We love celebrating our members, and today we’re highlighting Denise Mueller, who continues to inspire us all. After chairing the 13th Advancing Women’s Leadership in Pharma & Healthcare Conference with Dynamic Global Events (DGE), Denise shared powerful reflections on the importance of GRIT, vulnerability, and the strength of community in leadership. She reminded us that true leadership isn’t about avoiding fear but embracing it, learning, and growing together. Denise, your message of lifting up other women leaders and allies is exactly what the world needs more of. We are so proud to have you in the Pioneering Collective and can’t wait to see the continued impact you’ll have. #WomenInLeadership #Grit #AuthenticLeadership #KnowFear #PioneeringCollective
Did you know that research conducted by the University of Pennsylvania shows that GRIT is the #1 predictor of success. This requires us to show up in the presence of fear and face it head-on. Victory goes to those who are vulnerable, and the only way to be a trustworthy, authentic leader and role model is to accept and embrace your own vulnerability. It’s not “no” fear; it’s “know fear.” It has been a week since I chaired @Dynamic Global Events (DGE) 13th Advancing Women’s Leadership in Pharma & Healthcare Conference and I am still reeling from and reflecting on the inspiration and vulnerability shared among panelists and attendees. My daily mindset has been “changed” to remain open-minded on all fronts–personally and professionally–as I remember that no matter how good you may think you are, how inspiring others tell you who are, there is always room to learn from those around you, regardless of the number of years of experience you may have. This conference was about continuing to grow and foster a community of women leaders and our male allies, who showed up and provided support, ideas, and mentorship. As women in leadership, we have due diligence to build upon one another’s success and, in doing so, put an end to perpetually comparing ourselves with others so we can refocus our attention on high-profile opportunities that showcase our highest qualities. This conference put this principle into practice. I consider this to be one of the most transformational conferences I have attended, and I highly encourage my LinkedIn Community to attend an upcoming one. DGE hosts two sessions per year (1 on the East Coast and 1 on the West Coast). This is more than an investment in yourself; it is an investment in those around you. You will leave with the most wonderful community of talented and inspirational women and ally leaders who will do more than just show up for you in the future. They will show up for you right now. Thank you Pamela Politis, Nami Pandit, PharmD, R.Ph, Caitlin McConnico, MPHGeetanjali Abbi #WomeninLeadership #Leadership #Grit #AuthenticLeader #Vulnerability #KnowFear ##