The bestselling guide fully updated for the post-Lean In era

For nearly two decades, Hardball for Women has shown women how to get ahead in the business world. Whether the arena is a law firm, a medical group, a tech company, or any other work environment, Hardball for Women decodes male business culture and shows women how to break patterns of behavior that put them at a disadvantage. It explains how to get results when you "lean in" without being thrown off balance. Illustrated with real-life examples Hardball for Women teaches women how to:


Successfully navigate middle management to become a leader in your field
Be assertive without being obnoxious
Display confidence
Engage in smart self-promotion
Lead both men and women-and recognize the differences between them
Use "power talk" language to your advantage