Book Pick: Lean In - Sheryl Sandberg (Part III)

Just finished reading Sheryl Sandberg's Lean In.  Given it has almost the same level of following in my industry as say, Fifty Sades of Grey or Twilight did in the UK as a whole I was almost embarrassed to be reading it.  That combined with it's topic of feminism lead me to remove the dust cover to keep it anonymous...

However, really I should have read it with pride.  1) it is a very enjoyable read 2) makes a number of impactful points 3) who cares what other people on the bus think, if they want to judge me by my book choice, then feel free (I am a bit of a feminist anyway!).

I have already written 2 blog entries on this which can be found here and here.  Below are the additional points that stood out for me:

• One study showed that women are 80% more likely to get promoted if they have a mentor.

• As an employee you have to decide where you draw the line with regards to work.  The employer will likely always ask more of you, so it is important to decide what your limit is and be clear about it.

• Always look for areas / business that are growing, this is where career progression will be best.