By Taylor Gebhart, Account Supervisor, and Riya Parikh, Associate Medical Director
We were honored that Digitas Health invited us to the 23rd annual Pennsylvania Conference for Women. It was exhilarating to see more than 9000 women and allies gather to share, teach, discuss, and celebrate women's empowerment.
Of the many mini classes and workshops offered, several proved especially valuable. The class on staying sharp under pressure as a high performer stood out. In a healthcare marketing agency that is constantly evolving with market changes and shifting client needs, juggling multiple priorities during busy periods is daunting, particularly for high-performing women who find it hard to say no even when their capacity is already low. The class taught us to prioritize using rocks of varying sizes: bigger rocks (in our terms, tasks) are more important and urgent, and handling them first leaves room for the smaller ones. Saying yes to new, demanding projects is tempting, but it is essential to choose opportunities wisely, so we maintain momentum without burning out.
The keynote speeches also left us inspired. Each woman on stage shared her own perspective and story of what drives her through life's challenges, yet the core message was unanimous and resounding. As women, we often shrink ourselves or are discouraged by a lack of opportunities to showcase our work and voices. In every season, it is vital to bring our most unfiltered selves, with grit, and to make the most of every chance encounter. When viable opportunities are absent, grit is what propels us to carve our own paths and leave our mark on the world. We can always shift our perspective and outlook to honor our inner selves and savor every moment in the garden of life.
We are deeply grateful to Digitas Health and The Conference for Women for a wonderful day of learning and shared joy in womanhood. We cannot wait to return!