Beyond the Bench: Communication, Confidence & Connection in Life Sciences

After uncovering the mindset and career strategies that help women thrive in life sciences, this next session dives deeper into the how.

Join us for a virtual Power Circle designed to help life sciences professionals strengthen the essential skills that drive collaboration, leadership, and career momentum. Whether you’re an emerging scientist, a manager navigating team dynamics, or someone who thrives in quieter spaces, this session will give you the tools to lead authentically and communicate effectively—without changing who you are.

Led by Dr. Joanna Kaniewska, Founder of T Shaped, this workshop builds on her first masterclass by focusing on real-world communication and leadership strategies tailored for scientists, researchers, and biotech professionals.

📅 Date: November 20, 2025

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

📍 Location: Virtual Event - Zoom Link provided upon registration

What You'll Learn:

💬 Networking for Introverts – How to make meaningful connections in ways that feel authentic, not forced.

🧬 Leading in Life Sciences – Approaches for managing technical teams, fostering collaboration, and navigating complex work environments.

🌱 Confidence in Communication – Techniques to speak up, be heard, and advocate for your ideas in meetings, labs, and beyond.

Who Should Attend:

This interactive session blends insight, reflection, and practical tools to help you lead with confidence in a field driven by innovation and teamwork. Walk away with new strategies—and renewed self-assurance—to help you grow, connect, and thrive!

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About Joanna Kaniewska

Joanna Kaniewska, is a PhD scientist turned entrepreneur, with over 15 years of international experience spanning academia, industry, and non profit sector, where she has gained extensive experience in research, clinical trials, science communication and organizational development. As the founder of T Shaped, she helps life science and biotech companies strengthen leadership, team dynamics, and team performance. She serves as Chair of Women in Bio Metro NY.

About Women.NYC

Women.NYC - part of the New York City Economic Development Corporation - is a flagship City initiative to make New York City the best place in the world for women of all backgrounds to thrive in their businesses and careers. Women.NYC advances gender equality and fosters economic mobility by creating strategic partnerships with public and private sector partners, launching tailored programming, and by amplifying economic empowerment programs, and focusing on equipping women to succeed in the future of the economy.

Bookmark https://women.nyc/ to stay engaged in this program. We will have a series of events centered around these high-priority sectors, allowing you to sign up for career coaching and shadowing. This is the only women-centric network established to help you take control of your future.

*Disclaimers:

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