Executives are paid to think of the bottom line. While focusing on the company’s bottom line, they entrust their managers with the responsibility of keeping the business moving forward. In today’s working climate, it can be particularly difficult for women to navigate management waters, becoming less sure of how to support their diversely working teams while juggling resource cuts and the pressure to do more with less. The answer starts with human-centric teams and the way that focusing on the individuals of your team can have a direct impact on ROI. This talk will define five key skills and behaviors that can change the course of teams and keep talent inspired and productive.

For anyone who has dreamed of owning their own company, taking a giant leap, or wanting something more, you cannot escape the central moment of risk that allows you to know if your dream could become reality. Because of this, risk and resilience go hand-in-hand. There is no need to be resilient if there is no risk. From within corporate to your own business, the questions to answer are “How do I know if this is the right risk?”, “how do I know when to take the risk?” and “What will happen if I take this risk?” Through my own story of successes and failures, others can ask and answer these questions for themselves, building resilience as a practice for taking significant risks.

Traditional career paths suggest that proficiency in completing tasks naturally translates to effective management. However, the reality is often more complex. Many individuals are uncertain about their manager's responsibilities and need help gauging their effectiveness in this new role. During our session, we'll delve into the essential skills required for successful management (even before you get there), explore common pitfalls associated with relying solely on past achievements, and discuss strategies for thriving in one's current position.