If being smart isn't enough to guarantee success, then what is? Being pretty smart is the key - that is, having passion, commitment, resilience and a firm belief that you can achieve your dreams. So who has been smart and "pretty"? In the pages of Pretty Smart you will find the insights, wisdom and stories from twenty-two former Miss Americas, who are not just pretty but pretty smart, and how they pursued their passions all the way to professional and personal success. With their thoughtful intelligence and insightful eloquence these women shatter the myth that the Pageant is "just a beauty contest." Their stories, woven into a tapestry of inspiration and wisdom, prove that it takes vision, discipline, drive and, yes, brains to win the crown.
Penny Pearlman, author of triple award winning, Pretty Smart: Lessons from our Miss Americas, is an accomplished motivational speaker, business consultant and seminar leader who helps individuals and organizations develop strategies for success. She brings to audiences and clients alike the wisdom gained from a lifetime of pursuing her own dreams. Her personal journey has included executive positions in the health care industry, management consulting and nonprofit leadership. Her left and right brain work equally well as she has an MBA from the Wharton School and a B.A. in fine art from Queens College. She has appeared on numerous radio and television shows talking about the secrets of success. She lives in Westport, Connecticut with her husband and two cats. For more information, visit www.pennypearlman.com.
