Nice Girls Still Don't Get the Corner Office: Unconscious Mistakes Women Make That Sabotage Their Careers Author: Lois P. Frankel, PhD

Nice Girls Still Don't Get the Corner Office by Lois P. Frankel, PhD, is a revised and updated edition of the groundbreaking career guide that has helped millions of women recognize and correct behaviors that may be holding them back professionally. With decades of experience as an executive coach, Frankel delivers a candid, insightful, and empowering look at the subtle habits and unconscious mistakes that can sabotage women’s success in the workplace.

From being overly modest and avoiding confrontation to failing to network or ask for what they deserve, Frankel identifies over 100 common behaviors that stem from social conditioning and outdated gender norms. Each behavior is paired with practical advice and real-world strategies to help women:

Speak up with confidence and clarity

Build strong professional networks

Navigate office politics with savvy

Assert their value without apology

Position themselves for promotions and leadership roles

Backed by endorsements from major publications like The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Businessweek, this book is a must-read for women at all stages of their careers—from entry-level professionals to seasoned executives.

Whether you're looking to break through the glass ceiling or simply want to be more effective and respected at work, Nice Girls Still Don't Get the Corner Office offers the tools and mindset shifts needed to thrive in today’s competitive workplace.