Lead Like a Woman - by Deborah Smith Pegues (Paperback)

About the Book

Whether at work, at home, or in your community, you are already a leader. Deborah Smith Pegues challenges you to let go of unproductive thinking and empowers you to step boldly into the authority God has given you.

Book Synopsis

Speak up.
Don't take it so personally.
Just make a decision already.

Every day, whether they're competing in the business world or serving in a nonprofit, women hear that they're not enough. They're too emotional to lead, and the way they act, speak, and even think is detrimental to success.

But in Lead Like a Woman, former Fortune 500 executive Deborah Smith Pegues shows that your uniquely female qualities can position you for success--if you know how to use them. She'll teach you to embrace 12 traits that can help you excel as a leader, and she'll also help you eliminate 12 tendencies that could be hindering your progress.

You will discover how to...

• develop confidence while sharpening your professional and relational skills
• let go of unproductive thoughts and habits that sabotage your success
• create a transformative, participative, and inclusive organization

Whether at work or in your community, Lead Like a Woman will empower you to walk boldly down your path of leadership and find fulfillment in the journey.

Review Quotes

"Lead Like a Woman is a leadership bible for women. Keep it near your desk, underline it, and mark it up because you'll be referring to it again and again. I've always been a huge fan of Deborah's books, but this is an amazing achievement."
--Kathleen Cooke, cofounder and executive vice president, Cooke Media Group and The Influence Lab; author of Hope 4 Today

"As an avid reader, there are few books that can really stick with me for a long period of time. You will find yourself excited, determined, and in total agreement with all Deborah's time-tested personal examples as a successful leader and God-fearing woman. Get one for yourself and sow another copy in another woman's life!"
--Marilyn Hickey, Founder, Marilyn Hickey Ministries, Inc., co-host of Today with Marilyn & Sarah, author of It's Not Over Until You Win

"Bold, practical, engaging...an inspiring, transformative resource for women leaders."
--Shaunti Feldhahn, bestselling author of For Women Only and The Male Factor

"Deborah is an absolute pro! This book is a must read for any woman trying to increase her influence. Leadership is a learnable skill and Lead Like a Woman has keys that will help you unlock your leadership future."
--Chris Robinson, executive vice president, The John Maxwell Team

"Deborah's wisdom is priceless. Many of the recommendations she puts forth are not found in college and business school curricula--leaving many women to learn by trial and error. Lead Like a Woman is unbiased, practical, and guaranteed to yield synergistic results when followed. I highly recommend this book to women leaders at every level of authority and to the many men who are committed to seeing them succeed."
--Bishop Edward Smith, presiding bishop, ZOE Association International; author of Fruitfulness

"If you can collaborate and have people own the results rather than dictating the change to them, you'll be more successful."
--Michelle McKenna, Senior VP/CIO, National Football League

"In Lead Like a Woman, Deborah challenges women to pursue their calling with confidence. Every woman in a place of authority or influence will find personal and professional enlightenment in this impactful resource."
--Shirley Hoogstra, JD, president, Council for Christian Colleges and Universities

"Smart, sophisticated, spiritual, simple, and straightforward. Deborah Pegues gets it all in Lead Like a Woman."
--Leith Anderson, author of Leadership That Works; president emeritus, National Association of Evangelicals

About the Author

Deborah Smith Pegues is a CPA/MBA, certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach and Speaker, certified behavior consultant, Bible teacher, and international speaker. She has written 17 transformational books, including the bestselling 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue (over one million sold worldwide) and The One-Minute Money Mentor for Women. She and her husband, Darnell, have been married for more than 40 years.