STAFF TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGER | CANVA
Olga Golyk
Olga Golyk is a Staff Technical Program Manager at Canva, previously Head of Engineering & Delivery at REA Group, and a leadership coach with over 15 years of experience leading large-scale technology programs, organisational change, strategic delivery, and high-performing engineering teams across dynamic, fast-growing technology organisations.
Having spent years leading teams and navigating complex organisations herself, Olga is passionate about helping professionals better understand the unwritten dynamics of corporate environments, communicate their value, and navigate the challenges that often slow career growth.
Through her leadership roles and coaching, Olga blends honest stories, practical frameworks, and actionable ideas that people can immediately apply in their own careers. Her leadership philosophy is grounded in the belief that people, purpose and performance go hand in hand.
Presentation: Why Hard Work Isn’t Enough: The Three Things That Create Real Career Impact
Many professionals believe confidence is the missing ingredient in their career. But what if confidence isn’t the starting point?
In this practical and thought-provoking session, we’ll challenge one of the biggest myths in the workplace: that working harder automatically leads to greater recognition and career growth. Instead, you’ll discover why creating real impact comes from three things: clarity, visibility and influence.
Together, we’ll explore how to communicate your ideas and contribution more effectively, build authentic influence through trusted relationships, and increase your professional presence without feeling like you have to become the loudest person in the room. You’ll leave with practical ideas you can immediately apply to create greater impact while investing your time and energy where it matters most.
Key takeaways:
- The difference between effort and impact—and why hard work alone isn’t enough.
- How to communicate your value with greater clarity and increase your visibility authentically.
- Why influence is built through trust and relationships, not title or authority.
- How to invest your time and energy where it creates the greatest value.