Were Speaking, Hitha Palepu
Were Speaking, Hitha Palepu
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We're Speaking
The Life Lessons of Kamala Harris: How to Use Your Voice, Be Assertive, and Own Your Story

Author: Hitha Palepu

Narrator: Hitha Palepu

Unabridged: 4 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/19/2021

Synopsis

Inspirational lessons about life, work, and overcoming adversity—drawn from Kamala Harris's norm-shattering ascent to Vice President of the United States.
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Kamala Harris is one of our country's most awe-inspiring political figures, dawning on a new age as the first—but not last—Black and Asian-American female Vice President. Having spent her entire career smashing glass ceilings and influencing the next generation of young women, Harris has completely redefined what it means to be a woman in politics.
 
In We’re Speaking, Palepu connects illuminating stories from Harris’ unique biography with tactical advice about learning to own the power of your multitudes, acting on your ambition, finding your North Star to guide your decisions, and developing your unique voice and style. We're Speaking will leave you feeling empowered to follow in Harris's footsteps — shattering glass ceilings of your own as you live the life of your dreams.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Elora on November 07, 2021

3.5 stars This is an unusual book. While it is advertised as life lessons of Kamala Harris, it is more a self-help book than it is a summary of her story. I thought the advice was good; it is very much tailored to women, especially women of color. I would have liked to have seen more critique. The na......more

Goodreads review by Saumya on October 19, 2021

Inspirational and compelling. I was drawn in by the first pages and already knew this was a book that makes a perfect gift for women and men. It's the type to return to, again and again. I applaud the author for this!......more

Goodreads review by Kaylie on January 11, 2023

What an uplifting way to start the year! At first glance, this looks like a love letter to our first black female VP, but it transforms into a love letter to womxn, and especially those of color, everywhere. I learned so much about Kamala and her values, such as how to reclaim free or joyful "unicor......more

Goodreads review by Devin on December 01, 2023

Just not my thing......more

Goodreads review by Barred Owl on November 11, 2021

Empowering and inspiring! This is a must read! Engaging and powerful stories impart life lessons to grow with!......more

Quotes

“Authoritative and authentic, We’re Speaking is equal parts biography and self-help guide, a compilation of the valuable lessons we can learn from Kamala Harris’s history-making rise. But what makes it sing are Palepu’s own insights gleaned from her impressive and unique trajectory, shared candidly with humor and heart. This is the book you want as you find your voice.”—Elizabeth Holmes, author of HRH: So Many Thoughts on Royal Style

"We're Speaking contextualizes Kamala Harris' life as a road map for women's careers, ambitions and identity. It is a must read for everyone who aims to go beyond what society tells them is possible. Palepu lays the groundwork for future leaders like no one else can."—Eve Rodsky, author of Fair Play

"Through the lens of Kamala Harris‘s extraordinary rise to Vice President of the United States in a country where power is still held by a traditional white patriarchy,  author and entrepreneur Hitha Palepu, provides readers with an extraordinary roadmap filled with brilliant insight on not only how to articulate their professional goals but showcases all the tools necessary to both achieve them as well as find their individual power and voice. An absolute and inspiring read for anyone from a college graduate to a company founder"—Susan McPherson, author of The Lost Art of Connecting

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