Earning It audiobook

A must read for women climbing the ranks in any male dominated profession, and a must read for men who have to help pave the way for women to climb those ranks and not be part of the problem for women to smash the glass ceiling!

Having read Sallie Krawcheck's 'Own It' prior to this, I was yearning for more examples of female executives and their stories of ascent in the business world -- ideally across a broad range of industries. Joann Lublin has delivered the jackpot here in 'Earning It.' She is very much a journalist (Wall Street Journal) and her 52 profiles featured here show a diversity of experience both on the way up a corporate ladder and at the top of senior management and in board positions. It was well worth the read.My one criticism would be that in many cases I feel that I was held at a bit of a distance from the true personal stories of these executives. If Lublin had instead featured a dozen people, would I have been granted more access to the personal drive and motivation of the smaller group of woemn, through more in-depth interviews? Maybe. I've noticed Lublin's readers urging her on Twitter to bring out 'Earning It, Volume 2,' and if a project like that is in the pipeline, I'd be eager to read more on any one of the 52 women featured here or others. Likewise, I'd welcome more input on their male counterparts -- or female, for that matter. (Nonbinary seems to be overlooked entirely in this book -- maybe coincidentally? Maybe there actually were no LGBTQ executives appropriate for this title). But the support of co-workers, mentors, sponsors, and spouses is evidently invaluable in the development of any career -- and certainly that of a successful female executive, so I'd like to gain more perspective on these working relationships too. Food for thought for future projects.This book did indeed deliver what it promised, and it was exactly what I'd hoped. It's clear that Western culture (esp. American) has made great strides from an abysmal beginning but still has a long way to go in achieving corporate gender equity. The more we all understand that, male and female alike, the more likely we are to improve things. This book helped pinpoint important issues. I am eager to follow Joann Lublin's WSJ writing, any other books she's soon to publish, and her own personal story.

I listened to this book on audio all day! It was so interesting to hear the experiences of many different career driven women. It felt repetitive at points but I often feel that way when I read/listen to a non-fiction book straight through. I feel like this is a great book to read as a women in business especially as I am starting my career.

I really enjoyed this book. It focused on how women can build their skills and careers to get into middle management and C-level roles. Plenty of great ideas on areas I need to lean into more or further develop for my career.

Informative and useful perspectives.

Interesting and informative perspectives.

Never judge a book by its cover. I should have paid heed to this :PI had to muster actual courage to read the book after looking at its cover which gave quite an old-fashioned appeal. But I took a good step to start the book. Don't be amazed if you start the book and then find yourself glued for a couple of hours without a restroom break. Joann has done great justice to the book weaving its story in a very engrossing way. The way she narrates stories of 52 trailblazing women is simply superb. Many of the characters keep repeating in different chapters when she relates a different aspect about their character. At many of the places you will find the author getting emotional when she brings out pieces of her own life-story in between the lives of famous women.At the first go, I thought the book was too feminist when it talked about sexism at workplaces but then no I was again proved wrong. This book had a different agenda altogether. Its about the struggle and the challenges some of these top-notch leaders faced. The stories of Clara Shih, Mary Barry, Beth Mooney amongst other women leaders are inspirational. Overall, the author has done great justice to this non-fiction.

An iteresting read, it is not often people talk about the mistkaes they hae made along the way, enjoyed it.

At this point in my career I am only just starting to understand and experience the obstacles women face in the corporate world. Obstacles that are never very obvious but are constantly present and never seem to affect men in the slightest. This book is a very welcome read and offers much advice that I have put into practice at work. This will be a book I will constantly return to, for practical advice and a source of motivation, as I find my own path in the corporate world. I hope that one day, like these women, I will be able to pay it forward.

Timely topicsA must-read for both women and men in today's corporate environment. Joann gives many examples of how- to -succeed and why others didn't , in a succinct and thoughtful manner.The fact that so many female corporate executives were interviewed by her for the book is a testament to her as a seasoned reporter.I especially enjoyed her anecdotes about her career in perspective as well.Overall, a job well done !!

I won this book on a goodread giveaway . Easy to read and split into smaller chapters .This book is full of tips and advice and well worth a read before that high poweredinterview