The annual Tri-Cities Women in Business Conference typically takes place in January, but has been postponed to later in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We asked past ATHENA Award recipients for their favorite inspirational quotes, podcasts, books, and more to help motivate you through 2021.

Book Recommendation
​
Note: This is an Amazon Affiliate link - purchasing this item through this link supports the Regional Chamber

Podcast Recommendation

Tracci Dial is a News Anchor at KNDU-TV.

The annual Tri-Cities Women in Business Conference typically takes place in January, but has been postponed to later in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We asked past ATHENA Award recipients for their favorite inspirational quotes, podcasts, books, and more to help motivate you through 2021.

Words of Wisdom

I not only love this quote by Ruth Bader Ginsburg but I try my best to live by it: "I tell law students… if you are going to be a lawyer and just practice your profession, you have a skill—very much like a plumber. But if you want to be a true professional, you will do something outside yourself… something that makes life a little better for people less fortunate than you."

Book Recommendation

I love reading business books, especially the ones geared towards running a law practice, but my all-time favorite is The E-myth Attorney since it explains how to create effective structures in one’s law office.

​​​Note: This is an Amazon Affiliate link - purchasing this item through this link supports the Regional Chamber

​Podcast Recommendation

​My favorite podcast now is Crushing Chaos in Law Firms. Allison Williams, who is an attorney with her own very successful law firm, goes deep into explaining the psychology of why certain things should be done certain ways in your law office. She is pretty cool, and I think every attorney should listen to her podcast. 

​Tips on Keeping Motivated in 2021

I am looking forward to all my future travels and camping trips! 

Aliya Alisheva is an immigration attorney at her own practice, Alisheva Law.

The annual Tri-Cities Women in Business Conference typically takes place in January, but has been postponed to later in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We asked past ATHENA Award recipients for their favorite inspirational quotes, podcasts, books, and more to help motivate you through 2021.

Words of Wisdom

“Aut inveniam viam aut faciam” is Latin for “I shall either find a way or make one.” It may often feel that people tell you what you can’t do or who you can’t be. As long as it’s not unlawful, illegal, or immoral; set your goals, stay the course, and find your way. You and those around you will be better for it!

Book Recommendation

My days are consumed with COVID-19 reading, but I have a book waiting for my next vacation, No Time for Spectators: The Lessons That Mattered Most From West Point To The West Wing by Martin Dempsey.  First of all he is a West Point grad, so you can’t go wrong there! I’m told that the book discusses why the best leaders are most adept at following, what is expected of those who have the privilege of leading, and what may leaders expect of those who follow them.  These are all areas that I’m interested in understanding the author’s view point as I have great respect for him.

​Note: This is an Amazon Affiliate link - purchasing this item through this link supports the Regional Chamber

​Tips on Keeping Motivated in 2021

I thrive under stress and in challenging situations, so being part of the COVID response is right up my alley. I’ve seen increased partnership between the different organizations at work, we are tearing down stovepipes. With the inclusion of teleworking into the work schedule the need to reach out to people has exponentially increased with positive results. Motivation is an innate part of who I am, but seeing people come together for good and helping others pumps me up that much more.

The military saying “Mission, Men, Me” drives me. What does it take to accomplish the mission at hand, are my teammates empowered (what do they need, what obstacles can I help remove), and then me. It’s all about the people. Everyone comes with a different perspective and life experience. There is usually no singular way to do something, it’s taken me years to learn this and then put it into action. My current boss told me; “Katie, there is nothing you can mess up that I can’t unmess, keep me informed so I’m not caught off-guard, go handle business.”  He trusts me! When I’ve in turn said this to the manager under me it’s allowed for a whole new relationship to develop. This single statement has allowed the department to exceed mission expectations and grow the team. 

​Finally, in all things the Glory belongs to God. I’m grateful to have a personal relationship with Him and have seen His work in me impact those around me for good.​

Katie Sterling is a ​Emergency Preparedness Department Manager at Nuclear Waste Partnership LLC.

The annual Tri-Cities Women in Business Conference typically takes place in January, but has been postponed to later in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We asked past ATHENA Award recipients for their favorite inspirational quotes, podcasts, books, and more to help motivate you through 2021.

Words of Wisdom

​"You are strong. You are courageous. You are fierce. You have the ability to create positive change in this world."​

Book Recommendation
​
4 Disciples of Execution has a system of defining goals and accountability and has been one of the best systems I use to grow our business. 
​
Note: This is an Amazon Affiliate link - purchasing this item through this link supports the Regional Chamber

​Podcast Recommendations
​
My go to podcasts are Social Media Marketing with Michael Stelzner, Sales Fiction with Christy Lawrence, and GuildSomm.

Tips on Keeping Motivated in 2021

I just purchased the Erin Condren Prompted Vision Journal and am looking forward to reflecting and completing it. I also connect with friends and family who are realistic and positive. I talk to my sister almost every day and I Zoom with friends. My family and I take walks and only bring out a phone to take a picture every so often. ​
​
Note: This is an Amazon Affiliate link - purchasing this item through this link supports the Regional Chamber

Shae Frichette is a co-owner of Frichette Winery.

The annual Tri-Cities Women in Business Conference typically takes place in January, but has been postponed to later in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We asked past ATHENA Award recipients for their favorite inspirational quotes, podcasts, books, and more to help motivate you through 2021.

Words of Wisdom

​My motto the past year has been to “Live my life, not to simply exist in my life”. I have made several significant changes as a result. While many of these changes have been extremely challenging, I’m determined to live my best life and be the best example I can be to my children.

Book Recommendation
​
​Die Empty by Todd Henry - It opens with a quote: “Alas for those that never sing, but die with all their music in them” - Oliver Wendell Holmes. It’s about unleashing your best self everyday. While the emphasis is on your work life, it resonates in your personal life as well. Do what you love, give your all and don’t wait. Knock those items off your bucket list. Life is short and there are no guarantees. Take that trip, get that degree, end that toxic relationship, challenge yourself. Live.

Note: This is an Amazon Affiliate link - purchasing this item through this link supports the Regional Chamber
​
Tips on Keeping Motivated in 2021

I try my best to see the blessings despite the challenges of the past year. Reconnecting with family and friends. Slowing down. I have been able to enjoy my home, bake, and appreciate fresh air and the outdoors. ​
​
Other Tips

I have had to learn to accept and even ask for help. Friends and family are eager to provide service in times of distress or trials. Swallow your pride and allow your tribe to support you and help you recover. Then you can pay it forward and provide that same service to others. 

Hollie Logan is the Marketing & Communications Manager for the City of Richland.

​TIP 3: Take a walking lunch break.

• Walk with a neighbor or coworker once a week during your lunch break.

TIP 4: Get outside and breathe.

• Buy a firepit so you can be outside as a family, or a couple, even in cool weather.

TIP 5: Make time for adventure.

• Buy inexpensive snowshoes and find local mountain trails to explore (White Pass, Mount Spokane, Mount Rainier).
• Pre-purchase 1 1/2 hours of snow tubing at Bear Creek Lodge (near Mount Spokane).
• Pre-purchase lift tickets for skiing/snowboarding (for fun, go night skiing and cover yourself in glow sticks from the dollar store - your family and friends will love it!).