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Summary: Also applies to women who own a business or are self-employed
Comment: Gail Evans provides very practical advice in a very matter of fact way. As a consultant and trainer
for Woman Owned Businesses I always look at women's business books from the woman-owned angle.
Although the book is written primarily for women that are employees, almost everything in it is
applicable to women who own businesses or are self-employed. One of the best parts of the book is
the guidance on "getting picked for the Team." The "rules" in this section definantly apply to
women business owners in negotiation and especially in marketing their products and services. There
are several places in the book where Ms Evans points out that women don't ask, often waiting to be
asked. This approach will not work if a woman business owner is seeking financing or selling her
products/services. The advice in this section could help make a huge difference for women business
owners. The very best advice in the book is about how women can use their relationship orientation
and skills wisely and to advantage; women business owners can apply this to running and marketing
their business. One other very good section is the explanation about "Yes is Yes." Unfortunately,
we women don't always accept a Yes immediately, but continue explaining, seeking reassurance or
justifying. I would recommend this book to any of my Woman Owned Business clients and workshop
attendees.

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Summary: Common Sense Reminders
Comment: Frankly, reading the comments here was almost as much fun as reading the book. A couple of really
negative reviews from guys who sound terribly bitter, one bad review from someone who thought she
didn't know what she was talking about because he/she disagreed with a particular television report
that she had a hand in producting, one negative comment because ... she had gotten too many positive
comments before and just needed to be knocked down a notch? Not entirely sure if I got the gist of
that one. A couple of middling to negative reviews from people who thought she was dead wrong. And
then the majority of positive reviews who seem to think she brought some of these rules down after a
chat with a burning bush.

Here's the thing - there are some tidbits of insight in
here, but most of it is just common sense. Unfortunately, it's common sense that is easy to forget
when you're caught up in the politics of an office. Sometimes the best lessons are the short
reminders to get back to basics, and this book certainly does that.

There's nothing
BAD in this book - all she says is that if you want to get ahead in a man's world, you at least have
to know the rules. You aren't obligated to play by them, but don't get all testy when you don't get
what you want. In fact, you don't even have to play at all. But why not use your knowledge of the
game to get ahead? Why not take the path of least resistance?

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Summary: Women's Guidebook
Comment: Gail Evans really hits it on the head with this book. Having been a woman in business for almost 20
years, I wish I had read this when I was 20. A must read for any woman working in the business
world, even if only to "understand" the mindset of men which will help you to make better decisions
and choices. Just understanding how a man is thinking about you in "business" can help you be more
successful and empowered.
A must read.

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Summary: FABULOUS!
Comment: Gail Evans is amazing. She really knows what she is talking about! I refer to this book often in
my career. Really helps me to feel good about decisions and not second guess myself. I tell
everyone about it and have even given it as gifts to those that are starting out in their careers
and those I see struggling in the workplace. Highly recommended!

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Summary: Women's rules of business engagement
Comment: One of the most helpful books for women in corporate world. Unwritten rules of business engagement
every woman should know if she wants to be successful in business. This book outlines differences
in perception of men and women in today's working environment. Main take for all women is: do not
dress sexy - you will loose credibility, or scare away devoted family men, know your place at the
meetings (do not hide, find a visible place to sit, be seen and be heard), have manners (men can get
away without it, women cannot), avoid having love affairs, or participating in any type of sexual
inuendo while at work - it will hurt your career, know the meaning of "yes" (move on) and "no" (try
again, later) in business world, do not let your frugality get in the way of presenting yourself to
the staff you manage, vendors you collaborate with and peers who opt for posh office furniture and
carpeting, your office space does matter do not settle for less. List goes on and on. The most
interesting part of the book is classification of women labor prototype: Daughter, Mother, Wife and
Mistress role. If you know your (male) boss' perception of you, you should definitely know what
your next career step needs to be. As you move on professionally, do not attempt to assume the same
role - you will end up typecasting yourself. Must read for every person in the workplace.

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