Lean In
Do you feel like you're holding yourself back at work? Discover how to break through internal and external barriers to leadership. This summary of Sheryl Sandberg's classic offers practical advice on negotiating, finding mentors, and leaning into your career with true confidence.
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Who it is for
Perfect for professional women aiming for leadership and anyone looking to understand and dismantle gender bias in the modern workplace.
About the Author
Sheryl Sandberg is Facebook’s chief operating officer. Before, she was vice president of online sales and operations at Google. She also passed the American Treasury, where she was chief of staff. Sheryl lives in Northern California with her children and has been named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine and the 10th most powerful woman in the world by Forbes.
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- Sit at the table: Own your success and stop attributing your achievements to mere luck.
- Don't leave before you leave: Keep your foot on the gas until you actually need a break.
- Seek mentors through performance and specific questions rather than asking for the title.
- Negotiate by being appropriately feminine—combine competence with a relational approach.
- Effective communication requires a balance between honest authenticity and empathy.
Key Takeaways
- Gender inequality remains high in leadership roles despite women's academic achievements.
- Societal stereotypes and veiled sexism often discourage female ambition from a young age.
- Internal barriers, like the imposter syndrome, cause women to underestimate their own value.
- Career growth is now a jungle gym of experiences rather than a simple linear ladder.
- Women often stall their career growth by planning for family years before it is necessary.
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