Learning from her experience with marathon running, Shannon Connaghan shares valuable insights into mental strength and resilience. Connecting her personal story to existing published psychological research, her talk equips people with the strategies and skills to overcome life's obstacles and failures. Shannon Connaghan, a Villanova University School of Business alumna, boasts a strong background in business administration and accounting. She began her career in public accounting at PwC, later transitioning to in-house roles. With extensive experience in global tax and technology, Ms. Connaghan has excelled in roles at multinational corporations. As a trusted advisor and cross-functional team leader, she collaborates with diverse stakeholders to optimize tax strategies. Presently, she serves as a Strategic Tax Planning Manager at Haleon, a consumer healthcare leader known for trusted brands like Advil and Tums. She has overseen pivotal initiatives such as global ERP system implementations and corporate restructurings. Recently earning her MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler, Ms. Connaghan's intellectual curiosity and passion for public speaking have led her to speak at many conferences. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx