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"#YouCan" offers a very different and refreshing perspective for women compared to mainstream advice that suggests women should learn how to "work with difficult people" or "reduce their stress". It is a compelling and comprehensive guide that empowers women to liberate themselves from draining and toxic workplaces, spearheaded by a seasoned female leader, Ela Karahasanoglu. Crafted for professionals at all stages-from newcomers to seasoned pros-this...
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From one of Time Magazine's "Forty Most Influential Minds in Technology" comes an essential collection of candid, first-hand accounts of women in technology.
Women in technology are on the rise in both power and numbers, and now it's more important than ever to not lose that momentum, to "lean in" and close the gender gap. Although they make up half of the population, only 14% of engineers in the United States are women. They take the seeds of technological...
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Are you ready to transform your aspirations into a thriving business? In Unleash Your Inner CEO, you'll embark on a pivotal journey that will help pave the way toward business independence. With this book as your guide, you will be able to:
● Uncover the "why" that propels you forward
● Align your personal goals with your business vision
● Formulate a comprehensive plan to lead you toward your goals
● Make accountability your ally
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Being a great female leader is harder than ever. In the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly three million women left the U.S. workforce. Women face unique career challenges that include lacking confidence, playing small, working harder for less pay, and failing to strategize. Combined with social pressures, systemic issues, and family life, these hurdles are causing higher rates of burnout than ever before.
Reclaiming the Fire in Your Belly...
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Inspiring women are all around us, and I invite you to take notice of their brilliance and the difference they make in our world. This group of contributing authors has demonstrated longevity in their commitment to excellence, moving through difficult challenges, and overcoming personal and professional obstacles. It's our hope that you enjoy their stories and are touched and moved in a way that you, too, choose to be inspiring to others.
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Important conversations about leaning in, work/life balance, and empowering females around the world have energized a generation of women. Fast Forward, by two leaders, whose experience spans corporate America, public service, and global diplomacy, takes the next step. Through interviews with a network of more than seventy trailblazing women, Fast Forward shows women how to accelerate their growing economic power and combine it with purpose to find...
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Get the Summary of Katty Kay & Claire Shipman's The Confidence Code in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Confidence Code" by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman explores the concept of confidence, particularly among women, across various professional and personal contexts. The authors delve into the experiences of female athletes, military personnel, and high-profile leaders like Hillary Clinton, Elaine Chao, and Christine...
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Este libro colaborativo recoge los puntos de vista, historias y conocimientos sobre liderazgo femenino de 30 personas de 13 países de Latinoamérica, con distintas formaciones, trayectorias profesionales, culturas y experiencias de vida, pero coincidiendo en la pasión por la dirección de proyectos. Algunos capítulos son de investigación, mientras otros expresan ideas, anécdotas y recomendaciones de los coautores, dejando su huella, transmitiendo...
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Woman UP! is the go-to resource for women who want to finally get out of their own way and get ahead in their careers. Author Aimee Cohen's passionate approach is "like combining your best girlfriend and an elite career expert…in a powerful purse-sized package!" Her insights are a product of more than 20 years of experience and a nearly 100% success rate helping hundreds of clients. Woman UP! conveys a powerful and practical message that exposes...
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When a man strongly asserts his point of view and autonomy, he is hailed as a strong, competent leader. When a woman exhibits the same executive qualities, she is labeled a brusque, overbearing bitch. This is not really news anymore, is it? Yet these unfair perceptions are a key reason why only five percent of Fortune 500 company CEOs are women.How can women leaders break through that brick wall of "bitch"? How can they manage gender expectations...
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Are you a female professional that has walked away or wanted to walk away from a job in corporate America because you felt you didn't belong? You are not alone, and it is time to make changes.
Unlike other books about female leadership that provide a list of things women need to do to become effective leaders, this book explores the changes that need to be made in professional environments to level the playing field for women.
Let this book take you...
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"Women Entrepreneurs in the Modern World" delves into the dynamic landscape of female entrepreneurship through a comprehensive lens. From tracing historical trajectories in Chapter 1 to envisioning the future in Chapter 16, this book navigates the multifaceted journey of women in business. Each chapter, meticulously structured, encapsulates pivotal themes such as challenges, success stories, leadership styles, innovations, and global perspectives....
13) The Power Code
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Power is not working-for women, for men, or for the world. We don't need to remake women. We need to remake power.
New York Times bestselling authors Katty Kay and Claire Shipman are on a mission to reclaim power for women. In the wake of sweeping changes in the way we work, the veteran journalists challenge preconceived notions of what power is and what it's good for, along with the insidious, mostly hidden structures of the status quo that hold...
14) Firework Humans
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“Firework Humans” teaches readers how they can live an extraordinary life full of fireworks and steadily control their own orbit. Founder, CEO, Investor, and Homeschool Mom, Jessica Mead has spent two decades focused on how to spark entrepreneurial instincts in her employees and children. In Firework Humans, she offers a powerful and hopeful perspective on parenting, running a business, and amplifying one's life. She introduces the Nine Entrepreneurial...
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In October 2016, Lynn Hamilton found herself doubled over a sidewalk experiencing her second anxiety attack.
That was the impact of the threats and subterfuge from work colleagues she once thought she could trust. And her story is by no means unique. Though few of their stories are known, thousands of people experience bullying in the workplace. Fear of retaliation, a desire to forget, or a lack of evidence are just some of the reasons why these...
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of business, the role of women in leadership has garnered increasing attention. The historical underrepresentation of women in executive positions has sparked discussions on the need for diverse perspectives in the boardroom. This book delves into the contextual framework that propels the exploration of leading with grace, highlighting the unique challenges faced by women in business and the societal shifts influencing...
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En un mundo donde las mujeres están rompiendo barreras, rompiendo techos de cristal y redefiniendo lo que significa ser jefa, hay un poderoso movimiento en marcha. "Ella se cree jefa" no es sólo una frase, sino una declaración audaz que encarna el espíritu de una nueva generación de mujeres que reclaman sin disculpas su lugar en la mesa del éxito.Con una confianza inquebrantable y una búsqueda incesante de sus sueños, estas mujeres están...
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A passionate advocate for women of color shares her personal story as well as interviews with female changemakers across the globe.
Vasudha Sharma immigrated to the United States to find better opportunities. She soon discovered what the glass ceiling looks like in one of the world's most advanced nations. Today, that ceiling shows some encouraging cracks,from more executive women to Kamala Harris's historic ascent to the vice presidency. But how...
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Often people leap into starting a business to pursue their passion without fully realizing what they've gotten themselves into. Although they may love what they do, the financial and administrative side of the business ends up being more than they bargained for. So You Want to Start a Business takes those who want to start a business through the seven essential elements required to create a thriving business. Full of examples, exercises, and invaluable...
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Have you ever felt desperate to accomplish something but had no idea where to start or how to get there? This book will teach you how you can become unstoppable and reach your ultimate dreams.
An entrepreneur drawing on more than twenty-five years of experience in the business world, now a highly sought-after business speaker and coach, Nyrka Riskin believes that your unique personal brand is key to reaching your dreams. Your journey begins with...
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