
Reach for this book when your teen is navigating the complexities of social media or feels like an outsider in competitive academic or creative spaces. Shavone Charles offers a refreshing, first-person guide to maintaining one's authentic identity while climbing the ranks of the tech world. It explores how Black culture drives digital trends and emphasizes the importance of curiosity and nerve in overcoming systemic barriers. This short, punchy memoir is perfect for middle and high schoolers who are beginning to think about their future careers and digital footprints. By sharing her journey from a small college to giants like Google and Twitter, Charles provides a roadmap for staying true to oneself while advocating for others. It is an empowering choice for parents looking to foster self-confidence and a sense of social responsibility in their children.
The book deals with systemic racism and exclusion in the corporate tech world. The approach is direct and secular, offering a realistic but highly empowered resolution that focuses on self-advocacy and community building.
A creative teenager who loves tech or music but worries they don't fit the 'traditional' mold of a corporate executive. It is specifically for those who want to use their platform for social good.
This is a short, fast read that can be read cold. Parents may want to familiarize themselves with current social media platforms and trends mentioned in the book to better understand the author's experiences and perspectives. A parent might notice their child feeling discouraged by a lack of representation in their chosen hobby or career path, or perhaps the child is questioning the ethics of the social media platforms they use daily.
Younger teens (12-14) will latch onto the 'cool factor' of working at big tech companies and the music references. Older teens (16-18) will better appreciate the nuances of workplace politics, networking, and the importance of equity.
Unlike many career guides, this is pocket-sized and written with a rhythmic, witty prose that feels like a conversation rather than a lecture. It bridges the gap between 'influencer culture' and 'corporate leadership.' """
Part of the Pocket Change Collective, this book follows Shavone Charles from her upbringing in California to her groundbreaking roles at Google, Twitter, and Instagram. It focuses on her role breaking barriers in many spaces and her work to ensure she isn't the last, highlighting her efforts to uplift Black creators and challenge systemic inequities in the tech industry.
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