Doretta Stevens
Doretta Stevens is a dedicated author and the creative force behind Greenpastures, where she has been writing and publishing for over a decade. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Doretta draws on her diverse professional background—which includes experience in insurance, project coordination, and data analysis—to inform her storytelling with depth, insight, and authenticity. Her work reflects a strong commitment to exploring human experiences and personal growth, often weaving together themes of resilience and transformation.
Since launching her writing career in 2013, Doretta has honed her voice and built a platform for thoughtful, reflective content. Whether through fiction or personal narrative, her work speaks to readers seeking meaning and connection. As she continues to evolve as a writer, Doretta remains passionate about crafting stories that inspire, challenge, and uplift.
• Feed the Children
• Get Back up Again
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to recognizing gaps in the insurance industry and taking the initiative to fill them. By creating clear, comprehensive resources—like customer modules and highlight sheets—I helped both agents and clients better understand complex products, ultimately setting a new standard across major carriers.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is that there’s no ceiling—you can always go beyond expectations. I was taught to strive for excellence over perfection, because while perfection is subjective, excellence is about consistently doing your best, and that always rises above.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in consulting right now is the slowdown in mergers and acquisitions, which, along with rising employment concerns, has led many companies to cut essential insurance benefits like disability coverage. As a result, employees facing health issues are left without the support they need, highlighting a growing gap in workplace empathy and resources.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are equipping others with the knowledge and resources they need, promoting understanding and value in every interaction, and maintaining a commitment to continuous learning—even through my own healthcare challenges—to serve clients and trainees with excellence.