JANA SAYS: NEVER, NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP

For some years now, I've worked with an amazing person by the name of Jana Holstein. She is one of my most seasoned staff members and is the Managing Editor of Somerset Memories, Somerset Digital Studio, Somerset Workshop, and the upcoming new title called Somerset Apprentice. She's also our all-around dependable cleaner-upper of assorted last-minute editorial snafoos.

Her motto is to "never, never, never give up." Isn't that GREAT?! Such optimism and can-do spirit. Unbeknownst to her, there have been many times I've looked to her determination during challenges to proceed in like fashion and never, never, never give up. Her strong writing, her charming way with people, her organizational skill, her ability to never take herself too seriously (i.e., professional humility), and her ability to recover and move forward in times of challenges are attributes that endear people to her.

Here's one of my favorite signs she has posted in her space ... a reminder to all of us that we ought to think before we speak (or in this case, think before we push the "reply all" (or "send all") button). 

Every time I see the sign I crack up thinking of all the (in hindsight) funny episodes of blunders made via electronic communication. And I enjoy laughing out loud with Jana about all the (in hindsight) funny office-related experiences we've gathered over the years. If you are a creator of works that might fit for the titles Jana manages, feel free to shoot her an e-mail at jholstein@stampington.com. You'll be in for a treat as you get to know this TRULY remarkable person.

Comments

[vie chaotique]

This reply all sign is fabulous. Where I used to work, our boss, who was a simpleton but thought the world of himself, actually sent a mail that was supposed to go just to HR with a new employee's salary. Instead it was sent out to all 10,000 employees. Of course it was embarassing for the new hire but my evil twin loved the boss' error in judgement.

[Deborah]

The "never never never" quote comes up in a great little movie we discovered last week. It's called "Martian Child." It may have gone straight to dvd as I don't remember it in the theaters. It an amazing story about being yourself and letting those around you be themselves. I really loved it, plus it starts Jon Cusack, who I adore.

[carlene]

GO Jana...(I'm a fan!) ;)