Student Session: Pathways to Success: Building a Career as a Diverse Candidate in Healthcare Management (S01X)

Join us for a dynamic session designed to guide diverse professionals through the complexities of establishing a successful career in healthcare. This program will delve into the challenges commonly faced by diversity candidates, including navigating cultural nuances and overcoming institutional and racial biases. The speaker will draw from his personal journey to offer practical advice on managing bias, planning your career effectively and thriving in a multicultural environment. This session is tailored for both early and mid-career professionals who seek to understand and conquer psychological barriers like imposter syndrome and outsider syndrome, which often impede professional advancement. Additionally, we will explore the pivotal role that leaders and healthcare institutions play in fostering an environment of diversity, equity and inclusion. Attendees will leave equipped with strategic insights and tools to face and overcome the hurdles that diversity candidates frequently encounter, paving the way for significant professional growth and success in healthcare management.