I Wish I'd Quit Sooner Book Launch and TedX Style Presentation

Schedule

Tue Jan 13 2026 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Contemporary Calgary | Calgary, AB

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Celebrate Dr. Laura’s book launch and experience a special preview of her 2026 TED Talk Style presentation.
About this Event

Celebrate Dr. Laura’s book launch and experience a special preview of her 2026 TED Talk Style talk.


Looking for the perfect excuse to duck out of work early on a chilly Tuesday?


Join us on January 13th inside the iconic Dome at Contemporary Calgary (the Old Science Centre) for an energizing, inspiring evening with Dr. Laura, celebrating the launch of her new book, I Wish I’d Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss.

This special event features:

  • A powerful TED style talk where Dr. Laura shares the pivotal moments that shaped her journey into helping people navigate toxic bosses
  • Getting your book copy (or copies!) signed.
  • Connection with other professionals, HR leadership and community members who value honest conversation on a globally impactful topic

You’ll also catch Dr. Laura later that week on CTV’s The Social and Global’s The Morning Show or at SXSW in March - but this evening is your chance to hear her message before it goes public.

Books will be available and she’d love to sign your copy. If you or someone you care about has ever dealt with a toxic boss, and let’s be honest, most of us have, this is the book to share.

The session is free, with options to pre-purchase a book(s) or drink ticket(s).

Please note:

  • Friends and family are welcome and FREE also! Make sure to get the correct number of tickets for them at checkout.
  • Dress Code: Casual or business casual


Schedule:

4:00–5:00 PM: Reception

  • Guests arrive anytime after 4
  • Drinks and appetizers in the reception area

5:00–5:30 PM: Session In The Dome

  • 15-minute TED-style talk by Laura
  • Followed by Q&A

5:30–7:00 PM: Post-Event Reception

  • Snacks
  • Mingling
  • Cash bar open
  • Book sales via Owl’s Nest


Please note that if you purchase books on this page, they will be available for pickup at the Book Launch Event, or from Owl’s Nest Books and they will not be delivered to your address.


If you prefer to purchase a copy and have it delivered to you, please use this link: I Wish I’d Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss


We can’t wait to see you there!


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Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 Street Southwest, Calgary, Canada

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