Triumph in the Trenches shines a light on the realities many Black professionals face in the workplace. Despite the challenges, these stories illustrate how to rise above. break cycles of workplace trauma, empower yourself, find fulfillment in your careers, and lift as you climb. GET PRACTICAL STRATEGIES TO CHALLENGE THE STATUS QUO: Read how these professionals took on systemic oppression using hard-won wisdom.

The anthology, featuring a pivotal chapter by Dr. Cheryl Cooper. on “Breaking Through Barriers: My Choices, My Impact,” pivoting from the streets to the suites, she discusses what she learned throughout the journey is a reflection of self-perception, values, goals, and preferences. We make thousands of choices a day almost unaware how each decision shapes our life. By consciously choosing better ones, we eventually build the life that aligns with our true self and purpose. This book is an invitation to understand, act, and transform the professional landscape for a more equitable tomorrow.