The Glass Cliff/Ceiling:  Working  Women at  The Top....
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"The Abramson Effect" is a brilliant expose related to gender inequality and the rights of professional working women who have either reached the top of the workplace hierarchy, (CEO status) or are striving to do so. Author Deborah Spar refers to this as the "glass cliff/ceiling", which suggests arriving at the top, may not be quite as spectacular as it appears to be.

When Jill Abramson the executive editor of the NY Times (since 2011) was fired on May 15, 2014 after working for the Times for 16 years, the immediate media reaction was intense and went viral. All things about Abramson were openly discussed from her work place attitudes and behaviors, her salary, supervisors, professional status/achievement, also things from the sound of her voice, to her dog, the tattoo on her shoulder, and a terrible car accident which nearly claimed her life.
When Ron Johnson the CEO of JC Penney was fired in April of 2013, after losing $1 billion dollars in attempts to increase retail profitability, there was a "brief furry" of media comments.. then, Ron Johnson wasn't mentioned again, and faded from public memory.

Betty Friedan's "The Feminine Mystique" (1963) started a cultural revolution also known as "Women's Liberation". From 1967-2009 women in the work force increased from 29% to 44%. Opportunities for women in the highest levels of employment/management have always remained at the same and unchanged levels of 15%-20%. There are many reasons for this, many are related cultural attitudes and expectations. Spar also creatively and impressively illustrates her theories metaphorically using the Disney fairy-tale film "Frozen" (2013). Spar also uses commentary, studies, articles, reports, and many references supporting her thoughts on gender bias and raises awareness for change. With the average work week of 60 hours to make it to the top, it is more challenging for women. Women are continuing to do most of the childcare and household chores, and are held to higher, harsher, and more unrealistic standards compared to men. Women also internalize problems, and feel more guilt. Men, will usually project problems away/outside themselves, and blame others.

Debora Spar earned her PhD in government studies at Harvard. She is the President of Barnard College, and is the author of "Wonder Women: Sex, Power, and The Quest for Perfection" (2013).
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A friend of mine recommended me this book because the "women at work" theme... and I loved it! Easy to read and nice. Not sure if this book is only interesting for working women but if you are one then sure is for you.
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Solovic took a hard look at why successful women have "made it" and then took the time to share it with the rest of us! Her examination of corporate America is "closer to reality" than many of us want to admit. Even those of us who work for the "best companies" know that we face additional challenges as women executives. Here's an opportunity to read, learn and apply her insights to our daily lives.
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Whitney Johnson is the leading voice today for women in the workplace. She has helped women who are looking to "disrupt" their careers in a good way, as well as championed women over 40 as they navigate their way through mid-life careers. After reading a sample chapter of "Build an A Team", it's clear that this book is taking the next step in this trajectory by re-examining the ways we've been taught to manage our teams. Her concepts and ideas will undoubtedly create better managers and better employees with her "disruptive", yet common sense, thoughts on how everyone can be their best selves in the workplace.
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I know some women who fly for a living some who should, all are strong and resilient. Fannie Flagg has captured their essentials.
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I bought this book during that famous period of should-I-stay-or-should-I-go from my current job. After agonizing whether I should ask my boss to counter offer, and wondering whether it was an appropriate time, this book opened my eyes to the differences in the way women communicate and ask for compensation. It's depressing, but you will read this book and say "HOW DOES SHE KNOW I DO THAT?!"...and then you'll cringe when Mike outlines the ways it's hurting your advancement. Eye opening and empowering. Buy it!
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Gabrielle Kelly and Cheryl Robson have crafted a watershed work. CELLULOID CEILING is essential reading for anyone who wants to know how women directors are helping reshape filmmaking.
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It's a job that requires a lot of upkeep, and it can't be an easy way to make a living. It reminded me of a Pointer Sisters hit, "She Works Hard for the Money."
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Ladies- this is a good one.  I love how the author includes in here a suggestion for appropriate work attire too as I'm sick of women sexualizing and romanticizing the work environment for their other female coworkers by coming to the office looking like they're going to a night club, a ball, or a hot summer day picnic and standing in the bathroom spritzing, primping, and admiring themselves in the mirror.  This will help women realize that being eye candy is not the goal to aspire to in the workplace and that getting respect based on professionalism is what we need to be aiming for.  I recommend all women who work in an office environment read this book.  Every turn of one page to the next is worth it.
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I chose to give STILETTO NETWORK a five star rating.  Pamela Ryckman's book is revealing, motivational, upbeat - almost a primer to women of all ages who may be looking for change or comraderie in the workplace.  She clearly shows skill and cleverness by avoiding the mostly "dry and dusty" type business books on shelves around the world.  Her feminine approach is a stimulant.  Kudoos to this young woman who has done her homework, without a staff.  Indeed, I will follow her progress.  Janet S.
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I love this book! Great gift for the hard-working, aspiring women in your life.  As a busy female executive running two companies, with little time for reading, I found each page has fun vignettes and excellent advice.  Very easy and fun to read after a long day in the office.
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This book is a must read for women navigating the complexities of the working world. Whether we like to admit it or not, women are heavily judged on their appearance. This book is not a tool to reinforce that only pretty people can be successful, instead it gives insight and guidelines how to play the game of putting your best foot forward. I liked that she interviewed powerful women whose appearance was highly scrutinized. To my knowledge, I haven't come across a book with such a subject matter, and I am pleasantly surprised how much I liked it and how much knowledge I can use in my everyday life!
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I am not muslim, but being an active woman in the workforce I am very curious to witness this revolution and sympathize with the challenges these women encounter.
I am very much looking forward to understand the re-shape of this next generation!
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This book provided fresh insight on understanding the motivation of some of my women co-workers.  As a manager in a male-dominated and extremely old-fashioned industry it is very important that we work hard to recognize the next generation of leaders in our business; male or female.  Rezvani's research and the first-hand testimony really hit home with some of the issues that we struggle with in cultivating a supportive and efficient work environment for our workforce.  I recommend this book to all managers who really want to understand the motivators of ALL employees.
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I work nowhere near Wall Street and yet this book serves as a great guide for working women everywhere.  Page 23 is brilliant.  The author's breakdown between self-confidence and self-efficacy is truly thought provoking.  Thank you for highlighting how important a womans brand is in the working industry.  Wish I had you to coach me and develop it to its highest level.
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Lean in provides a strong point of view that I agree with, having noticed self sabotaging behavior in myself and in other women.  When the men jostle for position in a boardroom and you can almost smell the testosterone, the women hang back and take the seats at the back, away from the table, physically and metaphorically.

I have avoided calling myself a feminist for exactly the same reasons that Ms Sandberg mention in the book, but I realised that indeed, I am a feminist.  I care deeply about the younger women I work with, about their professional progress and ability to cope in challenges.  I care deeply about the rural women that live in totally unjust societies on the continent where I live.  If speaking up gives me the "label" of feminist, then I will happily wear it.

A great book that must be read by all women.  And it must be compulsory reading for any man before he may be promoted into a  leadership position.
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A terrific book for women of all ages that will help empower women and build confidence in the professional workplace.  I highly recommend!!