Session 2A: Leadership Essentials: Communicating Value

Time and Date: 11:30 AM-12:30 PM on Saturday, May 23
Session Type: Workshop
Location: Blusson Hall, Room 10021

We all hope that if we work hard and do a good job, the rewards—recognition, bonuses, promotion--will follow. Unfortunately, recent studies show women are not achieving the same level of success as men in many fields, including technology, science, academia, and venture capital.

How can you ensure that your great work is recognized and valued—and “promote” yourself without feeling like you’re bragging? Learn the toIols you need to get the recognition you deserve, in ways that you can feel good about.

Facilitator: Linda Thompson
 

Linda Thompson: As an executive coach and leadership consultant, Linda Thompson draws on more than 20 years of experience as a corporate vice president and director of human resources responsible for multiple areas of talent management and leadership/organizational development. In her consulting practice, L2T Leadership Development, Linda gives her clients the feedback they need to increase their effectiveness, leverage their strengths, and build self-awareness in how their behavior impacts others. She excels at helping high-potential leaders create new possibilities to achieve breakthroughs—in their goals, relationships, and team dynamics.

Linda holds a Master's degree from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed the HR Executive Program at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business as well as the OD/HR Management program at Columbia University. Her article, “Coaching Quicksand: Avoiding Hidden Dangers that Trap the Best of Us,” was published in the International Journal of Coaching in Organizations.

In addition to her educational and business experience, Linda is a recipient of the YWCA Tribute to Women and Industry Award. She has been a mentor for the WOMEN Unlimited LEAD program since 1996, and a coach for the Global Women’s Leadership Network.