Why did the girlboss fall so hard?

In 'Lean In,' Sheryl Sandberg combines personal anecdotes, hard data, and compelling research to address the challenges women face in their careers. The book encourages women to 'sit at the table,' seek challenges, take risks, and pursue their goals with gusto. Sandberg provides practical advice on negotiation techniques, mentorship, and building a satisfying career, while also discussing the importance of work-life balance and equal partnership in household responsibilities. The book aims to change the conversation from what women can’t do to what they can, and it recognizes the structural and internal barriers that women face in achieving leadership roles.

#GIRLBOSS is a blend of memoir, management guide, and feminist manifesto. Sophia Amoruso shares her transformative journey from a rebellious teenager involved in petty theft and dumpster diving to becoming the CEO of Nasty Gal, a $100+ million online fashion retailer. The book offers practical advice on entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of resilience, adaptability, and staying true to one's instincts. It also includes stories from Amoruso's personal life and the meteoric rise of Nasty Gal, as well as insights from other successful women in business.