Words of wisdom I would give:
- Stay focused and never take “no” for an answer. You never know what that person you are talking to is going through that day and if you try back in a week/month, or so, they’ll probably forget they ever talked to you.
- Never be too proud to learn from someone else or to ask questions.
- Remember the only time you fail is by not trying.
- Always find the positive in every situation you are in.
- Be resilient, learn from your mistakes.
- Network, network, network.
- Always ask if there is anyone else you can talk to at their company, or other companies, when you are in a meeting or on phone call.
- Always be pleasant and persistent.
- Never give up and kill them with kindness.
- Always have a firm handshake and look the person in the eye.
- Always remember God gave us two ears and one mouth.
- Get the person talking and listen as much as you can.
Lynn Hummer
Mathews & Company
San Clemente, CA