Ms. Wilson began as an attorney but has since become a small business expert, award winning entrepreneur and the co-founder of [...] the information destination site for American small business and is the epitome of a successful American woman.



It was her goal, with this work to share information which she and other women of power and note in America utilized in their careers to gain their personal definition of success. However women are not men and it was important for Ms. Wilson to point out what strengths and weaknesses young career minded women put forth in today's society that differ from the more readily accessible male model. Above and beyond that was to impart that success is relative and multidimensional and ultimately it is up to the individual to define and attain on the terms of their choosing.



The title at first glance may seem exclusionary. While most certainly written for a woman pursuing upward mobility in career and life in general; this book in no way constitutes "male-bashing" of any sort. In fact, many of the life lessons presented would benefit any individual seeking self improvement, even a man.



Her comments particularly on knowing ones personal goals and devising a personal mission statement which incorporates non-negotiable attributes to keep one's whole life on track are especially potent. A fulfilling career is only one part of a successful and powerful life.