Career path

Growing up my parents were always there for me to guide and provide support.  My mother was voice of reason and my father was more of this is what you do and continue to do it and you will succeed.  Straight up and in your face.  

One thing he always taught me was don't shit where you eat.  He would say be careful on pissing people off in whatever you do cause it could haunt your ass down the road.  Just do the right thing and keep your mouth shut when you need to.  Oh and work your ass off, he would say.  This couldn't be anymore truthful.  

My sales career has spanned 20 years already and cannot believe how fast it has gone.  But in this span of time I have run into, did business with, partnered with and reached out for help to people that I have worked with throughout my career.  Even now I am close with customers and associates from 30 years ago.  Everything from keeping in touch with past employers, to keeping linkedin updated, staying in touch with old customers and even developing rapport with competitive reps.  These things have been instrumental in advancing my career forward.  Now working my absolute ass of and driving forward and not being satisfied have also contributed. So I guess I am becoming my father in saying "don't shit where you eat."  Love you Dad!  Oh and and love you too, Mom!  ;)

Shawn