ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

First, a heartfelt thank-you to the extraordinary women (and men) whom I interviewed for sharing their invaluable time and insights with me.

I’d like to thank Janet Klein for being my writing partner on this book, for collaborating on the entire concept and content. This project was exactly what we needed as women who struggle to know our value.

Putting it together has been a learning experience for everyone involved. Special thanks to Amanda Murray, Dana Haller, and Lauren Skowronski for their editorial assistance in getting this project to the finish line. You are amazing women, and the world will know your value only if you tell it. Don’t hold back.

To Mel Berger and Judy Hottensen, this has been the most joyful challenge. Thank you for getting behind me once again.

My deepest gratitude and appreciation to my husband for putting up with me every day. This is an understatement. Jim, you have the patience of a saint, and the girls are lucky to have you as their father and mentor.

And now for the two biggest reasons I wrote this book: my girls. I thank my daughters for inspiring me every day to share this message with other women. Emilie and Carlie, I want the sky to be the limit for both of you in life. Know your value. Mommy truly does.