From the NPR host of The Indicator and correspondent for Planet Money comes an “accessible, funny, clear-eyed, and practical” (Sarah Knight, New York Times bestselling author) guide for how women can apply the principles of 16th-century philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli to their work lives and finally shatter the glass ceiling—perfect for fans of Feminist Fight Club, Lean In, and Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office.Women have been making strides towards equality for decades, or so we’re often told. They’ve been increasingly entering male-dominated areas of the workforce and consistently surpassing their male peers in grades, university attendance, and degrees. They’ve recently stormed the political arena with a vengeance. But despite all of this, the payoff is—quite literally—not there: the gender pay gap has held steady at about 20% since 2000. And the number of female CEOs for Fortune 500 companies has actually been declining. So why, in the age of #MeToo and #TimesUp, is the glass ceiling still holding strong? And how can we shatter it for once and for all? Stacy Vanek Smith’s advice: ask Machiavelli “with this delicious look at what we have to gain by examining our relationship to power” (Sally Helgesen,
New York Times bestselling author). Using
The Prince as a guide and with charm and wit, Smith applies Renaissance politics to the 21st century, and demonstrates how women can take and maintain power in careers where they have long been cast as second-best. “
Machiavelli For Women is the ultimate battle guide for our times. Brimming with hard-boiled strategies, laced with wit, it’s a must read for every woman ready to wield power unapologetically” (Claire Shipman, coauthor of
The Confidence Code).
Machiavelli for Women: Defend Your Worth, Grow Your Ambition, and Win the Workplace is a groundbreaking book by Stacey Vanek Smith that empowers women to navigate the challenges of the workplace and achieve success on their own terms. Drawing inspiration from Niccolò Machiavelli's The Prince, Smith provides practical advice and strategies for women to thrive in a competitive environment.
Smith argues that women often face unique obstacles in the workplace, such as gender bias, discrimination, and a lack of support. She encourages women to embrace their ambition and refuse to settle for mediocrity. She teaches readers how to develop their skills, build relationships, and negotiate for what they deserve.
With wit and humor, Smith dispels common myths and stereotypes about women in the workplace. She challenges the idea that women need to be "likable" or "humble" in order to succeed. Instead, she encourages women to be assertive, confident, and strategic. Smith also provides practical tips for dealing with difficult colleagues, managing work-life balance, and negotiating a promotion.
Machiavelli for Women is an essential read for any woman who wants to succeed in the workplace. It is a powerful call to action for women to take control of their careers and achieve their full potential.
