Her Story
About Lindsay
Lindsay Meyer is a veteran of the United States Air Force, where she worked in logistics for six years and spent seven years overseas. After her military service, she earned an associate's degree and a bachelor's degree from the University of Central Missouri, followed by a master's degree completed two weeks prior to the interview. She has held positions including assistant to the chief of police, work at a veteran's home, and four and a half years as a probation and parole officer in Warrensburg, Missouri. Throughout her career, Meyer has demonstrated a continuous drive for professional growth and education. Her achievements include commendation medals, presidential matches and a presidential coin, the Distinguished Graduate Award from Airman Leadership School, and promotion to Senior Airman below the zone. She specializes in probation and parole as well as Air Force logistics, and she values respect, professionalism, clarity, communication, and support in her work.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Lindsay
01What do you attribute your success to?
I would attribute my success to all of the people in my life, to include my family & friends, who have doubted me every step of the way. This has driven me to a point in my life that I have done so much, tried so hard, and accomplished all my goals. However, my happiness was always at stake in the process. I am now making life changes to fulfill that void as I now realize I do not need to show up for others, rather, the most important thing is showing up for myself. Selfish? No, my Father was my rock and has entered the Pearly Gates and is now with the Big Man upstairs. This has taken me years to realize, but I am here now.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Never give up. You'll never know your potential until you've shown it.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Give it your all, do your best, don't let anyone bring you down. Ask questions. Be strong, shoulders back, chin up. For probation and parole: be ready to be underpaid and overworked, adapt to each person, never judge. I very much enjoyed this career path until I realized it was taking a mental toll on me.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
I just completed my Master's Degree and am entertaining more career options. Looking into helping Veterans, Human Resources positions, being a great Mom (Always part of any job), but said in a way that I am seeking a career path that allows me health and happiness,
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Respect, professionalism, clarity, communication, support, being available as a supervisor, paying attention to people.
Join Influential Women and start making an impact. Register now.