| Subtitle | What Grinds My Gears - From Frustration to Function |
| By | David Otudeko |
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| ISBN | 9781919279602 |
| Non-Fiction Genre | Social Issues / Psychology / Society |
| Publication Date | 11/20/2025 |
| Price | 10.99 |
| Paperback Hyperlink | https://www.amazon.co.uk/DEI-Me-Grinds-Frustration-Function/dp/1919279601 |
Synopsis
With a foreword by Baroness Nicky Morgan, DEI and Me cuts through corporate jargon to explore how diversity, equity and inclusion are experienced in real life. Blending professional insight with personal reflection, David Otudeko examines the psychological and social dynamics shaping identity, difference, belonging and whether people feel included.
Authors Biography
David Otudeko is the author of DEI and Me, winner of the Diversity, Inclusion and Equality category at the 2026 Business Book Awards. A senior financial-services leader, he draws on nearly 25 years of experience and lived experience to examine identity, belonging and inclusion.
Reviews
“Packed with insight, humanity and humour, this book offers an authentic perspective that will leave you seeing the world differently.” – Julie, Amazon UK
“This is not your HR-sanctioned guide to DEI. David spares neither the cosplayer nor the refuseniks from his insightful critique of today’s workplace.” – Sam White, Specialist Partner, Flint Global, and former Chief of Staff to Sir Keir Starmer
“Simply put, reading it will make you a better person, a better employee and a better manager.” – Christopher Cundy, Managing Editor, InsuranceERM
“This book delivers fresh clarity, inspires action and challenges your thinking while making you smile along the way.” – Emma McWilliam, Partner, Hymans Robertson

very good and intresting!
Simply put ‘Captivating’
Great book. Love it.
Great book, great read, must read!
Finally a discussion on DEI with some nuance. Very insightful.
Everyone should read this!
A must read for anyone that wants to learn more about DEI.
A great book packed with insights!
Highly recommended.
Its a fantastic and insightful read that can improve yout efficiency as an ally. it can also support creating inclusion and psychological safety at work in a meaningful way.
Excellent book with important insights on DEI.
Great read! Important insights everyone should abide by
Constructive approach to DEI topic, truly eye-opening and argued in a balanced way.
Written with the naunces that the subject deserved.
A very good read indeed.