Imposter to Empowered: Cultivating Agency and Confidence

Imposter to Empowered: Cultivating Agency and Confidence

Presenter: Kam Unninayar, Certified Executive Coach, ACC, MS, CPA

Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2023

Time: 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Location: Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Ave., Allston

Are feelings of self-doubt holding you back from reaching your full potential? Join this interactive workshop to cultivate confidence and transform imposter syndrome into a source of strength and empowerment.

In "Imposter to Empowered", you will learn practical tools to reshape self-doubt into confidence, navigate workplace challenges, and advocate for yourself with clarity and purpose. The workshop focuses on applied strategies you can immediately implement—whether negotiating for opportunities, stepping into leadership roles, or showcasing your strengths with confidence.

Learning Outcomes

• Cultivate Agency: Reframe self-doubt into constructive action, building the confidence to take on challenges, pursue career growth, and advocate effectively.
• Build Boundaries: Prioritize your needs, protect your energy, and cultivate resilience to thrive in demanding environments.
• Create with Compassion: Transform your inner critic into an inner ally by developing actionable steps to strengthen self-belief and celebrate progress.

Through interactive exercises, group discussions, and practical applications, this workshop will help you lean into your potential and approach challenges with confidence and clarity. By the end of the session, you will leave with actionable tools, enhanced self-awareness, and a roadmap to unlock your professional potential.

Take charge of your professional growth—sign up today and discover the confidence to succeed with impact and purpose.

About the presenter:

Kam Unninayar Kam Unninayar is a Certified Leadership Coach (GCEC, ACC), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and former executive with over 25 years of experience driving transformative initiatives in global organizations. She has held key leadership roles, including Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Vice President of Finance and Operational Excellence. Her experience spans Fortune 500 companies such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, PepsiCo, and Colgate, as well as healthcare and biotech startups.

As a senior executive, Kam excelled at guiding organizations through complex challenges by fostering collaboration, bringing clarity to uncertainty, and empowering teams to achieve meaningful outcomes. She now brings this approach to her coaching practice, combining her business acumen with a deep commitment to personal and professional growth.

Currently pursuing a master’s degree in organizational Behavior and Industrial Psychology at Harvard University, Kam is also earning certifications in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, as well as Advanced Negotiation and Conflict Resolution. Her coaching is reflective and relational, helping leaders identify their strengths, build confidence, and create lasting impact.

Kam integrates mindfulness and emotional intelligence into her practice, drawing on her leadership experience to support clients navigating high-stakes decisions and transitions. Passionate about fostering inclusive spaces, she also dedicates time to providing pro-bono coaching for underserved communities. Learn more about Kam at kamecc.com or look her up on LinkedIn at Kam Unninayar.

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Advance registration is preferred for all Ed Portal programs and events. Walk-in attendees may not be admitted.

Parking is limited around the Ed Portal so we recommend taking public transportation.

Public transportation options:

We are about a 15-20 minute walk from the Red Line Harvard Square station or Green Line -B Harvard Avenue station.

Several MBTA buses also stop near the intersection of North Harvard Street and Western Avenue: #66, #86, #70.

Parking information:

If you choose to drive to the Ed Portal please be prepared to utilize the two-hour on-street parking surrounding the Ed Portal or to park at Artesani Park and walk 10-12 minutes along Western Avenue to arrive at the Ed Portal. A limited number of parking spaces are available in the rear of the Ed Portal building on a first come, first serve basis. You may only use parking spaces in the rear of the Ed Portal building outlined in orange paint.

To help protect visitors and staff, members of the public are asked to stay home if they are unwell or have experienced signs of illness* in the past 24-hours.

If you require an accommodation for a disability, please call the Ed Portal ahead of time at 617-496-5022 or e-mail us at [email protected], and we will do our best to assist you.

* Signs of illness include: fever, chills or feeling feverish; a new cough (not related to chronic condition); new fatigue; muscle or body aches; sore throat; new nasal congestion or new runny nose (not related to seasonal allergies); nausea or vomiting; diarrhea.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Avenue, Allston, United States