Last week, we brought you some of the best advice executives had ever been given – a quick glimpse into the “secret lives of CEOs.” Because really, who doesn’t want to hear more advice from truly powerful people? That’s why I was so excited when I read Fast Company’s most recent compilation of advice - “What Glass Ceiling? Killer Career Advice From Women Who Lead By Example.” Fast Company compiled great advice from women like Sheryl Sandberg of Facebook, Kimberly Davis of JP Morgan Chase Foundation, and Ellen Kumata of Cambria Consulting.
My favorite piece of advice here comes from the now infamous Sheryl Sandberg TED Talk. Speaking of would-be mothers, she uttered a few words we should all take into consideration, not just mothers or mothers-to-be. “Don’t make decisions too far in advance, particularly ones you’re not even conscious you’re making.” How often have we all thought, “Maybe I shouldn’t do X because I’m thinking about looking for another job….or having a baby….or going on vacation.” Sheryl is right. Decision-making is decision-making, at that time, not before.
Read more killer advice from women who lead by example at Fast Company by clicking here.
About the Author: Marcy Twete
Marcy Twete is the Founder and CEO of Career Girl Network and the author of the book “You Know Everybody! A Career Girl’s Guide to Building a Network That Works.” At Career Girl Network, Marcy provides women with information, resources, and networking to empower them in their careers and to advance the work of women in business as a whole. Prior to launching Career Girl Network, Marcy worked in numerous nonprofit organizations and as a consultant in the field of nonprofit fundraising, marketing, and community relations. Marcy is a graduate of the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, Minnesota, and a native of rural North Dakota. She is the Vice Chair of the Chicago Board of Directors for Step Up Women’s Network in Chicago and a member of the Advisory Board for Girls on the Run Twin Cities, and is dedicated to advancing the work of organizations that move the needle for women and girls worldwide.
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