Laurie Raskin is a 2013 Graduate of the State University of New York College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry, where she earned a B.S. in Forest Management and Forest Resources Management. Laurie has since worked for the U.S. Forest Service, Finch Paper, and Wagner Hardwoods before going on her own path and opening her own consulting business. On this week’s show, Laurie explains why she loves being a consultant and the rewarding work she does as a forester.
Key Takeaways:
[1:10] A quick intro about Laurie’s background.
[3:00] How did Laurie first get started in forestry?
[6:45] What was Laurie’s first forestry job like after college?
[7:40] What kinds of things did Laurie learn as an intern?
[13:55] Even though Laurie had a great job at the time, she really, really wanted to get in procurement forestry.
[19:30] When Laurie found herself moving back to her hometown, she decided it was time to start her own business.
[20:55] Laurie is in the very early stages of her business; what’s it been like so far?
[21:45] Even though Laurie is still doing a lot of things she used to do while at her previous jobs, she still finds herself second-guessing herself because it’s still all so new.
[24:00] What kinds of role models has Laurie had?
[29:40] What can the profession do better to attract younger talent?
[36:10] Laurie recommends the book The Servant, by James C. Hunter.
Mentioned in This Episode:
The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership Book, by James C. Hunter