Anne Sophie OLIVIER-AVE (TBS 1991) - French Ambassador to Ghana

23 November 2020 Portraits / Podcasts

Good fortune comes to those who prepare for it

Would you like to say a few words about yourself?

After 15 years in the private sector, I now work in the public service at ENA (National Administration School).

Why did you choose TBS for your studies?

Les études généralistes ouvrent des perspectives très larges

Have you any stories to share with us from your year?

"Strange, you weren't identified as being a brillant student" said a TBS professor when I was admitted to ENA.

What are your currently doing and how did you reach this point in your career today?

I have always worked in positions that gave me much satisfaction and l moved on when is was no longer the case. The only way is up, so I went back to my studies and took the risks which would allow me to continue having choices and interesting positions. I never had a career plan but I built my own network.

What advice would you give to TBS Alumni, students and graduates alike, who might like to follow your career path?

Good fortune comes to those who prepare for it. Stay open. Listen to your intuition. If you like what you do, you will do it well. The rest follows naturally.

Did the Alumni network support you?

I was able to help other Alumni.

Are you willing for student and graduate Alumni to contact you directly?

Yes

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