Why did the author's parents give her the name "Austin" and what is the significance of this name choice? How does Brown's conversation with her mother about her name relate to the author's discussion of racism in the workplace?

Readers should recall that Brown's mother told her that she was named Austin because her parents believed that when she later applied for jobs, the person hiring might assume she was a white man and therefore be more likely to grant her an interview. As Brown argues that many workplaces fall short in their efforts toward inclusivity and diversity (if they make any efforts at all), she believes that a white man is more likely to be seriously considered for a position than a Black woman.

Why did Brown feel alienated in her mother's predominantly Black neighborhood in Cleveland despite being Black herself? How did Brown's friend Tiffani play a significant role in her life at this time?