The daughter of a General Motors die maker, Mary Barra got her first job with the company’s Pontiac division at the age of 18. Road to Power follows Barra’s climb through the automaker’s ranks and reveals how she started on the factory floor and eventually proved herself worthy of the CEO post. This inspiring story showcases the qualities and experiences that enabled Barra to overcome obstacles and reach the top of the largest American automaker.

Just over a year into her tenure, Barra has already faced an enormous crisis over the company’s failure to recall some of its cars for more than a decade. If she can surmount this challenge with the same determination and skill that she has demonstrated throughout her career, Barra may become one of the most important female figures, not just in the auto industry, but in any industry.

In this book, readers get a look behind the scenes at the secrets to Barra’s success, including a surprising look at how GM’s corporate culture helped pave the way to the top, over a period of decades, for talented women. Road to Power will provide insight and encouragement to female engineers, students of business, human resources staff, and anyone who aspires to overcome obstacles and achieve great things.