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Deputy Director for Management Seminar Series- Thriving Under Pressure: A Roadmap for High Performers to Stay Bold, Regulated, and ResilientNIH Only

Air date: Monday, May 18, 2026, 10:30:00 AM
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Description: The NIH DDM Seminar Series is a series of virtual seminars that focus on various aspects of management and leadership within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The series includes topics such as conflict resolution, resilience, appreciation, and purpose. The seminars are designed to improve relationships and drive excellence at work, providing insights into leadership and management challenges and solutions. As an Associate Professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Luana Marques has helped millions in her relentless efforts to equip everyone, everywhere, with the skills to thrive. Dr. Marques’ influential work has been recognized by global platforms, including The Washington Post, VOX, Wall Street Journal, BIG THINK, Forbes, The New York Times, Good Morning America, and Face the Nation. She has also served as the Past President of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) as well as the bestselling author of the critically acclaimed Bold Move: A 3-Step Plan to Transform Anxiety into Power, a testament to her ability to distill complex scientific insights into accessible, actionable strategies. Dr. Marques’ decades of clinical and research experience implementing evidence-based practices encompass all types of roles and settings, from front-line staff to CEOs, diverse communities to organizations, both in the US and globally. Dr. Marques offers the roadmap for high performers in high-octane environments to stay self regulated, motivated, and thriving. Weaving together the threads of her personal story of overcoming adversity, trauma, and poverty while growing up in Brazil with the latest in her scientific psychological insights, Dr. Marques ensures that every audience member leaves with a personalized plan to overcome challenges and make their next bold move toward what matters most. Radiating an energetic blend of personal charisma and scholarly depth. Dr. Luana has inspired audiences in partnership with hosts including The Harvard Club, Moody’s Shared Services, NAMI, and countless more.
Author: Luana Marques
Runtime: 2 hours