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As women get more powerful, they get less likable. I see women holding themselves back because of this, but if we start talking about the success-likability penalty women face, then we can do something about it.
Sheryl Sandberg
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"As women get more powerful, they get less likable. I see women holding themselves back because of this, but if we start talking about the success-likability penalty women face, then we can do something about it."
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As women get more powerful, they get less likable. I see women holding themselves back because of this, but if we start talking about the success-likability penalty women face, then we can do something about it. — Sheryl Sandberg

About Sheryl Sandberg

Sheryl Sandberg was a Businesswoman from United States (1969–present).

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This quote is attributed to Sheryl Sandberg, a Businesswoman from United States.
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Sheryl Sandberg lived from 1969 – present.
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