop their practices within a community context. Bordas has pulled together illuminating examples with great lessons for anyone working to create an equitable and truly diverse society.”—Rinku Sen, President, Applied Research Center; Publisher, Colorlines.com; and author of?The Accidental American

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