Session 8: Creating a Personal Mission

Speaker:

  • Brandon Bell, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Syngenta North America

An interactive workshop to develop a personal vision to guide your career path. Create a mission statement to help brand yourself and replace your “elevator pitch” with something more intentional and descriptive.

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Recorded February 21, 2024

Session 7: Combatting Imposter Syndrome

Speakers

  • Makayla Brister, Federal Relations Manager, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and 2024 SWCS Emerging Leader
  • Dr. Thomas Easley, Assistant Dean of Community and Inclusion, School of Forestry and Environmental Studies at Yale University
  • Dr. Katherine Dentzman, Assistant Professor in Rural Sociology and Rural Public Policy, Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Iowa State University
  • Dr. Carlos Ortiz, National Program Leader, USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture

This panel discusses their experiences with imposter syndrome and strategies for combatting it. Learn practical tips for building confidence at work, taking up the appropriate space, and developing your assertiveness.

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Recorded January 24, 2024

Session 6: Effective Public Speaking

Speaker:

  • Dr. Benjamin N. Tuggle – President, Impulse ABT, LLC

Tips for developing your public speaking and professional persona.

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Recorded November 29, 2023

Session 5: Time Management

Speakers:

  • Elizabeth Galbreath, Senior Specialist of Future Talent Programs, Merck Animal Health
  • Ashley Collins, Chief Executive Officer, North Carolina Peanut Growers Association

Explore approaches to prioritize your workload. Learn to focus on your desired impact, identify necessary skills and experiences, and use a personal compass to frame decisions. Gain practical tips on planning breaks, delegating tasks, and investing in impactful areas to make a real difference.

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Recorded September 20, 2023

Session 4: Branding U

Speaker:

  • Ms. Yai Vargas - Career and Diversity Consultant and Founder, Yai Diversity Consulting and The Latinista

Be memorable and find your personal brand. In this webinar, the speaker shares what it means to have a personal brand and how to successfully create one. She does a deep dive on Linked In and provides tips and tricks to create an effective profile that will get you noticed by potential employers.

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Recorded February 23, 2023

Session 3: Thriving at Work and School

Speaker:

  • Dr. Fátima Sancheznieto - Assistant Researcher, UW - Madison Institute for Clinical and Translational Research

Learn how to maximize your mentoring relationships. In this webinar, the speaker talks about her personal journey seeking out mentorship. She describes the roles and responsibilities of a mentor and mentee and provides tips and tricks on optimizing your mentorship relationship. 

Supplementary materials:

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Recorded January 26, 2023

Session 2: Financial Literacy

Speaker: 

  • Ms. Penny Gomez - Financial Planner, Business Owner, Recruiter and Presenter, Primerica

Be smart with your money – learn about personal financial management, debt, budgeting, and more! In this webinar, the speaker walks us through the necessary steps to ensure long-term financial stability. She also provides some tips and tricks to start investing. 

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Recorded October 20, 2022

Session 1: Find the Career for You

Speakers:

  • Ms. Beatrice Faulkner - Professional Life and Career Coach, Creative Solutions Hub LLC
  • Dr. LaKisha Odom - Scientific Program Director, Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research

The search can be tough – discover how to find a career that's the best fit for you! In this webinar, the speakers discuss how to start your job search. They emphasize the importance of finding the "secret sauce" that makes you a unique asset to an employer and confidently presenting in interviews. They also share some wisdom on what to do when it comes time to make a pivot in your career.

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Recorded September 22, 2022

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