Katie Samsel
From her post as a barista, Katie is known for doing so much more than pulling espresso. That’s because she’s on a mission to treat every customer as a friend, add light and laughter to people’s day through coffee and create safe space within the service industry.
Who is the biggest influence in your life? Why?
I’m surrounded by so many incredible humans who influence and inspire me to be a better human everyday in so many different ways. I don’t think there is just one.
One year from today, how do you hope you’re different?
I don’t hope that I’m different, I just hope that I’ve grown and that I love and know myself more than I do now.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
“Don’t ever half ass anything you do, otherwise it’s not worth your time at all.”
“The biggest obstacle in my life so far is learning how to rely only on myself for what I need and my happiness.”
What makes you feel proud?
I feel proud when I’ve poured an entire shift of great looking latte art while loving on and serving my community.
What’s been the biggest obstacle in your life so far?
The biggest obstacle in my life so far is learning how to rely only on myself for what I need and my happiness.
What keeps you up at night?
Honestly, not a lot. I try to be diligent about leaving work issues at the door when I come home so I can enjoy my time off and rest.
katie is one of 100 women we have featured in the inaugural issue of Hundred Magazine. To learn more about her and the other 99 women, buy the issue.
