Real Women, Real Leaders
Praise for Real Women, Real Leaders “It all comes down to leadership. The principles of leadership exemplified in this book are our roadmap. Let us not forget that we will never fulfill our 21st century potential if we don’t have leaders capable of taking us there!” Ken Kay, CEO, EdLeader21 and Founding Chair, P21 “This book is critical to every girl and woman aspiring to be a leader and every boy and man committed to supporting a sister, a spouse, a partner, or a mom. All readers can discover remarkable role models, new insight, and new knowledge.” John I. Wilson, Former Executive Director, National Education Association “Hurley and Shumway have produced a vital analysis of the essential skills, talents, and competencies of a fascinating group of female leaders. Not only an inspiring read, but also a practical guide to adopting some of these leaders’ very best approaches in your own professional and personal life.” Deborah Quazzo, Founder and Managing Partner, GSV Advisors “Leading large-scale impact is challenging for anyone, but historically, women have had to overcome added academic and professional obstacles. Real Women, Real Lead- ers captures the powerful stories of women who overcame these hurdles and not only found success but led others to success in the process.” Tom Vander Ark, CEO, Getting Smart, an education advocacy firm “This book is for every woman who has faced challenges in the workplace because of her gender. These stories of women leaders will inspire and help those wishing to not only survive but also thrive because of the unique gifts women bring to the workplace.” Holly Jobe, Past President, International Society for Technology in Education “Real Women, Real Leaders is an authentic and fascinating approach to a vitally im- portant subject.
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