NEW YORK--International Vision Expo East will present a free symposium on April 11, “Women Ask for Directions--24 Words to Avoid to Build Better Business Relationships,” a course geared specifically for female eyecare professionals. Since its inception, over 600 participants have joined their peers in sessions designed for women to assess their current career status and create a road map to successfully plan and manage their career.

Just like the first session, “Women Ask for Directions--Communicate with Strength,” this year’s content will focus on 24 new words and phrases to avoid in order to make communication and relationship building as easy as possible, in both professional and personal situations. Karen Purves, a sought-after international speaker, business consultant and life coach, will share how simply changing some of the words you use will affect your success with others.

“This seminar is an amazing opportunity to improve how to communicate more effectively,” said previous course attendee Dr. Nicole Pearce, OD, of The Eye Gallery in Decatur, Ga.

The symposium, “Women Ask for Directions--24 Words to Avoid to Build Better Business Relationships” takes place Friday, April 11, from 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. All eyecare professionals are welcome to participate in this free career growth workshop. However, to take advantage of this free session, attendees must register for course #2213. The event is not for credit. ■