My name is Amy Lamb. I am a Regional Manager for a global hair color company. I oversee distribution, marketing, sales and education in 5 states; Tennessee, Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, and Michigan
Below are my responses to the writing prompts.
- Where are you located geographically? I live mostly in a hotel, Monday- Friday, but sometimes in a sweet little bungalow on the outskirts of Indianapolis. I travel heavily for work so my time at home is precious.
- Where are you in your life professionally? Currently I am a Regional Manager overseeing 5 states in the Midwest. I manage distribution, marketing and education on our products.
- What are your long-term goals? I feel that finishing my degree is important. At this point in my career, in the field I am in, it isn’t a requirement and won’t help me get a better position within my industry. It is a personal goal of mine. My long-term goal is to have a more firm understanding of leadership and its components as well as applications in the marketplace.
- What is your current or prior leadership experience? I lead teams of people in different areas; education, marketing, and sales.
- Do you have a favorite leadership quote? My favorite leadership quote is “Always be training your replacement.” Leaders build, support and encourage leadership. If you are the absolute best person at your particular job, it could hinder you from advancement. However if you are constantly building strong leaders, when new leadership opportunities present themselves your team will be ready to stand alone, or are comfortable with the torch being passed.
- Post something interesting about yourself: I travel for work so that puts me alone almost all the time, in the car usually. I listen to books all day. On average I listen to 8 or 9 books a week.