LAS VEGAS--International Vision Expo West will present a free symposium, “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 800 participants have joined their peers in a session 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 Dr. Nicole Pearce, OD, previous course attendee from The Eye Gallery in Decatur, GA.

“Women Ask for Directions - 24 Words to Avoid to Build Better Business Relationships” will take place Sunday, Oct. 5, from 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. To take advantage of this free session, attendees must register for course #43-505-V. This event is not for credit. ■