Podcast Episode #112: "The Importance of Speaking Up and Being Your Own Advocate" - an Interview with Susan Poser
The Importance of Speaking Up and Being Your Own Advocate
In case you missed my LIVE interview with the amazing Susan Poser (Vice President of Culture and Engagement at Oracle), here are a few of the wisdom gems she shared:
- See setbacks as opportunities instead of something to get discouraged about.
- You need to be your best advocate.
- If you’re passionate about something, go for it, even if you don’t have the education or experience. You can learn!
- Look for jobs that bring you joy.
- Always be looking for opportunities to build your skill set.
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Download a transcript of Sheryl's interview with Susan Poser.
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3 Steps to Courageous Allyship
3 Steps to Courageous Allyship
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Often times growth, progress and change require risk.
When an Olympic hopeful in equestrian show-jumping decides to play all out, she may decide to cut inside a jump to shave off precious time from the clock rather than choose a safer route to allow more time to get her horse balanced and straight.
If she plays all out, she takes a big risk.
Her horse may not be as able to clear the fence therefore taking down a rail and incur 4 or more faults. This would likely knock her out of qualifying for the Olympic team.
Growing and progressing in her sport will require her to take these types of risks.
The reward? Clearing the jump and proving that her sex, age and experience are good enough to contribute to the Olympic team, therefore creating a ripple effect, inspiring other young riders to work hard and take strategic chances as well.
Being a courageous ally requires risk as well.
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