From guest blogger, and Old Republic Surety agent, Kara Skinner gives a glimpse into her "why" behind her book The Little Black Bond Book.
When I first entered the world of surety bonds, it was a landscape dominated by experienced professionals, most of whom didn’t look like me. As a young woman in a male-dominated industry, I quickly realized that I needed to be on top of my game. I knew I had to study harder and be more prepared. That’s when I started a little habit that would eventually become The Little Black Bond Book.
I kept a small notebook in my desk, filled with lessons learned, new terms, and insights about surety bonds. This notebook became my secret weapon, a place where I could track what I needed to know to hold my own in meetings and conversations. But as time went on and I grew more comfortable in my knowledge, I stopped using it regularly. It was tucked away in a drawer for years, forgotten as my career progressed.