Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #219693 in Books
• Published on: 2008-09-09
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

Synopsis
The president of the Hearst Magazine empire draws on her personal experiences and professional accomplishments to share the secrets to success for women climbing the corporate ladders, furnishing valuable lessons on ambition, self-confidence, risk, establishing a healthy family-work balance, and how to recognize and seize opportunity. Reprint. 125,

Customer Reviews

A quick, easy, interesting read for those starting out in their careers
This isn't the kind of book I'd usually read but it was recommended to me by someone who'd seen it on Oprah. As a Marketing graduate looking for work I'd definitely say there are some useful tips (everything from dressing to maintaining a personal life and dealing with difficult people) and advice as well as insight into the workplace. All in all a quick, easy, interesting read (if a little too american-style pep-talky) which I'd recommend to those just starting out in their careers. It may be a little too 'basic' for others unless you're interested in the woman herself.

Simply Outstanding
Of course as one of Americas most powerful women she is worth listening to, what's more this book contains invaluable lessons you can use to succeed in your career and life. Black explains how she achieved "the 360° life," a blend of professional accomplishment and personal contentment, and how any woman can seize opportunity in the workplace. Sharing her candid, personal stories, Black offers a close-up look at the keen judgment, perseverance, and optimism that propelled her to the top of her game.

Another book I highly recommend is Understanding: Train of Thought.