Unapologetically Ambitious

“Shellye has been a role model for me, a friend and a mentor for 20 years.  I greatly admire her intentionality, grace, humility, and courage.  She has a true north who I can depend on in fair or foul weather.  I highly recommend her book.”

- Lorraine Hariton, CEO of Catalyst

“A successful career in any industry is always underpinned by a few important elements: focus, risk-awareness and drive. Shellye’s book Unapologetically Ambitious underscores the importance these elements can play in your career and showcases brilliant strategies and approaches through her own career pursuits. She’s been a wonderful friend and business colleague for many, many years!!”

- John Thompson, Chairman of Microsoft

“Through a compelling story about her own journey, Shellye offers powerful tips for how to live life courageously and go after what you want. From investing in your financial health to integrating work, marriage, parenthood and self-care – each chapter lays out actionable strategies to help you achieve your goals. A must read for anyone looking for ways to grow and live their best life.”

- Thasunda Brown Duckett, CEO Chase Consumer Banking

“Unapologetically Ambitious is about the foundational nature of self-knowledge in both business and life. It's also about the roles of community and mentorship in success. Shellye Archambeau's story is worth reading as much for the wisdom of her upbringing and experience as it is for her clear-eyed professional tips about setting goals and achieving them. Her ground-breaking career serves as a reminder that we all have choices; it's how we approach them that makes the difference.“

- Eric Ries, CEO of The Long-Term Stock Exchange, author of “The Lean Startup“ and “The Startup Way“

“Shellye Archambeau is an extraordinary leader whose insight is only rivaled by her foresight. She takes us through her fascinating life’s journey, which is marked by dogged persistence, bucking of norms, and repeated excellence. This deeply personal and engaging book is a must-read!“

- Tsedal Neeley, Harvard Business School Professor and Author of the “Language of Global Success“

"In a world that too often tells women, especially Black women, to stay small, keep quiet, and know their limits, this book says otherwise. It's a celebration of women knowing their power”

- Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook

"Archambeau's book is essential reading for anyone seeking guidance on taking a strategic approach to increasing their odds for success in business and life. I especially recommend it to entrepreneurs and innovators who are early in their careers and focused on drawing down risk and achieving targeted milestones."

- Clare Leinweber, Executive Director, Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking at Yale University

“Shellye Archambeau is one of the most intelligent, hard-working and focused women I have met in my 40+ years of business.  I was very pleased to have her join the Verizon board in 2013 and have watched her rise within the board to now head the Corporate Governance Committee.  Her experience as an African American women rising through the ranks of both large global businesses and technology startups gives her a unique perspective to share with those entering the business world especially those people of color.  Grab a pen a paper as you read this book.  It is full of the guidance that will put you on a path to career success.”

- Lowell McAdam, Former Chairman and CEO of Verizon

“Unapologetically Ambitious is a treasure trove of strategic wisdom and practical tips, brought to life through amazing storytelling that will leave the reader inspired, empowered and appreciative. The book deals with the realities of setbacks, trade-offs and societal norms in an authentic way, while illustrating that strength and success often lie in mindset and the team you choose in life. The closing chapter serves as a master guide to navigating life, providing a penultimate takeaway for any reader early in their journey to put the wisdom and experience of the Archambeau’s lessons learned into immediate action!”

- Brad D. Smith, Executive Chairman, Intuit

"Shellye has achieved amazing success through a clear strategy of setting goals, making plans, and intelligent risk-taking. In this book, she's now sharing these strategies with us: why to set an ambitious plan and how to achieve it. Highly recommended.”

- Reid Hoffman, co-founder Linkedin and author “Blitzscaling“

“Shellye Archambeau’s remarkable journey is one of tremendous grit and perseverance. Through honest storytelling, Unapologetically Ambitious reveals a clear message—create your own luck.“

- Mellody Hobson – Co-Ceo and President of Ariel Investments

"There are lots of people who have the raw talent and ambition to be great successes, but lack a strategy and plan. That's what Unapologetically Ambitious is about! It reveals Shellye Archambeau's formula for developing your own talent and getting what you want out of life both professionally and personally. It's the book I wish I had read when I was in my 20s."

- Eric Schmidt

"Shellye has achieved amazing success through a clear strategy of setting goals, marking plans, and intelligent risk-taking. In this book, she's now sharing these strategies with us: why to set an ambitious plan and how to achieve it. Highly recommended."

- Reid Hoffman, co-founder of Linkedin and #1 New York Times bestselling author of “The Start-Up of You”

"Shellye's life story, and the lessons it carries, are powerful examples of focus and ambition that can shape your life for the better. If your goal is just to be famous, maybe this is not the story for you, but if your goal is to be a truly great leader of men and women, you have found your guide."

- Horowitz, New York Times bestselling author of “The Hard Thing about Hard Things”

"Unapologetically Ambitious is a treasure trove of strategic wisdom and practical tips, brought to life through amazing storytelling that will leave the reader inspired, empowered and appreciative. The book deals with the realities of sebacks, trade-offs and societal norms in an autentic way, while illustrating that strength and success often lie in mindset and the team you choose in life. The closing chapter serves as a master guide to navigating life, providing a penultimate takeaway for any reader early in their journey to put the wisdom and experience of the Archmbeau's lessons learned into immediate action!"

- Brad D. Smith, Executive Chairman of Intuit and Nordstrom