Perry Yeatman Podcast: Your Career • Your Terms

Darcy Keller is another great role model for us all, combining a successful global career with family and friends. It hasn’t always been easy, requiring late nights, tough choices, trans-Atlantic dating and multiple relocations, but when you ask her, she’ll confirm that she wouldn’t have traded it for anything. Smart, strategic and collaborative, Darcy is someone everyone wants on their team and someone who makes a difference by being there. So, it’s not surprising she’s been featured in PR Week’s Global Power Book (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018), The Holmes Report’s “Influence 100” list (2017) and was named one of FOLIO: magazine’s ‘Top Women in Media’ (2015). Today on Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points®, Darcy shares her experience and advice on taking risks to both go for growth and stand up for herself. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Darcy Keller is another great role model for us all, combining a successful global career with family and friends. It hasn’t always been easy, requiring late nights, tough choices, trans-Atlantic dating and multiple relocations, but when you ask her, she’ll confirm that she wouldn’t have traded it for anything. Smart, strategic and collaborative, Darcy is someone everyone wants on their team and someone who makes a difference by being there. So, it’s not surprising she’s been featured in PR Week’s Global Power Book (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018), The Holmes Report’s “Influence 100” list (2017) and was named one of FOLIO: magazine’s ‘Top Women in Media’ (2015). Today on Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points®, Darcy shares why we all need to give up “being perfect” and go for “being present” instead. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Jan Fields is an original and a role-model in so many ways. Smart. Direct. Practical. Passionate. She rose quickly through the ranks at McDonald’s - from manning the french fry station to being the first female President of McDonald’s USA. It’s no surprise that today Jan is a much sought after advisor and board member, serving on several corporate and nonprofit boards, including Buffalo Wild Wings, Chico’s, Monsanto, and Ronald McDonald House. Listen in to Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points® as Jan shares how she makes big decisions by evaluating the best that can happen and the worst that can happen. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Jan Fields is an original and a role-model in so many ways. Smart. Direct. Practical. Passionate. She rose quickly through the ranks at McDonald’s - from manning the french fry station to being the first female President of McDonald’s USA. It’s no surprise that today Jan is a much sought after advisor and board member, serving on several corporate and nonprofit boards, including Buffalo Wild Wings, Chico’s, Monsanto, and Ronald McDonald House. Today on Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points®, Jan shares her experience being a career-minded single mom; creating supportive relationships professionally and personally; and how to survive and thrive failure. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Celia Berk didn’t set out to be a corporate executive. In fact, she moved to New York City thinking “Broadway” more than “Boardroom.” But, she quickly learned that breaking into showbiz was really hard and she actually loved working in an office. Thus began her career as an “accidental HR executive.” Through her early jobs, Celia learned what she liked about work and what she was good at. Upon landing at Reuters in 1987, she climbed the ladder of HR-adjacent roles till she became the SVP of organizational development. Her rise didn’t follow a traditional career ladder but in retrospect, as every step involved HR and talent work. That’s why she pivoted to HR at Burson-Marsteller (BM) and then Young & Rubicam (Y&R). It was at this point that Celia also decided it was time to turn her “singing hobby” into a full-fledged part of her professional life. Although hesitant at first, Celia has learned how to balance these two very different parts of her life/career. Listen in to Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points® as Celia shares her best advice how and why women need to take smart risks. Celia explains that it’s important to not hold yourself to an unrealistic standard of perfection when taking risks. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Celia Berk didn’t set out to be a corporate executive. In fact, she moved to New York City thinking “Broadway” more than “Boardroom.” But, she quickly learned that breaking into showbiz was really hard and she actually loved working in an office. Thus began her career as an “accidental HR executive.” Through her early jobs, Celia learned what she liked about work and what she was good at. Upon landing at Reuters in 1987, she climbed the ladder of HR-adjacent roles till she became the SVP of organizational development. Her rise didn’t follow a traditional career ladder but in retrospect, as every step involved HR and talent work. That’s why she pivoted to HR at Burson-Marsteller (BM) and then Young & Rubicam (Y&R). It was at this point that Celia also decided it was time to turn her “singing hobby” into a full-fledged part of her professional life. Although hesitant at first, Celia has learned how to balance these two very different parts of her life/career. Listen in to Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points® as Celia explains the power of prioritizing. Celia says you can’t have everything at the same time. But you can keep some things on the back burner and reach back and bring them forward every now and then. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Celia Berk didn’t set out to be a corporate executive. In fact, she moved to New York City thinking “Broadway” more than “Boardroom.” But, she quickly learned that breaking into showbiz was really hard and she actually loved working in an office. Thus began her career as an “accidental HR executive.” Through her early jobs, Celia learned what she liked about work and what she was good at. Upon landing at Reuters in 1987, she climbed the ladder of HR-adjacent roles till she became the SVP of organizational development. Her rise didn’t follow a traditional career ladder but in retrospect, as every step involved HR and talent work. That’s why she pivoted to HR at Burson-Marsteller (BM) and then Young & Rubicam (Y&R). It was at this point that Celia also decided it was time to turn her “singing hobby” into a full-fledged part of her professional life. Although hesitant at first, Celia has learned how to balance these two very different parts of her life/career. Listen in to Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points® as Celia shares how she successfully balanced her dual careers; her best advice from decades of being an HR executive and developer of great talent; and how she got through the tough times. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

One could argue that Dawn Sweeney has devoted her life to food – from growing up on a farm in Maine to developing the “milk mustache” campaign to running one of the largest and most successful food associations in Washington as the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association. In doing so, Dawn has become widely regarded as one of the most powerful and respected women in DC. She is in every way a self-made success and it hasn’t always been easy. Dawn started off with just four suits in her suitcase, $300 in her pocket and a fire in her belly. Over the years, she has not only had to beat the odds at work, she has also had to overcome the tragedy of losing a child. But you’d never know it if you met her. She is warm and welcoming; smart and determined. A wonderful blend of caring and drive. Today on Your Career, Your Terms®: Pivot Points®, Dawn shares her best advice on giving up on perfect. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

One could argue that Dawn Sweeney has devoted her life to food – from growing up on a farm in Maine to developing the “milk mustache” campaign to running one of the largest and most successful food associations in Washington as the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association. In doing so, Dawn has become widely regarded as one of the most powerful and respected women in DC. She is in every way a self-made success and it hasn’t always been easy. Dawn started off with just four suits in her suitcase, $300 in her pocket and a fire in her belly. Over the years, she has not only had to beat the odds at work, she has also had to overcome the tragedy of losing a child. But you’d never know it if you met her. She is warm and welcoming; smart and determined. A wonderful blend of caring and drive. Today on Your Career, Your Terms: Pivot Points™, Dawn shares her best advice on finding inspiration at work. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

One could argue that Dawn Sweeney has devoted her life to food – from growing up on a farm in Maine to developing the “milk mustache” campaign to running one of the largest and most successful food associations in Washington as the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association. In doing so, Dawn has become widely regarded as one of the most powerful and respected women in DC. She is in every way a self-made success and it hasn’t always been easy. Dawn started off with just four suits in her suitcase, $300 in her pocket and a fire in her belly. Over the years, she has not only had to beat the odds at work, she has also had to overcome the tragedy of losing a child. But you’d never know it if you met her. She is warm and welcoming; smart and determined. A wonderful blend of caring and drive. Today on Your Career, Your Terms: Pivot Points™, Dawn shares her best advice on prioritizing. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

One could argue that Dawn Sweeney has devoted her life to food – from growing up on a farm in Maine to developing the “milk mustache” campaign to running one of the largest and most successful food associations in Washington as the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association. In doing so, Dawn has become widely regarded as one of the most powerful and respected women in DC. She is in every way a self-made success and it hasn’t always been easy. Dawn started off with just four suits in her suitcase, $300 in her pocket and a fire in her belly. Over the years, she has not only had to beat the odds at work, she has also had to overcome the tragedy of losing a child. But you’d never know it if you met her. She is warm and welcoming; smart and determined. A wonderful blend of caring and drive. Today on Your Career, Your Terms: Pivot Points™, Dawn shares her best advice on balancing the home and office, overcoming setbacks, learning from failures and landing a job you really want. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Dalila Wilson-Scott followed her passion and successfully navigated her way from supporting mergers and acquisitions at JP Morgan Chase to becoming a leading voice in corporate philanthropy. It doesn’t even take an hour with her to understand why she was named “one of the most influential blacks in corporate America” by Savoy Magazine. Of course she is smart, caring and committed. But she’s also authentic, courageous, supportive and an all-around awesome individual. It’s easy to see why people want to work with her and for her. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Cindi Bigelow was literally born into her role as the 3rd generation head of the family business.  But that in no way should suggest she didn’t fully earn her spot.  Since the age of 16, she’s been working hard to be ready to take her place at the helm. Hear how she has helped the company (and herself) thrive by: keeping the business in front of ego; learning to not be a control freak; defining what “having it all” means to her; and creating an environment people want to work in. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Carolyn Miles is a non-profit pioneer, combining her deep personal passion for children with business savvy and entrepreneurial chutzpa. On Your Career, Your Terms: Pivot Points™, Carolyn shares why she raised her hand for an overseas posting – without even knowing where she’d be moving, why she believes in trying lots of things and not just playing it safe, how she got the help she needed at home to manage a dual-career family, and how she knew the non-profit sector was right for her.  If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

She may have been described as an “accidental CEO” when she first took the top spot at Xerox back in 2001, but she quickly proved the skeptics wrong by successfully executing the multi-billion dollar turnaround that brought the company back from the brink of bankruptcy. By her own admission, her rise to the corner office was “pretty erratic” but, in retrospect, it’s clear to see that those years in sales, HR and operations, prepared her well. Not surprisingly, she is today a much sought after Board member, advisor and public speaker. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher.   And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Hear Maril’s best advice on: launching your career by taking the path less traveled; balancing a dual career family; successfully transitioning by running toward something (not just away from something); and how being a leader is about being a “host” not a “hero.” If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Pernille Spiers-Lopez shares her best career advice on: not being a “job snob”; failing your way to success; using external organizations to build your network; knowing when to leave and how to do it well and being patient and kind to yourself. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

“Don’t let the high heels fool you!” that’s how her male colleagues have come to regard Catherine – a smart, savvy, high integrity, high impact executive. Catherine built her career by boldly taking on the tough assignments no one else could or would and making a success of them. Doing so helped her not only get ahead but also made her a leading figure in her industry. It’s no wonder she’s been named to almost every list of top professionals in PR. Now on Pivot Points, Catherine shares her best tips for making the right choices; learning to advocate for yourself; building your network; and becoming a person everyone wants to work for. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Kim Nelson shares her best tips for getting noticed at work, balancing family and career, becoming your own best advocate and being at peace with the choices you make. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Irene Rosenfeld shares her best advice on: negotiating for what you really want, staying true to yourself while moving up the corporate ladder, dressing for success, and career paths of the future. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Hear Jane’s advice on: how to survive a love/hate relationship with your boss; why every working women needs a “wife” at home; how to transition successfully when you’ve essentially built your career in a single organization; and how to learn to rely on yourself and not be afraid of making mistakes. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Deanie Elsner shares her best career advice on: using sales as a career springboard; juggling work and family as a single mom; handling being the “token girl”; creating a playbook for successfully managing transitions; and using being fired to keep you inspired. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Despite being literally born into the business, Keech still had to work hard and sacrifice to get where she is today. Hear how this 39 yr old manages being a global CEO, a wife and a mother of two young children. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

By any measure, Mary Baglivo has had an impressive career in the advertising and marketing field.  She’s been a CEO, CMO, COO, and Board Chair - most more than once. For nearly a decade, she led Saatchi & Saatchi Americas, as CEO and later as Chairman and CEO. Then, three years ago, instead of just resting on her laurels, to the surprise of many, she raised her hand for a move from the Board of Directors to CMO at Northwestern University. And she’s never looked back!  Listen in to hear how she rose to the top and stayed there, while juggling family and a cross country commute. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Kathy Beiser shares her best career advice on: taking risks to land your first job; handling negative feedback; not stressing about work/life balance but creating meaningful touchpoints instead; and what to do when you find yourself in the wrong role. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Margery Kraus is someone you can’t help but respect and admire. Still going strong at 70+, she is a self-made woman in every sense of the word - though she is quick to point out she didn’t do it alone. She built her career and her firm by doing things that had never been done and working in markets women didn’t traditionally even visit. She has “been there” and “done that” like few others. Now on Your Career, Your Terms: Pivot Points™, she shares her best tips for making an offer no one can refuse; being a working mom; dealing with prejudice and using passion to fuel your success.  This is an interview you don’t want to miss. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Gina Boswell is such a “gem” it’s no surprise to me that she’s now leading “the jewel in Unilever’s crown” as the head of the UK & Ireland. The blending of a warm, grounded personality with a keen intellect and strong drive to achieve is just a wonderful and highly impactful combination. Despite sometimes losing the “dual career battle” with her husband, she has managed to go from strength to strength, leading countless beauty brands and businesses in the US and around the world - including senior roles at Estee Lauder, Avon, Alberto Culver and now Unilever. She is someone anyone would be lucky to have as a friend; proud to have as a partner; and grateful to have as a colleague. This is an interview you don’t want to miss. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Sally Blount shares her best career advice on: what to look for in your first job; how to negotiate for what you deserve; balancing work and family as a single mom; the importance of coaching when you’re transitioning; and the importance of finding meaning in your work. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher. And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com. For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Connie Lindsey shares her best career advice on: the importance of defining success for yourself, getting sales experience and running a P&L, owning your own power; knowing how to navigate transitions; and seeking self-mastery. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher.   And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Jeri Finard shares her best career advice on: creating your own “launch” opportunity; knowing when and why to say “no”; asking for help; and getting comfortable in a new role. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher.   And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Hear Laura’s best career advice on: raising your hand and negotiating for what you want; the pros and cons of going part-time; creating a meaningful second act and developing the key attributes of a great leader. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher.   And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Mary Chris Gay is one of those rare women who made it to the top in the world of finance – rising to become an SVP at Legg Mason where she managed a portfolio of more than $20 billion in assets.  Listen in to hear how she not only survived but thrived in this male dominated industry. If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher.   And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Christie Hefner didn’t grow up wanting to run Playboy. But by the time she stepped down in 2008, she’d become the longest serving female Chair and CEO of a US public company.  Listen in to hear: how she ended up running this ground-breaking enterprise; her views on the real meaning of work/life balance; her tips for deciding when to say “yes” and when to say “no” and how she’s helped other women advance.   If you liked what you heard, please subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or Stitcher.   And, share your suggestions with us on Twitter @yrcareeryrterms, Facebook @yourcareeryourterms, or by emailing perry@yourcareeryourterms.com.   For more information, visit yourcareeryourterms.com.

Charlene Wheeless is a fearless leader who has certainly “done it her way” – from Redskins cheerleader to Sr Exec in the male-dominated fields of construction, aerospace and defense.  Here she shares her best advice on: being your authentic self; being resilient; surviving the “mommy mafia”; and negotiating like a man.

As a c-suite executive and mother of two young special needs children, Stephanie has a lot on her plate. When you hear her story, you’ll know that while it may never be easy, it certainly is doable – and she wouldn’t have it any other way. Today on Your Career, Your Terms: PivotPointsTM, Stephanie shares her best advice on launching your career at a big brand, making use of a long commute, finding a champion and staying positive no matter what.   

Today Joan runs a multi-billion dollar division of TE Connectivity. But if you ask her, she’ll tell you that getting there was anything but straight forward. Nonetheless, by pursuing jobs that genuinely interested her (from education to healthcare to technology) and by taking big leaps when opportunities arose (from communications manager to White House appointee) she’s built a career and life that works for her. Today on Your Career, Your Terms: Pivot Points, Joan shares her best advice on: landing that first “stretch” job, thriving in a dual-career, multi-state marriage, and gaining the confidence to lead, even when you don’t have all the answers.  

Born in India, Sarita Nayyar found that not having a brother was the best thing that could have happened to her. The youngest of three girls, she was raised more like a son. That helped her forge a path that led her to study in the US and then land a coveted spot in brand management at Kraft Foods. After more than 20 years at Kraft, where she ended up running billion dollar+ businesses, she decided that rather than relocate her family, she would re-create her career and joined the World Economic Forum (perhaps more commonly known as the folks that put on the annual meeting of world leaders in Davos, Switzerland).  True to form, her hard work and keen intellect landed her the top spot at WEF US a few years later. Listen in to hear how she successfully transitioned from India to America, school to work, and corporate to non-profit, all while being a multi-cultural woman most often surrounded by Caucasian men.  

Martha Boudreau made it to the top echelon at global PR-firm FleishmanHillard. Then, at 50+ she pivoted from consulting to an in-house role running marketing and communications for one of America’s most prominent Associations – AARP.  Listen in to hear how she rose to the top and stayed there without losing her mind or her heart.   

Start 2017 off right with this compilation of nine of my favorite stories about how successful women launched their careers. It’s specifically designed for those looking to land that first professional job or still in the early stages of their career.      

Ilyce Glink shares her best career advice on: how getting fired can actually “launch” your career, how important it is to get comfortable with change; how to craft your image so that people will focus on your substance and the power of leverage at the executive level and how to get it.    

Perry Yeatman shares her best career advice on: how to make any first job a launching pad; how being a mom can make you a better CEO; how to negotiate for what you really want; and how to design the right “second act.”          

Rhonda Jordan shares her best career advice on: helping working moms put down the guilt; becoming your own best career advocate; speaking up to get what you want; and broadening your network  beyond your own organization.             

Betty Hudson shares her best career advice for: making the most of your first job, winning over your new colleagues when you change jobs or organizations and surviving scrutiny at the top.