ANNOUNCING OUR LATEST BOOK!

 YOUR QUEER CAREER®: 

WORKPLACE ADVICE FROM
"THE GAY LEADERSHIP DUDE®"

COMING  SOON !

 WHAT?   
ANOTHER BOOK?

Dr. Steve shares what Your Queer Career® 
is all about ... 

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 WHAT IS  "YOUR QUEER CAREER®"?

Think of this book as a "Dear Gay Leadership Dude ..." like "Dear Abby" but ... for us!

In "Your Queer Career®" ... "The Gay Leadership Dude®" answers questions from LGBTQ+ (and Ally) professionals on a variety of topics such as:

  • "What do I do ... I think my boss is homophobic!"
  • "Should I come out at work?"
  • "How can I address microaggressions in the workplace?"
  • "Do ERGs really work?"
  • ... and much much more!

The book is still in development, and this site will serve as our "progress sharing" space ... so visit back frequently!

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WHAT ARE  PEOPLE SAYING  ABOUT
"YOUR QUEER CAREER®"?

"Incredible! Your Queer Career is a roadmap to success for queer professionals. Dr. Yacovelli's expertise shines through as he addresses the unique challenges LGBTQ+ folks face in the workplace. Reading this book feels like having a personal mentor guiding you towards greatness."
— Justin Nelson (he/him)
President & Co-Founder
National LGBT Chamber of Commerce
"Dr. Steve Yacovelli's Your Queer Career is a must-read for LGBTQ+ individuals looking to make a lasting impact in their professional lives. His practical tips, combined with personal anecdotes, create an engaging and empowering read that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to conquer any challenge."
— Larra Clark (she/her)
Deputy Director
Public Library Association
"In a world that often tells us to hide who we are, Your Queer Career is a refreshing and empowering read. Dr. Yacovelli's compassionate voice and actionable advice make this book a breakthrough for LGBTQ+ professionals seeking success and authenticity."
— Jaymes Black (she/they)
President & CEO 
 Family Equality (the national nonprofit for LGBTQ+ families)
"Really great and insightful read. Your Queer Career offers invaluable perspectives and practical strategies for navigating the workplace with authenticity and resilience. I’d highly recommend it for queer professionals (and allies alike) at any stage of their career."
— Rolddy Leyva (he/him)
Chief DEIB Officer
Splunk
"From the first page of Your Queer Career, you'll be captivated by Dr. Steve Yacovelli's genuine and relatable storytelling. His advice on navigating homophobia, building inclusive cultures, and becoming an effective leader is invaluable. This book is a transformative resource!"
— Tony Tenicela (he/him)
Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
Sodexo North America
"Your Queer Career® is an original and relatable read. Dr. Steve Yacovelli's expertise shines through as he addresses common workplace challenges endured by queer professionals. This book provides practical tips on topics like dealing with homophobia and transphobia, having difficult conversations in the workplace, and so much more! It's a guide for anyone looking to thrive in their career while staying true to themselves."
— Rhodes Perry (he/him)
award-winning author of Belonging at Work and Imagine Belonging
& founder of the Belonging Circle℠
"From the first page of Your Queer Career, you'll be captivated by Dr. Steve Yacovelli's genuine and relatable storytelling. His advice on navigating homophobia, building inclusive cultures, and becoming an effective leader is invaluable. This book is a transformative resource!"
— Steven Garibell (he/him)
Vice President Community Business Development
TD Bank
"Wow! Your Queer Career completely exceeded my expectations. Steve Yacovelli’s expertise in leadership and diversity truly shines as he addresses the numerous challenges faced by queer individuals at work. As a gender nonbinary trans woman of color, I am proud to say that this book is groundbreaking, empowering us to embrace our authenticity and thrive professionally."
— Celia Sandhya Daniels (she/they)
Founder and CEO
Rebekon Consulting LLC
"Dr. Steve Yacovelli’s Your Queer Career is a must-read book for queer professionals looking to navigate their careers successfully and authentically. With his compassionate and insightful approach, he ensures that specific questions are addressed, while diving deeper into the unique challenges LGBTQ+ folks face and providing actionable strategies for success, all with a side of fun. This book is a must-have for every queer and ally professional alike!"
— Matt Skallerud (he/him)
President
Pink Media
"Your Queer Career is a breath of fresh air in the world of career guidance. Dr. Steve Yacovelli’s relatable storytelling and practical tips make this book a joy to read. It’s an invaluable resource for queer professionals on their journey to career success and fulfillment."
— Robin Dillard (she/her)
Founder
Business Equality Network
"Dr. Steve Yacovelli’s Your Queer Career is a shiny unicorn in the world of career development books. With practical advice and personal anecdotes, he creates a compelling read that resonates with LGBTQ+ and ally professionals alike. This book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to successfully navigate their career while remaining true to themselves."
— Kellie Parkin (she/her)
Executive Director
National LGBT Chamber of Commerce New York
"Your Queer Career is a really fun read! Dr. Yacovelli’s uplifting words and relatable stories will resonate with LBGTQ individuals on their professional journey. His insights and expertise in the queer community are extremely helpful for new and seasoned professionals. This book offers practical tools and guidance to help us thrive authentically in the workplace in an upbeat and positive manner."
— Rick Todd (he/him)
Owner and Publisher, Watermark Publishing Group
& Executive Producer of the documentary, Greetings from Queertown: Orlando

"With Your Queer Career, Dr. Steve Yacovelli has created an indispensable resource for LGBTQ+ professionals. His expertise and relatability shine through as he addresses the struggles faced by queer individuals in the workplace. This book is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth."
— Bernadette Smith (she/her)
CEO, Equality Institute
& bestselling author, Inclusive 360: Proven Solutions for an Equitable Organization

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 OTHER BOOKS   BY DR. STEVE

Pride Leadership: 
Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle

Our award-winning "flagship" publication,  "Pride Leadership" focuses on empowering LGBTQ+ Leaders to be even more effective in their leadership awesomeness.

Pride Leadership: 
A Leader's Workbook

The companion Workbook to "Pride Leadership" provides a space for Leaders to reflect on the questions posed in "Pride Leadership" as well as activities to drive the content "home" for readers. It take "Pride Leadership" to the next level!

Overcoming Poopy e-Learning: How to Effectively Evaluate "e"

The first of the "Overcoming Poopy e-Learning" Series, follow the story of Pearl White and the 7 Dorks as she learns strategies to evaluate existing e-learning content to be more effective.

Will They Like It or Use It?

Dr. Steve's doctoral research on developing an instrument to measure attitudes toward e-learning and computer competence. A must-read page turner for insomniacs (and the academic set interested in how to measure people's attitudes toward online learning).

ABOUT THE  AUTHOR 

Dr. Steve Yacovelli (“The Gay Leadership Dude®”) is Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group, LLC, a learning and development, leadership, change management, and diversity and consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA, with affiliates across the globe.

Steve and TopDog has had the pleasure of working with some great client-partners who we consider to be members of our “pack.” He’s worked with Fortune 500 greats like The Walt Disney Company and Bayer to amazing not-for-profits like The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and The American Library Association; large universities like The Ohio State University and The University of Central Florida, to small entrepreneurial rock stars like International Training & Development and GovMojo, Inc. We have thoroughly enjoyed helping our client-partners grow, develop, expand, and be successful with our corporate learning, change management, diversity and inclusion, and leadership consulting goodness.

With almost thirty years’ experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results.

Oh, and he’s quite fond of dogs, too.

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"MY NOT-SO-HIDDEN AGENDA IS TO HELP MOVE LGBTQ+ & ALLY LEADERS TO THE NEXT LEVEL!" 

~ Dr. Steve "The Gay Leadership Dude®" Yacovelli