“Look at your life as a continuous learning experience. As you embrace new opportunities in your career and everyday life, you will expand your scope and abilities. Explore the unfamiliar and new in your work and in your life; incorporate the attributes you find that can enhance your skills and interactions; take risks – you will learn and advance when you do; keep growing – it keeps you active and alive.
-- Marilyn Tam
People possess a wide array of unique and beneficial characteristics that will naturally aid them in the business world as well as their personal life. Sure, formal education and professional training will only enhance those innate abilities but the good news is that each one of us already has all the tools we need to conquer our dreams. That means we don’t have any excuses to go for that big promotion, tackle that major project, or to switch careers entirely to focus on our goals. To truly be successful, we must silence our inner doubts, ignore outside criticisms, and fight for what we believe By assessing and utilizing her strengths and assets, Ms. Tam was able to accomplish the many goals she set for herself along the way, without getting bogged down with excuses. As Ms. Tam explains, “The time and place to begin working toward your goals is here and now.” Marilyn Tam will share tips to help you find your “leadership edge,” which will help you differentiate yourself in the corporate world. Ms. Tam will also explore the role a personal and professional mission plays in one’s career and discuss the importance of finding a company whose corporate mission closely aligns with your personal mission. Above all, Ms. Tam advocates always following your passion while remaining flexible to outside advice and recommendations. All too often, we bury our passions after being told that they’re not worthwhile. If you tap into your deepest passion, you will always find a way to make it happen. The best part is that you already have this inside of you – Ms. Tam believes it’s just a matter of unlocking your true passion.
During this program you will learn:
· The importance of staying true to your unique skills and expertise, even when others may doubt you and your talents.
· How to craft your personal mission and learn to identify companies and colleagues who align with that objective.
· The balance between fighting for what you believe in and being flexible when following your mission.
· The value of breaking outside of your comfort zone and gaining a global perspective on your organization and job function.
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Throughout her career, Ms. Tam has held executive roles at numerous world-class companies, including Aveda, Reebok, Nike, May Department Stores, Britannia Sportswear, and Miller’s Outpost. After a string of successful entrepreneurial endeavors, Ms. Tam is currently co-leading HealthWalk, a cutting edge healthcare services and products company. Ms. Tam is the author of How to Use What You’ve Got to Get What You Want, which has been highly revered by entry-level employees and executives alike. She is an advisor to the country of Bhutan, working with government officials to transition the country into the 21st Century while retaining its cultural and environmental heritage. Ms. Tam was recognized as one of the Top 30 Female Entrepreneurs in the USA by Fempreneur Magazine. She frequently consults and speaks globally with Fortune 500 companies, governments, and non-profit organizations on leadership, change management, diversity, as well as social and environmental issues.