SRQ Magazine | She Roars—Fortitude, October 2024 - Neal Communities

SRQ Magazine | She Roars - Fortitude

October 2024

IVORY MATTHEWS

VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNITY & GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS, NEAL COMMUNITIES

Change your mind, change your life.

WHAT IS YOUR SINGLE, MOST SIGNIFICANT STRENGTH AND HOW HAVE YOU UTILIZED IT TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT WITHIN AN ORGANIZATIONAL OR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP ROLE?

My success has largely stemmed from my strong communication skills. Whether in my personal life or my work in public policy, I've made a significant impact by embracing and navigating difficult conversations. I'm good at articulating thoughts during challenging situations. I also take pride in acknowledging the hard work of my team and making sure that I am giving feedback and praise. I've made it a priority to confidently share my own achievements. Recognizing that women often face challenges in celebrating their accomplishments, I strive to openly discuss my successes and the impact of my work because I am very proud of it.

WHAT IS YOUR “SECRET SAUCE?”

The power of A-S-K.

DESCRIBE YOUR OWN OUTLOOK ON LIFE IN SIX WORDS.

Life is long, stay flexible.

PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE: EVERY DAY I AM THANKFUL FOR... never listening to the people who want to see me fail.

NEAL COMMUNITIES

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