ABC to CEO: The Ambitious Young Woman's Guide to Becoming the Boss

Wait—don't take that promotion! …What? Who would ever turn down a promotion?

If you're an ambitious young woman who wants to make a real impact, it’s time to think bigger. Much bigger.

The title of CEO isn’t just about climbing the corporate ladder—it’s about leading with influence, vision, and impact. And yes, it’s a possibility for you.

But here’s the truth: not all career moves will lead you there.
Without the right strategy, even well-intentioned steps forward can quietly become roadblocks to your highest potential.

That’s why ABC to CEO is the career playbook every young woman needs if she dreams of leading at the highest level.

In this empowering and practical guide, former Fortune 500 C-Suite Executive Sharon Dierkes Fiehler reveals what it really takes to advance to executive leadership—and how to start positioning yourself for the CEO seat early in your career.

In this book, you’ll learn how to:

• Choose the right roles early on to build a CEO-ready resume
• Develop leadership skills that go beyond technical expertise
• Navigate career opportunities strategically—and know which ones to avoid
• Stand out in a competitive field and differentiate yourself from your peers
• Break through the invisible barriers that hold too many women back
• Own your ambition unapologetically—and see the bigger picture of what's possible

Whether you’re just starting your professional journey or already climbing the ladder, ABC to CEO will empower you to make bold, informed decisions that fast-track your leadership potential—and help you carve a path all the way to the top.

Your future as a CEO starts now. Let’s get you there.

Sharon Dierkes Fiehler is a former Fortune 500 C-Suite executive with over 30 years of corporate and leadership experience, including chairing the 8th District of the Federal Reserve. Recognized on Forbes' List of the Highest-Paid Women in Corporate America, Sharon founded ABC to CEO, a non-profit organization with a mission to empower young women to aim for a CEO role-a position still largely held by men. She is dedicated to mentoring aspiring young, female leaders by providing knowledge and strategies to navigate and succeed in executive leadership.