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, D…

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, D…

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 …

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 …

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 l…

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 l…

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 l…

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 m…

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 m…

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 m…

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 m…

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 sh…

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;…

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 playin…

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, i…

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 Stitc…

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…

“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 fi…

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 @yourcareeryourter…

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 @yrcareeryrterm…

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, ra…

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 Stitche…

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 …

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, sh…

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, sha…

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 “be…

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 hu…

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…

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…

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 @yourcaree…

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 …

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…

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 wh…

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 …

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 …

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…

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.