Lean In

Women, Work, and the Will to Lead

By: Sheryl Sandberg

Narrated by: Elisa Donovan

Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins

Publisher's summary

#1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • “A landmark manifesto" (The New York Times) that's a revelatory, inspiring call to action and a blueprint for individual growth that will empower women around the world to achieve their full potential.

In her famed TED talk, Sheryl Sandberg described how women unintentionally hold themselves back in their careers. Her talk, which has been viewed more than eleven million times, encouraged women to “sit at the table,” seek challenges, take risks, and pursue their goals with gusto. Lean In continues that conversation, combining personal anecdotes, hard data, and compelling research to change the conversation from what women can’t do to what they can. Sandberg, COO of Meta (previously called Facebook) from 2008-2022, provides practical advice on negotiation techniques, mentorship, and building a satisfying career. She describes specific steps women can take to combine professional achievement with personal fulfillment, and demonstrates how men can benefit by supporting women both in the workplace and at home.

©2013 Sheryl Sandberg; 2013 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“Lean In is an inauguration more than a last word, and an occasion for celebration ... Many, many women, young and old, elite and otherwise, will find it prescriptive, refreshing, and perhaps even revolutionary.” (Anna Holmes, The New Yorker)

“A landmark manifesto ... Fifty years after The Feminine Mystique ... Sandberg addresses 21st-century issues that never entered Betty Friedan’s wildest dreams ... Lean In will be an influential book. It will open the eyes of women who grew up thinking that feminism was ancient history, who recoil at the word but walk heedlessly through the doors it opened. And it will encourage those women to persevere in their professional lives.” (Janet Maslin, The New York Times)

“I approached it wearing two hats—one as CEO [and] the other as the parent of a nine-year-old daughter. In both capacities, I feel that Lean In is a must read.” (Mohamed El-Erian, CEO of PIMCO, in Fortune)

Excelent book

Excelent book Great resource for young girls or women.
Read and practice the new way of seen females working along man.

Great material

I really enjoyed reading this wonderful, powerful, refreshing book. i highly recommend it for

What she said!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Lean In?

Sheryl Sandberg is insightful and has the ability to communicate the thoughts and feelings of professional struggles many women have encountered. The message in Lean In is relevant to fresh college graduates and seasoned professional woman alike. As a 30+ year corporate veteran, I have witnessed and personally experienced many moments eloquently and boldy expressed in Lean In.

Which scene was your favorite?

Sit at the table! It is with this mental image presented in Lean In that I now enjoy sitting in the midst of the men at the large confrence table. Sometimes met with uncomfortable looks from woman colleges but always encouraging my fellow women to join me.

Very rewarding read 😉

Excellent read for both men and women in the workplace. Pleasant and to the point with many examples and side stories ☺.

Please Please Read! Men and Women!

What did you love best about Lean In?

This book made you feel like you are not alone. It made your fears smaller by knowing someone else goes thru the same obstacles.

What did you like best about this story?

I love her stories and the advice was priceless

lean in

I Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book .It forces on to address the inequality in gender in the workplace and motivates us to continue change.

Must listen

Great book and wonderful stories and lessons learned. Very powerful and moving and has encouraged me to stand up for myself and to encourage all women who I work with.
“Audible 20 Review Sweepstakes Entry”

Every women should read this

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This book left me thinking about how we all need to work to change our workplace/homelife culture. I don't have children myself, but that doesn't mean I don't value my personal time and this read gave me the courage and confidence to quit feeling guilty about that.

Really worth listening to

As a woman returning to work after having a baby I found this really useful

Very inspiring book! Every leader should read this

I'm going to get this for all of my managers and supervisors to read! Excellent for both men and women. Truly has great insights for increasing opportunities for women.