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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "How to Break the Glass Ceiling & Still Keep It Nice" by Kat Kennan.]

In the past, society placed barriers and hurdles in the paths to success for women. Women’s careers were limited, while men took charge of the corporate world. Unfortunately, this is still the case in most cultures. The tragedy is that women have imposed self-limiting beliefs due to their environments. In How to Break the Glass Ceiling: And Still Keep it Nice, the authors recount their journeys in the corporate world and how they navigated the labyrinth of never-ending turmoil in their fields to stay on top of the game.

The “glass ceiling,” according to Marilyn Loden, is a metaphorical term referring to the invisible barriers that prevent women from reaching top-level positions in male-dominated professions. The first part of the book by Ericka Dunlap ventures into finding the right ladder to climb. She encourages women to focus on ladders that primarily make sense to them and enjoy the journey of climbing the ladder. Cornita Riley is a black American woman who faced relentless discrepancies as she rose from being a probation officer to being the first female deputy chief of OCCD.
Donna Smith is the epitome of determination as she got over her family disowning her when she got pregnant as a teenager to master the field of sales, while Felecia Ward passionately talks about the need to establish a personal brand. I appreciated her reminder about profound transformation coming from within. “Travels, Trials, & Triumphs” by Melissa Stires was an eye-opener. It reminds readers how cultures vary and the need to master business etiquette to succeed in the corporate realm.

Kat Kenann’s chapter on “Beyond the Mask” stood out for me in this book. While people strive to project different personalities according to the occasion, the author reminds readers of the consequences of this action. Masking ourselves poses detrimental effects on our mental states; therefore, it is vital to embrace our authentic selves.

I relished the case studies provided by the authors in this book. It shows that it is possible for women, through self-belief, to rise above their struggles. The topics presented were relatable. Robin Tasco’s story provides insights into how she experienced sexism, racism and misogyny at her workplace. Again, it is never too late to begin climbing the ladder. Mindy Scarlett also reminds readers to know when to give up on a job to prevent it from taking a toll on them.

I recommend How to Break the Glass Ceiling: And Still Keep it Nice to women in budding careers and those experiencing difficulties climbing corporate ladders. Men can also benefit from reading this book as they can learn about unleashing the leaders within themselves by Mickey Quinn and realize their hidden potential by finding insights under Barbara Alexander, who also delves into astrology and how it can be harnessed. This book can be an eye-opener for men on how they can make the world a better place for women to thrive.

I rate this book five out of five stars as it is thought-provoking and informative. I also didn’t find anything worth disliking.

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