Table of Contents
Acknowledgments ix
Preface: Confidential to Women xi
Introduction: What's Holding Women Back? 1
1 Deliver the Right Message: Communicate Clearly and Get Your Ideas Heard 15
2 Make the Connection: Network Strategically to Advance Your Career 42
3 Sell Your Strengths: Distinguish Yourself through Self-Promotion 72
4 Learn the Rules, Play the Game: Navigate the Politics of Your Corporate Culture 91
5 Make the Most of a Mentor: Maximize Your Mentoring Relationships 109
6 Maintain Your Balance: Take Control of Your Work and Life 129
7 Present Yourself with impact and Presence: Influence Others with an Enhanced Appearance and Manner 147
8 Keep Your Career on Track: Set Goals and Manage Your Success 168
9 Special for Women of African Descent: Leveling the Playing Field 192
Afterword: The Future: A Third Face of Leadership 209
Appendix: A Man's Perspective: Men Must Be Part of the Solution, Not the Problem 213
Further Reading 217
References 223
About the Authors 225
