Why is honoring achievement important? How does it impact our business community?
I think honoring achievement is important because it inspires individuals and teams to continue striving for excellence. These acknowledgements build confidence and a sense of pride, motivating everyone to aim higher. Recognizing and honoring achievements also cultivates a supportive environment where employees feel valued and appreciated. This kind of validation can differentiate businesses from their competitors and help establish a strong reputation. When employees receive recognition for their achievements, it serves as a powerful positive reinforcement, strengthening their emotional connection to their role and the organization. This public acknowledgment stimulates pride in their work and helps them understand which behaviors and outcomes are valued, inspiring them to continue contributing at a high level.
Honoring an employee’s achievements set benchmarks for employee engagement and ethical practices, encouraging other businesses in the community to adopt similar values. This promotes a “Culture of Recognition,” where appreciation and respect become normative, helping the business community thrive and remain competitive.
What is the single most important thing you have learned throughout your career that would inspire others/other women?
The single most important thing I’ve learned throughout my career is belief — to believe in yourself, your goals, your skillset, your abilities, your drive, your talent. When you have that belief, you can do anything and make anything happen, and others will see it and believe it, too.
This strong self-belief enables me to make clear decisions and embrace leadership opportunities, earning trust and influencing others for greater career impact. It has made me a more confident individual and a more effective team leader and motivator, contributing to a stable and successful organizational culture. This belief in myself helps me tackle challenges, bounce back from setbacks and learn from mistakes. I believe people want to work with a confident person who can impart confidence to others on the team by being their biggest supporter, teacher and motivator.
What do you think we can do – now – to make a difference for young people/women in Arizona?
One-on-one mentorship is among the most meaningful things that can make a difference in a young person’s life. Mentorship offers young professionals in the law and corporate world a powerful catalyst for growth, confidence and career advancement. I believe mentorship is a great way to speed up learning by sharing insider tips and offering helpful feedback that boosts confidence.
I enjoy helping a young attorney set goals, improve key skills and even get noticed at work. But it’s not just about the technical side; I can guide them on the unspoken rules of the workplace, like how to handle conflicts, deal with office politics and keep a healthy work-life balance. I can facilitate introductions to important people and help them build lasting connections. Most importantly, I encourage attorneys just beginning their career to be yourself and be authentic by reflecting on who you are as a person, knowing what you’re good at, and where you can grow — making the whole work journey a lot smoother and more meaningful.
In A Few Words
- What was the last course, certification or training you took to improve yourself professionally? aaa
- What would you say is a single characteristic OTHERS might attribute to you that defines your success? Genuine
- What is the one thing you feel you could work on professionally to be a greater success? Strategy
- What is the one professional skill you have that has gotten you where you are today? Listening
- What is the single greatest issue facing Arizona today? aaa
About Me
Susie Ingold is a seasoned trial lawyer and has tried cases in State and Federal courts. She has argued cases at the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals as well as the Arizona Court of Appeals. In the business community, Ingold is an executive board member of the Arizona Humane Society, and was member of Valley Leadership, Class XXXIV.
