An honest, practical, slightly irreverent career advice book for women who are or will be working in companies predominately run and populated by men.
Inspired to extend a helping hand to ambitious women working in corporate America, a veteran executive offers honest, practical, slightly irreverent advice about navigating companies that are run and populated predominately by men: how to interpret their sometimes surprising behavior, avoid common mistakes, flourish with the good guys, deal with the bad guys, and nurture a wonderful, satisfying career in a non-traditional role.
Learn how to:
--build relationships with men one-on-one, in meetings, and after hours
--work a difficult room full of men and shine in the eyes of your male managers
--identify gentlemen, bullies, liars, and predators
--detect a glass ceiling and sidestep a misogynist backlash
--get noticed for your courage and common sense and be heard
--avoid classic pitfalls related to conflict, emotional behavior, and sex
Professional Reviews
Very useful guide for women starting in business!,” February 15, 2012 By ML
This book is a very honest and real representation of what women face working in male-dominated firms. I wish I could give a copy to every other young professional woman I know who is starting out. I laughed my way through the stories and remembered funny, embarrassing, and great moments and revelations of my own! It serves as a wake-up call to women who think they can’t get ahead. This book outlines ways to get ahead by being smart, honest, and aware. Jennifer is a great writer and this is a fun book to read!
A MUST read for Women!,” February 10, 2012 By Linda A. Sullivan (Westfield, IN United States) Amazon Verified Purchase
Where was this book when I was starting out? It would have saved me from learning everything the hard way. As an experienced professional woman, it is enlightening to see that my path wasn’t unique and the obstacles I have encountered are familiar to others. Great advice without being preachy and FUN to read.
“specific observations and advice,” February 7, 2012 By Kathie Amazon Verified Purchase
This writer tells it like it is, and then how to meet the challenges.
The first hand experience of the author shines in detailed scenarios used to define problems. Her 20 years in corporate life add credibility to the advice in this cheerful book.
The structure of the book adds to the ease and pleasure of reading, and the generous treatment of difficult problems is unique in this subject matter.
Don’t Wait, Lead Now is a must-read for emerging leaders and anyone in leadership that wants to up their game— full of practical, real-world examples that highlight the traits and behaviors that create high-performing teams.
