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When Women Lead by Julia Boorstin

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When Women Lead

Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Publish Date
11 October 2022
Run Time
12 hours 47 minutes
Format
Audiobook

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What to expect

In her groundbreaking, deeply reported work, Julia Boorstin reveals the odds-defying leadership approaches of women running the world's most innovative and successful companies - and what we can learn from them.

Now, in When Women Lead, Boorstin brings together the stories of over sixty of those female CEOs and leaders, and dozens of new studies. Her combination of narrative and research reveals how once-underestimated characteristics, from vulnerability and gratitude to divergent thinking, can be vital superpowers - and that anyone can work these approaches to their advantage.

Featuring new interviews with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenn Hyman, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Lena Waithe, Shivani Siroya, and more, When Women Lead is a radical blueprint for the future of business, and our world at large.

'Filled with top-notch research, practical insight and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclusive vision for leadership and our world at large that we all will benefit from.' - Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive

'When Women Lead is replete with concrete insights that have personally helped me navigate our unprecedented times of change. Weaving together perspectives from tech, business, politics, the cultural sphere and beyond, Boorstin's deep reporting and voracious inquiries serve not only as a tactical manual for individuals, but as a toolkit for building interdisciplinary connections.' - Bettina Korek, CEO of the Serpentine Galleries, London

(P)2022 Simon & Schuster Audio

Critics Review

  • Filled with top-notch research, practical insight, and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclusive vision for leadership and our world at large that we all will benefit from.

    Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO

  • When Women Lead is replete with concrete insights that have personally helped me navigate our unprecedented times of change. Weaving together perspectives from tech, business, politics, the cultural sphere and beyond, Boorstin's deep reporting and voracious inquiries serve not only as a tactical manual for individuals, but as a toolkit for building interdisciplinary connections.

    Bettina Korek, CEO of Serpentine Galleries, London

  • As a pioneer in tech and media reporting, Julia Boorstin knows firsthand what it takes for women to break barriers and drive change. In this engaging, fast-paced book, she takes you behind the scenes to show how some of the world's most admired women have made their mark - and offers practical insights on what both men and women can learn from them.

    Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again

  • Full of valuable takeaways and inspiring stories of female business leaders, Julia Boorstin's When Women Lead offers many roadmaps for authentic leadership - a must read for all leaders as they consider the future of work.

    Katie Couric, #1 New York Times bestselling author

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  • Women in business are finally stepping forward in unprecedented ways. Through the lens of her own experience, Julia Boorstin recounts their triumphs and setbacks and identifies the obstacles they overcame on their road to success. Any woman with a dream will be inspired by their stories.

    Eve Rodksy, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space

  • When Women Lead is a delightful read, and frankly a tonic - one that so many of us need right now. Boorstin tells stories that will make you smile and often pause to check out the business she's describing. Here's to the day when the traits of 'women's leadership' she's describing will simply be 'great leadership'.

    Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO, New America and bestselling author of Unfinished Business: Women Men Work Family

  • Impeccably researched and beautifully written, Julia Boorstin's When Women Lead lays out a roadmap for leadership success. Packed with revelatory insights and cogent analysis, it is essential reading for men as well as women in today's complex world.

    Joanne Lipman, bestselling author of That's What She Said

  • Boorstin grasps one of the biggest issues in corporate life, telling a fascinating story with verve and flair. She is a writer at the top of her game and her book is a must read.

    Matthew Garrahan, Financial Times News Editor

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Details

Author
Julia Boorstin
Narrator
Julia Boorstin
Duration
12 hours 47 minutes
Release Date
11 October 2022
ISBN
9781399713535
Format
Audiobook
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Genre
Management: leadership and motivation, Advice on careers and achieving success, Car racing

Synopsis

In her groundbreaking, deeply reported work, Julia Boorstin reveals the odds-defying leadership approaches of women running the world's most innovative and successful companies - and what we can learn from them.Now, in When Women Lead, Boorstin brings together the stories of over sixty of those female CEOs and leaders, and dozens of new studies. Her combination of narrative and research reveals how once-underestimated characteristics, from vulnerability and gratitude to divergent thinking, can be vital superpowers - and that anyone can work these approaches to their advantage. Featuring new interviews with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenn Hyman, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Lena Waithe, Shivani Siroya, and more, When Women Lead is a radical blueprint for the future of business, and our world at large.'Filled with top-notch research, practical insight and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclusive vision for leadership and our world at large that we all will benefit from.' - Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive'When Women Lead is replete with concrete insights that have personally helped me navigate our unprecedented times of change. Weaving together perspectives from tech, business, politics, the cultural sphere and beyond, Boorstin's deep reporting and voracious inquiries serve not only as a tactical manual for individuals, but as a toolkit for building interdisciplinary connections.' - Bettina Korek, CEO of the Serpentine Galleries, London(P)2022 Simon & Schuster Audio

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