The Most Powerful Woman in the Room Is You

Command an Audience and Sell Your Way to Success

By: Lydia Fenet

Narrated by: Lydia Fenet

Lydia Fenet, senior vice president of Christie’s and seasoned auctioneer, shares the secrets of success and the strategies behind her revolutionary sales approach to show you how to embrace and channel your own power in any room.

Who is the most powerful woman in the room? She’s the one who can raise a million dollars in a minute. She’s the one who can command the attention of a crowd of any size from one person to a crowd of 5,000. She’s the one who can sell anything to anyone, just by asking. She can be you.

As a senior executive at Christie’s, leader in her field, and one of Gotham Magazine’s most influential women in New York, Lydia Fenet knows firsthand the one skill that can set women apart in both their personal life and career is the ability to sell. The Most Powerful Woman in the Room Is You equips you with everything you need to know - from how to sell authentically and how to network (or die), to the importance of never apologizing (start negotiating instead), how to perfect your poker face, and always, always, tell the truth. Lydia shows us how to sharpen our personal kit of practical tools of the trade, such as finding your own “strike method”, or signature move, to help you feel confident from the minute you start any pitch. Most of all, she offers plenty of encouragement to take ownership in your position and look for opportunities to innovate.

Throughout, Lydia also shares personal and inspiring stories from her own life - like how she got her foot in the door at Christie’s after she was originally told there were no spots left in the intern program. And when she realized she was being paid a third of her worth - and how she came back more powerful than ever.

Filled with additional case studies, thoughtful insights, and meaningful advice from some of the most powerful and successful women in business, fashion, journalism, sports, and the arts, The Most Powerful Woman in the Room Is You is an empowering must-have guide that will have you winning over the audiences in all aspects of your life.

©2019 Lydia Fenet (P)2019 Simon & Schuster

Critic reviews

“We all agree that we need more women leaders—the question is how to get there. One of the answers is Lydia Fenet. With powerful lessons and practical tips, Lydia teaches you how to find your voice, unlock your talents, take charge of your career, and create the life you truly want to live." (Arianna Huffington)

“Lydia Fenet shares the secret sauce all women need to feel empowered…the most powerful woman in the room really is you!” (Barbara Corcoran)

Lydia

Lydia commands respect from the moment her words enter the page. Her discussion, not only about leadership, but how she gets there, is seriously impressive. While everyone faces challenges, it was fascinating to hear how Lydia always seems to take them in stride, pick herself up, maintain her confidence, and continually hone her adaptation skills – whether in achieving her career goals, improving her one-on-one relationships, or a grand stage of thousands of people to convince them to park with their money for a good cause.
Lydia also includes discussion on how writing a book was one of her goals as well, and congratulations on putting out a fantastic one!

An amazing and inspiring book!

This book is such an inspiration and ignites a fire in you to find your Power! To be able to share her journey and empower other women to be motivated, be intentional and organized by not allowing one minute of your time to go to waste. I will be sharing this wonderful book with my friends, family and colleagues.

I shared this book with every powerful woman I know!

Your book is inspiring, engaging, and knock my socks off fabulous with real life storytelling and the command of the room through your writing. Bravo!

book for every woman

This book has creative ideas that any woman can do and regardless of her career. It was full of common sense easy to use ideas and tips which help us lead a more fulfilling and successful life.

A must read for any aspiring working woman

It is motivating and hits all the notes any career woman juggling a job and children. The story is based on her career but hey, who doesn’t want to read about the amazing world of Christy’s. The story can be applied to any industry. There are multiple highlights in this book that I loved so much, that I will be purchasing the hard copy.

Love, Love, Love this Book

This book translates to many different careers, backgrounds and industries. While it helped solidify that I’ve made some smart moves in my new career, it also gave me so many ideas, insights and a newfound confidence to tackle whatever comes my way! Such a great read and bonus- she’s funny too!

Really enjoyed!

Loved the author’s reading. It was entertaining and heart felt book. It recommend it to anyone who wants to know a bit more about her journey.

Highly Recommend to Anyone Aiming for Success

I almost didn't go for this book from reading some of the review saying she speaks a lot about her experiences. Don't mind those comments, that is a huge plus in this book! Lydia uses her own life as real examples to give you quality tips on public speaking and going after what you desire in life. Amazing book and a quick listen, I would highly recommend to my friends and family!

Great book

This book was very encouraging and insightful. I'm excited to start a monthly breakfast this year !

Your book is going to amplify my life

Thank you for changing me once again in such a powerful way. We are the most powerful women in the room. I will cherish this book and replay so many of your chapters. 🔥