From Cinderella to CEO: How to Master the 10 Lessons of Fairy Tales to Transform Your Work Life (Hardcover)

~ Cary J. Broussard (Author), Anita Bell (Author) "YES, WE'VE ALL READ CINDERELLA-BUT YOU SHOULDN'T DISMISS IT AS a fairy tale of interest only to children..." (more)
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From Publishers Weekly

Broussard, an executive at a "traditional Southern-based" travel hospitality corporation, uses 10 fairy tales, their handsome princes and huntsmen removed, to illustrate ways women can find greater success at work. It's not quite the same as spinning straw into gold, but the principles she advocates-staying focused and working well with others-can transform an abominable worklife. Though the book's conceit can seem saccharine, Broussard's stories don't shirk the dark side of fairy tales; the poisoned apples, wicked wolves and villains become sadistic bosses, jealous coworkers and insubordinate underlings. Broussard argues against the widely-held notion that female bosses are more likely to resent ambitious women subordinates and downplays workplace jealousy among women, instead positing "the evil queen might be a man." The result is a deliberately non-threatening chorus of female empowerment, with tips on how to navigate office politics and advance your career. She sometimes shoehorns discussions of multiculturalism, sexual harassment and creating a professional wardrobe into ill-fitting fairy tales, and neologisms such as "fairy godmentor" may annoy some readers, but women looking for easy-to-digest workplace motivation and gender-specific affirmation will find it here.
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PRAISE FOR From CINDERELLA to CEO

"The storybook Cinderella sits and waits for her prince charming to come. From Cinderella to CEO is a rewrite for modern day Cinderellas. This book tells women to climb on their own horse and ride to their destiny. It's full of great road maps on everything from how to survive a wicked boss to how to surround yourself with swans!"
--Pat Schroeder, former Congresswoman, President & CEO of the Association of American Publishers

"Cary Broussard has produced a great compass for women who are navigating their journey through work life. This is a primer that turns fairy tales into actionable road signs that will transform starry-eyed neophytes into seasoned professionals. This book is much more than a 'yellow brick road' map. It is an atlas that not only helps the reader plot her successful course; but, it also underscores ways for managing a successful career, as well as identifies road markers and landmines that could derail a career. It is a must read."
--Esther Silver-Parker, Vice President of Diversity Relations, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

"If you have aspirations to be successful and happy in your career, then From Cinderella to CEO is the book for you! Cary Broussard has decoded folklore and articulated a play-by-play game plan to help women win in the ballgame of business. And best of all, this fairy godmentor wisely refers to cutting edge twenty-first century thinking by interpreting business as pleasure!"
--Linda K. Bolliger, Founder & CEO, Boardroom Bound?

"From Cinderella to CEO offers something for everyone. No matter which rung of the corporate ladder you are perched upon you will appreciate Cary J. Broussard's fresh perspective on women in the workplace. Whether you are just starting out, mentoring a new hire, or thinking about starting your own business you'll look at things differently after reading this book. Broussard understands that while work styles may vary by gender, these differences complement each other and savvy employers and employees will prosper when both styles are encouraged to flourish."
--Marti Barletta, author of Marketing to Women: How to Understand, Reach, and Increase Your Share of the World's Largest Market Segment

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (September 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471727180
• ISBN-13: 978-0471727187
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #291,647 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended and empowering!, October 16, 2005

By	W. Moore (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

No matter what career level you're at, you'll find this book is fun, motivational and full of insightful advice from beginning to end! From surviving layoffs to networking and practical strategies for dealing with office politics - you'll find yourself picking this book up again and again for easy-to-follow advice and an entertaining perspective on the challenges we all face as women in the workplace.

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5.0 out of 5 stars For women and men, November 1, 2005

By	N. Boatwright - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Absolutely loved it! This book is a great tool for a woman at any point in her career. It's appropriate for men too!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it! A "Must Read!", October 26, 2005

By	Elizabeth Robinson (Georgia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I started the book and finished it over the weekend. I wasn't expecting to want to read the book cover to cover, but I couldn't help it! I am buying this book for all my girlfriends for Christmas.