u OUR MISSION:At the Career Mastered Woman-to-Woman Business Collaborative “Brunch with the Masters," women gathered to hear sage advice from members of the Class of 2016 Career Mastered Women’s History Month Leadership Awards and 2017 Nominees, Network with business women, participate in table talk discussions about women’s challenges and victories, experience real talk, real career fashion and real fun.

“It’s a powerful time to be a woman,” says Dr. Lisa Wicker, Visionary of Career Mastered and President & CEO Linwick & Associates. "Our mission is to provide a platform for women to support women while enhancing the opportunities for future generations globally."

Presented here are 10 key takeaways that surfaced during the Brunch with the Masters Career Talk Panel “Mastering Your Career.”

TAKEAWAY #1

“Never compromise yourself in the power of the position you’re in.”

- Jacqie McWilliams, CIAA Commissioner

She looked back on her life and realized that everything happened only made her stronger…

- QUOTEDIARY.ME

“This is the same thing I tell my daughter when others try to tell her what she should or shouldn’t do or can/can’t do: Nobody sets you . . . You set your own rules for you. Tell them to kick rocks in flip flop!”

- Dr. Tiffani Jones, OBGYN Novant Health

TAKEAWAY #2

“When deciding whether or not to accept a job: do your homework. Select an organization that has a culture which works best for you and your values. Don’t just hope you land a job – you’ll be spending a lot of time there.”

- Regina Wharton, Senior VP HR Fifth Third Bank

TAKEAWAY #3

“Empowerment comes from within . . . Don’t let others decide for you. Create a tribe around you that supports you and that you will support also. Set your own standards. Don’t be afraid to fall – it is simply redirection.”

- Fabi Preslar, President SPARK Publications

TAKEAWAY #4

“None of us achieves on our own. Give, serve and create opportunities for others.”

- Sharon E. Reed, Global Girls Project

TAKEAWAY #5

What you get by achieving your goals isn’t as important as what YOU BECOME by achieving your goals.

- Henry David Thoreau

“My chosen field required many sacrifices for my success: family, time, working on holidays, etc. I focus on building relationships with my team, which helps to create an environment where people will do extra without my asking.”

- Diana Canty, Vice President/Store Manager Macy’s Inc., Charlotte, NC

TAKEAWAY #6

“It’s a powerful time to be a woman. Women who share their wealth will grow must faster than those who are selfish.”

- Dr. Lisa Wicker, Visionary, Career Mastered and President/CEO, Linwick & Associates, LLC

TAKEAWAY #7

“You better know it. It’s about all of us winning together.”

- Cortney Hicks, Radio Personality, Music Director, V101.9FM, Fox 46

TAKEAWAY #8

“A woman who supports another woman is authentic, secure and confident.”

- State Senator, Joyce Waddell, North Carolina

TAKEAWAY #9

“Once you know your ‘Why,’ the journey becomes easier.”

- Dr. Lisa Wicker, Visionary, Career Mastered and President/CEO, Linwick & Associates, LLC

TAKEAWAY #10

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