A must-read guide for small business owners navigating a critical turning point: when you either level up or give up. It's never been easier to start a business--and it's never been harder to scale it. Half of new businesses in America don't make it past five years. Stacey Abrams and Lara Hodgson want to help today's entrepreneurs beat the odds by revealing the unseen tethers that keep small businesses from growing and thriving. &nbsp; Drawing on firsthand experience starting and scaling multiple companies over nearly two decades,&nbsp;Now® cofounders&nbsp;Abrams and Hodgson crystallize their hard-won advice into a single how-to, got-to guide for small business owners. In Level Up, they share intense behind-the-scenes stories of building their own&nbsp;businesses, as well as actionable, get-it-done principles for founders looking to propel their ventures forward. &nbsp; This is straight talk from the trenches on real issues like hiring, identifying a revenue strategy, recognizing when growth is a trap, and managing cash flow, from a duo that's been there. Abrams and Hodgson also elevate and share the experiences of other successful founders including, Jules Pieri of The Grommet, Alisa Clark of Glory Professional Services, and Sheila Jordan of Knowledge Architects. &nbsp; New businesses started by entrepreneurs drive net new job growth. Yet, for the last four decades, startups have increasingly struggled to overcome a system of red tape and barriers to capital and commerce. As a new generation of founders launches a flurry of firms in&nbsp;the&nbsp;wake of&nbsp;the pandemic recession, Abrams and Hodgson offer key insights and support to help entrepreneurs&nbsp;break free and get to the next level.&nbsp;

Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back

Business & Money

Cabot, Heather

Abrams, Stacey

Hodgson, Lara

Finance

Portfolio

Find success in a workplace dominated by men. Sexism. Self-doubt. Invisibility. When you're one of the only women in your workplace, it can be difficult to gain your footing. Organizations need to change, but in the meantime, women can find success in these settings--and even flourish in them. Thriving in a Male-Dominated Workplace provides the advice you need to ensure your professional growth in roles and industries that have traditionally been filled by and controlled by men. From connecting with the right people to growing your confidence to fighting back against bias, you'll be able to establish your credibility and be seen by your colleagues as the expert you are. This book will inspire you to: <ul> <li>Find support across the organization</li> <li>Overcome impostor syndrome and self-doubt</li> <li>Speak up for yourself and your accomplishments</li> <li>Build a better culture--once and for all</li> </ul> The HBR Women at Work series spotlights the real challenges and opportunities women experience throughout their careers. With interviews from the popular podcast of the same name and related articles, stories, and research, these books provide inspiration and advice for taking on topics at work like inequity, advancement, and building community. Featuring detailed discussion guides, this series will help you spark important conversations about where we're at and how to move forward.

Thriving in a Male-Dominated Workplace (HBR Women at Work Series)

Review, Harvard Business

Grenny, Joseph

King, Michelle P.

Business Culture

Harvard Business Review Press

A purposeful career path starts with you. 
As a woman, navigating your career path can be challenging. At times you're faced with lack of support, unconscious bias and negative assumptions, disruptive career pauses, and more. So how can you get beyond these obstacles and progress your career in a way that is meaningful and fulfilling? 
Taking Charge of Your Career helps readers navigate the tricky territory of charting a rewarding career path. Whether you're new to the workforce, reentering after a pause, or trying to find your way through a midcareer slump, you'll find research, advice, and practical tips to help you move forward. 
This book will inspire you to: Decide what a meaningful career looks like to you Align yourself with the right supporters and mentors Approach hard decisions with confidence Navigate difficult transitions Be your own biggest advocate\nThe HBR Women at Work series spotlights the real challenges and opportunities women experience throughout their careers. With interviews from the popular podcast of the same name and related articles, stories, and research, these books provide inspiration and advice for taking on topics at work like inequity, advancement, and building community. Featuring detailed discussion guides, this series will help you spark important conversations about where we're at and how to move forward.

Taking Charge of Your Career (HBR Women at Work Series)

Clark, Dorie

Wittenberg-Cox, Avivah

Abrams, Stacy

Job Hunting & Careers

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