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AWIS Coaching Program

Category: Announcements • Positive Actions • Role Models
Posted on: April 8, 2008 3:12 PM, by Zuska

From my email inbox: information about AWIS coaching seminars. Two dates, four times, 45 minutes in length, details after the jump.

You know AWIS as a networking and mentoring resource - Now try us as you move to the next stage of your career. If your life could use a little boost, try our new Coaching Program.
Specially designed for women in STEM fields, our one-of-a-kind team of professional coaches has put together some great packages to meet your work-life needs.
I would like to invite you to join us for a "live" coaching demonstration with
our team of professional coaches. They'll be on hand to explain the
coaching process and answer your specific questions. For your convenience, we've scheduled four teleconferences around your busy day.

Just choose the one that best fits your personal schedule.

Thursday, April 10 - 8:00 AM EDT
(individual coaching focus, with Susan Morris as the "lead coach")

Thursday, April 10 - 11:00 AM EDT
(career transition coaching group focus, with Marlanda English as the "lead coach")

Tuesday, April 15 - 10:30 AM EDT
(leadership coaching group focus, with Judy Feld as the "lead coach")

Tuesday, April 15 - 7:00 PM EDT
(individual coaching focus, with Susan Morris as the "lead coach")

The call-in information is:

Conference Dial-in Number: (616) 597-8000
Participant Access Code: 1005436#

I'm really excited about this new program and hope you'll find 45 minutes in your hectic day to join us!

Best regards,
Janet Bandows Koster
Association for Women in Science