WHY NOT BLACK MEN?
The Unspoken Realities
The System Isn’t Broken—It Was Built This Way
The book reveals how history, bias, and unwritten rules shape corporate America, making it harder for Black men to rise—not because of lack of talent, but because of structural design.
Identity Is Power, Not a Liability
Gaston shows that overcoming internal barriers—imposter syndrome, stereotype threat, the need to “fake it”—is essential. Authentic confidence becomes a strategic advantage.
Advancement Requires Strategic Navigation
The book teaches Black men how to read corporate culture, secure allies and sponsors, build relationships, and position themselves for leadership with intentional strategy.
Real Change Demands Reshaping the System
Beyond individual effort, Gaston argues companies must transform—creating inclusive cultures, fair pathways, and leadership models where Black men are no longer the exception.
I am—a Black man, created in God’s image, committed to living fully and authentically
Patrick Gaston
