TY - BOOK AU - Purcell,Karen D. TI - Unlocking your brilliance: smart strategies for women to thrive in science, technology, engineering, and math SN - 9781608323760 AV - HD6054 .P87 2012 U1 - 331.48 23 PY - 2012///] CY - Austin, Tex. PB - Greenleaf Book Group KW - Purcell, Karen D. KW - Women in the professions KW - Women KW - Employment KW - Career development KW - Success in business N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. [143]-145) N2 - Tackling an important social issue from a personal perspective, Karen describes the trajectory of her own career in engineering, including the struggles she endured. Through her story and stories from women in other fields, she explores the hurdles women in the male-dominated STEM world must overcome and offers pragmatic strategies for moving beyond them. From gaining exposure to occupations early in life to earning the respect of male colleagues to balancing a personal life with career pressures, Karen will empower you to realize your full talents ER -