A portrait of successful women

Aims to describe the characteristics of women who have made it to the top and how they achieved their success. The results are drawn from interviews with a group of 48 women who have achieved recognized success in corporate, professional and public life. Provides an insight into the personal experiences of these women and helps to identify barriers en route to the top. Takes a life span development perspective to give a broad picture of successful women. Addresses issues such as childhood, education, personality and motivation, work history, power and politics at work, and the home‐work interface.