Two career veterans, Ulla de Stricker and Jill Hurst-Wahl, reflect on their careers and provide lessons learned over the past 25+ years. Ulla took advantage of opportunities that aligned with her interests and strengths, volunteering her time and expertise to professional organizations. She advises figuring out what makes you happy and proud in your work. Jill acknowledges making both good and bad career decisions without a clear plan, and stresses the importance of setting both short and long-term goals along with continual self-improvement. Both emphasize the value of ongoing learning, relationship building, and giving back to your profession through activities like writing, speaking and committee work.

1. Where Will You Be in 25 Years? Is that Where You Want to Be? September 24, 2008 Ulla de Stricker www.destricker.com Jill Hurst-Wahl www.HurstAssociates.com

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