The Writing On The Wall - Marilyn Howard
Remarkable story of a woman breaking through the glass ceiling
in the male-dominated 60s and 70s.
About the Story
An astounding true story of a young woman driven by her desire to escape chauvinism blazes a whirlwind path full of mystical encounters and unexpected adventures. From love to lawsuits, her business and personal life intertwine, bringing her to untold heights.Uncanny predictions at a chance encounter with a Fulbright Scholar from India follow her throughout life, as if written on the wall and fated to happen.
Chauvinism from her youth make her determined to explore opportunities. She breaks through a glass ceiling of seventy men, enjoys traveling for a year, and returns to found an innovative startup in New York City. Whether skiing the powdery snow in Aspen, or waking up on a beach in Mexico to men with machine guns, each adventure brings challenges and insights to add to an ever-broadening awareness. A lucky break merges with swirling thoughts to ignite a new business. Running a successful startup attracts ADWEEK Magazine of New York. She places first on their list of "The Dynamic Dozen." It should have been smooth sailing, but sharks were circling. A court battle followed.
Entertaining and inspirational stories are told from pivotal times in history. Readers gain skills about life and business. The narrative will make you laugh at humanity, provoke anger at infuriating situations and leave you inspired to reach goals. Stimulating questions are raised, which will generate a deeper introspection.
Featured by Kirkus Reviews in “36 Great Indie Books Worth Discovering” September 2023.
Great Reviews.
Five stars on Amazon!
Chosen for Kirkus for "36 Great Indie Books Worth Discovering" September 2023.
"An often engaging account of an eventful life, along with thoughtful meditations on
Review by Nicole Pyles from Amazon's VINE VOICE
“I thought this was incredibly interesting and engaging…If you are a woman looking to be inspired
and want to break through your own glass ceiling (or whatever your limits may be), this is the book for you.”
Review by Jamie Michele for Readers’ Favorite — Very highly recommended
"Marilyn Howard delivers a strong and timely autobiography, and it's no wonder she was able to
fill a whole book with her stories. We're fortunate to have her share a span of decades, through
her early life, friendships, exciting stories as she traversed the globe, relationships, legal woes
and government foes, and motherhood. The latter was juggled with the dexterity of an octopus,
while her shooting star continued to rise and illuminate the Manhattan skyline she so dearly
loves. While reading this well-written, engrossing, and witty memoir, I often read bits of
advice out loud to my teenage daughter who enjoyed them as much as I did.
And honestly, if you can get a teenage girl to smile you’re knocking it out of the park."
Others say...
"Candid, insightful page-turner."
"Just what I needed. Great book!"
"Her writing style is engaging..."
"I often take a lot for granted, as a woman in her 40s..."
"It's a memoir I will want to re-read later on."
Don't Trip and Fall on the Small Stuff Marilyn Howard 9/2023
People often see the grand vision, but slip and fall over the small stuff. Schools put a lot of emphasis on college entrance but "soft skills" are important for success in business and life. They are now taught at universities as part of business classes and available elsewhere including the web. These general skills are useful for employees in any industry or role and often known as "transferable skills."
Bad habits form early. Ideally, by the end of high school, students should be enabled with the necessary self-confidence and basic tools to navigate their environment and work well with others. Unfortunately, it rarely happens.
I certainly could have benefited. My hands shook and my voice quivered for class oral reports and talking in front of large groups of people. Sensitivity to everything going on in the room disrupted my focus, leading to nervousness. I didn't know it then, but I was in good company. Even George Seinfeld, Warren Buffett, Frederic Chopin and other famous people dealt with stage fright. It is one of the most common phobias. Later in life, I declined many public speaking opportunities for my entrepreneurial business because of my insecurities in front of groups. I lost a good free way to make contacts in business.
Eventually, I got my public speaking act together through Toastmasters International. Local clubs are in numerous locations. An ungraded small school club could be easily formed. It would be a tremendous help for many, including natural speakers. They cover various communication skills and include project management. A group setting is best for most of these skills, but web classes can be effective. Examples are at Ed2go.com, Udemy.com, ClassCentral.com, and Cousera.com.
Soft skills topics include teamwork, problem-solving, time management, critical thinking, decision-making, organization, stress management, adaptability, conflict management and communications. It is also an impressive list for both inside or outside of the office, so often known as "transferable skills."
In life and business, you're trying to develop a presence to connect with and inspire others. You want your seat at the table to count. You want to build trust and credibility, plus be clear and energetic. The ability that propels careers and builds followers comes from the inside out. In the end, much is individual interpretation, but the knowledge and practice are incredibly valuable. The good news is there are many places to learn. Don't trip and fall on the small stuff.
Marilyn Howard, Author
Marilyn Howard’s determination to not wind up a housewife led to breaking through a glass
ceiling of seventy men at Grey Advertising and launching an innovative startup.
Her company, the first to central agency to connect business with freelance artists and writers,
thrived for over twenty-five years in the center of Manhattan. In1983, her business attracted
ADWEEK Magazine of New York. They placed her first on their list of "The Dynamic Dozen,"
those women under forty that they identified as most likely to succeed.
Her pioneering company, Creative Freelancers Inc., became first on the internet in 1997.
The author holds a B.F.A. from Syracuse University.
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