Publisher’s Letter

Adversity: A Good Thing …

a few words from the publisher

There comes a time in every woman’s life when she realizes one of two (or even both) things:

  1. That she CAN become so much more.
  2. That she HAS become so much more.

I encourage all women, along with myself, to face our challenges head-on. These adversities are placed in our path so we can develop ourselves to our greatest potential in life. Looking at my circle of friends, I can truly say that the “successful ones” have gotten there through perseverance and with a heavy dose of humility.

These qualities ring true when working on their careers, their families and their own personal self-development. Sure, there are moments when life seems to be smooth sailing, the birds are chirping and nothing wrong can come our way, but it’s the times where it takes great effort to put on a smile when faced with the pressures of work, family, finances and illness that demonstrate our true character. The true test of a woman is revealed in the face of adversity. At the end of every test taken, a more confident and intelligent woman emerges. Some women take on the test of life everyday; women like Patti Hart, CEO of International Game Technology, who is featured on the cover of this issue.

On page 42, Patti Hart speaks with Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Florendo in one of the most inspiring interviews in the history of Las Vegas Woman. In fact, Florendo put it this way: “I want to take the audio recording of this interview with Patti Hart, put it on my iPhone and listen to it every morning for motivation and inspiration.”

With a humble confidence, Hart is a woman who succeeds in getting business done in a male-dominated industry. She tells us that we all have it within ourselves to become successful and I’d like to believe that she is absolutely correct.

I dedicate this issue of Las Vegas Woman to our readers. Whatever challenges you may be facing, remain inspired. Recently, I heard a statement that has stuck with me since: You may not be who you want to be, but thank God you are not who you used to be.

Do your best and you will always come out a better woman.

Embrace life, community and yourself,

Tammy Shaw-Shaffer

Publisher

Las Vegas Woman®

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