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Interview With Dr. Savak Teymoorian
Dr. Savak (“Sev”) Teymoorian was interviewed by Bindu Manne, Board Member at OWL, in October 2018. Bindu: How did you hear about OWL and what inspired you to become a Champion Member? Sev: The first time I heard about OWL was a few years ago. Honestly, what initially drew my attention to it is… Read More
In Pursuit of an Encore Career
Shifting to a new career pathway can facilitate personal and professional growth. As my husband and I made the move from Minnesota to Arizona at the end of 2016, it became clear that it was time to consider making the transition to an encore career. Aside from my family, the business of ophthalmology has always… Read More
Michael Onuscheck: Why I Joined OWL
A little over three years ago, I entered the world of Ophthalmology. Coming from another surgical sub-specialty, I realized I had to rebuild my personal and professional network from the ground up, but had no idea where to start. I knew that I could rely on my Alcon colleagues to introduce me to key physicians… Read More
Nominations Now Open for 2018 OWL Awards
It’s time to honor your peers who are advancing diversity in leadership. OWL is pleased to accept nominations for the 2018 OWL Awards: Awards VISIONARY AWARD – Sponsored by Ziemer OWL’s Visionary Award honors an individual who has paved the way for diversity in their field through significant achievement. Nominees should have demonstrated leadership in… Read More
Tips for Tackling DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS By Marsha D. Link, PhD
Tips for Tackling DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS By Marsha D. Link, PhD Outstanding leaders exhibit a variety of characteristics and skills. Among these are the ability to create and implement a vision, inspire others, take calculated risks, behave ethically, think boldly, and so on. For many leaders, it is early in their careers when they are faced… Read More