Featuring Appearances by
Michelle Bond
Michelle is a Scheduling and Layout Specialist at USA TODAY. She lives in the Washington D.C. area with her family.
Cynthia Salinas
Cynthia Salinas is an Executive Producer and Storytelling Coach at the Asbury Park Press.
Yvonne Watson
Yvonne Watson is the Campaign Manager National Sales and Women Forward ERG Chair at Gannett. She lives in Virginia with her husband and family.
Andrea T. Shandell
Andrea T. Shandell is Associate General Counsel and Chief Ethics and Privacy Officer at Gannett Co., Inc.
Rebecca Renner
Rebecca Renner is a Senior Copywriter for USA TODAY. She also hosts the Summer Reading podcast.
Agenda
January 19, 2018
I Believe In Me
Michelle shares how the words we use can inspire and uplift others, and how she persevered when one time a boss's words had the exact opposite effect.
January 19, 2018
Twice To Win It
Cynthia tells of a time she competed in a prestigious impromptu speaking competition.
January 19, 2018
Dreams Come True Eventually
Yvonne shares how her upbringing encouraged her to work hard for her dreams, and how those dreams are now closer than ever.
January 19, 2018
Life Just Happens, Just Step Forward
Andrea shares how life happened to her, through motherhood, career opportunities and mentoring.
July 2, 2018
Everybody Has A Big Idea
Rebecca shares how one simple phrase helped her achieve career success without the aid of a college degree.