Like A Boss: How Top Executives Elevate Status, Grow Wealth, & Protect Their Downside

“Educational. Bold. Authentic. Like A Boss looks under the hood of what top-level careers are made of. From elevating mindset to achieving status and wealth, Like A Boss is the book executives will wish they had read earlier. With real-life storytelling and cutthroat lessons from seasoned leaders, it is refreshingly entertaining.”— Stefan Mecha, CEO Volkswagen ChinaWhat do top executives know that others don’t? How do they eviscerate their competition and outmaneuver the system in the race for more money, power, and status?Featuring exclusive, behind-the-scenes intel from leaders in billion-dollar enterprises, Like A Boss pulls back the curtain on some lesser-known strategies and knowledge that really get executives ahead, secure their future, and protect their downside.Leveraging insights from top CHROs, Executive Headhunters, and Chief Legal Officers, executive transition expert Elisabeth Constantin delivers the hard-hitting truths any executive needs to know to shatter outdated career mindsets, exert control on the way to the top, and level up gravitas.In this provocative, funny, and sometimes brutally honest career development guide, you’ll discover how to:Run your career like a business—ditch the charity mindset and seize control.Maximize your wealth—own your total compensation and severance from day one.Accelerate your C-suite trajectory—through landing board seats, expanding into academia, and building a speaker brand.Secure your downside—exit on your terms and turn terminations into opportunity.Master status and influence—from your network to executive presence.Turn fear into fuel—break internal barriers and take decisive action.Whether you're at the pinnacle of success or gearing up for your next major career leap, Like A Boss equips you with the ultimate playbook for elite, long-term executive dominance.Don’t just play the corporate game. Conquer it.Further Praise for Like A Boss“Like A Boss is the career guide I wish I’d had years ago. Constantin’s practical wisdom combines street smarts with corporate savvy—essential reading for leaders ready to level up. “— Ginger Porter, COO, Edelman U.S.“Like A Boss is a powerful game-changer for any leader, but especially for women and minorities who are often hesitant to advocate for themselves and play the game. The insights in this book will empower you to take full responsibility for your career—and your financial success.”— Carol Scott, Senior Director, Software & Digital Platforms, MicrosoftAbout the AuthorElisabeth Constantin is an Executive Transition and Corporate Outplacement Entrepreneur, specialized in guiding senior leaders through high-profile career transitions. A sought-after speaker on executive and C-suite career ROI, Constantin frequently speaks at Ivy League Clubs across the U.S., the Harvard Business School National Women's Association, and major corporate and industry organizations, including Dell Technologies, Financial Executives International (FEI), and The Economist Group.For more information, visit www.theabreofirm.com. Read more