In just one eight-hour day, a working woman can get more twisted up than panty hose in the spin cycle. The Big Sister''s Guide to the World of Work will straighten her out. This tell-it-like-it-is handbook gives every working woman the tools for facing the forces of evil and opportunity in corporate America, including how to:

• Sidestep the classic mistakes women make in a new job

• Avoid getting tangled up in office politics

• Banish the seven habits that make you look small

• Get your boss on your side (without kissing up)

Once entry-level know-nothings who rose to the top of the corporate ranks, DiFalco and Herz have been the go-to big sisters for hundreds of women who were mystified and mortified at the office. Now you can arm yourself with the authors'' straight-shooting advice. Uninhibited and fiercely wise -- like the very best big sisters -- they are the mentors every working woman needs.