Whether you are a professional, have your own business, work for a corporation or are re-entering the workforce, this book provides practical getting-ahead lessons from a successful woman who learned it in the trenches. Learn how to recognize your own value, get paid what you deserve, set goals, understand the importance of contracts as a value proposition, and find a mentor. Learn that image matters. Learn the importance of taking risks and why persistence always wins the race. Decipher the code and move forward.