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<\/p>\nWhile I am a new face in Sales, I have been a team member of Christensen\u2019s for almost 8 years now. I have worn many hats during my time here. I began my journey with Receiving and Deliveries and then onto Hardscape Yard Operations which then lead to Sales. While I was excited about the promotion and eager to start a new position, as with starting anything new, there\u2019s always a learning curve. Along with the changes at work, I started a new hobby, competitive shooting, that taught me many things I could apply to my new position. Here are some of the lessons I\u2019ve learned from simultaneously taking on these two new endeavors.<\/p>\n
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My biggest takeaway has been holding myself accountable in different situations. I\u2019m only as successful as I make myself. While I am on a sales \u2018team\u2019, taking care of customers is a very individualized activity. Like shooting, I personally need to ensure the success of my customers\u2019 visit, just as I ensure the score I receive when in competition. My preparation and attention to detail need to be top-notch each time I go into the yard to pull material. I need to be sure that I have the correct paperwork, the right plants, the healthiest plants, the best substitutions to suggest, if we don\u2019t have a variety, and so on and so forth. As I go onto the course for shooting, I know that my preparation will make a difference in my score. Knowing the course, having reloads ready and planned, and being in the right gear all are important factors.<\/p>\n
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In both activities, speed and precision are key. It won\u2019t make a difference to you, our customer, how fast I was able to load your order if I didn\u2019t get it correct. So, while I strive to get you back to your job site as quickly as possible, I always need to be aware of my precision.<\/p>\n
Other lessons I\u2019ve picked up include simple things like removing small distractions and focusing on the task at hand. Communication, adaptability, active listening, and the ability to work out any problems that might arise are dominant attributes in forming customer relationships.<\/p>\n
It can be easy to become frustrated and discouraged when starting new endeavors. The idea of \u201cnew\u201d is scary for many people. Personal and professional accountability can help ease some of those worries. The implementation of these essential qualities greatly assisted to curb some of the difficulties and challenges I found may arise. With my first year in sales behind me, I can confidently say most of the worries I had were unfounded. I couldn\u2019t have asked for a better year at a company I appreciate, and I look forward to another great year ahead.<\/p>\n
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