2009 Independent Book Publisher Awards Bronze Medal winner, Women's Issues category. There were more than 4,000 entries at the 2009 Independent Book Publisher Awards in all categories from the U.S., Canada and eight other English-speaking countries.1 Piece of Adviceprovides an antidote to the "glass ceiling" assertion. It showcases that with persistence, courage and passion, women can and have achieved significance and success in many different venues and in many different geographies. The profiles tell the stories of exceptional women - the how and the why of their accomplishments. Their 1 Piece of Adviceis offered to encourage others to consider the world of posibilities and not obstacles. These amazing women are providing their 1 Piece of Advicesignposts from their unique vantage point to inspire others.The magic and power of 1 Piece of Advicelies in its simplicity and its diversity, both geographically and in the positions these women hold. Some of the women you will encounter are: Helen Gurley Brown - Author, Editor-in-Chief, Cosmopolitan Magazine Della Reese - Singer, Actress, Author, Minister Isabel Basset - Author, Broadcaster, Politician, Philanthropist The Right Reverend Ann Tottenham - Anglican Church Bishop Karen Kain - Artistic Director of National Ballet of Canada Deepa Mehta - Director, Producer, Screen Writer Pamela D. Wallin - Journalist, TV Host, Diplomat, Author Kim Baird - Chief of the Tsawwassen First Nation Neelie Kroes - European Commissioner for Competition Belgium Hazel McCallion - Mississauga Mayor Erin Pizzy - Founder of Shelter for Battered Women & Children in England Sima Samur - Chairperson, Afghanistan Independent Human Rights1 Piece of Advicedelivers an awe-inspiring backstage pass to the voyage each of these women took to the pinnacles, as well as giving insight and inspiration to the readers in their journey to significance.The book has six segments: Corner Office which features corporate icons and entrepreneurs; To Serve and Protect includes human rights leaders, military generals, governors general, a fire chief, a first nations chief, a judge, an environmentalist, as well as others in public service; In the Pursuit of Knowledge you will find leaders in higher education; Enriching Souls features an Anglican Bishop, a Rabbi and a Moderator from the Church of Scotland; Spotlight highlights a film producer/director, a former prima ballerina; conductors, a writer, a legend in the entertainment industry, a journalist/diplomat and musicians; Reach for the Stars shows us what it takes to be a champion aerobatic pilot, an astronaut and an astronomer/astrophysicist.