Take the Lead - by Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj & Anne-Valérie Corboz & Delphine Mourot

About the Book

"Only 26% of leadership positions in business are occupied by women. This book explores how we can close this prevailing gender gap before offering practical strategies on how you can Take the Lead as a business leader. Combining academic rigour with corporate expertise, this book features first-hand research and interviews with female leaders within global organizations to offer the strategies and insights that will propel you to success. From managing conflict and building confidence to growing your network and shaping your career, Take the Lead offers the strategies and inspiration you need to boost your leadership skills and establish yourself as a successful and influential changemaker."--

Book Synopsis

The business world is in need of more powerful and insightful female leaders. Discover the strategies and inspiration you need to Take the Lead.

Only 26% of leadership positions in business are occupied by women. This book explores how we can close this prevailing gender gap before offering practical strategies on how you can Take the Lead as a business leader. Combining academic rigour with corporate expertise, this book features first-hand research and interviews with female leaders within global organizations to offer the strategies and insights that will propel you to success.

From managing conflict and building confidence to growing your network and shaping your career, Take the Lead offers the strategies and inspiration you need to boost your leadership skills and establish yourself as a successful and influential changemaker.

Review Quotes

"Take The Lead stands out as the book for women who want to move into leadership. I encourage women to read this book and use the practical suggestions along with the canvas for their leadership growth. It's also a great book for male allies to understand what they can do to increase gender diversity in their organizations."-- "Viviane Paxinos, CEO, Allbright"

"A beacon of inspiration for female leaders in the business world. Backed by rigorous research and insights from women leaders on six continents, this book offers practical advice to succeed in uncertain circumstances through creativity and self-reflection. Take the Lead equips you with the tools to innovate, seize opportunities, and ascend the corporate ladder with confidence. An invaluable guide for aspiring leaders."-- "Hubert Joly, former CEO, Best Buy, senior lecturer, Harvard Business School and author of The Heart of Business"

"A much-needed manual, mixing inspiration, wisdom and practical tips. Take the Lead is a vital book for any of us seeking to advance our careers, with courage and creativity - and without losing sight of ourselves and our values."-- "Isabel Berwick, Financial Times"

"A necessary and timely international take on what companies and individuals can do to close the gender gap. Featuring inspiring portraits of great female role models and clear action plans, I highly recommend this book."-- "Eleanor Mills, founder and Editor-in-Chief, Chief Noon"

"A remarkable ode to women's empowerment, and it could not be more relevant today. This book is a call to action, an invitation to dare, an encouragement for change."-- "Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman and former CEO, L'Oreal"

"In its concise yet deeply inspiring pages, this book offers invaluable guidance. It's a treasure trove of wisdom curated from exceptional leaders, generously sharing their insights gleaned from remarkable leadership journeys. Take the Lead is a delightful, effortless journey through valuable lessons, making it an essential and enjoyable read for anyone seeking to thrive in both life and career."-- "Clare Mahon, Managing Director, EMEA AESC"

"Provide readers with a framework for innovation, change and courageous leadership. Drawing on experiences from successful leaders across the world, the authors challenge assumptions and offer a new approach to addressing the benefits of gender diverse leadership."-- "Soumitra Dutta, Dean, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford"

"Reading Take the Lead is like having a support team of women leaders alongside you, sharing their wisdom and experience, and fostering courage and confidence in you on your leadership journey."-- "Kim Morgan MCC, CEO and founder, Barefoot Coaching Ltd."

"The stories shared provide a great resource for leaders of any gender. The book emphasizes the benefits of creativity and innovation in problem-solving, both of which are essential skills for any leader addressing complexity."-- "Joy Burnford, CEO & founder, Encompass Equality and author of Don't Fix Women"

About the Author

Anne-Valérie Corboz is Dean and Professor at HEC Paris Executive Education, specializing in strategy and leadership.

Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj is an Associate Professor at HEC Paris in Qatar. She was previously Associate Professor at Henley Business School.

Delphine Mourot-Haxaire is an executive coach, teacher and author. She is the Director of HEC in the UK and a former banker and lawyer.