What a woman doesn t know can torpedo her career!

It s not just education, training, and experience that help you get ahead. It s

speaking the language and knowing the unspoken rules of a business culture

that reflects male standards and behavior.

This candid guide leads you through the intricacies of this unspoken system

to help you get the recognition you deserve -- without relinquishing your femi-

nine strengths and self-image. Packed with real-life examples, quizzes, and

business-tested techniques, you ll discover how to:

~ Make your female strengths work for you

~ Recognize the stereotypical traps that can undermine credibility

~ Be assertive without being pushy

~ Deal authoritatively with difficult people and tough situations

~ Present your ideas with impact, clarity, and power

~ Apply listening, one of the most powerful communication skills,

to business situations

~ Use networking and mentoring to get ahead

~ Successfully negotiate with and influence others

Also included is an easy-to-complete SELF profile to help assess your personality

style and gain the confidence, self-empowerment, and poise you need to succeed.