Jennifer Dean Releases New Leadership Guide for Professional Women: Stilettos or Flats: You Can Have Both
- Tiffany Wright
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Groundbreaking Book Empowers Women to Lead with Both Grit and Grace
Houston, TX – January 28, 2026 – Award-winning speaker, author, and entrepreneur Jennifer Dean announces the release of her latest book, Stilettos or Flats: A Leadership Guide for the Professional Woman. This transformative guide challenges the limiting expectations professional women have long faced and introduces a new framework for authentic, powerful leadership.
For decades, women in leadership have been handed a narrow script—one that pressures them to choose between being tough or nurturing, bold or approachable, commanding or compassionate. Stilettos or Flats dismantles this false dichotomy, encouraging women to embrace the full range of their leadership strengths.
“This book is built on a simple metaphor,” says Dean. “Stilettos or Flats represents the false choices women are often forced to make. I’m here to say you don’t have to choose—you can lead with both grit and grace.”
Through practical exercises, reflective prompts, and actionable insights, the book guides readers to:
Embrace Both: Balance seemingly opposing leadership traits
Anchor Authenticity: Lead from core values without conforming to outdated norms
Commit to Legacy: Elevate others through mentorship and sponsorship
Define Impact: Create lasting cultural change within organizations
Dean brings more than 30 years of leadership experience to this work. As President and Founder of Dean's Professional Services, she has built an award-winning staffing firm and launched multiple ventures focused on workforce development and professional education. She delivers over 60 speaking engagements annually and is the author of several acclaimed titles, including the Energy Drink for the Soul series.
“My mission is to help women step fully into leadership without sacrificing who they are,” Dean adds. “This book offers both the permission and the tools to lead with confidence, authenticity, and purpose.”
Stilettos or Flats is available now and includes interactive worksheets, reflection exercises, and strategies designed for immediate application.
About Jennifer Dean
Jennifer Dean is a national, award-winning speaker, author, entrepreneur, and industry expert with more than 30 years of leadership experience. She is the founder of Dean’s Professional Services, Dean’s Staffing Solutions, EdVantage Training, and The PeopleMatter Project—a nonprofit supporting career development across Texas. Her work focuses on leadership development, service excellence, and personal transformation through speaking, coaching, and writing.
For more information, review copies, or to schedule a coaching session or book Jennifer for your next speaking event:
Website: www.jennifer-dean.com
Phone: 713-785-7483
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