Description Simply put, a 'Velvet Hammer' is a woman-at any level in an organization-who gets things done, and done well, by leading with grace and eloquence.
She has let go of trying to make what works for her male counterparts work for her.
Instead, she leverages her perspective as a woman to gain the trust, enthusiasm and support of her team.
She is direct and impactful (a hammer) yet softens her approach with her innate diplomacy, compassion and warmth (velvet).
About the Author Elaine Allison is a successful international speaker and author.
She has presented her unique approach to leadership and management to thousands of audiences.
She shares her real-life tales from the front lines of corporate management.
At age 19 Elaine began her leadership career as one of Canada's first female prison guards in an all-male maximum security prison.
Her responsibilities have ranged from supervising inmates to managing 1, 400 flight attendants in a union environment.
She learned early that there were differences in how men and women lead; her life often depended on it!.
Positive Presentations Plus, Inc. The velvet hammer: powherful leadership lessons for women who don't golf, paperback/elaine allison
