I find that the best way to navigate obstacles as a construction litigator is to form strong relationships based on mutual trust with your clients, no matter the size of their claim. If you care about your clients,
I didn’t let other people limit or define my success. Coming into the construction business as a young ‘girl’ along with the stigma that comes from being the ‘bosses’ daughter’ set me up for continuous challenges to overcome throughout my career.
I am naturally very detail-oriented, focused, methodical and thorough—which you wouldn’t believe if you looked at my messy house. Those traits have been an asset in my career as an architect.
The challenge of learning the “business” of my business has been more exciting and educational than anything I do with a camera. A combination of hard work; focus like a laser beam vs. a flashlight (mantra from my trusted coach);
Before I entered the business world I was a mom and an English teacher immersed in a world of kids and horses. My first day as a new business owner found me unable to figure out how to answer the phone and put someone on hold,
I knew from the beginning it was going to be difficult breaking into the male-dominated construction industry. I had to be persistent and resilient to build credibility. I worked hard to prove my skills and my potential,
An essential skill of an effective lawyer is the ability to see a situation from multiple perspectives. When counseling clients or helping them pursue or defend a position, this helps the client not only understand and evaluate his or her risk but...
I am an outgoing person that is easy to talk to. Being in a technical career having those qualities are an advantage when trying to communicate with people with varied occupations and backgrounds.
Some of the best advice given to me was to present solutions, not problems. I focus on identifying solutions to problems, which helps me navigate through obstacles. I believe it is important to have the necessary personal infrastructure in place to handle problems as they arise.
As an architect, there are obstacles and challenges in every aspect of my job. I’ve found the best ways to overcome the obstacles are with clear communication, a collaborative approach, and a sense of humor.
