Thomas Dowd, Professional Development, Coach and author. Tom is the award-winning author of two books. "The Transformation of a Doubting Thomas: Growing from a Cynic to a Professional in the Corporate World," and "From Fear to Success: a Practical Public Speaking Guide". His most recent book, derived from an unemployed stint. With over 24 years of experience in the financial industry in management and leadership roles, Tom received the call nobody wanted: "We're downsizing." "Displacement Day: When My Job was Looking for a Job" was published by Motivational Press in March 2014. In 2011, he started his own side business "Thomas Dowd Professional Development & Coaching" where he continues to use the lessons learned on his climb up the corporate ladder to help people creatively find ways to differentiate themselves in the workplace and to find their own individual paths toward success. Tom is an active member in Toastmasters International, a group of 300,000 members worldwide looking to develop communication and leadership skills. Additionally, he is a member of the National Speakers Association and the Global Speakers Federation. Brought to you by Talk 2 Brazil sponsors: Focus MI Market Intelligence (focusmi.com) Brazil Business Tours by Eliana Souza (spintours.com.br) Talk 2 Brazil is part of RC Invest Consulting (
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