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Rebel girls, young entrepreneurs, and other trailblazing tweens and teens will find inspiring success stories and practical advice for launching their own illustrious careers--right now!
Mini-biographies of leading women entrepreneurs—from Oprah to Sheryl Sandberg, Tory Burch to Indra Nooyi, Weili Dai to J.K. Rowling—offer fascinating windows into what it takes to succeed, with a particular focus on the challenges faced (and overcome) by girls and women. Each success story provides different lessons in life and leadership--such as how to:
*build a prestigious brand
*grow a loyal customer base
*identify a lucrative niche
*raise money for research and development
Fascinating figures from the worlds of media, technology, fashion, food, and more share their secrets with tomorrow's leaders.
Mini-biographies of leading women entrepreneurs—from Oprah to Sheryl Sandberg, Tory Burch to Indra Nooyi, Weili Dai to J.K. Rowling—offer fascinating windows into what it takes to succeed, with a particular focus on the challenges faced (and overcome) by girls and women. Each success story provides different lessons in life and leadership--such as how to:
*build a prestigious brand
*grow a loyal customer base
*identify a lucrative niche
*raise money for research and development
Fascinating figures from the worlds of media, technology, fashion, food, and more share their secrets with tomorrow's leaders.
160 pages, Paperback
Published June 5, 2018
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About the author
Katherine Ellison
18 books67 followersKatherine Ellison is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist, former foreign correspondent, writing consultant, and author of four books, including The Mommy Brain: How Motherhood Makes You Smarter. The mother of two sons, she lives in the San Francisco Bay Area."
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January 13, 2019
A great collection of women CEOs. I'm kind of disappointed in some of the choices like Taylor Swift for example, does she really belong in this group? Not really. However, I do think it is inspirational and a worthy read for their target audience. I appreciate the business 101 tips and lessons throughout. I also love how the backgrounds and early years of these women aren't sugar coated. Great book!
September 26, 2019
What do you want to be when you grow up? Here’s a fun and inspiring book to read while you dream about your future. Forty women who are leaders in all kinds of different careers and industries are included. Their struggles and accomplishments are highlighted, and their advice is showcased. Learn practical tips, and stretch your imagination about a world of opportunities to consider. The information is great for girls and for boys.
So many of the people featured began their success before they became adults, acting on their personal interests and strengths. They found that there was a need for what they had to offer, and they were able to find a way to supply their products or their services in the marketplace. This book shows how others have turned their interests into a career. It offers suggestions on how to build a strong network. It’s encouraging how these successful women showcase ways that they learned from setbacks. And it’s exciting to read examples where charity has been incorporated into a business model.
Just take a look at a sample of some of the leaders who are included: Bridget Hilton - Founder of LSATN Sound Co., Judy Faulkner – Founder and CEO of Epic Systems, Tavi Gevinson – Founder and editor-in-chief of Rookie Find Your Voice, J. K. Rowling – Author, Rachel Zietz – Founder and CEO of Gladiator Lacrosse, Taylor Swift – Singer Songwriter, Joy Mangano – Inventor, founder and President of Ingenious Designs, and so many more. Who are these women? What do they do and what secrets to success are they happy to share? You’ll have fun meeting them on the pages of Girl CEO and deciding what ideas you’d like to try. Then, take action and see what you can do. Share what you’ve learned with your friends and parents. At the end of the book there’s a list of books, blogs, and websites that may also be useful when learning about entrepreneurial women.
The authors and illustrator are also fascinating women in interesting careers. Ronnie Cohen is a prize-winning freelance journalist in Northern California. Katherine Ellison is also a Journalist, winning several awards including a Pulitzer Prize for International Reporting. She is also a Speaker, and Communications Consultant. Georgia Rucker is a Graphic Designer and Illustrator. Girl CEO is one of the Generation Girl books that celebrate game-changing women.
So many of the people featured began their success before they became adults, acting on their personal interests and strengths. They found that there was a need for what they had to offer, and they were able to find a way to supply their products or their services in the marketplace. This book shows how others have turned their interests into a career. It offers suggestions on how to build a strong network. It’s encouraging how these successful women showcase ways that they learned from setbacks. And it’s exciting to read examples where charity has been incorporated into a business model.
Just take a look at a sample of some of the leaders who are included: Bridget Hilton - Founder of LSATN Sound Co., Judy Faulkner – Founder and CEO of Epic Systems, Tavi Gevinson – Founder and editor-in-chief of Rookie Find Your Voice, J. K. Rowling – Author, Rachel Zietz – Founder and CEO of Gladiator Lacrosse, Taylor Swift – Singer Songwriter, Joy Mangano – Inventor, founder and President of Ingenious Designs, and so many more. Who are these women? What do they do and what secrets to success are they happy to share? You’ll have fun meeting them on the pages of Girl CEO and deciding what ideas you’d like to try. Then, take action and see what you can do. Share what you’ve learned with your friends and parents. At the end of the book there’s a list of books, blogs, and websites that may also be useful when learning about entrepreneurial women.
The authors and illustrator are also fascinating women in interesting careers. Ronnie Cohen is a prize-winning freelance journalist in Northern California. Katherine Ellison is also a Journalist, winning several awards including a Pulitzer Prize for International Reporting. She is also a Speaker, and Communications Consultant. Georgia Rucker is a Graphic Designer and Illustrator. Girl CEO is one of the Generation Girl books that celebrate game-changing women.
April 2, 2020
This book is geared toward tweens and young adults. What I really liked about it is that it touches on entrepreneurs of all ages and features ones that aren’t always the big newsmakers. It also provides basic business terms that would be great for future girl CEOs to learn early and use forever.
September 7, 2019
Some interesting choices in here, and a few were really unexpected. I think all readers will be able to find someone who resonates with them in this. I think it is valuable in showing that there are many paths to success.
December 25, 2023
First world businesses are discussed here. It would be nice if we had businesses from all over the world.
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