Most people assume that women are responsible for households and child care. Most couples operate that way – not all. That fundamental assumption holds women back.
SHERYL SANDBERGIt’s hard to visualize someone as a leader, if she is always waiting to be told what to do.
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I’m a feminist because I believe in women, it’s a heavy word, feminism, but it’s not one I think we should run from. I’m proud to be a feminist.
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I tell people in their careers, ‘Look for growth. Look for the teams that are growing quickly. Look for the companies that are doing well. Look for a place where you feel that you can have a lot of impact.’
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If you ask men why they did a good job, they’ll say, ‘I’m awesome. Obviously. Why are you even asking?’ If you ask women why they did a good job, what they’ll say is someone helped them, they got lucky, they worked really hard.
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Everyone needs to get more comfortable with female leaders-including female leaders themselves.
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When I went to college, as much as my parents emphasized academic achievement, they emphasized marriage even more. They told me that the most eligible women marry young to get a ‘good man’ before they are all taken.
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We need women at all levels, including the top, to change the dynamic, reshape the conversation, to make sure women’s voices are heard and heeded, not overlooked and ignored.
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The cost of stability is often diminished opportunities for growth.
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The time is long overdue to encourage more women to dream the possible dream.
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It is the ultimate luxury to combine passion and contribution. It’s also a very clear path to happiness.
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Women systematically underestimate their own abilities.
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Every job will demand some sacrifice. The key is to avoid unnecessary sacrifice.
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Don’t make decisions too far in advance, particularly ones you’re not even conscious you’re making.
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If you’re offered a seat on a rocket ship, don’t ask what seat! Just get on.
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Your life’s course will not be determined by doing the things that you are certain you can do. Those are the easy things. It will be determined by whether you try the things that are hard.
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There is no perfect fit when you’re looking for the next big thing to do. You have to take opportunities and make an opportunity fit for you, rather than the other way around. The ability to learn is the most important quality a leader can have.
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