“35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say will forever change how you think and talk about diversity.”
— John Gray, Ph.D.,
Bestselling author of Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus
Finally… an easy to comprehend book that will dramatically improve our diversity conversations
Dr. Cullen provides readers with highly successful concepts from her 25 years as a diversity trainer to address one of the critical issues of our time; diversity and inclusion.
The lessons in this book will transform the way we connect by reframing the dialogue and the language we use around diversity issues. 35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say provides the skills and awareness of how to avoid potential landmines before we speak. Maura sets her sights on building competencies for taking a PROACTIVE not a REACTIVE call to action.
If you’ve ever wanted to be more effective in your communication with others or have been afraid of saying the wrong thing, then this concise book is essential to becoming more inclusive and diversity-smart.
A POWERFUL DIVERSITY TRAINING TOOL FROM ONE OF
AMERICA’S MOST RESPECTED DIVERSITY TRAINERS.
Even well-intended people cause harm…
and they don’t realize it is happening!
Have you ever heard yourself or someone else say…?
- “Some of my best friends are… (Black, White, Asian, etc.)”?
- “I don’t think of you as… (Gay, Disabled, Jewish, etc.)”?
- “I don’t see color, I’m colorblind”?
- “You have such a pretty face”?
- “You are so articulate” ?
You may find yourself asking, “What’s wrong with saying that”? These statements and dozens like them can build a divide between us and the people we interact with. Though well-intended, they often widen the diversity gap sometimes causing irreparable harm personally and professionally.
In 35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say, Dr. Cullen outlines 35 statements that may be viewed as offensive or inappropriate and offers a brief explanation of why they are problematic. In the section called “Best Bet”, suggestions are offered on how to improve your response in the future.
THE PERFECT TRAINING TOOL FOR:
- Professional/Corporate Staff Development
- Human Resource Managers
- RA Training
- First Year Experience
- Classroom Textbook
- Summer Book Read for New Student Orientation
- Student Leaders
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“Good intentions are not enough as Dr. Maura Cullen so skillfully points out in her book. This well written, down to earth, no blame, insightful book is a resource every one interested in developing authentic relationships across difference must have. If you ever found yourself unsure of what to say to someone different from you (and said nothing) then this book will provide you valuable tools to be more effective every day.” -Judith H. Katz, Ed. D., author of White Awareness: Handbook for Anti-Racism Training Inclusion, Breakthrough: Unleashing the Real Power of Diversity and Be BIG; Step Up, Step Out, Be Bold Executive Vice President, The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group. Inc |
In no time at all, you will be better able to understand the dynamics of diversity and apply the skills to enhance the quality of your interactions both professionally and personally.
As a thank you for purchasing the book, we would like to assist you in jumpstarting your efforts with these complimentary gifts:
- GIFT #1 – two mp3 downloadable recordings of the “Diversity Mentor’s Series” – Every month experts in the field of diversity are interviewed to discuss current issues and trends that shape our diversity conversations.
- GIFT #2 – You’ll also receive my fact-filled report, “7 Steps to Success in Diversity Training®”
- GIFT #3- Each month you will receive my monthly e-newsletter keeping you up to date with current issues and resources
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“Dr. Cullen is clearly the go-to expert on diversity. I was personally astounded by how many ‘dumb’ things I say and how my honestly well-intended statements could potentially hurt my relationships, and credibility, with others. This is a must-read book for every student and executive in America who wants to understand what it takes to respect and work with today’s diverse global workforce.” - Brendon Burchard, best selling author of Life’s Golden Ticket and The Student Leadership Guide. |
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“This is the book that explains why people get offended by many of our everyday comments and shows us practical steps to improve our effectiveness around issues of diversity. Good for students as well as faculty and staff.” -Dr. Daryl G Smith, Professor of Education and Psychology, Claremont Graduate University |
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“35 Dumb Things is phenomenal in tackling diversity issues in an honest, humorous and straightforward manner. Not to read this book would be Dumb Thing #36! - Dr. Andrea Kandel, Executive Director, National Conference for Community & Justice |
I look forward to hearing from you and the results you’ve achieved
in your own efforts in
‘Taking the Adversity Out of Diversity’
For discounts on bulk purchases email Info@TheDiversitySpeaker.com!
35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say - Book
Finally… an easy to comprehend book that will dramatically improve our diversity conversations.
If you’ve ever wanted to be more effective in your communication with others or have been afraid of saying the wrong thing, then this concise book is essential to becoming more inclusive and diversity-smart.
“35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say will forever change how you think and talk about diversity.”
- John Gray, Ph.D., Bestselling author of Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus
35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say - Book - MP3 Audio Version
Diversity Mentors Series
In this 12 disk series, Dr. Maura Cullen interviews leading experts in the field of Social Justice and Diversity Education. Dr. John Gray (Author of Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus), Jane Elliott (Brown Eyes/Blue Eyes Exercise, A Class Divided), Kip Fulbeck (The Hapa Project), Dr. Jamie Washington (Washington Consulting Group) and more…..
DVD Video: Dr. Cullen LIVE at Bucknell
This is a video of a live presentation by Dr. Maura J. Cullen at Bucknell University. This is one of Dr. Cullen’s most requested presentations: Taking Adversity Out Of Diversity: Building Inclusive Organizations This honest and engaging program will inspire people to create more inclusive communities. Our biggest challenge in achieving this goal is our fear of being judged and misunderstood. This fear prevents good people from taking meaningful action. At times we are so afraid of saying the ‘wrong’ thing that we make the biggest mistake of all which is to say nothing. Our patterns of communication are vital to our success when exploring such explosive issues as race, gender, sexual orientation, class, disabilities, age and religion. This award winning session gets beyond our fear of saying the ‘wrong’ thing and teaches more effective and compassionate ways to connect.
83 minutes. Playable on computer, or DVD player.
Lessons from the Road & the 35 Dumb Things COMBO
Special for both books: $20.00
You’ll receive 35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say: Surprising Things We Say That Widen the Diversity Gap & Lessons from the Road (33% savings)
Lessons from the Road: Inspirational Insights by Leading Speakers in Education
Maura’s chapter, Success Strategies of Simon Says.
This book is 280 pages of inspiration written by the country’s top speakers and authors dedicated to youth, higher education, and service to humanity. The “Chicken for the Soup” format has the book divided up into a diversity of insights covering the following landscape of topics: compassion, difference makers, determination, effective communication, family, life, love, reflection, relationships, success, thinking differently and wisdom.
More Details
Contributing Authors: Rick Barnes ∙ Dr. Dennis Black ∙ Dr. Mari Ann Callais ∙David Coleman ∙ Dr. Maura Cullen ∙ Doug Cureton ∙ Jermaine Davis ∙ Nancy Hunter Denney ∙ Laura De Veau ∙ Mike Domitrz ∙ Dr. Lori Hart Ebert ∙ Ed Gerety ∙ Joel Goldman ∙ Dr. Maureen Hartford ∙ Patty Hendrickson ∙ Patti Geib Holmes ∙ Dr. Will Keim ∙ Dr. Walter Kimbrough ∙ Dr. Susan Komives ∙ Judson Laipply ∙ Marilyn Levin ∙ Dr. Joe Martin ∙ Delattoro McNeal ∙ Michael Miller ∙ Elaine Penn ∙ Kristin Skarie ∙ Lance Smith ∙ Marlon Smith ∙ Rev. Clay Stauffer ∙ Karen Stende ∙ Troy Stende ∙ T.J. Sullivan ∙ Johnny Tuitel ∙ Gary Tuerack ∙ Susie Vanderlip ∙ Vernon Wall ∙ Dr. Jamie Washington ∙ Curtis Zimmerman
The Complete Product Package
Special package deal of combined products: $72.00 (15% savings)
You will receive:
- Book – 35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say: Surprising Things We Say That Widen the Diversity Gap
- Book – Lessons from the Road
- DVD Video of Dr. Cullen’s presentation at Bucknell University
- Audio/CD set: Diversity Series Mentors package
(15% savings)
For purchases of 20 or more books, please contact info@MauraCullen.com or call 1.877.230.9318 for bulk special pricing.
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