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title: Meet Luminary Member, Allison Goldstein
description: Tell us a bit about yourself! How did you get started with your current career path/business journey?
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# [Meet Luminary Member, Allison Goldstein](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/meet-luminary-member-allison-goldstein)

 Written by [Luminary](https://www.weareluminary.com/member-highlight/author/luminary) | Jul 6, 2021 2:45:00 PM

**<https://www.luminary-nyc.com/memberships> **

**Tell us a bit about yourself! How did you get started with your current career path/business journey?**

I've always loved the written word. After graduating with degrees in English and Brain & Cognitive Science, I worked in-house at a publisher for 6+ years in editorial and marketing roles. I eventually felt too far removed from the authors and their manuscripts and decided to strike out on my own, and I've been writing and editing independently for the last 5 years.

**What behavior or personality trait do you most attribute your success to, and why?**

I am an extremely reliable person. If I commit to doing something, I do it.

**What’s a mistake you made early on in your career, or in your business, and what did you learn from it?**

I undervalued myself. I probably am still undervaluing myself as a result.

**What’s one professional skill you’re currently working on?**

Setting boundaries with clients and staying within the scope of work.

**How do you invite others to take a seat at the table?**

I volunteer to mentor students at my alma mater who are interested in going into careers in writing/publishing.

**What is one thing you wish you knew a year ago?**

That we'd have a vaccine for COVID by 2021.

**What impact has Luminary made in your career? eg: Business Generated, Revenue, New Clients, Career Connections, Advancement Opportunities** 

I have just joined as a fellow, so I'm excited to see the impact it will have!

 

*CONNECT!*

[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/allisonthestein/)

[Twitter](https://twitter.com/goldthought)

[Website](http://www.allisonlgoldstein.com)

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