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How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying

By: Carol Leifer
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For many years, television comedy was an exclusive boys' club - until a brilliant comedian named Carol Leifer came along, blazing a trail for funny women everywhere. From Late Night with David Letterman and Saturday Night Live to Seinfeld, The Ellen Show, and Modern Family, Carol has written for and/or performed on some of the best TV comedies of all time. This hilarious collection of essays charts her extraordinary three-decade journey through show business, illuminating her many triumphs and some missteps along the way - and offering valuable lessons for women and men in any profession. Part memoir, part guide to life, and all incredibly funny, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying offers tips and tricks for getting ahead, finding your way, and opening locked doors - even if you have to use a sledgehammer.

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"An amusing, amiable read. Leifer wants you to love what you do and learn to move on from failures and rejections - and please, always shower before a job interview." ( Kirkus)
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I'm a retired TV writer and from time to time young people ask me how to get their careers started in entertainment. In the future, I'll refer them to this book.
It's loaded with great advice, much of it good for people beginning any kind of career,all of it illustrated with examples from Ms. Leifer's life.
While I'm sure most people don't need to be reminded to bathe or to show up for job interviews on time, the best advice she gives is to be fearless and relentless.
If you're beginning your career, as my children are, I think you'll get a lot from reading Ms. Leifer's book.

Great Pep Talk For People Beginning Their Careers

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I think this book mostly gave advice that was common sense; it wasn't very original. Of the celebrity books that I've read I wouldn't say it was in the worst, but certainly not very highly ranked. It talks a lot about sexism, which after a while just feels like you're beating a dead horse. I don't think it's really worth the credit, but it is a nice easy listen if you're in the mood, the narration makes up a little bit for what it lacks in insight.

Common Sense

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I'm 50 years old and retired so for me this book wasn't really useful. I did find it entertaining in parts and I particularly enjoyed learning more about Ms. Leifer. I find her to be extremely down-to-earth despite her huge successes. I also appreciate her confidence and tenacity and envy her childhood with affection. If you want to learn more about her and her family or if you're new to a career, you should take the time to listen to this book. Otherwise, like me, you might enjoy it but you might also find parts of it boring.

Good & somewhat humorous for people new to careers

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Nice mixture of stories and lessons about life and work. It moves along quickly and is fun, as well as enlightening. Highly recommended for teens and young adults, too.

Great Vehicle for Life Lessons

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I enjoyed the book tremendously as a fan of standup and all things Seinfeld. Also gave me a window into the business of comedy from the perspective of a female comedian and comedy writer such as Carol. I highly recommend it.

Great insights for aspiring comedians

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