#GIRLBOSS

Absolutely loved the crap out of this book. Been a big fan of Nasty Gal since the days of when their now-website address used to direct to a porn site -- Kind of miss it (It was funny). Sophia is straight up, blunt, and honest, but also hilarious, down-to-earth, and encouraging. Unless you already have your s*** straight, then congrats, but for the rest of us, whether you're straight out of high school or middle-aged, this book reminds us that it's never too late to chase after what we want. This book isn't about fashion; it's not a how-to for those curious about pursuing the industry or Amoruso's opinions and comments on today's trends. Instead, it's a book of strength, confidence, and humility. It's a comforting address and honor to those of us who feel and have always felt separated from the majority of society and what their conventions, standards, and expectations tell us to do. Dress how you want, do what inspires/ignites a flame in you, always ask questions, take risks, make mistakes, etc. Invest in yourself and create good habits because that extra hard work and personal dedication will only make you a better person. Ultimately, we are not only capable of pursuing our own dreams, but with the right attitude, work ethic, and just being true to ourselves, we can make a difference in this world and in other people's lives. As a twenty-something working with many hats within a fast-growing restaurant startup in what is pretty much an entirely male-dominated team, I can't say enough good things about how #GIRLBOSS gave me that snap back into reality. I've delayed graduating from college to pursue work experience and much of my current skills and talents have been self taught. Though it's been nowhere close to easy and I've contemplated quitting probably at least once a week for the past two years, I've stuck with it and even stuck my own footprints along the way -- even if I had to scheme around some things to get my way ;) The world may tell you there is one straight path to success, but that isn't true, and Sophia is a stellar example of that. Bought this for my kindle, but it was so great, I think I'm going to buy the physical copy for my own personal library. Anyways, thanks to #GIRLBOSS I'm going to go do awesome s*** now... and fix my credit score. Yikes.

Me: Guy who loves to read, is fascinated by business and as a result has read his share of business and professional development books. While I do love fashion, this is also not a fashion book either. (aka Probably not the target demographic of this book) I was initially skeptical of this book and incorrectly assumed it was another "teen readers" book with size 12 font. Nevertheless, I am glad my friend Anthoula recommended it to me as it is one of the most refreshing reads of 2014. Ms. Amoruso has done a service for Millenials and future ambitious young professionals. She knows her audience and her success with this book comes from her authenticity. She writes like a #GIRLBOSS --she appeals because she writes with a consistent sense of confidence and humility, and her successes and failures only serve to support this. Ms. Amoruso is like a good friend who's having that deep chat with you in the car or over coffee. No surprise her book is a New York Times Bestseller. As much as I laud #GIRLBOSS, I think one gets the most of it by reading it with an open mind. #GIRLBOSS the book is NOT: *an encyclopedic book on job hunting, career development *the answer to all of life's problems, especially if you are a millenial *a "get rich quick" scheme (Ms. Amoruso makes this very clear early on) #GIRLBOSS is: *an authentic voice and foundation for becoming a strong, successful professional (you still have to do the work, she did) *a springboard for future reading/research in business, professional development and indirectly so, fashion *advertisement of Nasty Gal (this is not a bad thing, it just shows that she truly represents her brand and company beyond the $$$, even though she recognizes $$$ is a big component of business) *great, quick read for girls AND guys. You can be a #dudeboss too I admit, I own a copy (read it twice, again quick read) and am proud to say I've gifted two copies this past holiday season. Great job Ms. Amoruso. Very inspirational!

Se você está esperando um livro com dicas práticas, rápidas ou uma fórmula pronta para o sucesso, desculpe, mas preciso te decepcionar, #GirlBoss não é nada disso, pelo contrário! Longe de dar spoilers, já que a história é muito mais complexa e em diversos pontos, trágica, Sophia Amoruso deixa bem claro, ainda no início, que esse livro é sobre como ela, uma garota comum, se tornou a CEO de seu próprio negócio, que por sinal, vale alguns milhões de dólares. Se você a visse de longe, com certeza não apostaria nela. Sophia Amoruso era uma garota normal, de classe média, criada na Califórnia. Talvez você esteja pensando, nossa que sortuda ou, ela tinha tudo para dar certo? Errado! Bom, não totalmente. Mas ela não era do tipo de pessoa que se dava bem com as coisas tradicionais. Trocou de escola diversas vezes. Não parava em nenhum emprego. Odiava o capitalismo. Foi uma garota rebelde. Se envolveu em pequenos furtos. Viajou de carona pelo país. Foi demitida diversas vezes. Tinha tudo para “dar errado”. E graças a uma hérnia, um negócio multimilionário começou. #GirlBoss é uma mistura gostosa, bem humorada e realista entre autobiografia e negócios. Uma história inspiradora de uma mulher que se superou e superou a sociedade. Um empurrão para aqueles que ainda não tiraram os projetos do papel. Um tapa na cara para aqueles que acreditam que o sucesso vem de graça ou que acontece de forma natural. Uma história nada convencional de sucesso. Perfeito para ler nos momentos em que tudo está indo mal (sério, o livro é muito inspirador) Apesar do livro ser em inglês, a leitura é fácil, flui rapidinho. Bom para quem tem um nível mediano da língua inglesa, tendo em vista que a autora escreve de uma forma bem informal, jovial e recheada de gírias. Nada é de graça. Tudo precisa de dedicação. Mas apostar em você, no seu sonho, é a melhor aposta possível. Não desista!

とっても面白く読みやすい！ 途中でおしゃれなイラストが入っててとてもいい👍🏻✨ そしてとってもいい影響を受けることができました！

Un livre à lire par toutes les #girlboss en devenir ou déjà établies ! Que vous ayez besoin d'un boost avant de vous lancer, ou d'un petit remontant si vous êtes déjà établie, ce livre est parfait. Irrévérent, vrai, sans chichis, il ne tombe pas dans l'écueil 'monde des bisounours' mais vous dit les choses comme elles sont: le monde est difficile, réussir demande du boulot, mais justement, bossez, soyez intransigeantes, et vous y arriverez !

Muy buen libro, fácil de leer a pesar de estar en inglés, parece casi hecho de papel reciclado, pero el contenido es francamente bueno e inspirador.

I don't usually write reviews but I felt I needed to with this book! I read it in a couple of nights, it's absolutely brilliant! Some people say it didn't have "any tips"! Its not a book that tells you "how" to get rich! It's inspiring though, very! If people take the time to read beyond what's written in the pages it's just awesome! Written by a girl next door who is not bothered about being politically correct, she's just being herself saying it how it is! Showing that someone shouldn't change who they are just bcos of the millions they got in the bank! If you are looking for inspiration, for something to grasp and not give up on your dreams, this is the book! If you're an entrepreneur who thinks that you need lots of money to start something, then read this! The advice is great!