“We need to stop telling [women], "Get a mentor and you will excel." Instead, we need to tell them, "Excel and you will get a mentor.”

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.