If you’re like many people these days, you’ve been dealing with change as you never did before—changes that you didn’t seek out as the next positive step in your career or personal life but had thrust on you by outside circumstances. But here’s a little good news: The skills you need to deal with today’s […]
Why You May Be Better Equipped to Navigate Today’s Changes Than You Think
If you’re like many people these days, you’ve been dealing with change as you never did before—changes that you didn’t seek out as the next positive step in your career or personal life but had thrust on you by outside circumstances. But here’s a little good news: The skills you need to deal with today’s […]
Navigating Transitions in Unpredictable Times with Erica Williams Simon
Making a career pivot can be scary and paralyzing, especially when events transpire that force an unexpected transition. Covid-19 has left many with lost jobs and time to reflect and reevaluate life and priorities. Others are struggling to succeed at remote work with a disrupted structure and, in many cases, no available childcare. In this […]
Authentic Activism: How to Create Lasting Change | 2018 Session
Franchesca Ramsey became an online sensation when she transformed her “viral moment” into a platform for social justice and ultimately became what she describes as an “Accidental Activist.” In this session, she moderates an engaging discussion with a panel of pioneers to discuss their personal journey to a forging a life of meaning. They offer […]
A 3-Point Framework for How to Be a Better Ally
If you are a white woman who feels a little tentative to speak out or take action on the movement to confront racial injustice right now, you should know this: You are not alone. “There is a massive sense of fear and resistance in this moment that white people are feeling that is rooted in […]
Giving Voice to All with “Sing, Unburied, Sing” Author Jesmyn Ward
Get up close and personal with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward. In this episode of Women Amplified, we explore writing as a vehicle to give a voice to others past and present. Ward’s powerful insights, however, go far beyond writing instruction. Her words serve as an important reminder that we have a responsibility […]
What to Do When Your Plans Encounter a Pandemic
Now that at least some of the shock of living in a global pandemic is diminishing, it may be time to ask: How do we pick up the pieces and start thinking creatively about next steps—or, perhaps, even how to re-invent ourselves in a new world? But before even beginning to try to answer that, […]
How to Become an Authentic Leader (Panel Discussion) | 2016 Session
Do you fear that you’re a poser? Do you question if you are worthy? Are you scared that you couldn’t possibly be qualified to fill the shoes required in your position? Sadly it’s a fear that strikes many of us – especially women. Self-doubt is crippling and presents one of the greatest barriers to becoming […]
Some Nerve: Leadership Lessons on Becoming Brave with Patty Chang Anker | 2016 Session
Whether change has been thrust upon you, or you’re feeling stuck and ready to grow, stepping into the unknown can be a little, er…scary. If the thought of a new direction makes you want to head for the hills, then join fear-facing expert Patty Chang Anker. Discover how to de-escalate fear’s power so you can […]
The Confidence Effect With Grace Killelea | 2017 Session
“Your inner voice is the GPS of your life….If I listened to the world, I wouldn’t get out of bed. I’ll be 59 in January and everything on social media says you’re old, you’re fat, shut up. I have to get up every day and say ‘Hell no!’ to that voice. And you know what? […]