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From the Pits to the Palace
One Woman's Journey to Self Realization
through Entrepreneurship
Foreword by
Andrea Silbert
Co-founder, Center for Women and Enterprise
It is an honor and a privilege for me to offer a few thoughts as a foreword to Carrie Johnson’s From the Pits to the Palace. Carrie is an extraordinary woman who held an ordinary dream – to earn a decent living in order to provide for herself and her young sons. As a single mother, it became quite clear to Carrie that she would not be able to achieve this most basic of dreams with the meager wages of the low paying jobs which were available to her. She knew she had to start her own business. Carrie became what I call an entrepreneur by necessity.
As wages have stagnated over the last thirty plus years, more and more women have found themselves launching their own businesses in order to make ends meet while also juggling the demands of raising children.
I first met Carrie when I was planning the opening of the Center for Women & Enterprise in 1995. I asked a local banker for names of a few successful women entrepreneurs who could serve on a panel during a grand opening ceremony for the center. In particular, I was looking for women who would serve as role models for the women the center sought to assist.
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Praise for From the Pits to the Palace
from across the country and around the world
Carrie is an amazing, interesting, witty, sassy, wonderful woman and business professional. Her book, From the Pits to the Palace is a 'must read' for any aspiring or current entrepreneur and for anyone who's ever wondered if they had what it takes to be a rags to riches success. According to Carrie - you've definitely got what it takes. She shares herstory in a brash and funny style that draws you in at every page. It's the most life-affirming book I've read about business!
Lisa Thompson, MA
A brilliant author shares her secret struggles of abuse and addiction. With inspiration from her young sons, she finds the inner strength to provide a better life for them through entrepreneurship. An amazing story of perseverance and great success will inpsire every woman, especially those who dare to dream of a better life.
Nicole Engle, Costa Rica
When you've had your back to the wall I must tell you to read this book. There are many times when we lack selfes teem or begin to doubt our battered self-belief, in which case this is a book for everyone, not just those who are trying to make ends meet. There's a verse in the Bible along the lines of if you don't dream you die and if your aims, ambitions and beliefs are wavering, this is for you. Brilliant.
A.J. Forrest, Spain
If you are starting a business, own a small business or just want to know how to run a successful business, this book is a must have! Through Carrie's raw confessions of what works, and doesn't work in operating a small business, readers are treated to highs and lows of this beautiful journey towards self-realization. I think every first year business student should be required to read this book; it truly is a gem!
Fran Thomas, Oklahoma
Carrie Johnson is a remarkable women! Her book "From The Pits To The Palace" is a MUST READ, for every women. I personally could not put it down. She has the ability to grab the reader, and keep them wondering what happens next. Carrie's struggle and achievements are remarkable. I personally hope she will write a sequel.
Nancy Dube, MA
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