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Mission of the book: To provide
organizational success strategies for firsts and pioneers as well to their co-worker supporters and the organizations in which
they all work. The Black Quarterback Syndrome:
How to Succeed as a First or Pioneer in an Organization This
management and co-workers handbook was inspired by the personal experiences of former Pro Bowl and first starting black quarterback
in the National Football League, Marlin Briscoe. Dr. Norm Davis wrote this book and coined the phrase and concept, The
Black Quarterback Syndrome after he discovered that many of Briscoe’s development experiences in football were similar
to the experiences of firsts and pioneers in corporate America.
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Book abstract: The book is
about the extra pressure many individuals face when they begin a new position and find they are “the first of a kind
or a pioneer”. The realization that no one else like them in their organization has held the position before can contribute
to additional stress beyond the routine stress one experiences in mastering a new position. This “how to” book
provides guidance and success strategies for people who find themselves in this situation. Many of the strategies are derived
from interviews with these pioneers and even their supporters, all from a variety of fields. Additionally, the book offers
guidance and direction for co-workers and team members, who are stakeholders in the individual’s success, want them
to succeed but are not sure what to do.
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