Building Thought and Cultural Leadership Through D&I Initiatives | Event Takeaways
1. Work on Passion Projects 💡
Joining D&I initiatives allows you to work towards social good backed by the large resources and opportunities of a corporate company.
Being able to work on something you are passionate about while having success providing for yourself is a WIN!
2. Build Your Network 🧩
D&I initiatives help you develop personal and professional relationships with colleagues across your firm.
Exposure to senior leadership within the context of D&I shows you are engaged with the firm and will provide opportunities for mentorship and relationships with senior leaders.
3. Practice Skills You Need for Future Roles 🔑
D&I initiatives can give you space to practice skills you want to improve on such as managing a team, presenting in front of a group, or asking for resources to fund projects you care about.
4. Find a Balance 🌿
Kill it at your job first. That will give you the credibility to take on more.
When getting involved in initiatives outside your direct responsibilities, choose something you are passionate about so it doesn’t feel like work.
“Live your life like a portfolio.” Some days you will over index on work and some days you will over index on personal priorities. Over time you will find the right balance.
