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Lena Long

Lena Long

Atrium Real Estate Services

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Lena's work combines: Numbers, Business, and Accomplishing Goals

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Day In The Life

Appraiser Trainee

I write applraisals for the TxDOT and other municipalities.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

    Bastrop High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning

    Texas State University-San Marcos

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Appraisers & Assessors of Real Estate:

Bachelor's Degree: Business Statistics

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Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Parents:

    I have changed jobs 4 times before ending up here. I have heard many times that every time I quit I will start back at the bottom.

  • How I responded:

    here is nothing wrong with changing jobs a lot. You have to keep searching until you find the right fit. I may still be searching.

Experiences and challenges that shaped me

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  • I am horrible at tests and focusing. But I am great at going to class and getting my homework done. If a teacher sees that you are giving an effort they will help you a lot.