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Get Your Career in SHAPE: A Five-Step Guide to Achieve the Success You Need, Want, and Deserve Kindle Edition

by Candace Steele Flippin (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Instead of holding our careers down or back, women can rise―on our terms. Are you ready to own your power and take the next step in your career?

With groundbreaking research on women's leadership, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin's guidebook empowers women to "challenge the glass ceiling system within their own minds" (Tyree C. Daniels, executive chairman at Memphis College Preparatory).

Women's careers are held back by cultural norms, gender bias, sexism, and self-policing.

And too often, their self-efficacy―the belief in their ability to be successful―is at risk.

TEDx speaker Dr. Candace Steele Flippin has been recognized as one of the Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America and knows firsthand what women in the workforce must overcome.

In this revolutionary book, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin delivers practical career guidance to accelerate women's leadership and professional development. This tested framework pairs her experience as a communications executive with her research as an engaged management scholar in the Weatherhead School of Management community at Case Western Reserve University.

Her game-changing SHAPE career framework is organized into five accessible steps:

  • Save: Create and nurture a strong financial future
  • Hard work: Gain alignment with your boss on your impact
  • Advocate: Stand up for yourself, speak up, and get noticed
  • Persevere: Keep going, keep trying, and know when it's time to leave
  • Educate: Continually advance your knowledge base and improve upon your skillsets

With new research insights, as well as personal experiences from Dr. Candace Steele Flippin and other accomplished female leaders, Get Your Career in SHAPE provides a realistic overview of the roadblocks women confront in the workplace―and how to overcome them effectively.

Following the success of Lean In, Burnout, and We Should All Be Millionaires, Get Your Career in SHAPE is an essential read for women at all stages of their careers.

"A good dose of medicine for women to restore, recharge, and refocus on career success." ―Tabrina Davis, vice president of marketing and communication at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

"A true guide to earning the success that you have been working so hard for. Dr. Candace Steele Flippin's system makes career success attainable to anyone." ―The Lost Chapter, LLC, bookstore

“This book should be on the reading lists of anyone who seeks to not just revamp a career, but revitalize it (there is a difference). Get Your Career in SHAPE arrives at a time when more people are questioning tried-and-true routines and directions towards personal and professional success. Highly recommended for women's issues reading lists, business collections, and book groups discussing personal and professional transformation.” —D. Donovan, senior reviewer at Midwest Book Review

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"One of 12 Marketing and Business Books Everyone Should Read" - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn Marketing Solutions Blog.

"This book should be on the reading lists of anyone who seeks to not just revamp a career, but revitalize it (there is a difference). Highly recommended for women's issues reading lists, business collections, and book groups discussing personal and professional transformation." —D. Donovan, senior reviewer at Midwest Book Review

"A comprehensive plan to help women improve their careers. Many readers will feel they've at last met the professional mentor of their dreams." - Kirkus Reviews

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Instead of holding our careers down or back, women can rise--on our terms. Are you ready to own your power and take the next step in your career?

With groundbreaking research on women's leadership, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin's guidebook empowers women to "challenge the glass ceiling system within their own minds" (Tyree C. Daniels, executive chairman at Memphis College Preparatory).

Women's careers are held back by cultural norms, gender bias, sexism, and self-policing.

And too often, their self-efficacy--the belief in their ability to be successful--is at risk.

TEDx speaker Dr. Candace Steele Flippin has been recognized as one of the Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America and knows firsthand what women in the workforce must overcome.

In this revolutionary book, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin delivers practical career guidance to accelerate women's leadership and professional development. This tested framework pairs her experience as a communications executive with her research as an engaged management scholar in the Weatherhead School of Management community at Case Western Reserve University.

Her game-changing SHAPE career framework is organized into five accessible steps:

  • Save Create and nurture a strong financial future
  • Hard work Gain alignment with your boss on your impact
  • Advocate Stand up for yourself, speak up, and get noticed
  • Persevere Keep going, keep trying, and know when it's time to leave
  • Educate Continually advance your knowledge base and improve upon your skillsets

With new research insights, as well as personal experiences from Dr. Candace Steele Flippin and other accomplished female leaders, Get Your Career in SHAPE provides a realistic overview of the roadblocks women confront in the workplace--and how to overcome them effectively.

Following the success of Lean In, Burnout, and We Should All Be Millionaires, Get Your Career in SHAPE is an essential read for women at all stages of their careers.

"A good dose of medicine for women to restore, recharge, and refocus on career success." --Tabrina Davis, vice president of marketing and communication at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

"A true guide to earning the success that you have been working so hard for. Dr. Candace Steele Flippin's system makes career success attainable to anyone." --The Lost Chapter, LLC Bookstore

--This text refers to the hardcover edition.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wise Ink Creative Publishing (March 8, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 8, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2904 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 166 pages
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Recognized as one of the most influential Black executives in corporate America by Savoy Magazine, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin is a global communications expert, multigenerational workplace scholar, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author.

Since 2016, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin has been appointed as an engaged scholar in the Weatherhead School of Management community at Case Western Reserve University. Her research focuses on practical methods to accelerate the leadership development of women, Gen X, Gen Z, and millennials in the workplace.

Dr. Candace Steele Flippin, affectionately known as "Dr. Candace," is a frequent speaker and thought leader who uses her unique background as a researcher and executive to provide practical career insights on the future of the multigenerational workplace.

In her downtime, she collects works from emerging visual artists and enjoys traveling with her family. She and her husband live in Atlanta, Georgia. For more workplace resources, visit www.candacesteeleflippin.com.

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This book is our book club choice this month. We are in different stages of our careers. We all want to be in better professional SHAPE. I suggest it to any woman regardless of age or generation. It answers so many questions that can keep you stuck. I am giving it as a coaching gift for my clients. Go get in SHAPE!
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Rachael
5.0 out of 5 stars Must-read for Career Success
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023
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The insights shared in this book are key to building a successful career and are beneficial at any point in your career journey. I love that Dr. Steele Flippin emphasizes the importance of saving money and continuing education as pillars for career success. This book is a must-read for career growth and is one you will continually reference.
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Vicki in CT
5.0 out of 5 stars I needed this right now.
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2022
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I feel like this book was written for someone like me—a mid-career woman doing a lot of pandemic reflection on my goals, values, and future. During the pandemic, I’ve had a lot of thoughts about my own career—some of those thoughts being pretty negative. Honestly, one of the most helpful things in this book for me is the stories and examples Dr. Flippin offers from her own career. It’s helpful to know that even someone like Dr. Flippin didn’t always feel like she had everything “in shape.” I need that. I need to feel less alone in some of my feelings of inadequacy. Being able to relate to the stories of successful and wise women like Dr. Flippin gives me hope that, when I have discouraging moments, I can climb out of my negative thought spiral and persevere!

One story that I particularly appreciated in the book was when Dr. Flippin got a negative reaction to her research from a mentor. What was helpful to me about the story was that Dr. Flippin went with her gut in moving forward with her work. She recognized that this particular feedback was saying more about the mentor’s experiences than about Dr. Flippin’s research. This resonates because women are often given negative feedback, and we need to know that we can take this feedback and discern whether or not it makes real sense or is about something else. 

I also really resonate with the reminder to analyze what I have control over in my life and naming for myself that I do have choices and agency. And the chapter on advocating for myself makes me feel so uncomfortable (I hate advocating for myself!), but Dr. Flippin’s examples and clear strategies make me feel like I could actually give it a try!

I’m really grateful for this book, especially in this moment of personal and social transition. The text is full of practical advice. Dr. Flippin also offers so many real world examples that help me envision myself actually implementing her advice. It gives me tools and hope for a future that I can SHAPE for myself.
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JVS
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Advice for every stage of your career!
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2022
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This book was a great read. It gives practical advice and great examples on how to move your career forward no matter where you are, or where you want to go in life. Candace makes success feel doable for me. I know that it will take work to achieve my goals, but now I have a realistic place to start. I will get this book for my former students who are just starting their careers, and my for my friends who are ready to move on after 20+ years in their respective fields. Thank you Dr. Candace.
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Silvia
5.0 out of 5 stars relatable and full of career wisdom
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2022
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What Dr. Candace Steele Flippin has poured into these pages, is all the advice that I wish I had as young professional. However, I find that this book to be inspiring and a good reminder for any professional at any level. Through her own experience, research and vulnerability, Dr. Flippin drills down on a key element to success, self-efficacy and the steps you can take to enhance it.

I highly recommend that everyone go out there and pick up a copy of this book for themselves.
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Samina Bari
5.0 out of 5 stars A Valuable Resource for Young Professionals
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2022
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With its very practical framework and real-life anecdotes, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin provides a valuable resource to architect not only the career you want, but the kind of professional you want to be. I wish I had this guidance early in my career! I will certainly be gifting this book to all the young professionals I know to help set them on the right course.
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Leah
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2022
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I found this book to be extremely helpful as I am a young woman just starting off in my professional career! I feel like this book has prepared me to take the next steps to move my career forward. I am excited to take what I've learned and apply it to my life. Thank you so much Dr. Candace, this book came at the perfect time!
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Alison Battaglia
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2022
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This book is our book club choice this month. We are in different stages of our careers. We all want to be in better professional SHAPE. I suggest it to any woman regardless of age or generation. It answers so many questions that can keep you stuck. I am giving it as a coaching gift for my clients. Go get in SHAPE!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2022
This book is our book club choice this month. We are in different stages of our careers. We all want to be in better professional SHAPE. I suggest it to any woman regardless of age or generation. It answers so many questions that can keep you stuck. I am giving it as a coaching gift for my clients. Go get in SHAPE!
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is a Great Book! Get Your Copy Today! Don't Wait!
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2022
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If you are at a crossroads in your career and want to achieve the next level of success as determined by you... it is a great guide. It outlines the steps and thought processes needed to move to the next level.
It is an easy and enjoyable read. Looking forward to more great reads from this author.
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