“It was around this time that a psychiatrist diagnosed me with both depression and ADD. Though there was no doubt I was depressed, I refused to take the pills that he prescribed, instead throwing them away. I knew then that my utter misery and universal disinterest were not due to a chemical imbalance. This wasn’t something that could just be medicated out of me—I just hated where I was.”
In 'Girlboss,' Sophia Amoruso shares her personal story of overcoming adversity and building a multi-million-dollar business from the ground up. The book delves into her experiences as a young entrepreneur, navigating the male-dominated tech industry, and her journey to self-discovery. It provides a candid look at the ups and downs of running a startup and serves as an inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and women in business. more
Sophia Amoruso, born on April 20, 1984, is an American entrepreneur and author. She gained fame for founding the second-hand fashion e-commerce brand Nasty Gal. Amoruso's life story is marked by challenges, as she transformed from an ordinary second-hand clothing buyer into a successful business leader. more
“Don't ever grow up. Don't become a bore.”
“Abandon anything in your life and habits that might be holding you back.”
“To be committed means to omit all your complaints and carry on doing what needs to be done.”
“You don't get what you want if you don't ask for it.”
“Don't ever let the Man get you.”
“If you have a vision and there is no job title for it yet. That's a vision right there!”