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“The day after I finished Lean In I emailed my boss and asked for a meeting to discuss what other challenges I could take on at work,” said an editor in her 20s, who added that the phrase is now ubiquitous. “The phrase ‘lean in’ is now in constant rotation with my friends and colleagues. We use it as a joke — who wants the last hot dog? lean in! — but also as shorthand for going after what you want, whether it be at work, with a partner, etc. It’s a reminder to be confident, to stretch yourself, to take that extra step even if it’s scary.”

Lean In is now inspiring women everywhere to seek out a better paycheck (also hot dogs — we should all want the last hot dog). One woman who was offered a job that paid less than what she was already earning said: “Sheryl Sandberg wouldn’t approve.” [via]

Photo: Sand Oz

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