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2021 INSPIRATIONS

Shirley Simmons, 2016 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipient

2/3/2021

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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.
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Words of Wisdom

Each morning has 2 handles to choose from. You can hold on to the handle of anxiety or the handle of enthusiasm. Upon your choice we will your day. (This has played a big part in the mornings of 2020 and currently)

The most successful people are the ones that learn from their mistakes and turn their failures into opportunities. 

I like the business we are becoming, the things we went through this last year honestly has made me and our company a better person/place. 

Tips on Keeping Motivated in 2021

  • Patience
  • Courage
  • Creativity
  • ​Service above self 

These things are all important, my love for the hospitality industry has kept me motivated.

Book Recommendations
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My two favorite reads are: Give 'em the Pickle by Robert Farrell and The Purple Cow by Seth Godin.

Both of these books are great customer service books. Does not matter what industry you are in you will take away ideas from each of these. 

Note: Below are Amazon Affiliate links - purchasing these items through these links supports the Regional Chamber

Shirley Simmons is a co-owner of CG Public House & Catering.
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    • Chamber Calendar
    • Annual Events >
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        • Business on a Roll Nomination Form
      • Women in Business Conference
      • State of the Cities
      • Tri-Cities Diversity Summit
      • Elected Leaders Reception
      • Tri-Cities Day with the Seahawks
      • Tri-Cities Day at the Capitol
      • Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium
    • Monthly Membership Luncheon
    • Business After Hours
    • Meet the Chamber
    • Speaking Opportunities
  • PROGRAMS & SERVICES
    • BUSINESS PROGRAMS >
      • Ask the Experts
      • Economic Gardening
      • Office Depot Savings Program
      • Small Business Incentive Program
    • Workforce & Education >
      • Tri-Cities Regional Career Signing Day
      • Washington Workforce Portal
    • myTRI 2030
    • Business Advocacy >
      • Public Policy Guiding Principles
      • Business Advocacy Letters
      • Session Spotlight
      • Vote for Business
      • TRI-CITIES LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL 2022 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
    • Ambassador Club
    • LEARN Groups
    • Washington PTAC >
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