Books & Looks
#70 - Worthy: Jane Boulware on Overcoming Doubt and Achieving Success
Episode notes
Jane Boulware is a retired business executive and the author of "Worthy," a memoir chronicling her unconventional path from rural Iowa to the corner office at Microsoft. With a forestry degree from Iowa State University and an MBA, Jane's career journey spans roles at Kimberly-Clark, where she played a pivotal part in the Huggies vs. Pampers brand battle, and Microsoft, where she navigated the challenges of a male-dominated tech industry to become one of the few female Corporate Vice Presidents.
Discussed in this Episode:
- The importance of resilience and self-worth in overcoming personal and professional obstacles
- Lessons learned from leading teams and driving business growth in competitive markets
- The power of mentorship and taking risks to achieve career success
- Balancing family life and career aspirations as a working mother
- Insights on leadership, diversity, and fostering a positive corporate culture
Links:
- "Worthy" Book: https://amzn.to/3UHEnWt
- Jane Boulware Website: https://www.janeboulware.com/
- Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OGNBB2_t4ng
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