Vasudha Sharma - Why She Must Lead: Bridging the Gap Between Women of Color and Opportunities

PRAISE FOR
WHY SHE MUST LEAD

I believe Why She Must Lead combines all aspects of creative ideas that women of color need to be successful today. Vasudha has created a detailed account of her personal experience and women leaders stories that will enlighten readers with a broader perspective of the work-life experiences of women of color. I highly recommend this book to everyone regardless of their background or ethnicity so they can become the allies women of color need.

Sage Kealohilani Quiamno, 2nd CEO & Co-founder of Future for Us, Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Featured in Forbes, National Keynote Speaker

Our world is changing, and women of color are leading the way. Why She Must Lead is a much-needed investigation into how we are overcoming outdated barriers and an inspiring read for the next generation of female leaders.

Senator Manka Dhingra, 45th Legislative District,
Washington State Senate

Astounding and powerful. Thats what this book is. Women are often overlooked in various career fields and are not given the mentorship and proper guidance that can help them advance in their careers. Vasudha has touched a topic close to all of our hearts, which is equality for both genders.

Senator Mona Das, 47th Legislative District,
Washington State Senate

Why She Must Lead is a true reflection of my transition into the non-profit world from a serial entrepreneur. I owned a beauty business (Meera Beauty Parlor), then moved into the garment business, followed by manufacturing cardboard boxes for exporters, and then finally managing my own advertising business. That was when I diverted my whole focus and attention to my passion for founding a non-profit and working for the community. Leadership is not just leading some people and organizations. A leader should have commitment, passion, empathy, decision-making abilities, and the skill to motivate people in a certain direction while planning daily life with due diligence. Vasudhas book will be a game-changer, an inspiring force for many upcoming women leaders to become powerful agents of change for a brighter tomorrow.

Meera Satpathy, Founder & Chairperson of Sukarya

Vasudha is a passionate advocate for the equaland morerepresentation of women. Her dedication to equality and equity shines through in this book, and her deep commitment and long-standing work in the fight for fairness can be a lesson to many. I am excited to bring her vision of women leadership into the work I do training and readying women to run for office.

Karen Basserman, Executive Director of Emerge Washington

Sharma assembles interviews and reports that highlight the astonishing reality of the everyday experiences of women. A must-read for all audiences, this book empowers women leaders to manifest their goals and inspires all readers to be reverential allies for female empowerment. Why She Must Lead compels us to activate a vision of equity that can impact the world.

Toshiko Hasegawa, Executive Director, Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs

Why She Must Lead is a must-read for any leader in the workplace and for women who want to become more impactful in their leadership. This book champions the cause of equality and connects us to build a better future together.

Christine Gail, Best-Selling Author of Unleash Your Rising, Story Breakthrough Leadership Strategist, and Book Publishing Coach

It is hard for women of color to break through social and economic barriers; Sharmas book highlights the struggles and issues women of color face daily, especially in their professional lives. Great to see this topic finally getting a bigger platform. This book comes at the perfect time when we are all trying to amplify our voices against racial, social, and gender-related biases and inequities.

Naghmana A. Sherazi, Communications Coordinator at Gonzaga University, Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Vasudha is a fantastic writer and speaker. I congratulate her for successfully portraying how diverse cultures play a role in accessing opportunities for women. This book is truly about investigating the leadership gap microscopically and providing solutions. I wholeheartedly endorse Why She Must Lead and recommend everyone buy and read this book. My core team has all women leaders, and I genuinely believe reading it was a factor that multiplied success for us. When women start supporting each other, the sky is not the limit.

Gunjan Kuthiala, CEO, NRI LIFE Productions and Managing PartnerJobgini

This book is a must-read for all women of color trying to climb the corporate ladder; we are routinely knocked down and not given the same opportunities as the average white man. We keep reaching a glass ceiling, but we are unable to break it due to structural racism. Sharmas book dives deep into the issues women of color face in the workplace.

Heena Khatri, Racial Justice Advocate

Why She Must Lead is long overdue. It gives compelling evidence for how women of color are already key players in the workplace and deserve to be recognized as such. The face of America is changing and will continue to change, and Vasudha Sharma is here to help the rest of us change with it.

Tyler R. Tichelaar, PhD and Award-Winning Author of Kawbawgam: The Chief, The Legend, The Man and The Gothic Wanderer

WHY
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BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN OPPORTUNITIES AND WOMEN OF COLOR

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WHY SHE MUST LEAD:

Bridging the Gap Between Opportunities and Women of Color

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