{"id":200,"date":"2022-08-05T10:38:08","date_gmt":"2022-08-05T15:38:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/?p=200"},"modified":"2022-08-05T10:42:08","modified_gmt":"2022-08-05T15:42:08","slug":"work-friendships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/culture\/work-friendships\/","title":{"rendered":"From Autodesk colleagues to lifelong friends"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-1519-Cropped-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Colleen Lucksinger and Shona McMoran stand outside of the Autodesk office in Boston.\" class=\"wp-image-202\" width=\"576\" height=\"432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-1519-Cropped-1-1.jpg 576w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-1519-Cropped-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Colleen Lucksinger<\/strong> is a Sales Learning &amp; Programs Lead based in Denver, Colorado. <strong>Shona McMoran<\/strong> is a Senior Manager, Global License Compliance Audit Services based in Boston, Massachusetts. The two met at Autodesk\u2019s Denver office back in December 2009 \u2013 and they\u2019ve been best friends ever since!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cColleen and I were on different teams in the company when we were assigned to work together on a very difficult initiative,\u201d Shona says. \u201cThis project sure tested our brain powers! We quickly realized the importance of working hard, but also getting to know each other and having fun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cShona\u2019s brains understood my vision,\u201d says Colleen. \u201cThis, combined with our tenacity and joy, equaled an instant connection!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From their work on this challenging project, Colleen and Shona decided to start a Fun Committee in the Denver office to provide an outlet for others to get to know each other and have the social aspect that is critical to many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-7005.jpg\" alt=\"Colleen Lucksinger and Shona McMoran stand at their desks wearing Denver Broncos hats and jerseys for a sports-themed Call Out Day in the office. Colleen is wearing oversized orange glasses and holds up a foam finger.\" class=\"wp-image-203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-7005.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-7005-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-7005-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPersonally, I was in awe of Colleen and, as an introvert early in my career, I aspired to learn as much as I could from her,\u201d Shona says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Taking things offline<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"575\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-5189-Cropped.jpg\" alt=\"At a &quot;crawfather&quot; fundraiser, Colleen Lucksinger and Shona McMoran stand in front of a red and white plaid backdrop with large foam lobster claws on their hands.\" class=\"wp-image-204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-5189-Cropped.jpg 575w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-5189-Cropped-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Colleen and Shona soon discovered they had a lot in common, so they started to do activities together outside of the office. Over the years, they\u2019ve enjoyed listening to live music, exercising at Zumba or FIT36, getting massages (\u201cfollowed by light beer and a salad!\u201d), and spending nights out dancing or at the theater.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Their relationship has grown from mentor-mentee to team members to sponsors and sounding boards. They share their professional difficulties and exciting ideas for each other\u2019s input.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>\u201cWhen you have a problem, Shona will solve it,\u201d Colleen says. \u201cWhen you need to get a break from life, she\u2019ll plan the entire getaway where you\u2019ll smile, laugh and cry, all at the same time together. And when you need a costume partner, she\u2019s the one!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThrough all my life experiences, Colleen has been there for me, reminding me to be resilient and strong and to celebrate small achievements while leaning on others,\u201d says Shona.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"460\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-0446-Cropped.jpg\" alt=\"Colleen Lucksinger and Shona McMoran stand in a hallway dressed as the twins from the movie &quot;The Shining&quot; for Halloween.\" class=\"wp-image-205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-0446-Cropped.jpg 460w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-0446-Cropped-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe commit to each other to be there to appreciate life together and to pick each other up in the hard times. We\u2019ve celebrated promotions, finding love, buying houses, and hitting fitness goals! From big to small, good to bad, we share it all.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A culture of belonging<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAutodesk creates an environment where people can be themselves, championing values like humility, integrity, and courage \u2013 which are also critical in personal relationships,\u201d Shona says. \u201cMy favorite thing about Autodesk is the people.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Colleen echoes Shona\u2019s thoughts, \u201cwith the benefits as a very close second.\u201d She says these two reasons alone are why everyone should consider working at Autodesk. \u201cOver my 12 years here, I\u2019ve worked with people who have raised me up as an impactful person, and led me to my most favorite job I\u2019ve ever had!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cNot only is Autodesk a place where you can truly be yourself, count on others to help you achieve goals, and experience personal growth, but it is also a place where you can have fun,\u201d Shona replies. \u201cAutodesk walks the walk when it comes to caring about employees\u2019 wellness holistically and making a difference in the world. To me, that is everything!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Friendship knows no bounds<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A few years ago, Shona moved from Denver to Boston. Their relationship has changed since the move, but the two have become even more intentional about their friendship because of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"661\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-8188-Cropped-2.jpg\" alt=\"Shona McMoran and Colleen Lucksinger stand on a balcony with the city of Boston in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-8188-Cropped-2.jpg 413w, https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/autodesk-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/IMG-8188-Cropped-2-187x300.jpg 187w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>\u201cColleen threw me a \u2018Peace Out\u2019 party when I left Denver,\u201d Shona laughs. \u201cWhen I arrived in Boston she came, notebook in hand, with a list of pros and cons to start our Massachusetts tour in search of my new home!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traveling back and forth between Denver and Boston and virtual happy hours are now the main ways the two friends keep in touch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI am planning a birthday trip to Paris in the fall, and everyone who is coming is also an Autodesker,\u201d Shona says. \u201cMy core circle of friends has gradually become mostly Autodesk people, which is not surprising.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAnd yes \u2013 Colleen will be there!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Friendships at work can positively impact your life and career. 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