While I found the book rather depressing at first, I was later glad to become aware of certain behaviours that I have that prevent me from getting what I want. I think the biggest revelation was knowing that working hard is not enough, but that you actually have to ask for what you want. I wish this book could be condensed so that I could hand it out to all of my female friends and managers. It's well worth it for any woman who feels "stuck" or under-appreciated in her job.