Rachel Lindley

Yardi

By Erica Rascón on Apr 3, 2013 in People

Numerous personal transitions have sharpened Rachel Lindley’s ability to adapt to anything that life hurls her way. The Sales Executive for Affordable Housing has worn many hats at Yardi, relocated across the country, and is raising a large family while maintaining a positive disposition. Her key to success? Focusing on what matters, which has consistently boiled down to a high regard for the team she works with and the people that she works for.

After leaving behind her life as a stay at home mom, Rachel landed a role as an administrative assistant for Classic. She soon transitioned into a support team member in the Atlanta office. It was a perfect match that maintained her interest even after the Yardi acquisition. “When I was in a support role with Classic, I really enjoyed working with people who needed my help and were grateful for it. It felt like I made a difference. In sales with Yardi, I help companies and individuals find out what’s best for them and their growth. I get to use my background in customer service and I love helping them.” Even as job descriptions change, keeping her eye on the needs of others helps Rachel transition with grace.

Though she could not have foreseen herself as a Sales Executive in her youth, she loves where she has landed. “I’m naturally a bit introverted and a bit shy,” she shrugs. “It took a while to get used to talking to people and putting myself out there.”

Being introverted does not mean that Rachel is a homebody. Her love of the outdoors has always played a huge role in fulfilling her sense of adventure. “I grew up hunting and fishing,” she admits, her voice instantly igniting. “I really enjoy hunting in the North Georgia Mountains. I’ve got so many pictures of my family and me in camo and orange—I looked like a boy,” she laughs.  Rachel’s interest in outdoor sports was undoubtedly sparked by her father. The first gift that she remembered receiving from him was a rifle for her seventh birthday.

Her understanding of nature and basic survival skills has not outlived its usefulness. Primarily, Rachel is the sort of woman that you would want to team up with during the zombie apocalypse. Secondly, she has dreams of living off of the grid during retirement. “Preferably, I’d be one of those self-sufficient sorts: living off of the grid, harvesting rainwater, farming. I like to read up on that when I can.” She has yet to finalize any plans. Relocating to Phoenix has kept her busy.

Rachel transferred to Phoenix two years ago. While she misses her beloved Georgia Mountains, she has adapted to the desert conditions with ease—along with her husband and fellow Yardi employee, Brad Lindley and their team of six kids. “I do miss Georgia but we still enjoy getting outside with family, camping, fishing, and hiking when we can, especially up in Payson.”  Her family thrives in breezy summer evenings and the cooler months where they spend most of their free time outdoors. “There are plenty of parks and so much to do. It’s wonderful! And I love the sense of community here.” When the stifling heat traps them indoors, Rachel takes culinary adventures with the kids as an alternative. “I adore cooking but not the mess that I make in the kitchen.”

Overall, Rachel’s upbringing has taught her the value of creative problem solving and adapting to varying professional and personal environments. Perhaps above all, she has learned the timeless lesson that anything worth having is worth working for.  Rachel dedicates her patience and attentiveness to meeting clients’ needs. Those same characteristics are used to help her become a better mother day by day. Yardi culture has helped her meet personal and career goals.  “I’m with everyone else: Yardi culture is awesome. I appreciate the work-life balance, the flexibility we’re given to help us be good employees with strong family lives. I’m proud to say that I’m happy going to work each day. ”