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  • Lean In

  • Women, Work, and the Will to Lead
  • By: Sheryl Sandberg
  • Narrated by: Elisa Donovan
  • Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (571 ratings)

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Lean In

By: Sheryl Sandberg
Narrated by: Elisa Donovan
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#1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • “A landmark manifesto" (The New York Times) that's a revelatory, inspiring call to action and a blueprint for individual growth that will empower women around the world to achieve their full potential. 

In her famed TED talk, Sheryl Sandberg described how women unintentionally hold themselves back in their careers. Her talk, which has been viewed more than eleven million times, encouraged women to “sit at the table,” seek challenges, take risks, and pursue their goals with gusto. Lean In continues that conversation, combining personal anecdotes, hard data, and compelling research to change the conversation from what women can’t do to what they can. Sandberg, COO of Meta (previously called Facebook) from 2008-2022, provides practical advice on negotiation techniques, mentorship, and building a satisfying career. She describes specific steps women can take to combine professional achievement with personal fulfillment, and demonstrates how men can benefit by supporting women both in the workplace and at home.

©2013 Sheryl Sandberg; 2013 Random House Audio

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Lean In is an inauguration more than a last word, and an occasion for celebration ... Many, many women, young and old, elite and otherwise, will find it prescriptive, refreshing, and perhaps even revolutionary.” (Anna Holmes, The New Yorker)

“A landmark manifesto ... Fifty years after The Feminine Mystique ... Sandberg addresses 21st-century issues that never entered Betty Friedan’s wildest dreams ... Lean In will be an influential book. It will open the eyes of women who grew up thinking that feminism was ancient history, who recoil at the word but walk heedlessly through the doors it opened. And it will encourage those women to persevere in their professional lives.” (Janet Maslin, The New York Times)

“I approached it wearing two hats—one as CEO [and] the other as the parent of a nine-year-old daughter. In both capacities, I feel that Lean In is a must read.” (Mohamed El-Erian, CEO of PIMCO, in Fortune)

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Very impactful audiobook!

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Its quite sad to know this is written pre her husband passing away because she talks so fondly of him and so much. Overall I found it really uplifting to listen to, so much so I shared it with my sister via the share this book thing - she's in need of a bit of professional peppin' up at the moment juggling being a mum and career focused, this does the job.. I mean why not learn from the best right?

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Read this is you want to read a " female version of the Elon Musk/Steve Jobs book " Failing that just listen because its ace, and listening to things that are ace, is ace.

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Empowering...

I really enjoyed this book. She explains things us women should really embrace. Thumbs up!

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meh

I was unaware it was all about feminism. Dont know why it was suggested to me to listen too. If your a woman it might be okay, but even then its like more for executive women competing for top spots... she seems a bit out of touch from the common peasents just trying survive.

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great listen. pick the pieces relevant

this book was recommended by a senior ex public servant who read it late in her career. there are some great points made, important issues raised. not all of which are relevant to me (as a non parent) but valuable and interesting nonetheless

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empowered

I just stepped into a management position when a friend recommend this book. It was inspiring and empowering. A must read for all women!

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really gave me something to think about

thought provoking and mostly easy to listen to. the performance was hard to listen to for long periods of time as there wasnt a lot of variation in her energy. parts seemed a little repeatative but there is enough content of which i found useful and intetesting to recommend to others. im loving the jungle gym analogy!

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You need to read this!

I can honestly say this book has changed my life. Don't hesitate just read it!

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The best book of all times

Loved this very much! So enlightening for me! Gave me the courage to apply for awards and promotions. Taught me to learn as doing the work instead of waiting years to learn and then start doing the work!

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Necessary reading for management

Great book with tips for anyone managing people. A nice balance of examples on how people have behaved and how they can behave better. Inspirational to women and parents.


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great book, horrible narration

wow what a fantastic book! too bad the narration sounded like Siri- so robotic
Sheryl sandberg is an inspiration to all women

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