In this episode, we interview Lyndsay Kooistra who came to be a shareholder and achieve her goals by not being bold, but by speaking up and getting agreement about her future.
Episode Highlights:
- How she started in insurance and sales. (1:35)
- Wins and struggles that shaped her. (6:39)
- What do you want to be when you grow up? (9:24)
- My mom is on Facetime with my son. (14:29)
- What are the biggest challenges that women face in the insurance industry? (15:19)
- As women, we have the power to be who we are. (20:05)
- If you had the power to change the industry, what would you do? (22:34)
- How have you been able to transcend your life goals and guide yourself to stay positive? (27:01)
- Have confidence in yourself and you can do anything. (29:29)
Key Takeaway:
"Utilize your assets, expand upon them, and have confidence in yourself. I realize it seems a little corny, but I remember asking my son, upon his return from soccer practice, what he had learned that day. I said that you should have confidence in yourself."
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