82: Networking, Financial Planning, and Saying NO with Tamara Sniffen

Episode notes

Episode Highlight: On this episode of the "Embracing Only" podcast, we delve into the power of networking, financial planning, and how to say no with Tamara Sniffen, an authentic, high-energy, and highly accomplished executive with a remarkable track record of resolving complex challenges to drive growth. Discover why being curious is so important and why feedback is a gift. Tamara’s personal brand is rooted in a unique blend of operation optimization, organizational governance, financial expertise, culture change, and strategic vision. She is the VP of Commercial Excellence at Stryker and as the president of Stryker’s Women's Network, she's championed company-wide policy changes and diversity training and cultivated an inclusive work environment. Key Discussion Points: 03:29 Career Advice for Middle Management: To move from middle management to a more executive role, focus on building your network. 05:20 How to Build Your Network: Acknowledge when people offer to help and mentor you and take advantage of those offers. 11:02 The Gift of Feedback: Many women have perfectionistic tendencies and may fear feedback but feedback is a gift that can help you grow.

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