Liz Kennedy
Community Volunteer, The Ophelia Project, Tampa, Florida:
“I’ve finally had a chance to read the excerpts from your book. Loved them. You are just what we need for our new Ophelia project with its emphasis on “saving the selves of girls” and programs of mentoring. Catchy chapter titles… And your CH. One is almost a perfect speech, isn’t it? Good job with everything.”

Ellen Sullivan
CEO, Crane Hill Publishing, Birmingham, Alabama:
“… I liked your book immediately because, being a female business owner, I could relate directly to everything you had to say. I think you write well and naturally, and put forth your ideas and experiences in a down-to-earth way that (as you point out) every woman can relate to.”

Laurie Jordan
Executive Director, Atria Weatherly Springs Assisted Living, Huntsville, Alabama:
“Leading Ladies is a must read for every working woman. Spalla understands the practicality of running a business and provides incredible inspiration and support to those who find themselves right in the middle of her experiences. Moreover, this book provides incredible insight into the complicated roles of men and women in the workplace.”

Nancy Kramer
Vice President, Community Investment, United Way of MadisonCounty, Huntsville, Alabama:
“Great book!! Should be required reading for many. Found that I got teary in two places, laughed in several, and said ‘yes’ with understanding in many others. Thanks for the gift of putting it in words and being so absolutely honest and open... it is a definite reread for me!”

Karen Queeney
Sales Representative, WZDX FOX 54, Huntsville, Alabama:
“All I can say is, ‘WOW.’  I absolutely loved your book.  I just could not put it down.  I honestly think I read the whole thing in forty five minutes, and then picked it up again for ‘round two’.”

Dorcas Harris
President, Huntsville Hospital Foundation (retired), Huntsville, Alabama:
“Linda Spalla has a ‘take no prisoners’ approach to female leadership! She is unequivocal in her advice to women who want to be true leaders and you can tell that she means every word she says. Her passion and conviction come roaring off the pages to the reader. In addition to being chock full of good practical tips her book is uplifting and exciting. As a retired executive myself, she really got my juices flowing again. I would recommend Linda’s book to any aspiring female leader.”

Cynthia Streams
Vice President and Treasurer, Valley Pizza, Inc. d/b/a Domino's Pizza — a 16 store franchise, Huntsville, Alabama
“…She truly calls ’em as she sees ’em, with fabulous frankness. The way she’s organized the book lends it to becoming an important reference tool for any female leader. You can pick it up and get a quick jolt of common sense and encouragement at a moment’s notice on any particular leadership attribute you are tussling with at the time. I’ll be keeping a copy at both my office and home.”