Boldly You
A Story about Discovering What You're Capable of When You Show Up for Yourself
by Janet T. Phan
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Pub Date May 17 2022 | Archive Date Jun 01 2022
Greenleaf Book Group | Fast Company Press
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Description
As a young woman, Janet faced countless realities that made her path to success difficult. Her family relied on government subsidies, such as housing and free meals at school. Her first-generation Vietnamese parents, in a culture so different from their own, didn’t always understand how to support her curiosity, ambitions, and goals. But she believed in herself and had the courage to act on those beliefs, so she found a way to build a community around her and develop the skills she needed to make top grades throughout her education while working multiple jobs and pursuing her dreams. In her book, Janet shares the key takeaways from her experiences that led to her success today as a driving force impacting the STEM field and as the Founder and Executive Director of Thriving Elements, a nonprofit dedicated to providing access and opportunities for underserved, underrepresented girls through STEM mentorship. Boldly You is a self-help book that reads like a charged and poignant memoir.
Written for high school and college students, young professionals, and all those who are dreaming of their future or figuring out their paths in life, this book will inspire and guide. Every chapter concludes with Thriving Elements, critical learnings from the author’s journey that will help readers show up for themselves, be open-minded, build their confidence, be situationally aware, and be biased for action. Janet’s story is proof that you can be your own person and create the life you want.
Advance Praise
“Janet’s story is proof that your future is yours to create. She uses lessons from her life and her insights about them to offer you the practical advice you need to become your own driving force in the world. Boldly You is about what you can achieve when you challenge the hardships, stereotypes, and rules around you to cut your own path.”
—JULIE AVERILL, Executive Vice President and CTO, lululemon
“Janet’s personal story will inspire others to overcome obstacles to reach their full potential. Her experiences—both heartfelt and humble—provide hope and encouragement, and are a guiding light for young girls and women who aspire for greatness in STEM fields.”
—TED COLBERT, President and CEO, Boeing Global Services
“I am impressed with Janet’s ability to provide practical advice that’s woven into real life examples. As a woman in technology, I share her passion and strong belief in developing the next generation of girls in STEM. Boldly You will motivate you to take action, and I’m excited to see the impact this book will make!”
—FUMBI CHIMA, CIO, Boeing Employee Credit Union
“Janet Phan exemplifies what it takes to make it against all odds in this world. From working in fast food restaurants to becoming a global leader in technology, she shows how to go from surviving to thriving, walking you through her journey and the people and processes it took to overcome the obstacles along the way. Every young woman should read Boldly You to benefit from the five Thriving Elements she has identified and learn how to make these actionable in their own lives.”
—GARY RUBENS, Founder, Start it Labs, LLC, and Rubens Family Foundation
“I have had the pleasure of watching Janet captivate an audience of high school students with her story of courage and survival. When Janet speaks to students, including refugees and immigrants, and to young women with backgrounds similar to her own, you see hope come alive in their faces and a sense of wonder. Janet shows students what opportunities in STEM, coupled with mentoring and internships, can do for someone. Boldly You captures all this. It’s what every school principal would want for their students, and it’s a must-read for anyone needing inspiration and courage.”
—PAT LARSON, retired Principal, Foster High School
“I had the honor and privilege of serving as Janet Phan’s high school principal at the world-famous Stadium High School in Tacoma, Washington. Janet was a tremendous student and bright star in our school, and students were drawn to her because of her innate leadership skills and abilities. What is amazing to me is that I had no idea, until learning about this book, what she overcame to be a winner in everything she did. This is an amazing account from a person who has risen to become a highly successful woman. Read this true-to-life story of a woman who had the mindset of a champion, despite the hurdles she encountered and overcame. Boldly You will inspire thousands and change the trajectory of their lives to become world changers, just like Janet.”
—JONATHAN R. KELLETT, Principal, 2007 Washington State High School Principal of the Year
“Boldly You is a must-read. Janet’s personal journey of overcoming challenges in her life is an inspiration to all. Her poignant story of resiliency and drive to achieve a better life provides insights into the reality many people face and how, with determination, they can succeed. Janet’s story serves as a reminder of why it is important for leaders in companies to create opportunities and access for underrepresented and underserved communities through mentorship and internships.”
—REBECCA STRAKA, Chief Information Officer (and former intern), Weyerhaeuser Company
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781735424590 |
| PRICE | $21.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 296 |
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Featured Reviews
Reading T, Reviewer
I don't know about others but this year I have been actively looking for such books - motivational, comforting and relatable. And I got what I needed from this book.
In eleven short chapters, the author has compiled some helpful and meaningful parts which will aid you during your most difficult times; when you need some reassurance to move on and when you definitely need some encouragement and some comforting words.
You will get to know more about the author and her life, get to know about her younger days, how she has dealt with different people and relationships, what makes her stronger and "discover what we are capable of".
Definitely a great memoir to read.
Thank you, Greenleaf Book Group, for the advance review copy.
