Her Story
About Tiffany
I've been working as an entrepreneur for 17 years, with a mix of different things I do. I've been a notary for 26 years and currently serve as a senior fiduciary case manager, with plans to eventually become a fiduciary. I represent the state of Arizona on a national level for notaries. My professional journey includes previously owning a behavioral health group home where I housed wards of the court, ages 0 to 18. My passion for working with the elderly comes from my grandmother, who raised me and is now deceased. This is why I became a notary and advocate for elderly abuse, homelessness, and notary loss. In my current role, my day involves attending hearings for individuals who are wards of the court, managing their doctor's appointments, and making sure all their necessities are met - everything from housing to medical to regular household items. When you're a guardian or conservator over these individuals, you have to make sure everything is met based on the court order. I typically work 8 to 5 because that's when the courts are open and when I can see the individuals I'm guardian over. My notary work is scheduled based on when people call, and if they're not available based on my availability, I just pass it on.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Tiffany
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to making sure that individuals are met where they are, because everyone comes from a different background. It's about understanding that each person has their own unique situation and needs, and being able to adapt to meet them at their level.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I've ever received is to go for what you want and never stop your shine. If you want to do something, go out of your way and do it. Don't let anything hold you back from pursuing what you're passionate about.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering entrepreneurship is to make sure they know what they want to do and make sure they brand themselves. It's important to brand yourself into what you're physically doing so that you're able to leave a mark. Don't let your brand change from what you offered from day one, because sometimes people can start something and then they change it, they rebrand it, and it's not the same delivery they were giving before. When that happens, people tend to go to someone else that can offer a better service.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges I face as an entrepreneur is obtaining business, as I am mostly word of mouth. The key opportunity is making sure you keep your brand and what you offered from day one. Don't let that change, because sometimes people can start something and then they change it, they rebrand it, and it's not the same delivery that they were giving before. When that happens, people tend to go to someone else that can offer a better service. So the real opportunity is in maintaining consistency and delivering the same quality service you promised from the beginning.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are respect, loyalty, commitment, being driven, and flexibility. These principles guide how I approach both my professional responsibilities and my personal relationships.
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