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Tough times are inevitable and seem ever present in today's evolving, post-pandemic, global world. Resilience does not just happen. Rather, it is a skill that we build over time through practice. For leaders, resilience has become a critical skill that serves as a differentiator. By making resilience actionable, people can thrive in the midst of difficult or challenging situations. That transforms lives, organizations, and communities. This TED-style talk will provide listeners with an actionable roadmap to building resilience.
Tough times are inevitable and seem ever present in today's evolving, post-pandemic, global world. Resilience does not just happen. Rather, it is a skill that we build over time through practice. For leaders, resilience has become a critical skill that serves as a differentiator. By making resilience actionable, people can thrive in the midst of difficult or challenging situations. That transforms lives, organizations, and communities. This TED-style talk will provide listeners with an actionable roadmap to building resilience.
About 85 percent of new senior in-house positions come out of networks and personal relationships both internal and external. And the real secret is many companies never post these opportunities. Having a "Whisper Network" that refers you to opportunities leads to advancement. During this program, we will discuss the wonders of a Whisper Network, how they work, and how to how to create and leverage one.
About 85 percent of new senior in-house positions come out of networks and personal relationships both internal and external. And the real secret is many companies never post these opportunities. Having a "Whisper Network" that refers you to opportunities leads to advancement. During this program, we will discuss the wonders of a Whisper Network, how they work, and how to how to create and leverage one.
The increase in pay transparency laws across jurisdictions has brought clarity to the finances of the legal industry. Using data from job postings, this session will reveal how your pay stacks up against your peers and how you can leverage this knowledge to your benefit. Leave with a deeper understanding of the pay landscape and pay transparency laws, and understand how to position yourself in the competitive corporate counsel job market.
The increase in pay transparency laws across jurisdictions has brought clarity to the finances of the legal industry. Using data from job postings, this session will reveal how your pay stacks up against your peers and how you can leverage this knowledge to your benefit. Leave with a deeper understanding of the pay landscape and pay transparency laws, and understand how to position yourself in the competitive corporate counsel job market.
In the not-so-long-ago old days, advancement often came through the "Old Boys Club" which shut women out of opportunities that would lead to promotions. Today, the Whisper Network refers you to internal and external opportunities that lead to advancement, and it is open to everyone- if you know how to build and use one. During this program, we will discuss the wonders of a Whisper Network, how they work, and how to develop and leverage one. We will focus on practical and actionable tips to move you forward- whether in your organization or outside.
Sheila Murphy CEO, President & General Counsel Focus Forward Consulting LLP
Sheila coaches her clients to make power moves that create forward momentum in their careers, compensation, and courage. As a certified coach, Sheila works with lawyers who want to be an unstoppable force in their careers. Prior to launching Focus Forward Consulting, Sheila was Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel at MetLife and also spent many years in private practice.
As a staunch advocate for propelling women forward into leadership positions Sheila volunteers her time as a member of the Board of Directors of National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL), serves on the advisory board of Transforming Women's Leadership in Law, and co-chairs the CARE's Women's Network of New York, which eradicates poverty by empowering women and girls.
In the not-so-long-ago old days, advancement often came through the "Old Boys Club" which shut women out of opportunities that would lead to promotions. Today, the Whisper Network refers you to internal and external opportunities that lead to advancement, and it is open to everyone- if you know how to build and use one. During this program, we will discuss the wonders of a Whisper Network, how they work, and how to develop and leverage one. We will focus on practical and actionable tips to move you forward- whether in your organization or outside.
Sheila Murphy CEO, President & General Counsel Focus Forward Consulting LLP
Sheila coaches her clients to make power moves that create forward momentum in their careers, compensation, and courage. As a certified coach, Sheila works with lawyers who want to be an unstoppable force in their careers. Prior to launching Focus Forward Consulting, Sheila was Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel at MetLife and also spent many years in private practice.
As a staunch advocate for propelling women forward into leadership positions Sheila volunteers her time as a member of the Board of Directors of National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL), serves on the advisory board of Transforming Women's Leadership in Law, and co-chairs the CARE's Women's Network of New York, which eradicates poverty by empowering women and girls.
During this interactive session, we will discuss the primary reactions to stress, the impact of stress on leadership, and the practical steps that you can take to lead effectively under stress. Participation and questions are welcome and encouraged.
Speakers:
Anjili Garg (bio) Career Coach
Patricia Trudeau Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Association of Corporate Counsel
During this interactive session, we will discuss the primary reactions to stress, the impact of stress on leadership, and the practical steps that you can take to lead effectively under stress. Participation and questions are welcome and encouraged.
Speakers:
Anjili Garg (bio) Career Coach
Patricia Trudeau Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Association of Corporate Counsel
