The Assertive Woman: A New Look - Softcover

Do you want to:
--Restore blance in your life?
--Say no and draw the line with confidence?
--Make the right choices?
--Face up to challenges and changes with courage?

With THE ASSERTIVE WOMAN, now you can. This classic bestseller, revised and updated, is an original and lively self-help resource, packed with tested exercises, step-by-step guides, and solid advice on how to express yourself with co-workers, authority figures, lovers, family, and friends.

THE ASSERTIVE WOMAN debunks the tired old myths and stereotypes of women bosses, stay-at-home moms, "bully broads," and superwomen, and presents a refreshing, positive alternative.

From breaking out of the Compassion Trap and countering manipulation, to nurturing a hardy spirit and reaching out to friends and lovers, THE ASSERTIVE WOMAN delivers real answers and steadfast support to real women everywhere.

"...guide to a more rewarding life for women..." --King Features Syndicate

"...a must for any woman..." --Doubleday Book Club

"...a clear choice, worthy of attention, and meriting critical acclaim." --The Midwest Book Review

STANLEE PHELPS is a senior vice president in Leadership Development and Executive Coaching with Lee Hecht Harrison, a premier international career management company. Stanlee is frequently sought by the media to discuss issues pertaining to executive women and is a well-known speaker. She is past president of Women in Business and has served on boards of directors dedicated to advancing women's success in business.

NANCY K. AUSTIN is co-author, with Tom Peters, of the bestseller A PASSION FOR EXCELLENCE. She's a leading authority on building swift and lasting organizations to succeed. Nancy has written extensively for many magazines and journals including as a contributing editor at WORKING WOMAN, a columnist for 1099 (a webzine for independent professionals), and today as a contributing editor for INC. magazine. Nancy founded her company in 1985, and has been working with a cross-section of lively businesses ever since.