For this salon event, we’ll be discussing the July 24, 2023, article by Amy Blaschka, in Forbes, titled “The 3 Best Things To Do When Life Throws You A Career Curveball.”
Life happens, despite our plans. Whether an unplanned professional challenge - like a company restructuring or a missed promotion, or something unexpected in your personal life - like an illness or death of someone close to you, we all contend with life events that knock us off course. In this salon discussion, we’ll discuss strategies from the article, as well as share our own personal strategies for dealing with the unexpected.
In 18th century France, salons were gatherings, usually hosted by women, where people came together to discuss literature, politics, philosophy, or current events.
In AWWEE's salon events, we come together via Zoom to discuss a topic. There will be no formal agenda or presentation during our gatherings. The event is an opportunity to share our experiences and reactions, hear each other's perspectives, and discuss ideas, so we leave the event with a deeper understanding than we started with.
All participants must follow the AWWEE Salon Community Agreements:
Be respectful.
Assume positive intent.
Engage in dialogue, not debate.
Pause for self-reflection and to analyze your assumptions, behaviors, and experiences.
Be open, transparent, and willing to make mistakes.
Embrace the power of listening.
Be present.
Contribute to a trusting and safe space.
Allow others to share.
Registration
Registration is free and open to active AWWEE members plus one guest. Guest name and email required at registration.