The Madame Noire Business (Second-Half of the) Year In Review: The 9 Top Issues

Making It to the Top of the Professional Ladder

And, of course, we had plenty of career advice. Some helpful hints: nine secrets from successful female business leaders, getting your start with seasonal work, finding a mentor, and becoming a CEO.

But sometimes the path to the top isn’t direct. In that case, it’s all right to take a job that will hold you over until you get your dream position.