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Career Advice from our Incredible Women in Leadership
JOAN FISK | CEO, UWWRC
“Never underestimate the power
“Seize every opportunity to gain experience. Be a curious student and life
long learner, constantly seeking to expand your knowledge. Embrace your and potential of networking and
developing relationships. Listen,
unique talents and strengths. When I was recruited as CEO of United Way be genuine, be curious, be kind.”
this was a major pivot from my corporate background but it has been an
invaluable way to give back to the community and to use my experience and AMANDA MELNICK
network as an advocate and mentor for incredible causes and individuals.” SENIOR DIRECTOR,
IMPACT & STEWARDSHIP
NEENA GUPTA | BOARD CHAIR, UWWRC “Remember that your worth is
not defined by your job title or
PARTNER, GOWLING WLG
“It’s sometimes easy to get discouraged and forget that progress is being salary. Your value lies in the
made. I’ve seen that progress in my own lifetime. I’m always inspired by unique contributions you bring to
Margaret Mead, a pioneering female sociologist, who reminded us, “Never the table."
doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the SHARLENE ERASMUS
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.”” TO THE CEO
SANDI YOUNG | CAMAPIGN CABINET CHAIR, UWWRC “Do what makes you passionate,
what you know is right, and
VP, HUMAN RESOURCES, CLARION MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES
always do what you can. Be
“As a Woman in Leadership, it is important to do the right thing by being authentic, lift up others, and be
courageous, taking ownership of our careers, making time for personal compassionate.”
interests, communicating powerfully, prioritizing teamwork, and cultivating
ELEANOR DRAPER
friendships. Doing the right thing not only benefits ourselves, but also others. SENIOR DIRECTOR,
It's important to foster humility and influence others to be their best in all FINANCE
situations.”
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