Pivoting with Positivity and Purpose in Tough Times With Dawnyel Smink

03/24/2020- In this episode of the Power Women in Insurance Podcast, Teresa talks to Dawnyel Smink of the Canyon Lands Insurance. She shares her journey from a 6th-grade teacher to an insurance agency owner.  She shares how an inconsiderate comment from her former manager about having a child made her decide to go independent. This has also prompted her to help other women balance both a family and a successful career.  Listen in to learn how Dawnyel has committed to helping women regain their confidence through her WISE program. Top Takeaways: The confidence to be both a family and a career woman. Overcoming the fear of trying new things. Tips for women who want success. Key Moments: [2:31] What is Dawnyel’s insurance journey?  [5:20] She shares her turning point when she decided to go independent. [8:52] How has her educational background helped her manage teams? [11:00] When she lost the fear of trying out new things and found a way to lead her team in the right direction.  [13:19] How she learned to rise above the setbacks. [16:14] Why women need to embrace confidence; plus, the power of women helping women. [22:59] What advice does Dawnyel have for women seeking success? Visit the Power Women In Insurance Instagram Page! HERE Connect With Teresa! Sterling Insurance Group's Website: https://www.sterlinginsnow.com Teresa's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teresa.comerkitchens Sterling Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sterlinginsurancegrouptx/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sterlinginsurancegroup/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sterlinginsurancetx/ Dawnyel's Info: Dawnyel's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dawnyelsmink Canyon Lands Insurance Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CanyonLandsInsurance WIISE Facebook Page: Women In Insurance Sharing Empowerment LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnyel-smink-95988548/