Socialize, eat great appetizers, grab a cocktail, and participate in our “speed networking” event. Come prepared with a problem you need solved, and get advice from 7 women in 10 minutes! Trouble with an employee? Looking for a special consultant? Trying to ask for a raise? Co-worker driving you crazy? Get new ideas quickly from your fellow women in healthcare management.

$10 fee for members ($20 for non members) covers cost of appetizers. A cash bar is also available. We look forward to seeing you!

Valerie spoke about what one must know in order to make a successful career leap. First, know thyself. Valerie stressed the importance of knowing one’s goals, understanding one’s strengths and weaknesses and remaining true to one’s values and vision. Second, successful “leapers” are willing to grow by constantly challenging their limits of knowledge and experiences. And third, successful people are willing to take the time to reflect and learn from their experiences. These are the keys she used to leap and start her own consulting business

Lynn spoke about how leaping should not be a solitary activity. She successfully changed career paths with help and support from someone in her existing WHCM network. Seeking advice from people knowledgeable about your field of interest helps to identify the best possible and interesting opportunities that you may not have initially considered.

Christine described how her career leaps were the result of always being open to new possibilities. She built her skills and interests in each position she held but also had the insight to explore promising new options as they presented themselves. She also spoke of the importance of seeking out and connecting with others who can offer advice, insight and support as well as finding ways to contribute to the success of others. Christine acknowledges that her success would not have been achieved without the support of her WCHM peers

The advice from these talented women can guide each of us as we step closer to our future career leap.

Because there is a limited capacity for this event, we recommend advanced registration. Past events have been well-attended and give members a valuable opportunity to meet and interact with each other.

This is a unique opportunity to hear Dr. Kolb, whose book The Shadow Negotiation, was named one of the best business books of 2000 by Harvard Business Review. Her new book “Her Place at the Table: A Women’s Guide to Negotiating the Five Challenges of Leadership Success” describes how successful women negotiate for what they need to be effective in leadership roles at all levels of an organization.

Event Feedback

These are some examples of attendees’ comments on this WHCM event:

“This was my first meeting and I could not have been happier with the quality of the program.”

“The speaker was fabulous and informative.”

“My first event – I was thrilled regarding how easy it was to meet other people.”

“Current up to the minute useful information that could be easily translated into the work environment today.”

“The speaker was obviously an expert, and she made the material very pertinent to her audience.”

“The topic was interesting and useful, and the speaker was perhaps the best I’ve heard at a WHCM event. Great program!”

Photographer Melissa Gallagher came and set up a professional photo shoot for women looking to have an updated head shot.

Lisa Toby, Director of Career Services, Simmons School of Management taught an outstanding workshop on “Job Search Strategies: Tools and Protocols” that pointed out the current ways that employers are looking at resumes.

Lisa came prepared with research she had done with many current health care providers, asking them about what they are seeking in applicants, and what kinds of resumes are getting more attention. She reminded everyone that resumes get a very quick look and it’s important to have your resume formatted in the best possible way.

The bottom line is that employers are seeking results-oriented descriptions and metrics on resumes, as opposed to highlighting soft skills.