with a coach recommended by a fellowMBA student. The coach advised me to complement my technical background with a move into management, given my years of technical leadership. An unexpected opportunity arose for a role in Sudbury, where I had previously worked. They needed someone with experience in tailings management who could quickly adapt. Although hesitant about returning to Sudbury, I went through two interviews and was invited for a third. This interview went well, and the hiring manager recommended me to the CEO, who was impressed and willing to facilitate my move from Calgary. I accepted the job! This role excited me as it aligned with both my technical and MBA skills and provided an opportunity to mentor women in the Oil & Gas and Metal Mining industries. I was tasked with building my own team, so I brought in two women from the Oil & Gas industry in Alberta. Less than a year into their roles, they had become high performers, and my boss often asked if I could poach more women. I jokingly replied, “No, this is my limit; I want to keep the friendships I’ve made in Alberta.” I currently lead a strong team at a very high level, and we are achieving great results. 27 The Birthday Journal
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