{"id":131991,"date":"2024-10-16T07:34:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T11:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/?p=131991"},"modified":"2026-01-22T21:40:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T01:40:11","slug":"she-thinks-like-a-boss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/she-thinks-like-a-boss\/","title":{"rendered":"She Thinks Like a Boss by Jemma Roedel: Book Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you looking for self-improvement strategies that focus on the unique challenges women face in the workplace? What’s She Thinks Like a Boss<\/em> about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In She Thinks Like a Boss<\/em>, Jemma Roedel covers three qualities that make women successful in the workforce: strong leadership, skillful communication, and self-confidence. She also discusses the strategies that can help them develop these traits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read below for a brief overview of She Thinks Like a Boss<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Overview of She Thinks Like a Boss <\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever wondered what qualities make a person successful? In She Thinks Like a Boss<\/em><\/a>,<\/em> Jemma Roedel defines the qualities of a successful person and offers tips for how to develop these traits. Though anyone can apply her leadership advice, she targets women in particular, arguing that they face unique challenges because of stereotyping, communication styles, and their beliefs about themselves. She aims to help women break through these barriers to become leaders in the business world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Roedel is an entrepreneur and author based in the UK. In addition to empowering women in business, she\u2019s written children\u2019s books meant to encourage creativity and a business mindset<\/a>, including Think Like a Boss: Kids Edition<\/em><\/a>. She manages two companies, is a public speaker, and works with women in mentorship programs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Be a Good Leader<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Roedel, the ability to be a good leader<\/a> is one of the most important qualities of a successful woman in the workplace. Good leaders guide and shape the people around them, and they help people in teams work together to reach common goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this section, we\u2019ll look at qualities that make leaders effective, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Remembering to look after yourself<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Motivating yourself<\/a> and others<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Revealing your vulnerabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Knowing what kind of leader you are<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Quality #1: Look After Yourself<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Roedel argues that to be a good leader, you must remember to look after yourself in addition to taking care of others.<\/strong> If you give everything you have and work yourself too hard at your job, there\u2019s a good chance that you\u2019ll burn out, at which point you\u2019ll be unable to help anyone else. Additionally, it\u2019s important to set a good example for your team by showing them that you can be successful and still have a good work-life balance<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Roedel says that looking after yourself can take many forms. For one, it means remembering that you don\u2019t have to do everything yourself at work. You might delegate certain tasks to employees or ask for help on difficult projects. Self-care also extends beyond work\u2014it means taking care of your physical and mental health by exercising, eating well, and getting enough sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Quality #2: Keep Yourself and Others Motivated<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Roedel asserts that understanding how to motivate yourself<\/a> and others is another important quality of a good leader.<\/strong> If you lack engagement and drive in a leadership role, it can be difficult to come to work and do your best every day. This can negatively impact your team and the quality of their work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    One way to ensure that your sense of motivation endures throughout your time in a job is by assessing your reasons for pursuing the position in the first place, especially when it involves leadership. Make sure you have clear reasons why you want to be in a leadership role before accepting it. For example, you might choose to accept a leadership role because you\u2019re passionate about helping other people achieve their goals. This passion can provide you with continuous motivation as you watch the people on your team grow under your watch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Roedel says that it\u2019s also your job as a leader to find out what will encourage each member of your team to put their best effort toward your shared goals<\/strong>. Remember that every person is driven by different things. For instance, one person may be motivated by frequent verbal affirmation, while another may get more work done when they have a flexible schedule. Roedel suggests making time for individual meetings with each team member to get better acquainted with them and their motivators. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Quality #3: Show Your Vulnerability<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    According to Roedel, many leaders avoid showing vulnerability in the workplace<\/a> because they believe it\u2019ll be perceived as a weakness.<\/strong> However, many benefits come from being honest about your difficulties and uncertainties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For instance, showing more of your true self<\/a> to your team and coworkers helps you establish deeper connections with them and creates a foundation for trust. When there\u2019s trust between you and your team, they\u2019re more likely to reveal their concerns and tell you when they\u2019re experiencing challenges. You can then help them navigate the obstacles that prevent them from doing their best work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For example, if you\u2019re finding it difficult to complete a task<\/a>, admit you\u2019re struggling instead of pretending you have it figured out. If you can admit when something is challenging, that shows your team members they don\u2019t need to be perfect, and they\u2019ll be more likely to ask for help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Quality #4: Know What Kind of Leader You Are<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Finally, Roedel advises figuring out what kind of leader you are<\/strong> and learning to communicate your style when you take over a leadership role. Clear communication about how you lead helps your team adjust during periods of change. Additionally, understanding how your leadership methods interact with the personalities of your team members can help you identify possible issues that may result from personality and communication<\/a> differences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For instance, you might be a leader<\/a> who encourages your team members to determine their own methods for getting their work done. You\u2019re still there to offer assistance when needed, but you prefer not to interfere too much in day-to-day work. If you\u2019re this type of leader, it\u2019s important to touch base with your team regularly to make sure they\u2019re getting the support they need and be clear about the results you want to achieve with your projects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to Communicate Effectively<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Now that we\u2019ve discussed the qualities of a good leader<\/a>, let\u2019s dive into another important aspect of being a successful woman in the workplace: being an effective communicator. Roedel begins by saying that men and women communicate<\/a> in different ways. For example, women tend to be more open and receptive to others while men tend to dominate a conversation\u2014this may be because women are socialized to put others\u2019 needs first while men are not. Roedel writes that being conscious of such differences can help you become an effective communicator. In this section, we\u2019ll explore three of her strategies for leveling the communication field: <\/p>\n\n\n\n