(Note from editor- Victoria) According to our resident Aloha spirit: “Summer in Seattle is truly unmatched to any other summer out there”. Everyone is defrosting from the (ultra-cold) Seattle Freeze, farmers markets start to fill the streets, and we can all (attempt to) recover from the vitamin D deficiency. Now-this past summer in Seattle (while smokey) we are honored to have the first installment in a series from Nicole Lorenzo, one of our newest team members, which will take us through the seasons of an entire year with Freemind Seattle. A year in-the-life- so to speak. Because every day is a new experience and adventure, we all learn new things and better hone our skills each and every time we come together on a project with a client and team.
And now- from Nicole…
While most people like to rebrand themselves during the New Year's season, my resolutions kick in when the sun starts to set past 9 P.M. Something about longer days kicks my motivation into overdrive. Summer is my time to reflect.
As for how the summer of 2022 came to be my first summer at Freemind Seattle…I realized that insurance was not really for me (no offense Jake from State Farm). I was hungry for a space of creativity and fresh ideas. During my period of searching endless job listings and countless interviews, I realized that I still struggled to fully identify what I was searching for. I was a lost puzzle piece searching for the bigger picture and didn’t even know what it was supposed to look like!
It wasn't until a quick 10-minute introductory phone call with Jessica from Freemind, that I was given a clue as to what my bigger picture was. While this role was nothing like the insurance role, I had marketing experience and interned throughout college, it was worth a try. When I came into the office for my official interview (queue sweaty palms), I realized that Freemind was different than any other employer or position that I’ve had in the past. The thought of a full-time marketing role just made sense at that moment. They prioritize work-life balance, cultivate community, and encourage individuality. Literally the opposite of a toxic corporate relationship and I realized this was the puzzle to my lone piece.
My nerves and fear of switching career paths and venturing off into a whole new chapter with all-new characters-has disappeared. Another summer on the books has filled my motivational pockets with change. And guess what? I welcome this change! Within the first few days I found myself engaged in meetings and projects that were unlike anything I could imagine. From our internal team bonding to being a part of my first tech event, I feel confident in the space I’m in. Meetings are filled with excitement and ideas, and the office glows with good vibes (and yummy snacks). Somehow, I found what I was looking for, without even knowing what I was looking for. Summer works in her own mysterious ways. A new warmth after the cold. So, cheers to mid-new year season…
