Forum of Executive Women

A Message from the President

As we continue through 2010, it is common to hear conversations speaking about a thread of constant review.  Such review can help focus on where we have been, where we are going, allowing for any adjustment of direction if needed- with success as the ultimate goal. We review business plans, organization objectives, personal initiatives, outcomes, and performance- just a small list of the many opportunities for review.

In July, the FEW Board held its annual retreat for the very purpose of review. I believe so much was accomplished in just an afternoon! Your FEW Board, comprised of many very talented and inspiring women worked hard. It reviewed strategies, recognized accomplishments, and identified future initiatives that will help make our organization even better. One of the more important items discussed included networking. You asked, and we heard- the August program has been changed to focus on networking, which often is defined as ‘the act of meeting new people in a business or social context’.

Join us for our August 11^th FEW Meeting when Diane Amundson, a professional speaker with an informative and highly interactive style presents “Creating Connections that Count: Tools & Tips for Effective Networking”. Bring business cards, invite guests and learn to use tools that will help enhance your networking skills.

A famous quote by Tony Robbins provides some insight to benefits of networking.

It's never the environment; it's never the events of our lives,

but the meaning we attach to the events - how we interpret them -

that shapes who we are today and who we'll become tomorrow.

Best wishes for a prosperous August, continued growth and many networking opportunities!

Proud to be your FEW President,

Jill Magelssen