Driven by Intention: Own Your Purpose, Gain Power, and Pursue Your Passion as a Woman at Work

A groundbreaking guide for women who want to transform the way they work and create their own success, from an award-winning global diversity expert. It provides practical advice on a wide range of workplace challenges, explores the inspiring successes of real working women, and offers heartfelt insights and tips for impact seekers who want to make a real difference in their own lives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education

In today's competitive landscape, success goes beyond mere ambition. It requires a deliberate and intentional approach. However, intention without clarity, purposeful words, and calculated actions is akin to a ship navigating without a compass. According to Michelle Gadsden-Williams, a renowned global expert in diversity, workplace culture, and career development, intention goes beyond setting goals; it encompasses the seamless execution and achievement of those goals. In her groundbreaking guide, Gadsden-Williams empowers women to show up authentically while also delivering exceptional results. Through her research-based insights, practical strategies, and self-empowering exercises, readers will gain the tools they need to:
1. Craft clear goals and intentions, and follow through with unwavering commitment.
2. Bridge the gap between their true selves and the professional image they present at work.
3. Pursue their passions and values, aligning their goals and behaviors with their core beliefs.
4. Build strong and authentic relationships within their professional network.
5. Navigate career "swerves" and mitigate the consequences of burnout.
Driven by Intention goes beyond offering practical advice on various workplace challenges. It delves into the inspiring stories of real working women who have achieved remarkable success, as well as encountered setbacks along the way. Gadsden-Williams showcases the accomplishments of Mellody Hobson, President and Co-CEO of Ariel Investments, Georgene Huang and Romy Newman, CEO and Co-Founder and President and Co-Founder of Fairygodboss, Sheri Salata, who had a remarkable tenure as Co-President of the Oprah Winfrey Network and President of Winfrey's Harpo Productions, and Angela Yee, the host of the widely popular, nationally syndicated morning show, The Breakfast Club, along with DJ Envy and C. These women's journeys serve as a testament to the power of intention and the ability to overcome obstacles. By applying the principles outlined in this guide, readers will be equipped to unlock their full potential, thrive in their careers, and make a meaningful impact on the world around them.

Weight: 447g
ISBN-13: 9781260473919