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Introduction
Create the life you want and deserve. You can have it all
Petra shows with her debut Women at the Top that women can build a successful business while also having a family. In her well-known, inspiring way, Petra writes about women from all over the world who have made their dreams come true — women who have each fought for their ideals. The book includes practical tips for personal development and offers a clear roadmap for women who want to start their own business.
Contents
Starting a completely new and successful life by letting go of outdated thought patterns — that is the core message Petra wants to communicate with her book. Many women continue to hold on to old, familiar beliefs and habits. Unfortunately, this is often the reason why so many of us struggle to move forward in an ever-changing world.
Yet, those very economic changes, new technologies, and globalization offer countless opportunities for women to build thriving businesses and fully develop their potential. With the rise of the internet, e-commerce, and the ability to work from home, there are no longer any barriers preventing women from successfully combining a career and family life.
Develop Yourself
With Women at the Top, you will learn:
what has formed the foundation of your current mindset;
how to recognize your own outdated thought patterns — overcome them and start thinking differently;
how to discover what you truly want;
how to identify your dream job or business that fits your personality and life situation;
how to make it a reality;
how to truly live the life of your dreams.
ForewordThérèse Boer
We Dutch have our own style. Throughout history we have broken new
ground in business and in commerce. Our ancestors have been innovative
and daring sailing the world, settling new lands, advancing technologically to
improve the land we love, and for making life not only easier but also more
beautiful. Images of the Netherlands include our lush landscape and world
renowned tulips; our ancient windmills now turned high tech are trend setting in “green movements.” But as far as our forefathers have come, our foremothers have seemed to lag a bit behind.
I grew up during the eighties and equal rights for all, yet somehow it took
a very long time for women to be taken seriously in the business world yet still allowed to be women in all areas. Though many women choose not to have children, it is part of the life process to produce offspring. Since women were given this gift, our predecessors found it necessary to “take” something in other areas. Women have been penalised in the professional spheres for participating in the natural life cycle.
The steps and suggestions offered to you in this book are priceless. They seem so simple, yet I have seen so many women fail to recognise that they too have much to offer the world. I have watched incredible females waste their talents because they cared too much what societal norms dictated, yet, had they pushed their circumstances even a little bit, they might have found a more welcoming embrace in the working world—on whatever level—than expected.
I applaud Petra van der Veen’s work for changing the attitude of women and
for reaching out to her sisters to help them create the lives that we all desire for our selves and our families. The only way we can change the accepted societal norms is to change ourselves and our attitudes about what we can accomplish. Many of the “paradigms” in which Dutch women find themselves trapped are of their own creation. I grew up Dutch. Together with my husband Jonnie we have one of the leading restaurants in the Netherlands. Recently we have opened our luxury five star Librije’s Hotel, in the centre of medieval Zwolle.
Operating De Librije, Librije’s Hotel and Librije’s Zusje, the hotels restaurant,
which was awarded with its first Michelin star is a hell of a job and requires
excellent management skills. Even if you know we have a very happy family
life, with our two children. However, it is very well possible. I would like some
company in the circle of Dutch female business giants. The level of my success is not what every woman wants. I know that. Whatever level it is for which you aim, however, know that I know you can succeed. I have lived the process that Petra encourages. I know the struggles. She makes the path I trudged much easier to navigate. Though success rarely comes easily and simply, each time it is travelled, the road becomes smoother with pitfalls and potholes being exposed and new ways of smoothing the journey exposed with the experience shared by others. With this path already paved, you too, can be a “Woman at the Top.”
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Testimonials
Petra van der Veen's Women at the Top is a must read for any woman looking to combine home, family and career without compromising her principles. This book will change your outlook on what makes a "good mum".
Debbii McKoy - bestselling author
We the New Me
This book will inspire, educate, and mobilize any woman who has dreams of being the master of her own fate in business and in life, regardless of previous backgrounds or limitations! If you are ready to live the lifestyle of your dreams and stop waiting in line for your turn, then this book is a must read!
Chris J Snook - bestselling author Wealth Matters:
Abundance Is Your Birthright!
