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Learn the 9 Leadership Power Tools to Advance your Career in this self-paced online course.

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“I was in a meeting with my editor and I said... ‘I’ve earned a seat at that table.’ ... I’ve never really said that to an editor before… He said, ‘Yeah, you’re right. From now on you’ll be at that meeting.’ And I’ve been at these meetings ever since.‘ … Where did I get the strength to say that?’ … Take The Lead.”

-Amy Zerba, Senior Editor, The New York Times

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“I used what I had and defined my terms this year [2 of the program's 9 Power Tools] and it landed me right where I want to be: championing women of color in and across journalism and media.”

-Christina Tapper, Deputy Editor, ZORA

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“I got my power back, I got my voice back, and an unapologetic fierceness.”

-Dena Trakes Patton

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“I took your workshop a year ago and articulated that my … goal was to become vice president of my firm. I used the power tool, Use what you’ve got, to differentiate myself and demonstrate my value to the company.... Today, I was informed I am being promoted to vice president.”

-Valerie Brown Allen, Senior VP, Alliance Bernstein

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"I have already provided accolades for this class to my leaders in my organization and will continue to recommend the class to women inside my company. You are a gift to women and their journey to be recognized (not minimized) and welcomed as peers and equals in leadership!"

- Heather Stickler, Program Director, Intel

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Many takeaways from this--but most important for me, has been to reflect on my own journey with leadership: the messages, the models, the experiences, and to be able to articulate for myself what my view and my experience has been with it. It's been a powerful journey of self-reflection.

Gavan Ambrosini MA, PCC Ambrosini Consulting Group

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“The 9 Leadership Power Tools course re-shaped my thinking on personal power and how to embrace it to create the vision I want for my life and career.”

Deniece Moxy Senior Manager, Product Marketing, AppZen

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Power Tool #2: Define Your Own Terms. was one of the most significant tools for me, because it had me do a 180 about what I bring to the world. Instead of trying to chisel myself to what I thought I should be to fit in, the tool allowed me to see that I can bring me to my work. From start to finish.

Niamh McQuillan, Coordinator of Leadership Development, Baltimore County Public Schools

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Held annually on Women’s Equality Day in August, Take The Lead's Power Up Concert and Conference is a dynamic event for leaders and professionals of all backgrounds to come together to create a fairer, more just world.

Learn from and be inspired by top-tier speakers, keep up-to-date on the newest DEI practices, and build meaningful connections with like-minded individuals. You will gain actionable insights on how to be an effective and impactful leader, and how to achieve your career and personal goals.

Power Up Concert & Conference 2024 was a great success, and plans are underway for Power Up 2025, check out highlights from the 2023 Concert and Conference that captures the spirit.

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Grab your earbuds and embrace your power with intention, confidence and joy with Take The Lead co-founder, Gloria Feldt.

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#1 - Know Your History $65

#2 - Define Your Own Terms $65

#3 - Use What You've Got $65

#4 - Embrace Controversy $65

#5 - Carpe The Chaos $65

#6 - Wear The Shirt $65

#7 - Create A Movement $65

#8 - Employ Every Medium $65

#9 - Tell Your Story $65

I presented each necklace to the team member who represented the power tool symbol and everyone was so touched – there may have been a few tears!
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Be Nothing Less Than

EXTRAORDINARY

**ENROLL NOW in the 9 Leadership Power Tools course**

Rave reviews for the 9 Leadership Power Tools

-Amy Zerba, Senior Editor, The New York Times

“I used what I had and defined my terms this year [2 of the program's 9 Power Tools] and it landed me right where I want to be: championing women of color in and across journalism and media.”

-Christina Tapper, Deputy Editor, ZORA

“I got my power back, I got my voice back, and an unapologetic fierceness.”

-Dena Trakes Patton

“I took your workshop a year ago and articulated that my … goal was to become vice president of my firm. I used the power tool, Use what you’ve got, to differentiate myself and demonstrate my value to the company.... Today, I was informed I am being promoted to vice president.”

-Valerie Brown Allen, Senior VP, Alliance Bernstein

"I have already provided accolades for this class to my leaders in my organization and will continue to recommend the class to women inside my company. You are a gift to women and their journey to be recognized (not minimized) and welcomed as peers and equals in leadership!"

- Heather Stickler, Program Director, Intel

Many takeaways from this--but most important for me, has been to reflect on my own journey with leadership: the messages, the models, the experiences, and to be able to articulate for myself what my view and my experience has been with it. It's been a powerful journey of self-reflection.

Gavan Ambrosini MA, PCC Ambrosini Consulting Group

“The 9 Leadership Power Tools course re-shaped my thinking on personal power and how to embrace it to create the vision I want for my life and career.”

Deniece Moxy Senior Manager, Product Marketing, AppZen

Power Tool #2: Define Your Own Terms. was one of the most significant tools for me, because it had me do a 180 about what I bring to the world. Instead of trying to chisel myself to what I thought I should be to fit in, the tool allowed me to see that I can bring me to my work. From start to finish.

Niamh McQuillan, Coordinator of Leadership Development, Baltimore County Public Schools

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Annual Power Up Concert & Conference

2024 Power Up Concert Highlights:

2023 Power Up Conference Highlights:

Power To You Podcast

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I presented each necklace to the team member who represented the power tool symbol and everyone was so touched – there may have been a few tears!

—Susan Gates, Cofounder and CMO, the WMarketplace

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