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Authors: Norma Carr-Ruffino
ISBN-13: 9781564147769, ISBN-10: 1564147762
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Career Press, Incorporated
Date Published: October 2004
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Norma Carr-Ruffino

Book Synopsis

The Promotable Woman presents important strategies to overcome career obstacles and stereotypes and achieve business success. It concentrates on guiding women to becoming outstanding leaders by focusing on two key areas: a woman's own image of what her role and behavior should be and the stereotypes others have about women.Specific areas of development The Promotable Woman explores include: * How your self-concept affects your leadership style. * Making constructive behavioral changes to function more effectively as a person. * How the stereotypes of others affect your leadership style. * Developing specific skills that establish your competence and deal effectively with stereotypes. By developing a personal career image and a role in business, the promotable woman will discover her appropriate level of firmness, friendliness, and assertiveness to maintain a successful and fulfilling business and personal life.

Table of Contents

Preface: How This Book Can Change Your Life5
Chapter 1Maximize Your Innate People Skills and Creativity7
Chapter 2Boost Your Power Image39
Chapter 3Connect Across the Gender Gap75
Chapter 4Negotiate Strategic Results95
Chapter 5Plan and Prioritize for Success133
Chapter 6Balance Priorities: Timing Your Life161
Chapter 7Minimize Stress187
Chapter 8Process Powerful Emotions203
Chapter 9Speak Up227
Chapter 10Handle Difficult People261
Index303

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