--- title: WEST Wisdom | Advocate (3) description: Advocate | (3) --- [![Home](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/West%20August2017/Img/west%202016.jpg)](https://gwnew.memberclicks.net/home) # WEST Wisdom Blog ## [How to Use Simple Strategies for Professional Self-Promotion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/professional-self-promotion) Posted by [Diana K. Anderson](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/diana-k-anderson) on Jan 15, 2020 7:45:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/puzzle-peice-ryoji-iwata-5siQcvSxCP8-unsplash2000x1000-144.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/professional-self-promotion) ## **Even if you work for a non-profit, you are not their charitable act**  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/professional-self-promotion) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/professional-self-promotion#comments-listing) Topics: [Influence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/influence), [Tools](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/tools), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Leading Ourselves](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leading-ourselves), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Self-Awareness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-awareness), [Personal Branding](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/personal-branding), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [New Opportunities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/new-opportunities), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg), [Women in Business](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-business), [Organizational Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/organizational-culture), [Be Fearless, Be Brave](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/be-fearless-be-brave), [Competence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/competence) ## [How to make your big idea happen: Make it irresistible](https://info.westorg.org/blog/irresistible-ideas) Posted by [Diana K. Anderson](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/diana-k-anderson) on Oct 25, 2019 4:58:32 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/retro-lightbulbs-patrick-tomasso-1NTFSnV-KLs-unsplash-1080x540-72.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/irresistible-ideas) ## **Your Career = Your Business. Regardless of industry, at some point, moving forward will requiring marketing your business-of-one. ** In STEM fields, entrepreneurs don’t have a monopoly on ‘selling’ ideas. As the [CEO of your caree](https://info.westorg.org/blog/your-career-is-your-bz-be-boss)r, you are your [best advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/advocate-negotiate). In life and career, eventually we all find ourselves pitching a new concept. Maybe you need to explain your science to prospective investors. Or, you’re going for that grant. Or you want to present your paper at a conference.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/irresistible-ideas) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/irresistible-ideas#comments-listing) Topics: [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Tools](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/tools), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Marketing](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/marketing), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Women in Business](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-business), [Be Fearless, Be Brave](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/be-fearless-be-brave) ## [Lessons Learned from April-June 2019 WEST Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/past-events-2019-q2) Posted by [Jaime Luna](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/jaime-luna) on Jun 28, 2019 8:34:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2019-06-20%20PhotoGrid.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/past-events-2019-q2) Learn more about past events listed below 5/15: Finding your Voice Among all the Chatter 6/12: How to Inspire, Advocate and Grow During Change 6/20: Building Your Company Culture and Developing Your People [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/past-events-2019-q2) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/past-events-2019-q2#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Best Practices](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/best-practices), [STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Boston](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/boston), [Tech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/tech), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Panel](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/panel), [Cambridge](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/cambridge), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Workshop](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/workshop), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Innovation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/innovation), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Discussion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/discussion), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [Lessons Learned](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/lessons-learned), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Management](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/management), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Own It](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/own-it), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [Diversity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/diversity), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Change Management](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change-management), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg), [Organizational Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/organizational-culture), [Corporate Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/corporate-culture) ## [Own it! How to speak your voice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/speak-your-voice) Posted by [Diana Anderson](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/diana-anderson) on May 6, 2019 8:08:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2019-05-15%20Blog%20Pic.jpeg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/speak-your-voice) ## Rewire your mind by reprogramming your body ## **Neuroscience has proven that learning is not just a mental process. We use our whole body to learn.** **Our cerebral activities have physiological counterpoints.** Our posture, energy and stamina reflect our mental states. It’s no coincidence that the nervous system, manager of our unconscious bodily functions like breath and digestion, offers the greatest insight on our conscious thoughts and mental status.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/speak-your-voice) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/speak-your-voice#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Cambridge](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/cambridge), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Workshop](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/workshop), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Own It](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/own-it), [Learn](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/learn), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Voice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/voice) ## [Compensation is more than cash](https://info.westorg.org/blog/compensation) Posted by [Diana Anderson](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/diana-anderson) on Apr 17, 2019 12:16:43 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2019-04-24%20Blog%20Pic.jpeg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/compensation) A well-managed equity portfolio can use your equity compensation to  *transform your income into self-sustaining wealth*. Compensation is changing and it’s about far more than just cash. Learn 3 things you need to know now to move beyond income to wealth. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/compensation) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/compensation#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Cambridge](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/cambridge), [negotiation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/negotiation), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Workshop](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/workshop), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Management](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/management), [Compensation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/compensation), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Own It](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/own-it), [Learn](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/learn), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Equity Management](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/equity-management), [Intellectual Property (IP)](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/intellectual-property-ip) ## [Managing Up: Balance being a solid contributor and team player with self-advocacy and personal advancement](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up) Posted by [Jaime Luna](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/jaime-luna) on Apr 4, 2019 8:37:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2019-04-10%20Blog%20Pic.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up) Managing up is not about manipulation or capitulation. Rather it’s learning to influence with respect, and broaden your horizons to speculate about the pressures and demands which may be outside of your view. It’s about influencing diplomatically yet authentically. Being intentional about challenging a plan. How can you get what you need at the same time you’re focusing on what your manager needs? How can you effectively negotiate the relationship that has the most impact on your career, and still be yourself? How can you have power   *with*  your manager, being cooperative and expressive? [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Cambridge](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/cambridge), [Success](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/success), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [negotiation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/negotiation), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Workshop](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/workshop), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Professional](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/professional), [Relationships](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/relationships), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Influence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/influence), [Management](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/management), [Leading Ourselves](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leading-ourselves), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Self-Awareness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-awareness), [Support](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/support), [Conflict Resolution](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/conflict-resolution), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Influence Without Authority](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/influence-without-authority), [Own It](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/own-it), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Learn](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/learn), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate) ## [Post-Event Blog: Negotiating Pay Equity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity-2019) Posted by [Veronica Huang](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/veronica-huang) on Apr 1, 2019 2:38:51 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/IMG_20190313_184007.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity-2019) Pay equity expert Katie Donovan gave a mind-blowing seminar on equal pay negotiations for WEST community on March 13th. Katie provided a few paradigm-shifting ideas which will change the way we communicate about salary negotiation. We, as women often don’t realize that we are being underpaid. And we tend to think that pay is not negotiable and that organizations will pay us fairly. However, the statistics from US Bureau of Labor clearly demonstrate the issue of unequal pay between men and women [Chart 3 below]. Since 2004, the women’s-to-men’s earnings ratio has remained in the 80 to 83 percent range [[data](https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2016/womens-earnings-83-percent-of-mens-but-vary-by-occupation.htm)]. That’s the awakening mindset Katie challenged every woman to bear in mind. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity-2019) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity-2019#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [Job](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/job), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Professional](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/professional), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Discussion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/discussion), [Equal Pay](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/equal-pay), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Gender Pay Gap](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-pay-gap), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Own It](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/own-it), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate) ## [Negotiating pay equity: Tactics and strategies for both sides](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity) Posted by [Diana Anderson](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/diana-anderson) on Mar 11, 2019 4:51:44 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2019-03-13%20blog%20pic.jpeg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity) **Join Katie Donovan to learn pragmatic approaches to achieving pay equity, from both sides of the compensation negotiation process.**  On July 1, 2018, the Act to Establish Pay Equity, amending G.L. c.149, §105A (MA Pay Equity Law) went into effect in Massachusetts. **For women and other systematically underpaid groups, the MA Pay Equity Law is the biggest thing since the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act sliced some equality bread back in 2009. ** The MA Pay Equity Law forbids employers from asking about salary history. **The law enables women and other minorities to escape the cycle of underpayment resulting from systemic and unconscious bias.** The law also means that the lower salary you accepted for that dream job at a startup that didn't make it can't be used to lowball you down road.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/pay-equity#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [Job](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/job), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Professional](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/professional), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Discussion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/discussion), [Equal Pay](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/equal-pay), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Gender Pay Gap](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-pay-gap), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Own It](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/own-it), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate) ## [2019 #WESTawards: Own It #WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2019-west-awards) Posted by [Diana Anderson](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/diana-anderson) on Jan 14, 2019 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/WEST-Giving%20Back%20Award%202017-186_web.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2019-west-awards) **Join WESTorg at Takeda on Wednesday, January 23, 2019, for the #WESTawards to honor individuals in the Boston science and technology community that embody WEST’s 2018-2019 theme, ‘Own It: Empowering Your Career & Your Life’.**  WEST is a learning community that provides women in the enterprise of science and technology with the inspiration, knowledge and connections to reach their full potential. Please join #WESTorg and our sponsors, Takeda, Johnson & Johnson and Safety Partners at Takeda’s Cambridge offices for the 2019 #WESTawards and Networking Night to honor individuals in Boston’s STEM community who embody WEST’s mission and our ‘Own It’ theme in their service of inclusivity and empowerment in STEM and STEM initiatives that benefit the community at large. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2019-west-awards) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2019-west-awards#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Awards](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/awards), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Giving Back](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/giving-back), [Interview](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interview), [Cambridge](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/cambridge), [Success](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/success), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [Inspire](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspire), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Professional](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/professional), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Rockstars](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/rockstars), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Making a Difference](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/making-a-difference), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Role Models](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/role-models), [Volunteer](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/volunteer), [Compensation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/compensation), [Strengths](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strengths), [Support](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/support), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Own It](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/own-it), [Sponsor](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/sponsor), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate) ## [Negotiating-while-Womaning: How to Own It and Smash Social Stigmas](https://info.westorg.org/blog/advocate4yourself) Posted by [Diana Anderson](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/diana-anderson) on Jan 7, 2019 12:09:53 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Image%20Handshake.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/advocate4yourself) It was an early October WEST event. Dr. Amy Rebecca Gay had just started her presentation on self-advocacy and negotiating-while-womaning. I wasn’t expecting the rip tide surge of emotion. It barely touched the surface, but it took the room underwater with a collective two-beat sigh, an almost visible miasma of bang-your-head-against-the-wall frustration. Dr. Gay had just explained Dr. Hannah Riley Bowles’ observation that [women pay a ‘social cost’ for effectively negotiating for themselves](https://hbr.org/2014/06/why-women-dont-negotiate-their-job-offers) even when the same exact behaviors and outcomes earn men respect and a social capital bonus. Insert two-beat sigh here.* Innnnn, and oooooout. *  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/advocate4yourself) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/advocate4yourself#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Interview](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interview), [negotiation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/negotiation), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Gender Pay Gap](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-pay-gap), [Compensation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/compensation), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate) [Previous](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate/page/2) [All posts](https://info.westorg.org/blog/all) [Next](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate/page/4) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - 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