Nancy Grabe
Q: Where did you attend college?
A: Drew University
Q: What degree did you receive?
A: I know a psychology, sociology, cultural anthropology and world religion, BS Breakfast School of Social work Masters in clinical social work
Q: Did you go to your dream college?
A: I'm not sure I had a dream college but I loved my undergraduate
Q: Do you think your college education was necessary for your success in business?
A: Absolutely but I wish I had taught more business skills
Q: Who or what led you to your current career path?
A: I wanted to protect other children from troubles I had gone through
Q: Was your current career your first choice, or did you switch?
A: I've done several things I've been a mortgage broker I worked in a florist shop and I've been a therapist at multiple places. But being a private practitioner has been my favorite
Q: Was mentorship significant to your business journey?
A: Mentorship is important for every part of life. I do mentoring and receive mentoring.
Q: How do you approach networking and the building of professional relationships?
A: Gives Gain, as I help others they think of me and help me too.
Q: What is the ratio of males to females in your business?
A: Highly female
Q: Have you observed or been affected by a wage gap between men and women in your field?
A: Don't believe it's a big difference. Learning to negotiate and advocate for yourself is the trick
Q: How have you asserted yourself as a powerful woman in your field.
A: Speaking, building up others and continually learning - continuing ed credits.
Q: What has been your biggest tool in gaining credibility in the business world?
A: Speaking
Q: How does social media, if at all, impact your business?
A: Helps people know me.
Q: What is the best piece of advice you have ever been given?
A: Don't undervalue yourself.
Q: Lastly, what would be the number one piece of advice you would give to your high school self?
A: Learn book keeping and get comfortable with networking.
