Raise Her Up: Stories and Lessons from Women in International Educational Leadership (a Collection of Inspiring Real Life Stories to Empower Women in International School Leadership Positions)

In the male-dominated echelon of educational leadership, many women feel alone in their struggle to succeed. This anthology presents a collection of powerful stories written by women whose backgrounds are as diverse as their leadership roles. Readers will discover a sense of community among the pages, as well as practical guidance on how to develop the skills and character to achieve success.

Readers will:
Learn about the challenges women leaders face in international education. Study the real-life experiences of 10 women leaders and analyze the lessons learned from each unique story. Gain self-reflection exercises and strategies to identify areas of growth. Feel inspired to overcome gender barriers and pursue ongoing professional development. Receive reproducible tools and templates to reinforce learning and self-reflection.

Contents:

Chapter 1: On Commitment and Empowerment–Elsa’s Story
Chapter 2: On Embracing Control and Knowing Your Worth–Michelle’s Story
Chapter 3: On Resilience and Courage–Debra’s Story
Chapter 4: On Imposter Syndrome and the Problem With Titles–Kimberly’s Story
Chapter 5: On Getting Unstuck and Redefining Success–Aleasha’s Story
Chapter 6: On Building Relationships and Blazing Trails–Pauline’s Story
Chapter 7: On Learning Self-Care–Francesca’s Story
Chapter 8: On the Benefits of Persistence and the Importance of Timing–Maya’s Story
Chapter 9: On Defying Limits and Leading From the Heart–Suzette’s Story
Chapter 10: Bringing It All Together