{"product_id":"in-her-own-voiceisbn-9781637744109","title":"In Her Own Voice","description":"\u003cb\u003eBased on 25 years of research into the specific hurdles facing women in business, \u003ci\u003eIn Her Own Voice\u003c\/i\u003e offers sage advice and empowerment for any woman striving to advance her career—and any organization ready to improve gender equity at every level.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe world has awakened to the urgent need to focus on women’s advancement—companies with gender-balanced leadership are far more likely to outperform their peers, and the evolving expectations of leadership align to women’s natural strengths. Yet just 10 percent of Fortune 500 CEOs and less than 30 percent of senior leaders are women, and the pace of growth is shockingly slow, made worse by COVID-19 and its aftermath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat \u003ci\u003edoes\u003c\/i\u003e it take for women to ascend to the highest levels of leadership? \u003ci\u003eIn Her Own Voice\u003c\/i\u003e from Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Linkage, a global leadership development firm, sheds light on this timely topic. Backed by in-depth and enlightening research, this book examines the specific challenges women still face in the workplace. Whether we’re contending with our own inner critic, being expected to prove our value time and again, or navigating the often-intimidating world of negotiating for ourselves, women today still have unique obstacles as we advance our careers—but they need not become roadblocks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn Her Own Voice\u003c\/i\u003e outlines how readers can overcome these obstacles, with key competencies and action steps such as quieting your inner critic, discarding biases, building confidence, gaining clarity about the future, and more. Supported by data and infused with compelling real-life stories, it’s a blueprint for helping readers identify, measure, and conquer what’s holding women back at any stage of their careers.“Using your authenticity as your competitive advantage, your experience to drive your confidence, and your relationships as leverage, this book will punctuate your journey. Read it, embrace it, and go get ’em!”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eCarla A. Harris, Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley and author of \u003ci\u003eExpect to Win\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Insightful and backed by relevant research, \u003ci\u003eIn Her Own Voice\u003c\/i\u003e provides the tools for everyone to become an advocate and champion for women in business today.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eMarshall Goldsmith, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Earned Life\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTriggers\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eWhat Got You Here Won’t Get You There\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “The beauty of this book is that it’s based on the experiences of tens of thousands of women, with guidance that is applicable to every one of us, no matter where we are on our own unique journey.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eAnne Chow, former CEO of AT\u0026amp;T Business, Lead Director at FranklinCovey, and Board of Directors Member at 3M \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “A must-read for any woman who’s ready to rise . . . and for any company ready to support her in that ascent.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eSally Helgesen, author of \u003ci\u003eRising Together \u003c\/i\u003eand coauthor of \u003ci\u003eHow Women Rise\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Jennifer McCollum has drawn a road map to help women gain clarity on what they want, take risks that create recognized confidence, manage their leadership brand, and operate successfully with increasing authenticity.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eHerminia Ibarra, The Charles Handy Professor of Organisational Behaviour at the London Business School and author of \u003ci\u003eAct Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Working Identity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“I’ve been a friend and mentor of Jennifer’s since 2020, when she approached and asked me to help her apply principles of my ‘Working Together© Leadership and Management System and Culture of Love by Design’ at Linkage. I was privileged to be a part of helping the organization navigate the challenges of COVID-19 and emerge stronger on the other side. This book provides a glimpse at the brainpower (and heart-power) of the woman at the helm of that turnaround.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eAlan Mulally, former CEO at Ford Motor Company and Boeing Commercial Airplanes, member of the Board of Directors at Google (now Alphabet), Carbon 3D, and the Mayo Clinic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “As intersectionality is increasingly discussed, more companies are seeking to understand how our multiple, interlocked identities—woman of color, member of the LGBTQIA+ community, person with a disability—shape how we experience the world. Books like \u003ci\u003eIn Her Own Voice \u003c\/i\u003ecan help . . . The more we understand the intersecting identities and experiences of all women, the better off our organizations will be.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eMarilu Galvez, President and General Manager at WABC-TV New York and Emmy Award–winning journalist \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Whether you’re a senior leader looking for a way to support talented women, or an individual who’s serious about moving up in the ranks, you’ll love the compelling stories and practical advice in this book.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eMaggie Wilderotter, former CEO and Executive Chairman at Frontier Communications; Board Member at Costco Wholesale Corporation, Lyft, and Sana Biotechnology; and Board Chair at DocuSign\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “What makes a person influential has little to do with working harder or having the most impressive skills. It’s more about our ability to view messy problems as opportunities, act boldly amid uncertainty, and adapt to the unwritten rules. McCollum’s research and stories demonstrate how women become impact players and influential leaders. Aspiring C-suiters, take notice: \u003ci\u003eIn Her Own Voice\u003c\/i\u003e is the voice of wisdom and will guide you on your ascent.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eLiz Wiseman, CEO of The Wiseman Group and \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eMultipliers\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eImpact Players\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “With a data-grounded road map, Jennifer McCollum helps women crack the code on what it will take to accelerate faster into leadership ranks, and what organizations can do to support them. A must-read for women and men at any level who care about the future of work.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eMolly Fletcher, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Energy Clock\u003c\/i\u003e and host of the\u003ci\u003e Game Changers with Molly Fletcher\u003c\/i\u003e podcast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Every page of this book convinces me that Jennifer McCollum knows how to play the game right. She has crafted a life that’s not just successful but meaningful and deeply fulfilling. And here’s the thing: so can you.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eDorie Clark, \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Long Game\u003c\/i\u003e and executive education faculty at Columbia Business School\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eJennifer McCollum \u003c\/b\u003eis CEO of Linkage, a SHRM company, where she oversees the strategic direction and global operations of the premier leadership development firm. With a mission to “change the face of leadership,” Linkage has dedicated more than 35 years to advancing women and accelerating inclusion in organizations. Jennifer is also a keynote speaker, consultant, and author, with more than 20 years of experience building and growing businesses in the leadership space. Her expertise includes the state of women in the workforce; how to close the gender equity gap; how to develop effective, inclusive leaders; and how to demystify inclusion for leaders and organizations.","brand":"Matt Holt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304962805989,"sku":"NP9781637744109","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781637744109.jpg?v=1730758967","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/in-her-own-voiceisbn-9781637744109","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}