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Planning Committee members like Annalisa are working behind the scenes to ensure the University of Utah's chapter of UWHEN helps more women find success in their careers in higher education.

The University of Utah's UWHEN chapter members are a diverse group of women committed to helping peers connect with resources to support their professional development. Get to know us through this series of blog posts!

HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED IMPOSTER SYNDROME? I spoke to a friend yesterday (one of my many peer mentors), and as I was hemming and hawing about the pros and cons of pursuing some opportunity, he stopped me and exclaimed "What is up with you and the imposter syndrome?! You're awesome and a great leader and you can do anything! I don't get it."

Have you wanted to level up in your career at the U but your day-to-day work is taking all your time and energy?

I honestly can’t remember where I first heard this tip, but one of the best and simplest things I’ve ever done at work –to keep morale up, to ensure I maintain awareness of my strengths, and to prepare for development conversations with my supervisor–is to create a “Happy” folder in Outlook.