Lauren Parker
Department of Defense
"Make a conscious effort not to internalize negativity. These things only seek to distract you from your purpose."
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Lauren's work combines: Writing, Education, and Helping People
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Political Science and Government, General
Virginia Commonwealth University
Graduate Degree
Public Administration
Old Dominion University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Executive Development Program Manager :
Bachelor's Degree: Political Science and Government, General
Graduate Degree: Public Administration
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
Losing my father at a young age and being raised in a single parent household
2.
Developing a relationship with God and joining ministries at church
3.
Joining my sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
4.
Taking on positions that stretch me and cause me to jump outside of my comfort zone
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
Sometimes leaders are not good at leveraging employees' strengths and building off of their weaknesses and that can be discouraging. Sometimes, we can be hard on ourselves as well.
How I responded:
It's just that...noise! Make a conscious effort not to internalize negativity. These things only seek to distract you from your purpose.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I just try not compare myself to others. I try to look at the blessings that God has given me. What God has for me is for me. I just try to walk in His confidence. I also realize that others struggle. Nothing is handed, so I just have to work hard.