HBR Women at Work Series

Next-Level Negotiating (HBR Women at Work Series)

by Harvard Business Review

Published 27 December 2022

Build trust—and create more value.

Whether you're negotiating a salary, a deal with a supplier, or your workload, thoughtful preparation increases your confidence, resilience—and results. But it's not just numbers and strategies. Advocating for yourself, your team, and your business can feel personal, so you also need to manage the emotions that arise during the process.

Next-Level Negotiating provides the research, advice, and practical tips you need to counter the harmful stereotypes about women and negotiation to communicate clearly who you are and what you need. Establish trust with your counterpart and face negotiations of any size with curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative mindset—all the essentials to successfully seal a deal.

This book will inspire you to:

Set a clear target—and imagine alternatives
Consider your counterpart's context and perspective
Manage the emotions in the room
Strike a deal that works for you

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)

by Harvard Business Review

Published 27 December 2022

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:

Find support across the organization
Overcome impostor syndrome and self-doubt
Speak up for yourself and your accomplishments
Build a better culture—once and for all

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.

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

by Harvard Business Review

Published 27 December 2022

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

Overcoming Ageism (HBR Women at Work Series)

by Harvard Business Review

Published 27 February 2024

Combat age discrimination in your workplace.

Everyone experiences age-related bias at some point in their careers, but for women the costs are greater. Sure, there are laws and organizational rules prohibiting age-related discrimination, but lived experience shows there's no "right age" to be a woman. Whether you're seen as too old or too young, ageism affects the opportunities you have access to, how others perceive you, and how much your contributions are valued.

Overcoming Ageism offers stories, research, and advice about navigating gendered age discrimination and bias at work. From advocating for yourself to ensuring continual learning and curiosity, you'll learn how to show others the unique expertise you bring to the organization and take back control of your career growth.

This book will inspire you to:

Establish your credibility with those around you
Overcome imposter syndrome
Build a support system across age groups
Work together to end age bias in your organization