LEAN IN

“LEAN IN. Women, work and the will to lead” by Sheryl Sandberg.

 

I’ve really enjoyed reading this book, filled with personal anecdotes but also backed-up with lots of research data.

I could relate a lot with the book as it describes perfectly many thoughts and emotions I’ve encountered at the workplace.

It is an inspirational book, helping us to rationalise and understand what is still at stake regarding gender equality at the workplace.

The key take away for me: gender equality will only be possible if two criteria are met:

  • contextual changes
  • mindset changes 

And for this to happen, women need to change the way they see themselves…