Volume 4, Issue 9

January 2016 Newsletter

"Successful people are the ones who are breaking the rules." - Seth Godin

SHARE YOUR STORY:

Did you recently receive a promotion or take on a new stretch assignment? Or do you or someone you know has exciting news to share?

Submit any stories to EDI and you could be featured in an upcoming newsletter. 

IN THIS ISSUE:

ALUMNI ON THE MOVEalum
THEIR DISCOVERIES. THEIR STORY. THEIR ADVICE. 
Cesar Amaral
Hispanic Discovery,
Class of 2012
"After resigning from a tenured banking career, EDI alum, Cesar Amaral, decided to build his own music empire (Julio Cesar Y El Imperio) and follow his passion for music. Recently this month, he launched his health and nutrition program, MX180, designed to shift the obesity paradigm in the world. In an exclusive interview, Cesar shares his thoughts on his project and offers advice to people who are looking to follow their dreams."

Click to Watch.
MARCI'S COLUMNmarci
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FIRESIDE CHATS.
Above: EDI's Portland Alumni Reunion.

"I started my own company."

"I wrote a book."

"I joined a non-profit board."

"I got promoted."



APPLY TO 2016 PROGRAMSrecruitment
INVEST IN YOURSELF. APPLY TODAY.
Above: 2015 Discovery Class, Volume 12, celebrates their journey and achievements at graduation.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE!
We're only 75% to our goal and we need YOUR help!
EDI will be accepting applications until the end of February.
Contact us at edi@ediorg.org if interested!

This is your last opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience with EDI in 2016. 

In Leadership Discovery, participants discover their full potential by becoming more aware of their leadership styles and behaviors. They learn how to leverage their cultural values and take steps in achieving their leadership goals in the workplace.

In Leadership Navigation, participants learn to navigate through challenges and develop actions to become more effective, intentional leaders in their workplaces and the community. 

If you're ready to take your leadership to the next level, join EDI's 2016 programs and apply today!
We also have several scholarships available.


"The first step to getting anywhere is deciding you're not willing to stay where you are." - Unknown
SAVE-THE-DATE!save
CELEBRATE WITH EDI. MARK YOUR CALENDARS.
INCLUSION FUSION | PUGET SOUND GRAD | PORTLAND GRAD
COACHING CORNERcoach
WORK TOWARD A GOAL. ASK FOR ADVICE.
Let Colleen Yamaguchi and Vanna Novak be powerful resources who can help you get out of your own way, stand out, and take action to achieve the things that are truly important to you. Send any professional and leadership questions to   edi@ediorg.org and we will feature your questions in upcoming newsletters. Or post in our   LinkedIn Group to keep the conversation going.

C
olleen is a professional certified executive coach, facilitator and lawyer. She is the Program Director for EDI's Leadership Navigation Program and a '94 alum.


Vanna is a nationally recognized professional speaker, trainer and consultant with over 20 years of experience. She co-founded EDI in 1994, serves on the Board of Directors, and is a facilitator for EDI's programs.
NEW PROSPECTSjobs
LOVE WHAT YOU DO. DO WHAT YOU LOVE.

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