Ernest Chang | The Silent Minority: Reclaiming Asian Identity at Work

When it comes to DEI conversations, Asian voices are often the most overlooked.In this powerful episode, Jenny sits down with Ernest Chang — a Korean American DEI leader based in Chicago — to unpack the realities facing Asian professionals in today’s workplace. From the model minority myth to the bamboo ceiling, from silent expectations to the pressure to succeed without struggle, this conversation dives deep into the complex intersections of identity, ambition, and representation.Together, they explore:Why Asian professionals often feel invisible in leadership pipelinesHow internalized cultural narratives shape our silenceThe unique challenges across different Asian communitiesAnd how reclaiming our voices can reshape corporate culture for goodReleased in honour of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this episode is a call to stop blending in — and start showing up. Tune in. Be moved. And join the movement.To find out more about Ernest Chang, you can reach out to him on LinkedIn.