"We cannot change what we are not aware of, and once we are aware, we cannot help but change."
"We can each define ambition and progress for ourselves. The goal is to work toward a world where expectations are not set by the stereotypes that hold us back, but by our personal passion, talents and interests."
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Source: Sandberg: Speak up, believe in yourself, take risks by Sheryl Sandberg, www.cnn.com. March 18, 2013.
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