15 Lies Women Are Told at Work And The Truths We Need To Succeed is one of those reads that doesn’t just sit on the page; it sits with you. From the very beginning, it invites quiet reflection. The kind where you pause mid-chapter, not because the book is slow, but because it’s asking you to consider your own experiences in a different light. Reading this during my MBA journey—and in a season where I’ve been especially introspective—made it land even deeper.

Written by Bonnie Hammer, the book explores many of the professional narratives women have been taught to accept, some explicitly, others subtly reinforced over time. While I didn’t agree with every perspective presented, I appreciated the way it challenged me to think. And honestly, that’s what made it valuable.

One of the strongest takeaways for me was the idea that many women, at times, downplay their strengths or hold back parts of themselves in professional spaces. Whether that’s influenced by workplace culture, past experiences, or those unspoken “rules” we learn along the way, it’s something many of us can relate to. And when you really sit with that truth, it raises an important question: What would it look like to show up fully, without shrinking?

This isn’t a book that hands you a step-by-step guide or a perfect set of answers. Instead, it creates space for reflection, dialogue, and growth. It encourages you to examine what you’ve been told, what you’ve internalized, and what you may be ready to redefine.

Trip Summary: For anyone navigating their career while staying authentic, this is more than just a leadership read; it’s a mirror. And sometimes, that’s exactly what we need. Growth isn’t always about adding more; it’s about unlearning what was never meant for you in the first place. Four passport stamps ⭐ 4️⃣.

~ RR