women, when describing their roles in their organizations, usually referred to themselves as being in the middle of things. Not at the top, but in the center not reaching down, but reaching out.

in the past, having a life while earning a living didn't seem like too much to ask. Today, even this basic goal has been redefined as 'having it all.

the female view that one strengthens oneself by strengthening others is finding greater acceptance, and female values of inclusion and connection are emerging as valuable leadership qualities.

our domestic lives reflect the major trend that dominates the consumer marketplace today: an ever-increasing emphasis on variety and choice. ... we find ourselves inventing our lives as we go along, improvising in an effort to take advantage of the bewildering range of choices that we face.

work is elevated by our daily environment into something that is appropriately done everywhere and at every conceivable moment.