“I spent most of my career in business not saying the word 'woman.' Because if you say the word 'woman' in a business context, and often in a political context, the person on the other side of the table thinks you're about to sue them or ask for special treatment, right?”

Sheryl Sandberg is an American business executive and author of the 2013 book *Lean In*. She served as the COO of Facebook and is known for her advocacy on gender equality, leadership, and workplace culture. Her work explores challenges faced by women in professional settings and offers practical strategies for career advancement.