The Road Less Traveled Toni Johnson, M.D. Brody School of Medicine East Carolina University
Opportunities & Choices We can only choose one path along life’s journey. We must abide by our choices.
The ones who traveled before me The ones I never will never meet are the true pioneers in medicine and science. They sacrificed the most. 3
In a class by myself
Vision One must see who one wants to become. Otherwise you remain 5 blind to your potential.
Who I am… Some people encountered in my life attempted to challenge and disrupt my identification. Fortunately, that identification was solidified early on. 6
Super Science Girl! 7
The Interrogation
I was only a student, with limited power, but I was insightful enough to realize that one shouldn’t be placed on the witness stand, interrogated, and charged with the offense of “procreating while educating” oneself.
My Dream
Missed Assignment I had not failed. The system had failed me. Specifically, someone missed their assignment to advise and mentor me. Please don’t make that mistake in your journey. Don’t miss your assignment.
The Bonded Sisters
My Question What if women in leadership positions bonded together in a sisterhood? What if we sacrificed the necessary time and energy to ensure the success of our sister ‐ colleagues? How far could we advance together?
“That’s my baby!”
Personal Best Never discount or allow others to belittle the on ‐ going personal development deposits you make through the most precious and valuable privilege referred to as parenting. 15
Her-Story 16
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Her-Story
Leadership The development of leaders does not occur in a vacuum but rather is the direct result of a transfer of energy or power from one person to another. We call this process mentorship .
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My Style The gift we leave behind is our legacy. What will yours be?
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