You, the Leader (HBR Women at Work Series)

It’s time for female leaders to shine.

Women aren’t seen for their leadership potential, making it harder for women than men to get promoted to leadership positions. They face a double bind, forced to choose whether to be liked or respected, while neither one alone is enough to secure a seat at the table. It’s up to organizations to change, but until then, what’s an aspiring female leader to do?

You, the Leader tackles the obstacles women face as they chart their path to the top, from lack of credit for their work to feeling unseen to being subjected to unfair biases and expectations. This book will help you better understand how women can lead with authenticity and become valued leaders in their organizations.

This book will inspire you to:

• See yourself as a leader
• Command the respect you deserve
• Ensure you’re visible for promotion
• Align yourself with the right supporters and mentors
• Break out of the authenticity paradox
• Navigate power dynamics within your organization

The HBR Women at Work series spotlights the real challenges and opportunities women experience throughout their careers. With interviews from the popular podcast of the same name and related articles, stories, and research, these books provide inspiration and advice for taking on topics at work like inequity, advancement, and building community. Featuring detailed discussion guides, this series will help you spark important conversations about where we’re at and how to move forward.