Communications and Public Speaking: Master Connections, Master Your Career

Title of Speech:

Master Connections, Master Your Career

Speech Abstract:

For many professionals, career advancement stalls not because of a lack of skills or ambition, but due to a lack of meaningful connections that open doors and provide opportunities.

This talk is designed to address that pain point. The path to influence begins with something deceptively simple: a single conversation. Yet, within that one exchange lies the potential to transform your career and impact. In this engaging and thought-provoking session, Vidya Raman explores how authentic engagement and intentional listening can lay the foundation for building meaningful relationships that amplify your visibility and influence at work.

Learning Outcomes:

• Learn to observe, understand motivations, and identify subtle cues keenly.
• Put more energy, intention, and thought into connecting with others.
• Identify opportunities to promote your leadership competencies.

Speaker:  Vidya Raman

Speaker  Bio:

Vidya Raman leverages her 25+ years of Fortune 500 project leadership experience to help teams transform communication challenges into opportunities for influence. As the creator of the Leader Builder program, Vidya equips individuals and teams with tools to connect, communicate, and lead with impact. As an Influence Architect, she designs strategies to expand influence and achieve previously unattainable goals. Vidya’s book, Lucky You: An Insider’s Guide to Achieving Success and Finding Fulfillment in the Corporate World, explores the path to thriving professionally with curiosity, courage, and confidence, making her a sought-after voice on workplace influence and success.