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Published by Matt Holt Books
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
Work isn’t working—for women or for men.
Despite decades of progress, women are still facing persistent gaps in pay, representation, and opportunity. But here’s what’s often overlooked: men are struggling, too. Pressured to conform to outdated stereotypes—stoic, aggressive, competitive—many men feel boxed in, disconnected, and unable to show up as their full selves.
In Men at Work, Jennifer McCollum, President and CEO of Catalyst, reveals a bold truth that the key to building inclusive, high-performing workplaces isn’t only about helping women—it’s about unlocking the full potential of men as well.
Through powerful personal stories and Catalyst’s groundbreaking research, McCollum shows how inviting men into the inclusion conversation as gender partners—not just sponsors or allies—creates workplaces where everyone thrives. Drawing on interviews with men and women at leading companies around the globe, she proves that when men and women operate as mutually accountable partners, fairness expands, innovation flourishes, and belonging becomes the norm, not the exception.
This book is a wake-up call and a roadmap for leaders ready to move beyond performative inclusion and toward real, lasting change. Because when we free men from the “man box,” we help men lead with authenticity, connection, and purpose—and we also help women rise.
Men at Work is for anyone who believes that inclusion should feel like a win, not a sacrifice.
Despite decades of progress, women are still facing persistent gaps in pay, representation, and opportunity. But here’s what’s often overlooked: men are struggling, too. Pressured to conform to outdated stereotypes—stoic, aggressive, competitive—many men feel boxed in, disconnected, and unable to show up as their full selves.
In Men at Work, Jennifer McCollum, President and CEO of Catalyst, reveals a bold truth that the key to building inclusive, high-performing workplaces isn’t only about helping women—it’s about unlocking the full potential of men as well.
Through powerful personal stories and Catalyst’s groundbreaking research, McCollum shows how inviting men into the inclusion conversation as gender partners—not just sponsors or allies—creates workplaces where everyone thrives. Drawing on interviews with men and women at leading companies around the globe, she proves that when men and women operate as mutually accountable partners, fairness expands, innovation flourishes, and belonging becomes the norm, not the exception.
This book is a wake-up call and a roadmap for leaders ready to move beyond performative inclusion and toward real, lasting change. Because when we free men from the “man box,” we help men lead with authenticity, connection, and purpose—and we also help women rise.
Men at Work is for anyone who believes that inclusion should feel like a win, not a sacrifice.
Product Details
- Publisher: Matt Holt Books (April 14, 2026)
- Length: 240 pages
- ISBN13: 9781637748077
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Raves and Reviews
“Men at Work offers a clear, actionable blueprint for how men in leadership can foster stronger teams and a more effective workplace culture. This book is a timely and practical guide for any leader focused on building a high-performing, future-ready organization.”
—Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO, Chevron Corporation
“Jennifer McCollum delivers a compelling framework for gender partnership that links directly to organizational performance. Her call to engage men and women as a united force for change is as refreshing as it is essential.”
—Jon R. Moeller, Chairman of the Board, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Procter & Gamble
“Men at Work is a courageous and compassionate book. It reminds us that equity is not just a women’s issue, but critical to our collective prosperity.”
—Hillary Rodham Clinton
“Men at Work brings both urgency and clarity to the role men can play in advancing inclusive leadership. Jennifer McCollum delivers an enlightening message: Equity is not a solo act, but a strategic partnership.”
—Paul Hudson, CEO, Sanofi
“Partnership, inclusion, and equity aren’t just ideals; they’re the foundation of stronger teams and better results . . . Men at Work provides a clear roadmap to building workplaces where that progress is possible.”
—Cathy Engelbert, Commissioner, WNBA and retired CEO, Deloitte
“This book belongs in the hands of every leader who believes in the power of partnership and inclusion.”
—Darryl White, Chief Executive Officer, BMO Financial Group
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