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Karen S. Lynch went from a childhood filled with loss and instability in a stark mill town in Massachusetts to leading one of the nation's largest health care companies, where she has been instrumental in transforming how people access affordable quality care. After being named CEO of the Fortune 500's sixth largest company, CVS Health, she is now the most powerful woman on that revered list. In Taking Up Space, she tells her trailblazing story-and delivers powerful lessons you can use to become the leader you're meant to be.

Wer möchte nicht finanziell frei sein? An der Börse reich zu werden und sich den Traum von finanzieller Freiheit zu erfüllen, scheint fast unerreichbar. Was im ersten Moment utopisch klingt, ist aber nicht so abwegig: schließlich zählen Aktien heute trotz aller Risiken nachweislich zu den erfolgreichsten Anlageformen. Mit ihrem Buch möchte Carmen Mayer vor allem Frauen ermutigen und sie mit konkreten Tipps unterstützen, sich mit den eigenen Geldangelegenheiten auseinanderzusetzen und sich ein Vermögen aufzubauen.

Most successful women feel like an imposter, inadequate, or not good enough at some point in their professional and personal lives. Add feelings of fear of the unknown and stepping outside their comfort zone, they end up living unfulfilled lives. Through her unusual path to success after leaving home at just 16 years old, Sylvie has learned invaluable life lessons. She identifies issues that impede success and happiness.

Beatrice Dixon, cofounder and CEO of The Honey Pot Company, shares the powerful story of how trusting her dreams—and her inner voice—led her to build a groundbreaking wellness brand. The Honey Pot Company was born from a literal dream, in which Dixon’s late grandmother shared a recipe for an herbal remedy. When Dixon woke up, went to her kitchen, and formulated what would become the brand’s first product.

Immer mehr Frauen arbeiten in Führungspositionen, gestalten Wirtschaft, Gesellschaft und Politik. Und doch fühlen sie sich in den Sphären der Macht und den patriarchalen Rollenbildern häufig fremd. Eva Thöne beleuchtet die positiven Seiten und Potenziale von Macht und Erfolg – Selbstwirksamkeit, Wandel und Utopie – und fragt, wie ein feministisches, gerechtes und solidarisches Handeln möglich werden kann.

Street Smart is your no-nonsense guide to thriving in any competitive industry. Dina LaPolt didn’t just break barriers—she bulldozed them, building her powerhouse law firm from scratch, representing global music and entertainment superstars, and earning her place as one of Variety, Hollywood Reporter, and Billboard’s Most Powerful Lawyers lists.

Inside every woman is a leader. Growing up in poverty in rural Louisiana, Dawn Cazedessus overcame challenges, pain, and heartbreak to become a wife, mom, entrepreneur, CEO, and international speaker. In Trailer Park CEO, she shares twelve cornerstones of leadership that helped her rise out of the trailer park and into the C-suite. With candid storytelling and relentless encouragement, Dawn breaks each cornerstone into actionable stepping stones, empowering Christian women to succeed.

Embark on a journey into the heart of entrepreneurship and exploration with world-traveling venture capitalist Jenny Fielding as she decodes the secrets to success—in business and in life—from entrepreneurs building startups around the globe. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business leader seeking new perspectives, or simply fascinated by the world of startups, Venture Everywhere offers a fresh perspective on what it takes to thrive in today's dynamic world.

Taylor Swift's genius is not limited to her singing and songcraft: as the founder of her own multi-billion dollar enterprise she has higher returns than 99.9% of hedge funds, and has built a stronger global corporation than nearly every other American conglomerate CEO. She is the only person that the US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank track with precision. She has a larger impact on the world economy than most economists that have ever lived, and has done more for US antitrust law than any sitting member of Congress. There is a lot to learn from Taylor Swift.

Andrea Jung, the glamorous former head of Avon, was arguably the world's most charismatic and effective CEO, credited with the astonishing turnaround of the venerable brand. Jung seemed incapable of making a wrong move, until, amid declining sales, an investigation by the SEC, and a brand in crisis, she stepped down in late 2012. In Beauty Queen, former Avon VP Deborrah Himsel uses Jung's story as a case study for two timeless leadership questions: What makes great leaders great? And what makes them fail?

The Boardroom Journey: Practical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat Table by Dr. Keith D. Dorsey offers a clear, actionable roadmap for women at any career stage to strategically build a path to the boardroom. The evidence-based strategies and inspiring success stories presented throughout this book have been gleaned from interviews with hundreds of current corporate board members.

This book is a call to action. When women burn out, the world suffers. The Quiet Burn proves that prioritizing well-being isn’t just self-care; it’s revolutionary. It’s time to demand more, to extinguish burnout, and to build a life in which you thrive boldly and unapologetically on your terms.

The Glory in Your Story dives deep into the power of fearless faith in achieving success in both personal and business life. As the founder and CEO of Mielle Organics, a multi-million-dollar hair and consumer products company, Monique Rodriguez, shares the story of how her trials led to triumphs in her family and business. As she relentlessly pursued her dreams, she discovered the guiding principles that will help listeners find victory and fulfillment in pursuing their dreams.

Girl Friday – a job title used in 1970s workplaces for a junior administration assistant or receptionist. Common synonyms include junior office chick, s--t-kicker, donkey worker, or gofer (go for this, go for that). Kristine Philipp was 15 when she lied to get a junior office job as a Girl Friday in 1975 – she took the job because she thought she only had to go to work on Fridays. In the 40 years that followed, Kristine went on to experience the full gamut of working life – from joblessness, self-employment, mind-numbing office roles, toxic workplaces and out-of-control workloads.

*Cake on Tuesday* unveils the intentional and unintentional aspects of Elizabeth Bieniek's entrepreneurial journey. From building a dream team within big tech to discovering her superpower of leading in ambiguity, she imparts insights into human dynamics, team synergy, and the significance of cultural care. The book distills leadership, innovation, and personal growth lessons, offering a narrative beyond technology to reveal the heart and stories behind groundbreaking advancements.

In "The Career Woman’s Guide," Arianna Blakely guides modern women through a transformative journey to success. Addressing challenges faced by women, she emphasizes executive presence and debunks misconceptions about assertiveness. Through case studies, including trailblazers like Eleanor Baum, she showcases the empowering impact of assertiveness.

Denise wants to help women unlock the power of adaptability. She wants to show you how to be your own life-coach and how to meet the demands of the different roles we take on in life. With her guidance and utilising the seven lessons she has taken from her time on and off the track, she hopes women can reach their full potential, develop tools to pick themselves up and own their multifaceted identities at work and beyond.

Do you feel like you're not living up to your potential, and that your thoughts are holding you back from achieving your goals? You're not alone. Millions of people struggle with negative thought patterns and self-sabotaging behaviors that prevent them from reaching their full potential. The pain of being stuck is real—it's the feeling of disappointment, frustration, and regret that comes from not living the life you truly want. But what if you could break free from these patterns and unlock the door to lasting success? This book shows you how to do just that.

As women, we often wear many different hats: Mother. Wife. Daughter. Sister. Businesswoman. Homemaker. Teacher. Role Model. Mentor. Nurturer. Spiritual Leader. The list goes on and on. In The 7 Practices of Prosperous Women, author Raven Magwood explains the 7 steps that will allow us to unlock our full potential, despite the countless demands we face. Filled with practical guidance, inspiring quotes, and gripping testimonies, The 7 Practices of Prosperous Women is a must-listen for any woman who wants to see her life's dreams become an exciting reality.

Overworked? Overwhelmed? You're not alone. The amount of work placed on women is often insurmountable. Along with doing what's required for their jobs, women are frequently also asked to take on tasks that don't lead to growth or promotion, and to manage other forms of invisible labor at work and at home. All of this can leave women feeling underappreciated, frustrated, and burned out. We need to end the culture of overwork for women. Overcoming Overwork provides practical advice for taking back your time so that you can use it for what matters to you.