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Sheryl Sandberg is an American technology executive, author, and billionaire. She is the chief operating officer of Facebook and founder of LeanIn.Org. In June 2012, she was elected to Facebook's board of directors by existing board members, becoming the first woman to serve on its board
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Now, Discover Your Strengths
Gallup - 2020-02-02 (first published in 2001)
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Gain personalized insight into your unique combination of strengths with the 20th anniversary edition of this groundbreaking book. With an access code to the Clifton StrengthsFinder 2.0 assessment, you'll receive tailor-made reports and resources that go beyond the standardized reports of the older assessment. Join the millions who have already discovered their strengths and take your personal and professional life to new heights.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
Now, Discover Your Strengths by Marcus Buckingham and Donald O. Clifton. This book has been instrumental in how we think about developing talent at Facebook      source
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A Wrinkle in Time
Madeleine L'Engle - 2017-11-07 (first published in 1962)
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Embark on a thrilling journey through space and time with Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin as they search for Meg's missing father, a scientist who vanished while working on a secret government project involving a mysterious concept called a tesseract. A Wrinkle in Time is a unique and captivating story that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. Winner of the Newberry Medal in 1963, this book is a must-read for fans of science fiction and adventure.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
I wanted to be Meg Murry, the admittedly geeky heroine of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle. I loved how she worked with others to fight against an unjust system and how she fought to save her family against very long odds. I was also captivated by the concept of time travel. I keep asking Facebook’s engineers to build me a tesseract so I, too, could fold the fabric of time and space. But so far no one has even tried.      source
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Danielle Morrill
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The Big Short
Inside the Doomsday Machine
Michael Lewis - 2015-11-16 (first published in 2010)
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This must-read book is a gripping exposé on the real story behind the financial meltdown. Michael Lewis crafts a compelling narrative through a cast of unlikely heroes, shedding light on the bizarre and secretive world of bond and real estate derivative markets. With a balance of indignation and dark humor, this #1 New York Times bestseller is an essential read for anyone who wants to understand how this crisis came to be.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
Michael Lewis’s ability to boil down the most complicated subjects is like a magic trick. You can’t believe your eyes. He takes on important issues — from the 2008 Wall Street crash in The Big Short to parenting in Home Game - and breaks them down to their deepest truths. His combination of an extraordinary analytical mind and a deep understanding of human nature allows him to weave together data and events to offer a fresh and insightful narrative. Whatever the topic, the result is always compelling and even thrilling. I am in awe of him.      source
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Bossypants
Tina Fey - 2011-04-05
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A hilarious and honest memoir tells the story of Tina Fey's journey from a middle-school gym class nightmare to becoming a well-known comedian on TV. From her years on SNL to motherhood and all the ups-and-downs in between, Fey reveals all with her trademark humor. Don't miss out on her never-before-solicited opinions on topics ranging from breastfeeding to the electoral process.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
I absolutely loved Tina Fey’s Bossypants and didn’t want it to end. It’s hilarious as well as important. Not only did I laugh on every page, but I was nodding along, highlighting and dog-earing like crazy. On Page 3, she offers amazing advice to women in the workplace: No pigtails, no tube tops. Cry sparingly. (Some people say, Never let them see you cry. I say, if you’re so mad you could just cry, then cry. It terrifies everyone.) It is so, so good. As a young girl, I was labeled bossy, too, so as a former — O.K., current — bossypants, I am grateful to Tina for being outspoken, unapologetic and hysterically funny.      source
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The Lean Startup
How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses
Eric Ries - 2011-01-01
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Discover a new approach to building successful startups and launching new products in the face of extreme uncertainty. The Lean Startup helps companies of all sizes to be more capital efficient and leverage human creativity more effectively. Author Eric Ries offers a scientific approach to creating and managing startups that utilizes rapid experimentation and validated learning, rather than traditional business plans. Learn how to adapt and adjust your vision before it's too late and stay ahead of the competition in today's constantly evolving market.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
The Lean Startup: How Today’s Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries, provides a great inside look at how the tech industry approaches building products and businesses.      source
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Home Game
An Accidental Guide to Fatherhood
Michael Lewis - 2010-06-07 (first published in 2009)
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Discover a hilarious and brutally honest memoir about the daily struggles of fatherhood in Home Game. Written by a father of three, experience his first-hand account of life immediately after each birth, bringing to light the quirks and triumphs of raising children. This book is a relatable and refreshing take on everyday household life that will have you laughing out loud. It's the raw and realistic perspective that you never knew you needed.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
Michael Lewis’s ability to boil down the most complicated subjects is like a magic trick. You can’t believe your eyes. He takes on important issues — from the 2008 Wall Street crash in The Big Short to parenting in Home Game - and breaks them down to their deepest truths. His combination of an extraordinary analytical mind and a deep understanding of human nature allows him to weave together data and events to offer a fresh and insightful narrative. Whatever the topic, the result is always compelling and even thrilling. I am in awe of him.      source
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Ben Carlson
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Harry Potter
The Complete Collection
J. K. Rowling - 2007-10-16
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Magical adventures await in this hardback boxed set containing all seven beloved novels in the international bestselling Harry Potter series. With stunning new covers by Jonny Duddle, these editions are sure to enchant a new generation of readers. Don't miss out on the chance to pass on the magic.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
I would love to meet J. K. Rowling and tell her how much I admire her writing and am amazed by her imagination. I read every Harry Potter book as it came out and looked forward to each new one. I am rereading them now with my kids and enjoying them every bit as much. She made me look at jelly beans in a whole new way.      source
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Conscious Business
How to Build Value through Values
Fred Kofman - 2006-10-01 (first published in 2005)
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"Conscious Business" by Fred Kofman explores the power of conscious leadership and values-based work. Gain insights into creating a workplace with authentic communication, accountability, and ethical principles. This book offers valuable techniques to help individuals and businesses live up to their highest potential. Discover how finding your passion and expressing your essential values can lead to success and personal fulfillment in all areas of life. Maximize your potential in the workplace and beyond with this definitive resource.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
It had a profound effect on my career and life. I think about his lessons almost every day — the importance of authentic communication, impeccable commitments, being a player not a victim, and taking responsibility. I have given this book to so many team members at work, and I’ve seen it inspire people overnight to be more aware of their actions and impact on others.      source
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Queen of Fashion
What Marie Antoinette Wore to the Revolution
Caroline Weber - 2006-09-19
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"Queen of Fashion" by Caroline Weber tells the stunning story of how Marie Antoinette transformed herself from a naive teenager to a dazzling icon, whose extravagant fashion statements would shape the future of her nation. Explore her dazzling riding gear, elaborate ballroom disguises, and extravagant pouf hairstyles. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in history, fashion, or the tragic story of the French monarchy.
Sheryl Sandberg
2013-03-14T00:00:00.000Z
I can’t list my favorite authors without including my college roommate Caroline Weber. I love her books because I hear about them from start to finish — with the many ups and downs that go into publishing. Much of what she writes is for the comp lit crowd — not tech execs — but she is always willing to explain passages to me. In 2007, she published the brilliant and fun Queen of Fashion: What Marie Antoinette Wore to the Revolution. There are few books that I have enjoyed as much. And while I admit I’m biased, it’s not just me — The Washington Post Book World named it one of the best books of the year.      source
A Short Guide to a Happy Life by Anna Quindlen
The World as Will and Representation, Vol. 1 by Arthur Schopenhauer