Her Story
About Tenaya
Tenaya Daniels is a dedicated Supervisor at Helpful Hands, Inc., where she leads sanitation and housekeeping operations with a focus on operational excellence, team coordination, and maintaining high standards of service. With more than a decade of experience in the industry and two years in a leadership role, she oversees daily operations, manages team responsibilities, ensures supply availability, maintains schedules, handles ADP timekeeping, and supports efficient site management. Her current responsibilities include supervising operations at an Army Reserve Center in Vancouver, Washington, as well as an additional location in Marysville, Washington.
Daniels has developed a diverse professional background through roles in sanitation services, healthcare support, facilities operations, and customer-focused environments. Her experience includes non-ambulatory patient transportation, college support services, high-rise apartment building operations, and work at a plasma donation center. She holds a high school diploma and completed a hospital equipment sterilization program, successfully passing the associated examination. These experiences have strengthened her attention to detail, adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to maintaining safe and efficient environments.
Throughout her career, Daniels has demonstrated strong leadership, accountability, and a dedication to continuous improvement. She is passionate about developing her skills, supporting her team, and growing as a professional, with the goal of advancing into a regional management position. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Tenaya enjoys traveling, staying active at the gym, spending quality time with her two sons, and focusing on self-improvement. She believes in lifelong growth and strives to set a positive example through perseverance, discipline, and dedication to both her career and family.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Tenaya
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a commitment to continuous self-improvement and personal growth. Throughout my journey, I have remained focused on learning, adapting, and doing the work necessary to overcome challenges and create new opportunities. A significant motivation behind my drive has been my desire to support my family and provide stability, which has inspired me to stay resilient, dedicated, and determined. By embracing growth, taking responsibility for my goals, and consistently striving to become better, I have been able to achieve meaningful success while staying true to my values.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering my industry is to develop resilience, patience, and the ability to navigate challenges with perspective. Do not be too quick to take things personally or make decisions based on a moment of frustration. Take time to pause, reflect, and truly assess the situation before reacting. Challenges and setbacks are often opportunities for growth and learning, so give yourself the space to understand the moment rather than immediately walking away and starting over. Trust the process, remain open to feedback, and allow each experience to help you grow both personally and professionally.
03What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I believe that hard work, discipline, trust, and transparency are the foundation of both my professional and personal life. I strive to approach every responsibility with dedication and integrity, while fostering honest, respectful relationships built on mutual trust. These values guide my decisions, shape the way I collaborate with others, and inspire me to consistently deliver my best in every aspect of my work and life.
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