Sheryl Sandberg has consistently been on the Fortune magazine list of the 50 most powerful women and the Forbes magazine list of the 100 most influential women. In this leader profile, Helen shared why Sheryl is such an inspirational leader.

Lean-in

In the book Lean In, she shares her personal stories, uses research to shine a light on gender differences, and offers practical advice to help women achieve their goals. The book challenges us to change the conversation from what women can’t do to what we can do and serves as a rallying cry for us to work together to create a more equal world.

The book concerns business leadership and development, issues with the lack of women in government and business leadership positions, and feminism. It was published in March 2013, and as of the fall of 2013, the book had sold more than one million copies and was on top of the bestseller lists since its launch. 

Lean In is intended for professional women to help them achieve their career goals and for men who want to contribute to a more equitable society. The book argues that barriers are still preventing women from taking leadership roles in the workplace, barriers such as discrimination, blatant and subtle sexism, and sexual harassment.

You can learn more at her organization:

Leanin.org: We help women achieve their ambitions and work to create an equal world.

Option B

Sheryl Sandberg’s second book puts emphasis on grief and resilience in challenges within life. It offers practical tips for creating resilience in the family and community. 2.75 million copies have been sold since publication. 

optionb.org: Grief and hardship don’t have to be experienced alone. With Option B, learn how to support yourself & others during life’s most challenging moments.

— presented by Helen Josephine