How to Get Out of Your Own Way: Optimism as a Career Strategy

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George E. Pake Auditorium 2008-02-21

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How to Get Out of Your Own Way: Optimism as a Career Strategy

Kimberly has gained international acclaim for her enthusiasm-infused leadership programs, her project management workshops, and her recently published book Scrappy Project Management (which she can sign for you

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    She facilitates seminars for executives on these topics all over the world, most recently in the US, Europe and Japan. A physicist and chemist by education, she has 10 years of experience with HP, 5 years with start-ups, and the past 7 years running her own consulting company. She'll tap into her 20 years of experience working in technical fields among scientists and engineers to help us gain new perspectives on professional development and career paths.

    'Perception is Reality', and we'll explore how to powerfully reframe situations and events in order to increase our professional and personal effectiveness. This highly interactive and engaging event incorporates techniques of improv, role-play, creativity, and breakthrough thinking that will enable you to set and achieve goals that initially seem highly unlikely or nearly impossible (her specialty

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