Don't wait to be rescued.
Jenn Fenwick
Exec Coach - Sounding Board - Strategist | Partnering with global brands & senior leaders to maximise impact during transition & change, driving leadership evolution & developing worldclass role-models.
Know what you want, and just go for it.
My mum framed this note written by me to a "prince" in the 80's.
I remember clearly questioning just why snow white and the princesses had to wait for the prince to invite them, or rescue them.
My mum 100% agreed with Lilly, never wait to be rescued.
The note sits in my office, and I take it as a reminder that "Lilly" (my mischievous childhood alter-ego) was independent and headstrong, and once she knew what she wanted she would just bloody go for it!
Thankfully since then my handwriting, and spelling has improved...and I haven't gatecrashed any more royal balls ;-)
It got me thinking about #IWD2019 , and how I feel extremely fortunate.
Fortunate for all those who have paved the way before me.
Fortunate for the change in conversation.
Fortunate for the role models who have inspired me, challenged me ... and believed in me.
Today, I would like to thank 2 women in particular:
Mama Fen and Rachel Page.
Both these women have made such an incredible impact on me, my life and my career.
They empowered me to live and breath my values:
* Courage
* Curiosity
* Adventure
* Ambition
* Rebellion
* Fun
* Creativity
Values that have served me right all these years.
I'll be honest, there are times I do feel a pang of guilt that I have never felt held back because I am a woman.
I know there is a long way to go globally, and with the wider "diversity & inclusion" conversation.
However, acknowledging I have been privileged means it is is something I take seriously.
It is my responsibility to pass it on, and continue to pave the way.
At every stage of my career I have tried to give back to those around me, and I will continue to do so.
- I want to inspire the next generation to go after the things they want across work and life
- I want to empower them with the tools and knowledge to make it happen
I challenge you to do the same with those around you.
And if you are reading this post facing a major challenge, or feeling held back from doing the things you dream of. Don't wait to be rescued.
Ask yourself: What would Lilly do? *
Happy #IWD2019 everyone - thank you for reading.
Jenn (aka Lilly)
* Breaking and entering castles is the exception. DON'T DO IT... ;-)
Business, healthcare, pharmaceutical management with global M&A integration experience
6 年Dream, imagine and make it happen! You are the creator of your own destiny! Pass it on!
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6 年I’ve just read this!! Super cute, love it ??
Chief Commercial Officer @ Veristat | Member of ARM Executive Women's Forum| Board Member
6 年I've decided this will be my new mantra and it should be a hashtag!??#whatwouldlillydo? !!! Thank you Jenn, you are both inspirational and awe inspiring to me (with many more fabulous qualities thrown in!) . You are my Queen of Inquisitiveness and are always there with a supportive smile and words of wisdom... constantly reminding me to enjoy the fun and lighter side of life (you'll be impressed that I've booked golf lessons .....easing myself in to exercise ha!) You are an all round beautiful person. I am honoured (and very, very lucky!)? to call you my friend and have you in my life. Never stop being amazing! #iwd2019 Rachel x
AWS-Certified Manager @ Eviden | Employee Experience,Process Improvement
6 年I think we should start the hashtag #whatwouldlilydo??
Exec Coach - Sounding Board - Strategist | Partnering with global brands & senior leaders to maximise impact during transition & change, driving leadership evolution & developing worldclass role-models.
6 年Thank you Rachel Page?for being so damn awesome.? Happy #iwd2019?!