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All Pride, No Ego
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All Pride, No Ego

A Queer Executive’s Journey to Living and Leading Authentically

Jim Fielding
Wiley, 2023

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7

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  • Applicable
  • Engaging
  • Inspiring

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Jim Fielding has held senior leadership roles at leading companies, including Disney Stores and DreamWorks. But when Fielding started his corporate journey, he hid his queer identity. After coming out as a gay man and sharing his authentic truth, he urges others to avoid making his mistake. Fielding adopts a nonlinear, conversational style to share the most significant lessons he’s learned over the course of his career. Absorbing and often poignant, his story will help readers build their confidence and unleash their full potential.

Take-Aways

  • Don’t try to control everything – especially the truth about yourself.
  • Embrace continuous learning and stay relevant as a “change agent.” 
  • Find roles where you can shine your light. Know when to walk away from toxic cultures.

About the Author

Jim Fielding is a partner at the independent media company Archer Gray. Previously, he served as a part-time executive-in-residence for IU Ventures and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Indiana University. He was the president of Disney Stores Worldwide for four years, and has led consumer products groups at leading companies, including DreamWorks and Twentieth Century Fox. 

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