Episode 169: Empowered Paths: Myrrhanda Novak on Career Advancement and Work-Life Balance

Author: WOMENdontDOthat
Published: Tue 01 Oct 2024
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On this episode, we hear about:

• Myrrhanda Novak's journey from speechwriter to Executive Director of Strategic Communications at the University of Manitoba

• Challenges and triumphs in breaking barriers as a working mother in leadership roles

• Insights on authentic leadership and managing teams effectively

• Navigating imposter syndrome while maintaining confidence in high-pressure situations

• Advice for aspiring leaders, especially women balancing career and family

• Reflections on key achievements and lessons learned throughout her career progression

• Myrrhanda's current projects, including teaching speech writing and her ongoing work in strategic communications

Myrrhanda Novak is the Executive Director of Strategic Communications at the University of Manitoba, with extensive experience leading high-impact internal communications as well as media relations, issues management and strategic contend development. She led the development of the university president’s highly successful instillation speech, initiated and led the What’s the Big Idea? podcast series, supported senior leaders during complex issues management challenges, and helped to secure more than $100 million of government investment in university priorities. Prior to joining UM, Myrrhanda spent ten years working for various Members of Parliament and Ministers, including six years as a communications director, gaining relevant experience in project management, strategic communications, issues management, parliamentary process and media relations. She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism and political science from Carleton University.

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