The Champagne CEO: A Sparkling Journey of Success Through Courage, Confidence, and Collaboration

The Champagne CEO by Terri Eagle is an inspiring memoir that chronicles the author’s extraordinary journey of success driven by courage, confidence, and collaboration. The book unearths stories from her early days selling cookies and working in family restaurants, through her rise in the luxury fashion and jewelry industries, to her leadership roles at Montblanc and David Yurman. Eagle emphasizes the importance of belief in oneself, taking risks, building genuine relationships, and leading with heart. Throughout, she shares practical strategies for overcoming challenges, reinventing oneself, and fostering a culture of authenticity and grit. Her narrative is rich with lessons on strategic thinking, mentorship, and the power of positivity in achieving professional and personal goals and fulfillment. In this book, you'll follow her as she takes on different leadership roles, transforming companies and driving success through creativity and branding. This book also answers the question: Why did she succeed? The answer is all you need to succeed in professional and business life. 

Terri Eagle’s book is one of the best memoirs I have read from a CEO, and she writes in a tone that is laced with charm, in an irresistible voice, and in prose that sparkles through every page. The stories she shares from her life are laden with insights and lessons for readers. While her story is inspiring, she never fails to entertain, capturing details of scenes with passion and identifying key moments of growth. The idea that success is a continuous journey of growth, adaptability, and kindness permeates the entire narrative. Eagle's writing is clear, engaging, and infused with authenticity, and she has the uncanny ability to weave insightful lessons into the narrative without coming across as preachy. The Champagne CEO is a memoir that delivers the wisdom readers need to succeed. I found some useful lines, like “Believe that you can give it your best, and then get ready to see the results” and “People like to do business with nice people.” I particularly enjoyed this author’s take on integrity and genuine connection, and her writing reminded me so much of Dare to Lead by Brené Brown. Eagle focuses on the essential stuff that creates positive leadership: values, self-awareness, and grit. A stunning gallery of eye-catching photography complements the superior storytelling in this memoir that instructs and entertains.