Dress for Success Michiana

Join us on Saturday, August 24th as we virtually power walk in solidarity with Dress for Success and women in need of socioeconomic change around the globe. Walk, run, bike, rollerblade, or even dance...the more creative, the better! Whether outdoors or from the safety of your own home, we promise a fun-filled day complete with exclusive virtual programming like stretching, yoga, meditation, and other surprises. As the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women, Dress for Success brings confidence and determination from the inside out. Register today at https://lnkd.in/gxM9kRmu #PowerWalkDFS

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion on the importance of style and self-expression, both at work and beyond. Actress Africa Miranda will moderate the conversation with fashion stylist Allison Bornstein and with Dress for Success Global Ambassador Starella (Star) Arbouin as they discuss how labels can limit women’s self-expression. Throughout the discussion, our panelists will offer practical tips and approaches for building your personal style. Learn about the significance of style and self-expression at work and everywhere else. This is a Dress for Success Worldwide Offering in partnership with TJ MAXX. These virtual sessions fill up fast and registration is required to reserve your space. Registration can be completed via the Online Community at: https://lnkd.in/giYMxAYd Or, via ZOOM: https://lnkd.in/gCrazsYV

In this session, Feminine Energy Coach Chika Uwazie will lead participants through a guided workshop with practical exercises designed to help women challenge singular labels and “Claim Their And.” She’ll share strategies to break free from the labels that hold you back and embrace your multidimensionality. Join us for an interactive workshop where you can reject “OR” embrace all the labels that define you. This workshop is presented in partnership with Dress for Success Worldwide and TJ Maxx’s The Maxx You Project. These workshops fill up fast and registration is required to reserve your space. Registration can be completed via the online community: https://lnkd.in/gXNDrJRQ Or, via ZOOM: https://lnkd.in/gS-3kX7b

Singular labels have been put on women for generations. In fact, 94% of women have had labels imposed on them by others, and only 16% feel the labels given to them by others align with how they would define their true selves. Cultural expert and New York Times-bestselling author Amanda Montell will discuss how language has evolved over time and how women can flip the script to celebrate their individuality. Following the conversation, participants will engage in small group discussions with Global Ambassadors Angela Fullmer and Juanita Sepulveda about how these limiting labels continue to affect women today and what they can do to reclaim their identity. Join us as we explore how to take back the labels used against us. This is a Dress for Success Worldwide Offering in partnership with TJ MAXX. These virtual workshops fill up fast, and registration is required to reserve your space. You can register through the Dress for Success Online Community at: https://lnkd.in/gyeavhsB Or, via ZOOM: https://lnkd.in/gjvqv2Fp

Navigating Organizational Culture and Mindset with Bill Coughlin, Tuesday, August 6th at 11:30 AM, Saint Joseph County Public Library (South Bend Main), Classroom E. Lunch will be provided. To reserve your seat, please complete the online registration form here: http://bit.ly/dfsmwkshp. In today’s dynamic business environment, corporate culture is pivotal in driving organizational success and employee satisfaction. This workshop, "Navigating Organizational Culture and Mindset," is designed to delve deep into the often unspoken yet critical aspects of corporate culture, the significance of cultural fit, and the transformative power of mindset. Key topics include: Understanding organizational culture, the unspoken culture, the importance of cultural fit, the mindset factor. Bill Coughlin is a member of the Executive Team at Lipper Industries in Elkhart, Indiana. Bill is responsible for leading Lippert’s Care Center Operations which focuses on developing team members and leaders who provide world class customer service to their internal and external customers around the globe. Bill spent his previous 10 years with the company as a Director of Culture and Leadership Development where he partnered with executives, business leaders, and front-line team members to give them the tools to grow their personal and professional development. Bill joined LCI with more than 30 years of Strategic, Operational, Management and Leadership experience with United Airlines and Mossberg & Company. Bill serves on the Board of A Rosie’s Place, a non-profit hospital for medically fragile children in South Bend, IN. He and his wife of 38 years, live in Northern Indiana and have five grown children and two grandchildren.

Each of us has a story to tell and how we choose to tell it matters, especially in the context of our careers. Join us and learn how to level up professionally by crafting an authentic professional story that your audience will remember. Whether you are employed and looking to level up at your current company, or in a job search actively exploring new opportunities, there will be valuable takeaways that you can apply right away to help you share your story and expand your network. The session will be led by Lisa Dubler, an experienced career coach who specializes in helping women of all career stages build the skills to thrive professionally. Join via our online community: https://lnkd.in/gPzj9m6U Or, via ZOOM: https://lnkd.in/gseupKEt

We’re partnering with Leanln.Org—the nonprofit organization founded by Sheryl Sandberg–to launch Lean In Circles, and you’re invited to join us! For many women, finding connection and support at work is a challenge. Since most senior leaders are men, women have less access to mentors, sponsors, and role models who can relate to their experiences. For women of color and women with other marginalized identities, it’s even harder to navigate challenges or chart a unique career path. That’s why we’re excited for Lean In Circles—a space where women can come together in small groups across roles and levels to give and get peer-to-peer mentorship, find support, and build new skills together. Join us to learn what Lean In Circles are all about and how being part of a circle can help you achieve your personal and professional goals. Join via our online community: https://lnkd.in/g2tsEF35

Your personal brand is your most valuable asset—it's the essence of who you are and what you stand for. Join us and discover how to craft a compelling narrative that elevates your professional presence and propels you toward success through an interactive workshop where you'll gain the insights, tools, and strategies you need to craft a compelling personal brand that resonates with your audience and opens doors to new opportunities. Unlock the power of social media platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram and more as strategic tools for building and amplifying your personal brand. Explore best practices for curating your online presence, telling your story authentically, showcasing your skills and accomplishments, and engaging with your audience effectively. This workshop will be led by Macy’s colleagues who are experts in personal branding and have successfully built their own unique brands. Drawing from their own experiences and insights, they will provide practical guidance, real-world examples, and actionable tips to help you unlock the full potential of your personal brand. This workshop is part of our 4-part series on kickstarting your career and owning your career path and style presented in partnership with Macy’s. For those that attend all 4 sessions, you will be eligible to receive a $500 Macy’s gift card.* Join via the online community: https://lnkd.in/gzcq3-Hj Or, via ZOOM: https://lnkd.in/gh-Hr82f *Participants who attend and successfully complete all four Macy’s series workshops will be entered into a drawing to be eligible to receive a $500 Macy’s gift card. Recipients will be randomly selected from participants who registered and attended all four multi-month 2024 workshops. Winners must be Dress for Success clients or program participants located in the US. Volunteers, board and staff members are not eligible.

Are you looking to advance your education? Are you pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree? Apply for the 2024 Maxx You Grant Scholarship today: https://lnkd.in/gDMbT4sw. In partnership with TJ Maxx’s The Maxx You Project, Dress for Success has established the Maxx You Grants, a scholarship program to empower women to be their full selves in their career and beyond. 

Each of us has a story to tell and how we choose to tell it matters, especially in the context of our careers. Join us and learn how to level up professionally by crafting an authentic professional story that your audience will remember. Whether you are employed and looking to level up at your current company, or in a job search actively exploring new opportunities, there will be valuable takeaways that you can apply right away to help you share your story and expand your network. The session will be led by Lisa Dubler, an experienced career coach who specializes in helping women of all career stages build the skills to thrive professionally. Join via the Dress for Success Online Community: https://lnkd.in/gPzj9m6U Or, via ZOOM: https://lnkd.in/gseupKEt