I know that most of us don't like our jobs. Most of us see work as a means to an end ($$$). But every once in a while, a job comes around that not only fulfills our monetary needs, but also helps fill some of our spiritual and emotional needs as well. I have found one of those jobs. Would you believe me if I told you that it was in sales? I know, you're probably laughing or rolling your eyes, but believe me when I say that this sales job I have is the greatest thing to happen to me since my son was born. I am challenged daily, I have to think outside the box at all times, I have to be completely self motivated, I have to be organized (the skill of organization has not been with me since birth), and most of all, I have to stay positive. Not because the clients want to hear positive salesmen, but because in sales you have to look at people telling you no and clients who reject you as a positive thing.
I can hear it... Phil's lost his marbles. He's sadistic. He takes pleasure in failure and rejection. While you may be on the right track, it's not the whole story. The truth is, I see rejection and "no" in this business as a step closer to something positive. I'm learning what not to do every time I hear a no. Hearing "no" is the best teacher I have. However, the only way this kind of thinking can work is if you have a good sales system... and do I ever! I get top notch sales training weekly and I can truly say that I would be lost right now if it weren't for Sandler.
Before this turns into an advertising pitch for Crossroads Business Development, I just wanted to let everyone in on where I am right now in my daily struggle to work this job and continuing my job at the group homes. While this positive attitude is stronger some days than on others, I still maintain it daily. And you know what the craziest thing about me loving my job is? I have yet to sell a thing. "No" is the only word I've heard to this point. That is how I know I have found one of those truly special, God-sent, jobs. I hope you all are experiencing the same thing. If not, be patient, keep your eyes open, and don't be afraid to jump off the cliff when the door opens up.
6 comments:
i am happy for you. you have a great attitude--you are going to be successful because you have the right perspective. after being in sales, i know what you mean about being told "no". although i was not in a traditional sales position (pharmaceuticals) and no money or billing information was ever exchanged,
i did run into the "my mind's already made up look" or the "i really don't have time for this right now smoke screen" or the ever so popular "i already prescribe your drug mantra" which when they said that meant it wasn't true.
but it is all about believing in what you are doing....which it sounds like you really do. so to you i wish all the best. let us all know how it's going from time to time. especially when you finally get that first "yes"!
Hey bud that is great to hear that you are getting outside the box. However I don't want to spoil your party, but now you have to step outside of the rhombus... No but all joking aside, I think you understand sales... I mean being in sales is not what I ever thought I would have anything to do, but here I am. I have also had to really learn to trust God and have faith in Him knowing that he is completly in control. That was tough especially since we now have a new baby etc. I mean your and my direction can all turn in just one small momment from times and money is thin to nada, to we get a huge payoff on one closed deal or contract. I spent many a sleepless in seattle nights since moving into our new home. I finally had enough one night and at 2am got on my knees and said "Lord I am done. I am not going to worry about this anymore. You told me that you would take care of me and that you would provide all my needs. From this night forward I am dong worrying." And to be honest from that night on I have not worried about it. I mean from time to time Satan will try to sneak it up on me, but I squash it. Also note that I didn't neccessarily pray that God would give me what I want but rather what I need. I am still learning about asking for the desires of my heart and how that all works out. One last thing. Just when we were basically broke, we sold our home and close on the 29th of Jan. Give it up for the G O D.
wow, guys. Thank you so much for the encouragement. you have no idea how much it means.
Congrats. on the sale of your home rich! that's huge! G to the O to the D, whoop whoop!
Jesus is what? Awesome. Jesus is where? In the House!!
you're right on track w/everything you said philly. no is the best thing. i can't tell you how many times i've heard or read from successful people that failure is the only way to the top. keep going and god will bless. as i've said a hundred times....everything of worth comes w/a price. i think i've said that to a lotof people lately. love you bro
I'm so happy to see you happy and loving what you do! I know right now is trying, especially w/ 2 jobs (1 of which you'd like to leave soon) and trying to get by each month. It's very hard to not get stressed out about what we'll do when the beginning of the month comes, but I trust you and I trust God. I have to remind myself constantly throughout the day that He'll provide, He always has. I trust you when you say it's just a matter of time. Luv ya
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