Women, Work & the Art of Savoir Faire

Women, Work & the Art of Savoir Faire – Mireille Guiliano

Mireille Guiliano, author of the bestseller French Women Don’t Get Fat, built a successful career in business, becoming president and CEO of Clicquot, Inc., the American arm of the famous Champagne house Veuve Clicquot. In Women, Work & the Art of Savoir Faire: Business Sense & Sensibility, she shares the lessons she learned about succeeding at work while living a balanced and joyful life.

Guiliano draws on her own experiences, from her early years in France and her start in the United States to her rise as a business leader in a male-dominated industry. She offers practical advice on topics such as finding your passion, building a career, communicating effectively, negotiating, managing people, handling mistakes and developing your personal style.

True to her French sensibility, she also emphasizes the importance of pleasure, balance and taking care of yourself. She discusses how to manage stress, eat and drink well, entertain with elegance, dress with confidence and make time for the things that bring joy. Throughout the book, she encourages women to bring their own authentic style and values to their work rather than imitating others.

Written in a charming, witty and personal voice, the book includes anecdotes from her career, tips and even a few recipes.

Inspiring and practical, Women, Work & the Art of Savoir Faire is a delightful read for professional women at any stage of their careers who want to succeed with style, confidence and a healthy sense of balance.