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Kevin Chaney

A Game-Changer for Navigating Corporate America

“Since applying the principles from this book, I've seen a significant improvement in my career trajectory. I've become more confident in my role, better at managing office politics, and more skilled at leveraging opportunities for growth. The strategies laid out in the book are not just theoretical—they're incredibly practical and easy to apply.”

Jai R. Dorsey, Corporate Managing Director

A Must Read For Anyone Working in Corporate America

“This is a must read, especially for anyone starting their career or has aspirations of working in corporate America. Or anyone who might be having difficulty navigating through the complexity associated with the corporate workplace.”

Anne Sajous-Thomas

Game Changer!

“This book is a game changer. The timing could not be better. While everyone is jumping on the diversity and inclusion train, we must remain aware of these biases created specifically to slow us down and keep us in a state of mediocrity. I love the book and plan on reading it again. Chapters 3 - Establishing your identity, 5. - Get Smart about money, 7 - Feeling stuck, totally resonated with me. This book has encouraged me and motivated me to start preparing for my ' next chapter'. Thank you Curtiss! Thank you for your guidance!”

Gustavo Holguin

Inspiring Book

“This books is full of experiences, advices and practical solutions to understand the corporate America culture. The pros and cons of how companies works on diversity at corporate level. I felt inspired when I finished the book. I recommend it..”

Quincy D. Harper Sr.

Phenomenal read, looking forward to a Conference!

“As someone who pivoted to Corporate America from the Military, Curtiss shined light on "How to Play the Game"! He touched on all aspects of the game. 🙏🏿🤎.”

Susan L. Middleton

This book is a necessity for all white collar workers!

“Please do not allow your children to enter the world of work until they read this book. If I had this knowledge at my fingertips when I was starting out, I would have been much more successful in my career. Mr. Jacobs eloquently, and with warm humor, tells you exactly as it is in every multi-national firm on this planet -- the players, the promotional opportunities, the goals, and the strategies -- all of which can stand in your way *unless* you understand how things are engineered. You will understand the tactics and the real skills that will accelerate your career as well as your personal life. This should be mandatory reading for all first-year college students. And please do not make the mistake that you won't need it because you hope to pursue an academic, creative, or sales career -- people are people and the issues are the same in every venture or organization. Your goal is to happily circumvent all the roadblocks while enriching your life. Mr. Jacobs shows you how.”

Verified Amazon Customer

“A must-read for understanding and negotiating business and people”

“Before I finished reading the first third of "Demystifying Corporate America", I had purchased a second copy for my niece. Reading the book felt like sitting down with a trusted family member while they generously shared secrets from the 'Great Book of Knowledge.' As an artist, the book resonated with me as a guide to better understanding people and navigating business; the unifying thread was how to identify the problem and healthily advance to the solution. Full of real-life examples, anecdotes and wisdom born of experience, it is clearly written, eye-opening and deeply informative. Curtiss is a natural storyteller with a photographer's observational skills. An enjoyable, conversational read!.”

L.S. Verified Amazon Purchase

“This book is riveting and surprisingly honest”

I thought this would be another watered down version of a career in the corporate world. What I found was a riveting and surprisingly honest account of how one must play the game. This book will make you a better game player. The author’s approach providing real life experiences as a corporate executive is invaluable to anyone entering the corporate world, but the lessons reach far beyond the corporate world.