Martha Piper

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Lessons on Leadership from Two Women Who Went First

Candid and insightful perspectives on the dilemmas and opportunities women confront as they take on leadership positions. Martha Piper and Indira Samarasekera had vastly different career paths on … ; 320 View
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Introduction

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The authors introduce the experiences of female leaders in Canada and the United States. They also summarize their careers in senior leadership positions and Canadian post-secondary institutions. ; 4 $0.40 Add
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Born or bred to lead?

PART 1: DEVELOPING THE NERVE TO LEAD

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The authors discuss how their childhoods influenced their journey to becoming leaders. They encourage readers to consider their own upbringing and the experiences that may have prepared them for … ; 15 $1.50 Add
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The education of a female leader

PART 1: DEVELOPING THE NERVE TO LEAD

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The authors discuss educational opportunities for women and their own early memories of learning and education. ; 17 $1.70 Add
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Marriage and children: Can we have it all?

PART 1: DEVELOPING THE NERVE TO LEAD

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This chapter discusses balancing family life and work as a successful leader. The authors discusses their experience balancing work, life and their partnerships throughout their career. ; 18 $1.80 Add
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Serendipity: happy surprise

PART 1: DEVELOPING THE NERVE TO LEAD

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The authors talk about the serendipity of impactful relationships and moments. They remember their mentors, sponsors and the lessons they have learned throughout their life and career. ; 14 $1.40 Add
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Answering the call: leading

PART 1: DEVELOPING THE NERVE TO LEAD

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The authors discuss the reluctance of women to respond to leadership calls and opportunities. This chapter discusses the self-doubt that the authors have experienced and how they have worked to … ; 9 $0.90 Add
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Early days: assuming the mantle

PART 2: LEADING WITH NERVE

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The authors discuss the early period of leadership roles and how they overcame initial issues and setback. ; 25 $2.50 Add
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Assessing talent: it’s all about people

PART 2: LEADING WITH NERVE

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This chapter discusses how leaders can successfully recruit new talent and how to lead an organization in a way that will find and retain people who add value and work well within the team. The … ; 19 $1.90 Add
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Grit and grace: making things happen

PART 2: LEADING WITH NERVE

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This chapter discusses the combination of grit, results of what we do and grace, how we achieve these results . The authors reflect on their experience with grit and grace as female leaders. ; 22 $2.20 Add
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What could possibly go wrong?

PART 2: LEADING WITH NERVE

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This chapter talks about conflict, hardships, and challenges that may arise during a leaders career and how to handle these situations successfully as women leaders. ; 18 $1.80 Add
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Public personae: living in the public eye

PART 2: LEADING WITH NERVE

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This chapter discusses being a female leader in the public eye. The authors talk about their experience with building a public persona, communicating, and dealing with public scrutiny. ; 19 $1.90 Add
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Balance: Is there such a thing?

PART 2: LEADING WITH NERVE

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The authors reflect on how they maintain balance in their life as successful women. They provide reflections on their experience with managing work, life, health, relationships and the challenges … ; 9 $0.90 Add
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Best-before date

PART 3: LIFE AFTER LEADING: THE NERVE TO REDEFINE YOURSELF

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The authors discuss the ending of a leadership position. They provide insight on their own experiences with selecting a successor, remaining focused through transitions, and how women can leave a … ; 10 $1.00 Add
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Loss

PART 3: LIFE AFTER LEADING: THE NERVE TO REDEFINE YOURSELF

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The authors reflect on their transitions out of significant leadership roles. Specifically, the authors talk about how they handled these changes and the emotions they experienced during the … ; 12 $1.20 Add
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Doing well or doing good

PART 3 LIFE AFTER LEADING: THE NERVE TO REDEFINE YOURSELF

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The authors discuss finding new activities, positions and roles after stepping down from a leadership role. They discuss their experiences as women going through this transition and provide … ; 24 $2.40 Add