Hers for the Taking

About Hers for the Taking

Hers for the Taking is a groundbreaking leadership guide from renowned tech executive Tracey Newell, offering women executives proven strategies for ascending to C-suite positions and corporate boards. Drawing from her thirty-plus years as a Fortune 500 executive, seven-time board member, and executive coach, Newell delivers actionable frameworks for breaking through glass ceilings and claiming seats in boardrooms. The book addresses critical challenges facing women in leadership, including executive presence, team management, strategic networking, and navigating corporate politics.

Through compelling case studies of successful women executives, practical exercises, and personal insights, Newell provides a comprehensive roadmap for professional advancement while maintaining work-life balance. She shares battle-tested techniques for building influential personal brands, developing mentor relationships, and mastering boardroom dynamics. Hers for the Taking stands out for its holistic approach to executive leadership, combining strategic career planning with personal development and purpose-driven success metrics.

Whether you’re an emerging leader, mid-career professional, or seasoned executive, this essential guide equips ambitious women with the tools to transform their leadership journey and create lasting impact in corporate America. Newell’s expertise as a tech industry pioneer and board leader makes this an invaluable resource for women ready to accelerate their path to executive leadership and board positions.