Former WNBA President Donna Orender on creating opportunity for yourself

Donna Orender was one of the first women in America to play basketball professionally. But when the women’s league was disbanded in 1981, she had to pivot. Donna talks with Ryan about recovering from this unexpected change, and how she went on to lead golf entertainment at the PGA TOUR before being asked to become the WNBA president. And then author and communication coach Jodi Glickman explains her framework on how to be great on the job and create opportunities for yourself. Follow Ryan, Donna and Jodi on LinkedIn. For more tips from Jodi, check out her LinkedIn Learning course, Make ‘Em Love You at Work Get more stories about leader’s zigs and zags by subscribing to The Path newsletter: LinkedIn.com/Path

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Welcome to The Path with LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky. On this podcast, Ryan explores one simple idea: there is no linear path to the top, there is no singular formula for success. Ryan sits down with the world’s top leaders to talk about the decisions that shaped their unique careers and how these valuable lessons can help you forge your own path.Then, learn how you can grow in your career and personal life with an easy and actionable set of to-dos you can incorporate into your daily routine. Join Ryan as he explores how today’s top mind’s lead, persevere, and adeptly overcome diverse challenges.