Who Does She Think She Is?
The Heart-Centered Path to Professional Excellence
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In the cutthroat world of corporate culture, women are often told to compete rather than collaborate, to armor themselves rather than lead with heart. But what if everything we've been taught about female leadership is wrong?
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Through raw, powerful stories of triumph and tribulation, Dr. Aboud and Adriana Rosales invite readers into the corner offices and conference rooms where real leadership transformations happen. Drawing from their decades of executive experience and personal experience, they expose the myth that women must choose between being respected and being authentic.
This isn't just another leadership book it's a radical reimagining of what's possible when women lead from a place of heart-centered power. From the Harvard MBA facing sabotage from her peers to the single mother navigating cancer while saving her department, these stories illuminate the real challenges women face and provide actionable strategies to overcome them.
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You'll discover:
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Why collaboration trumps competition in building lasting success
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How to harness both feminine and masculine leadership energies
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The science behind heart-centered leadership and its impact on organizational culture
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Practical frameworks for building supportive networks and mentorship circles
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Strategies for creating your own legacy while lifting others up
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★★★★★Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, building your own business, or mentoring the next generation of leaders, this book provides the roadmap to success without sacrificing your authentic self. It's time to redefine what leadership looks like and it starts with asking yourself: ★★★★★
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Who do I think I am?
This isn't just a question it's an invitation to transform how we lead, succeed, and lift each other up in the process. Welcome to the future of female leadership.
About the Authors
Wajhma Massoumi Aboud, M.D., MBA
Dr. Wajhma M. Aboud stands as a distinguished leader in finance and administration, wielding over 18 years of experience in controlling, planning, and budgeting within multifaceted healthcare environments. Currently, she serves as the Director of Association Management Services at the American Academy of Ophthalmology, where her visionary leadership continues to shape the future of healthcare. Previously, at Stanford University, Dr. Aboud garnered acclaim as a transformative force, skillfully bridging the gap between senior leaders and medical professionals to foster collaborative excellence.
Her academic journey reflects a relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Dr. Aboud holds an Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Washington State University and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Universidad Iberoamericana in the Dominican Republic. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Chemistry from the University of San Diego, embodying a unique blend of scientific insight and humanistic understanding.
Throughout her career, Dr. Aboud has exemplified a steadfast commitment to strategic planning, financial stewardship, and operational brilliance. While her role does not involve direct patient care, she brings her comprehensive skill set into the workplace, leading with compassionate resilience. Her leadership style is characterized by a profound dedication to cultivating talent and fostering professional growth within her teams. During her tenure at Stanford, she drove innovation and elevated clinical revenue through strategic foresight and meticulous execution.
Dr. Aboud's multilingual fluency enhances her capacity for cultural competence and effective communication, enabling her to connect with diverse stakeholders in healthcare. She is resolutely committed to bridging disparities in healthcare access and quality through inclusive leadership and pioneering management strategies. Her contributions extend beyond impressive metrics; they reflect a deep-seated commitment to nurturing environments where healthcare professionals can thrive and patients receive exceptional care.
As a leader, mentor, and advocate for excellence, Dr. Wajhma M. Aboud's impact resonates profoundly within the field of healthcare. Her journey embodies the intersection of medicine and administration, illustrating that visionary leadership can transform the lives of both providers and patients. Through her enduring dedication and compassionate approach, Dr. Aboud inspires a new generation of healthcare leaders, championing the belief that exemplary management is paramount to delivering quality care.
Wajhma Massoumi Aboud
Adriana Rosales
Adriana Rosales is an accomplished 8-time author, former esteemed member of the Forbes Coaches Council, a John Maxwell certified speaker, HeartMath® Certified Educator, and a mentor in personal resilience and self-regulation. In her multifaceted career, Adriana has been a guiding force for business professionals, teaching them the essential HeartMath® tools and techniques for stress reduction and delivering high-impact executive seminars based on John Maxwell’s curriculum.
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Adriana's journey through the corporate world in telecommunications and finance has culminated in her insightful book "Corporate Code, A Bottom-Up Perspective on Great Leadership," which has gained international acclaim and has been translated into several languages.
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Adriana is the founder of Adriana & Company LLC, where her vision and life purpose focus on transforming new generations of leaders through coaching, training, and mentoring, based on the Corporate Code leadership pillars. Her vast experience, including roles in the United States Air Force and in various Fortune 500 companies, as well as her involvement in coordinating Women in Business Conferences and Teen Leadership Summits, has positioned her as a beacon of empowerment and leadership.
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In her role as the Creative Director of RMPStudio™, Adriana has expanded her influence by helping hundreds of writers, especially women, publish their works for the first time. Under her leadership, RMPStudio™ has become a platform for emerging authors in over 17 different countries, offering yearly leadership book anthologies. This initiative, aimed at empowering and highlighting women in literature, allows these writers to become first-time published authors, showcasing their voices and stories from diverse backgrounds.
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Adriana’s leadership philosophy is anchored in four pillars: Trust, Courage, Compassion, and Service. She firmly believes in the power of presence, often stating, "It is not about what you do, but how you show up for people." Through her work, Adriana continues to be a pivotal figure in fostering leadership and literary talent across the globe.