Lean In stories

How women and men are asking for more, stepping outside their comfort zones, and leaning in.

A PhD student discovers the magic of leaning in.

Aarti Munjal

Research Assistant Professor

After her daughter's medical diagnosis, a mother finds new ways to lean in both professionally and personally.

Abby Hemani

Attorney

A talented writer gets creative inspiration from a lifelong mentor: his grandmother.

Adam Robitel

Screenwriter & Director

A man walks away from a comfortable career and sets out on his own.

Adam Tobias

Co-Founder, Wells Tobias Recruitment Ltd

A single mom unexpectedly finds partners to lean in with.

Adiba Nelson

Author

A young writer tests herself by setting a difficult goal.

Adrienne Abiodun

Children’s Book Author

One woman leans into starting a global family.

Adrienne Arieff

Author & Communications Professional

A talented student leans into her education.

Alejandra Owens

AARP Director

In the eye of a storm, a dedicated leader finds her inner sense of calm and determination.

Alex Marren

Senior VP, Operations

A single mother sacrifices an exciting career to take care of her son.

Alexandra Roddy

SVP Strategy & Development

A woman who thought programming wasn't for her leans in — by learning to code.

Alice Bentinck

Cofounder, Code First: Girls and Entrepreneur First

One woman finds out how to combine passion and purpose at work.

Alice Han

User Experience Designer

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