Here is a curated list of 25 top-selling books and audiobooks focused on leadership, empowerment, and women:
1. “Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead” by Sheryl Sandberg
Explores challenges women face in leadership roles and offers practical advice for overcoming them.
2. “Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.” by Brené Brown
A guide on how vulnerability can be a strength in leadership.
3. “The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance” by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman
Discusses the importance of confidence in women’s success.
4. “Rising Strong” by Brené Brown
Focuses on the power of resilience and learning from setbacks.
5. “How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job” by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith
Identifies and addresses common habits that hinder women’s career progress.
6. “Women and Leadership: Real Lives, Real Lessons” by Julia Gillard and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Shares insights from female leaders worldwide on overcoming obstacles.
7. “The Likeability Trap: How to Break Free and Succeed as You Are” by Alicia Menendez
Examines the tension between being liked and being respected as a leader.
8. “Own It: The Power of Women at Work” by Sallie Krawcheck
Advocates for women to embrace their unique strengths in the workplace.
9. “That’s What She Said: What Men Need to Know (and Women Need to Tell Them) About Working Together” by Joanne Lipman
Provides strategies for improving gender dynamics in the workplace.
10. “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance” by Angela Duckworth
Highlights the role of perseverance in achieving long-term goals.
11. “More Than Enough: Claiming Space for Who You Are (No Matter What They Say)” by Elaine Welteroth
A memoir that inspires women to claim their worth and space.
12. “In the Company of Women: Inspiration and Advice from over 100 Makers, Artists, and Entrepreneurs” by Grace Bonney
Features interviews with successful women from diverse fields.
13. “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol S. Dweck
Discusses the power of a growth mindset in personal and professional development.
14. “Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office: Unconscious Mistakes Women Make That Sabotage Their Careers” by Lois P. Frankel
Identifies common mistakes women make and offers advice to overcome them.
15. “Know Your Value: Women, Money, and Getting What You’re Worth” by Mika Brzezinski
Encourages women to negotiate and advocate for their true worth.
16. “The Next Generation of Women Leaders: What You Need to Lead but Won’t Learn in Business School” by Selena Rezvani
Shares stories and advice from successful women leaders.
17. “Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too Movement” by Tarana Burke
Memoir of the founder of the Me Too movement, inspiring leadership through personal narrative.
18. “How Remarkable Women Lead: The Breakthrough Model for Work and Life” by Joanna Barsh, Susie Cranston, and Geoffrey Lewis
Offers a model for leadership that integrates personal fulfillment and professional success.
19. “The Most Powerful Woman in the Room Is You: Command an Audience and Sell Your Way to Success” by Lydia Fenet
Combines personal anecdotes and practical advice for commanding a presence.
20. “HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Women and Leadership” by Harvard Business Review, Herminia Ibarra, and others
A collection of impactful articles on women’s leadership challenges and strategies.
21. “Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity” by Kim Scott
Emphasizes the importance of direct, honest communication in leadership.
22. “Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead” by Tara Mohr
Encourages women to embrace their ambitions and leadership potential.
23. “Bossypants” by Tina Fey
A humorous yet insightful memoir about leadership and career from the comedian and writer.
24. “The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World” by Melinda Gates
Explores how empowering women can drive societal change.
25. “Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype” by Clarissa Pinkola Estés
Uses myths and stories to explore the strength and resilience of women.
These books offer a wealth of knowledge, inspiration, and practical strategies for women seeking to enhance their leadership skills and empower themselves in their personal and professional lives.
Published by Vonna G.
The Urban Leadership Network 