Pamela Kettle
currently freelancing
Collinsville, TX USA
"I am a firm believer that forks in the road are a good thing even if you get detoured a bit. You can always find your way to great experiences—it's all in your attitude."
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Pamela's work combines: Entrepreneurship, Journalism, and Communicating / Sharing Stories
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Pano Senior High School
Bachelor's Degree
Journalism/Broadcasting
University of Texas at Austin, TX
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Bachelor's Degree: Journalism/Broadcasting
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Life & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
After college, I worked in the news business as an anchor, producer, and reporter in Waco, TX. Loved it but got a chance to travel the world and make travel documentaries for four years—BEST JOB EVER!
2.
After my travel job, didn't want back in news business, got into Corporate events and theater and found my new passion.
3.
Had a baby, quit my corporate job and started my own company, PK Works, at the same time.
4.
Went on to celebrate 25 years in business with PK Works and really excelled in family and work.
5.
So, what I'm pointing out, and what I have always told my three daughters—life isn't a straight line, it's a series of detours, just make sure you are prepared when new opportunity knocks.
6.
I am a firm believer that forks in the road are a good thing even if you get detoured a bit, you can always find your way to great experiences, it's all in your attitude.
7.
After my three back surgeries and total knee replacement, I thought I would never feel well enough to work again. Thanks for PT, I'm 100% and ready to work.
8.
I retired but I miss telling stories and want to get back to it.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Peers:
I have been told that I'm impatient and I totally agree—I want to get things done and get them right and on deadline.
How I responded:
I always tell people that I tend to be impatient but that's a good thing. It shows I'm driven, focused, and certain of my goals.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
In the past three years I had three back surgeries and a total knee replacement. I'm bionic now and ready to return to work.