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Full of empowering wisdom from one of high tech's first female African American CEOs, this inspiring leadership book for readers of Dare to Lead and Start with Why offers a blueprint for how to achieve your personal and professional goals, drawn from the author's own compelling story of how she…

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Tanya Janca
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I loved that this woman planned out her life so well. I am a planner, and I feel admiration for how dedicated she was to her own plan. I have started using many of her tricks, such as "adopting" a mentor, and ensuring I do not use placating and apologetic language (or, I do it less....). Shellye is pretty darn amazing!

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Gena Cox
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Shellye Archambeau is one of the most successful tech business leaders in America. And this book shows you how she did it and how you can, too. The secrets include clearly defining the goal as early in life as possible; don’t wait. This book will let you know when to say “yes,” and which enticing offers deserve a hard “no.”

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