16 - What's Your Secret Sauce?

1)
Loyalty - I am dedicated to holding my word and always being there for those who are there for me

Empathy - I do my best to "put myself in another's shoes" and try to understand their perspective and why they feel that way.

Logical - I tend to approach things from a very data and fact-based perspective.

Experience Selling - I've worked for multiple years selling tech devices on the floor by conversing with customers, understanding their needs, and recommending the best solution.

Genuineness - For better or worse, I am not good at lying. I like to be honest and straight forward with everyone I meet, which is important to developing strong relationships in business and life in general.

2) Unfortunately, I conducted the 5 interviews, taking notes on pad and paper, without realizing the conversations needed to be recorded. Some of the interviews were done over phone, while some were done in person.

I spoke to my girlfriend, a few friends, as well as my parents. They did speak on my loyalty; that they all felt I would always be there for them need be. They all discussed that I'm very caring and good at taking others into consideration at all times. A few commented on my good posture, combined with my height, and how it helps me be presentable. My dad reminded my that I am a certified Cricket cell phone dealer, which gave me hands-on experience selling a specific product and service to a specific market segment.

3)
Others often tell me I seem confident, which is certainly not always how I feel. As someone who has struggled with insecurity and social anxieties, it was interesting to hear that most people don't perceive those things from me. My perceptions are more mental, and not outwardly projected. I generally am not one to brag or believe that I'm special in anyway, but my friends and family highlighted the things that make me unique, which I believe I should focus on to become a more complete and whole me.