Martha Soehren

Soehren combines her knowledge of human resources, TQM, and efficiency to manage one of the nation’s largest corporate universities and employee training programs. As someone who helps others excel in their jobs, Soehren’s definition of a successful career is concise. “Having a job you love in a great company that aligns with your passion and aspirations = A successful career.”

How do you define a successful career? 

My equation is fairly simple here. Having a job you love in a great company that aligns with your passion and aspirations = A successful career. I have a successful career.

What’s the best trick for maintaining the personal-professional life balance? 

There’s no trick or sleight of hand, because that balance simply doesn’t exist. That said, I work toward personal-professional life flexibility by ensuring that I schedule the things that are important, like time with family and friends; time at the spa and gym; and time to just think. Generally – if I schedule it, it gets done.

When not in the office, where are we most likely to find you? 

That’s an easy one. Spending time with family and enjoying life.