How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying: Lessons from a Life in Comedy

from Carrie88

This is an excellent advice book intertwined with memories and stories of an incredible comedienne. With all of the people that Carol Leifer has crossed paths with, it is no wonder how she has compiled so many interesting and fun stories. She also has some great advice for those wanting to pursue...

from Trina0401

Instead of writing a straight-forward memoir, Carol Leifer takes her experience as a stand-up, writer and actor and frames it as an advice book for anyone starting out in their chosen field. It's a good, light read that gives a glimpse into the ups and downs of show business while offering basic ...

from mphchicago

I loved this book. Great anecdotes, very funny, but also excellent advice. I am going to get this book as a gift for all the future graduates I know. In addition, it also recharged my enthusiasm for my own career long after my own start in the work force. Carol's style is like talking to a very i...

from Alliebadger

A little too much memoir to be a career advice book, and a too much career advice to be a memoir of a life in the TV business. Most of her advice falls under the category of "work hard and be nice to people and you can be successful like me!", which is nice, but not terribly helpful. She also ass...

from lorimarie

I was a bit disappointed by this book. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but it didn't deliver. Carol Leifer is a very funny and talented woman. She's a great writer too, it's just that the stories were not that interesting to me. Seemed like too much name dropping and not enough comedy. How to ...