The Closer
Shaz Kahng
"Unreservedly recommended" Midwest Book Review
"An inspiring and fun take on women in business" Foreword Reviews
Beverly Hills Book Award Finalist
One of Bustle's "9 Fall Debut Books By Women Authors You'll Want To Read Immediately"
There's a secret society of professional women called the Ceiling Smashers.
The Closer follows main character Vivien Lee, a founder of the Ceiling Smashers society, on her quest for business success. Vivien is an Asian American woman who dreams of becoming a CEO.
Vivien has spent her entire consulting career helping CEOs look good, so when she finally has the chance to go after her dream of running a business, she grabs it. A lifelong athlete, Vivien arrives at the Smart Sports campus in Portland, Oregon and is introduced as the first female president. It’s one of the highest-profile jobs in an industry inhospitable to women.
Principled but slightly naïve, Vivien believes her male peers will give her a fair shot. Stumbling early, Vivien makes a series of rookie mistakes. With guidance from the Ceiling Smashers, Vivien learns to navigate the treacherous business terrain.
A tight-knit group of male sports executives is determined to show that an industry outsider cannot prevail. The challenge is all too clear: will Vivien triumph in the sports industry against impossible odds?
You’ll want to stay up all night reading this page-turner to find out what happens to Vivien. The Closer is a fresh, riveting tale about a strong woman endeavoring to succeed with smarts, scruples, and style. And it delivers the kind of heroine we're all searching for. The Closer is a slam-dunk as your next book club recommendation!
Duration - 15h 41m.
Author - Shaz Kahng.
Narrator - Emily Woo Zeller.
Published Date - Friday, 06 January 2023.
Copyright - © 2017 Shaz Kahng ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
"Unreservedly recommended" Midwest Book Review "An inspiring and fun take on women in business" Foreword Reviews Beverly Hills Book Award Finalist One of Bustle's "9 Fall Debut Books By Women Authors You'll Want To Read Immediately" There's a secret society of professional women called the Ceiling Smashers. The Closer follows main character Vivien Lee, a founder of the Ceiling Smashers society, on her quest for business success. Vivien is an Asian American woman who dreams of becoming a CEO. Vivien has spent her entire consulting career helping CEOs look good, so when she finally has the chance to go after her dream of running a business, she grabs it. A lifelong athlete, Vivien arrives at the Smart Sports campus in Portland, Oregon and is introduced as the first female president. It’s one of the highest-profile jobs in an industry inhospitable to women. Principled but slightly naïve, Vivien believes her male peers will give her a fair shot. Stumbling early, Vivien makes a series of rookie mistakes. With guidance from the Ceiling Smashers, Vivien learns to navigate the treacherous business terrain. A tight-knit group of male sports executives is determined to show that an industry outsider cannot prevail. The challenge is all too clear: will Vivien triumph in the sports industry against impossible odds? You’ll want to stay up all night reading this page-turner to find out what happens to Vivien. The Closer is a fresh, riveting tale about a strong woman endeavoring to succeed with smarts, scruples, and style. And it delivers the kind of heroine we're all searching for. The Closer is a slam-dunk as your next book club recommendation! Duration - 15h 41m. Author - Shaz Kahng. Narrator - Emily Woo Zeller. Published Date - Friday, 06 January 2023. Copyright - © 2017 Shaz Kahng ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:12
Chapter 1: Shadow Day
Duration:00:33:15
Chapter 2: The Giant Stride
Duration:00:18:02
Chapter 3: On Your Mark, Get Set
Duration:00:11:23
Chapter 4: The Ceiling Smashers
Duration:00:21:36
Chapter 5: A Series of Firsts
Duration:00:27:33
Chapter 6: Surviving the First Day
Duration:00:25:34
Chapter 7: Team Encounters of the First Kind
Duration:00:35:36
Chapter 8: First Impressions
Duration:00:19:48
Chapter 9: Getting the First Get
Duration:00:55:18
Chapter 10: Together for the First Time
Duration:00:34:26
Chapter 11: Countdown to the First Showdown
Duration:00:15:12
Chapter 12: The First Signs of Trouble
Duration:00:40:58
Chapter 13: Fasten Your Seat Belts
Duration:00:19:25
Chapter 14: Just One of the Guys
Duration:00:40:10
Chapter 15: Keeping Upbeat in the Downpour
Duration:00:35:34
Chapter 16: Ho-Ho, Huh?
Duration:00:49:29
Chapter 17: Happy, Happy, Happy
Duration:00:14:22
Chapter 18: Let the Games Begin
Duration:00:17:35
Chapter 19: The Sunday Punch
Duration:00:29:19
Chapter 20: Faster, Higher, Stronger
Duration:00:26:47
Chapter 21: Beneath the Sea
Duration:00:18:18
Chapter 22: In Deep Water
Duration:00:35:42
Chapter 23: The Big W
Duration:00:11:42
Chapter 24: The Celebration
Duration:00:17:50
Chapter 25: The Game Change
Duration:00:13:42
Chapter 26: Unsportsmanlike Conduct
Duration:00:34:51
Chapter 27: Playing Hardball
Duration:00:11:16
Chapter 28: The Full-Court Press
Duration:00:36:57
Chapter 29: The "Touch-Base"
Duration:00:39:55
Chapter 30: The End?
Duration:00:17:07
Chapter 31: The Great Divide
Duration:00:52:05
Chapter 32: A Fresh Start
Duration:00:17:57
Chapter 33: Saying Good-bye...and Hello
Duration:00:22:45
Chapter 34: The Game Plan
Duration:00:14:07
Chapter 35: What Goes Around...
Duration:00:14:30
Chapter 36: Flying High
Duration:00:10:31
Closing Credits
Duration:00:00:29