Join us for an inspiring conversation with Michelle Trong Perrin-Steinberg, Chief Legal Counsel of Export Control | Sanctions, Americas at SAP America. Michelle shares her remarkable journey as a Black and Vietnamese woman navigating the legal field, from her early experiences to her current leadership role. Before SAP, Michelle honed her expertise at Deloitte's Global Trade Advisory Practice Group and major aerospace and defense companies like Boeing. She's deeply committed to fostering inclusion and serves on the Advisory Board of Women, Influence, Power and the Law, and the Executive Board of the Syracuse University Law Alumni Association Board. As a founding member of the Syracuse University College of Law Inclusion Network, she champions law students of color, especially first-generation students, through mentorship and skills training. In this episode, Michelle opens up about: Breaking the Mold: The unique challenges and triumphs of being a "first" in her department. Navigating Career Transitions: Strategies for building a successful career in the specialized field of Export Control and Sanctions. Leading with Purpose: How prioritizing the greater good can fuel career advancement. Building Your Tribe: The power of authentic connection, mentorship, and creating supportive communities. Speaking Up & Doing Right: Repairing past missteps and fostering a culture of accountability. Values-Driven Leadership: Staying true to your principles and building inclusive environments. "Kindly, Michelle": The story behind Michelle's book and the valuable lessons she shares about her path to leadership. (Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other booksellers.) Tune in to hear Michelle's powerful story of resilience, leadership, and the importance of creating a more inclusive legal world. Connect with us: Connect with Michelle at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-perrin-steinberg/ and https://www.michelletrongperrinsteinberg.com/. Follow Samorn on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim/. Get a copy of Samorn's book, "Belonging: Self Love Lessons From A Workaholic Depressed Insomniac Lawyer" at https://tinyurl.com/2dk5hr2f. Get weekly career tips by signing up for our advice column at www.careerunicorns.com. Schedule a free 30-minute build your dream career consult by sending a message at www.careerunicorns.com.

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