Women leadership books
Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office
What is Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office about?
“Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office” by Lois P. Frankel is a career playbook for women. It reveals the unspoken rules that might be hindering the rise to the top. The book presents savvy tips and eye-opening anecdotes to help women shed the "nice girl" persona, boost their confidence, and seize those coveted corner offices.
Mindset
What is Mindset about?
“Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol Dweck is a book that makes you think twice about your mindset. It provides a piece of example-based advice on growing and improving yourself. Also, it helps you find the reason for your fixed mindset.
The Making of a Manager
What is The Making of a Manager about?
When the responsibilities of a managerial job fall upon you, you may feel lost and maybe even scared. However, you are not alone in this: many people are just as confused about what is required of them and how they should handle it all. Read the summary “The Making of a Manager” to find out how to deal with it.
The Confidence Code
What is The Confidence Code about?
Have you ever wondered how important confidence is? If not, “The Confidence Code” will help you learn about it. Katty Kay and Claire Shipman examine where our confidence comes from, how to boost it, and most importantly, why confidence is an indispensable tool for women to succeed.
Lean In
What is Lean In about?
“Lean In” offers insights and advice for women striving to achieve their professional goals. The book helps to understand how gender stereotypes affect our society. It also outlines a strategy for addressing this issue and achieving gender equality in the workplace.
Unapologetically Ambitious
What is Unapologetically Ambitious about?
“Unapologetically Ambitious” is a book written by Shellye Archambeau, a renowned business leader and former CEO of MetricStream. The author shares her personal journey and provides valuable insights and strategies for individuals looking to achieve their goals and reach new heights in their careers.
Start with Why
What is Start with Why about?
“Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action” delves into the significance of understanding and articulating the “Why,” which is the core purpose and belief behind actions. It reveals how this understanding is crucial for compelling leadership and innovation and provides insights into how “Why” shapes the way leaders inspire and align their teams toward collective aspirations.
Dare to Lead
What is Dare to Lead about?
“Dare to Lead” is an outstanding book that provides an in-depth analysis of behavior patterns, values, and strategies for the growth of a courageous leader. The author, Brené Brown, draws on her extensive research and personal experiences to explore the concept of leadership, highlighting the importance of vulnerability, empathy, and authenticity.
Radical Candor
What is Radical Candor about?
Are you a person who is struggling with leading a team or a leader who wants to get better at what you are doing? Then, you are lucky as “Radical Candor” will provide you with guidance about leading a team and shed light on the concept of Radical Candor. It can help you establish a culture of openness, direct communication, and trust in your team.
Lead from the Outside
What is Lead from the Outside about?
Leadership is hard, especially when you belong to a minority group. Stacey Abrams, one of the most prominent black female politicians in the U.S., describes her experience, versatile career, and the hardships she had to overcome. Her story, brimming with actionable advice and thoughtful reflections, will deeply inspire you.
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
What is The Five Dysfunctions of a Team about?
Experienced executives, hardworking staff, and a great business plan—and your team still doesn't show the needed results? There must be some kind of dysfunction, or maybe more than one. To find a solution, read “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” by Patrick Lencioni and make your team invincible!
Moms Mean Business
What is Moms Mean Business about?
“Moms Mean Business” by Erin Baebler and Lara Galloway is a powerful guide for all mothers who aspire to successfully juggle entrepreneurship and family life. The book provides actionable strategies to help mom entrepreneurs harmonize their professional and personal worlds. Rich with practical advice, this book stands as an invaluable resource, designed to propel mothers towards business success without compromising their familial duties.
The Politics of Promotion
What is The Politics of Promotion about?
In her book The Politics of Promotion, coach Bonnie Marcus emphasizes the crucial role of workplace politics in women's career success. Is it too hard for you to delegate? Do you often feel self-doubt? Read this book and learn more about effective self-promotion, navigating office dynamics, and steering clear of career pitfalls.
Lead Like an Ally
What is Lead Like an Ally about?
Lead Like an Ally by Julize Kratz is an engaging and educational read on the role of allies in an inclusive workspace. The book offers six effective leadership strategies, like creating ally networks and promoting a sense of belonging. Kratz uses compelling storytelling to illustrate the challenges women face at various career stages. If you're a leader aiming to attract and retain diverse talent, this book is essential.
Never Split the Difference
What is Never Split the Difference about?
Have you ever struggled to come to an agreement in conflict? Or perhaps wondered which negotiation techniques might help you seal the best possible business deal? Look no further because “Never Split the Difference” teaches you all about becoming a successful negotiator.
Leaders Eat Last
What is Leaders Eat Last about?
In “Leaders Eat Last”, Simon Sinek explains why some companies do better than others by outlining every aspect of leadership. In many companies, self-interest, grit for money, and cynicism are the driving forces. Yet, the most impressive ones cultivate authentic leadership, collaboration, and empathetic relations.
Thrive
What is Thrive about?
“Thrive” introduces the concept of the Third Metric of success and can help you redefine success to live a full life. This book explains the essential parts of the Third Metric – well-being, wisdom, wonder, and giving. Discover a holistic approach to success and improve the quality of your daily life.
Girl, Stop Apologizing
What is Girl, Stop Apologizing about?
Many girls face the problem of conforming to society's standards to avoid judgment and unhappiness. This often leads to sacrificing their genuine dreams. In her book “Girl, Stop Apologizing”, Rachel Hollis explains the reasons behind this behavior, suggests ways to change it, and offers practical tips to improve your life without making excuses.
The Path Made Clear
What is The Path Made Clear about?
“The Path Made Clear” shows you how to nurture your identity and overcome fear to pursue your dreams. It's not about external markers like net worth or professional success. The book defines success as achieving inner peace and authenticity.
It's About Damn Time
What is It's About Damn Time about?
Entrepreneur Arlan Hamilton knows a lot about resilience and determination in achieving your goals. As a gay, black woman with minimal resources, Hamilton managed to succeed despite the systemic barriers. Her story is inspiring, honest, and valuable for our society.
The Introverted Leader
What is The Introverted Leader about?
The Introverted Leader" by Jennifer Kahnweiler shows that introverts can be invaluable team members , even if they don't pretend to be extroverts. Introverts can become great leaders like Mark Zuckerberg or Warren Buffett.Learn some strategies to do it with "The Introverted Leader."
Grit
What is Grit about?
“Grit” by Angela Duckworth explores the importance of persistence and how it’s connected to our success. Duckworth suggests that the secret to remarkable accomplishments isn't innate talents but rather a blend of resilience and enthusiasm. This concept is called “grit,” and you can gradually cultivate it to achieve your goals.
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