Questions about a woman's place are being asked in all areas of society. Cathy Madavan aims to cheer women on, to give them courage, to create awareness about their potential and to challenge them to keep `lifting the lid'. We are surrounded by women who make a difference. Some thrive in a board room, some in a pulpit, some in a nursery. Some are wired for deadlines, others for creativity. But every woman will influence those around her. How do we learn from others without simply aping or imitating those we admire? Do we have the emotional intelligence and self-awareness to know that the very people who frustrate us are often the ones we need most? However, most women also wrestle with confidence, knowing their identity and place, juggling their lives and managing expectations. This book equips and empowers women. It encourages them to be an irrepressible positive influence and a voice for others. It is a resource and treasury, with principles, stories and insights. Cathy addresses her topic through a series of penetrating questions. What are your personal values and vision? What is your true character? Are you a thermometer, measuring the climate, or a thermostat, setting the temperature? Where does self-assurance come from, and how does it differ from arrogance? Who are your role models? How do you counteract stereotypes and sticky labels? Are you investing in self-leadership, in personal development? How do you build your core relationships, and widen your circle? Do you have healthy boundaries, and the ability to say no? How can you develop resilience? How can you create balance between work and life, exterior and interior?

Find your calling and you'll find your courage in this all-new inspiring book for women from Christian leader, speaker and writer Cathy Madavan.

About the Author
Cathy is a well- known and popular speaker who travels extensively, predominantly in the UK but also further afield. She has been speaking with Care for the Family on their regular national tours for over 10 years. She has been main-stage and seminar speaker at Spring Harvest and on their leadership team for over a decade and has spoken twice so far in the main Arena at New Wine and at their leadership conference. She speaks at conferences, events and churches in the UK and beyond throughout the year - speaking, writing and coaching others is currently her full-time ministry. A good portion of those events are events aimed specifically at women. She is particularly known for how she connects to her audience using humour, vulnerability and wisdom. Cathy has recently been appointed to the board of Kyria (a network of women in leadership/women of influence).

Reviews
A book written from the heart, by someone whose deep desire is to empower and equip others. * Sam Jackson, Classic FM *
It's what they don't teach us in school: how to live and not just survive. With inspirational, crafted words that steer well clear of slogans, Cathy offers welcome help for us all in this practical, pithy page turner. And she does it all with the warm voice of a friend. Highly recommended. * Jeff Lucas, author, speaker, broadcaster *
I cannot recommend it highly enough! * Nicola Neal, CEO, Every Life International *
Cathy has such a wonderful ability to package wisdom in a nutshell. I wanted to pull out many of her sentences and write them on a poster to stick on my wall. * Debra Searle MVO, MBE *
Pearls of great wisdom, forged from the grit of everyday life, presented with Cathy's signature passion and humour. Irrepressible is irresistible. * Dr Krish Kandiah, social entrepreneur, broadcaster and author *
Her tales are easy to identify with and her genius for story telling makes reading this book effortless, and at the same time inspiring - a rare combination. * Bev Murrill, founder, The Kyria Network *
Wisdom, encouragement and hope. * Paul Harcourt, National Leader, New Wine England *
Cathy Madavan is the real deal! * Patrick Regan OBE, CEO Kintsugi Hope *
What a fabulous book ... wisdom and joy and advice for life ... Take it, read it, live it, you'll love it! * Paul Kerensa, comedian, author and writer *
A joyous combination of timeless wisdom and practical experience. * Simon Barrington, Founder and Director, Forge Leadership Consultancy *
This book gives us what we need most in difficult times - courage to continue and hope for the future. * Arianna Walker, Chief Executive, Mercy UK *
The principles Cathy so beautifully shares in these pages are sure to unlock your best self. Don't live in regret - live an undaunted, irrepressible, courageous life and know this book will help you! * Danielle Strickland, justice advocate, speaker, author *



Book Information
ISBN 9780281083374
Author Cathy Madavan
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint SPCK Publishing
Publisher SPCK Publishing