Fascinating insights gleaned from interviews with 50 senior female executives, combined with findings from published research studies, make this a terrific guide for ambitious women particularly those in the early/mid stages of their career. Presented in a format which can be easily applied to career planning, the author offers practical solutions to the wide range of challenges that female executives are likely to face on their journey to the top. The liberal use of quotes from the impressive roster of interviewees brings the work to life, and the identification of nine critical job assignments is spot on in terms of my own experience as a senior head-hunter, who has followed the careers of numerous successful executives over many years. This book is full of tried and tested advice from the ladies who have gone before you. Advice you can really trust. Highly recommended.