Book description
Likeable Badass is a breath-of-fresh-air guide that turns the age-old question "How do women climb the ladder without losing their soul?" into a concrete, science-backed playbook. Alison Fragale, PhD, pulls from decades of research and real-world mentoring to show that the key obstacle for many women isn't talent or ambition-it's status: how others perceive them in the workplace.
What makes this book stand out is its blend of rigorous behavioral science with everyday, actionable advice. Fragale explains that warmth and assertiveness are not mutually exclusive; instead, they can coexist as a "likeable badass" persona that commands respect while maintaining genuine connections. Each chapter offers clear tactics-from framing your contributions to negotiating raises-to help readers reshape how colleagues see them.
The narrative is peppered with inspiring stories of women from diverse backgrounds who have successfully navigated office politics and secured the corner offices they deserve. These anecdotes make the concepts relatable and underscore that anyone can apply the strategies, whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting out.
Humor and empathy run through every page, making the material feel less like a lecture and more like a supportive conversation with a trusted friend. Fragale's tone is encouraging-she acknowledges the challenges but focuses on empowerment rather than victimhood.
In short, Likeable Badass delivers an evidence-based roadmap that feels both practical and uplifting. It's a must-read for women seeking to elevate their careers without compromising who they are, and for allies eager to understand how to support them effectively.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience