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17 years ago, I started working at Staples as a second job. I was barely making my rent and my car bill was always late, sometimes 2 months behind. I picked up the second job only to make another $7.45 and hour. I remember being so hungry for lunch, but my account was in overdraft 80% of the time so “meeting friends for lunch” wasn’t even something that ever crossed my mind. I was more than broke – I couldn’t even afford to ride the struggle bus. I can remember walking down to Kroger on lunch, scraping up a few dimes and nickels to buy their $0.50 cornbread. This was my reality. I didn’t have extra money for anything more than the rent and carnote I was already late on, diapers, baby formula, gas, and minimal groceries. As a man, I felt like a failure. I did this for 2 years before getting my first break that launched my career. Listen, if you are struggling, dirt poor, and feel like giving up – remember that you are not alone. There is purpose in your struggle. There are lessons to be learned. There is strength gained in the valley. I’ll never forget that cornbread. I think about it all the time and it has been a remeinder to that keeps me humble. Everyone should have a cornbread moment – so they are more appreciative for the steak. #FailForward

What a journey... Ten years ago, I worked at Sainsbury's without clear direction. I had failed all my GCSEs and wasn't taking work seriously. That changed at 26 when I saw a video by motivational speaker Eric Thomas. His words struck a chord, pushing me to quit my job and start my own clothing brand, "Getbusy Clothing." With no experience, I taught myself Photoshop to design my logo and started selling T-shirts on Instagram. The response was positive, allowing me to reinvest in more stock. I even took a £7.5k loan from a payday lender to expand, despite its high-interest rates. This risky move paid off; my clothing line began selling internationally, and I started vlogging my journey. Despite my family's scepticism, I pressed on, meeting influential people like Stormzy and David Haye. My dedication led me to support young students in their career paths. After 15 failed interviews, I landed a job at a FTSE 100 recruitment company, eventually progressed to become the Manager of the Primary Team at Qualiteach. Now, I'm close to being debt-free, with just one payment remaining. My journey is still ongoing, but I've learned that hard work and the right mindset can take you far. Thank you, Eric Thomas, for igniting my transformation. #Recruitment #Motivation

I am excited to share some of my key achievements during the end of my first year at Chisholm Institution, which I believe reflect my commitment to driving operational excellence and delivering exceptional services. Accomplishments Revamped PrintRoom and MailRoom Processes: Implemented strategic changes to enhance services and organizational efficiency. Boosted Print Requests: Achieved a remarkable 13% increase in print requests, demonstrating the effectiveness of process improvements. Introduced Expedited Turnaround Service: Implemented a minimum 3-day turnaround service for standard jobs, during none peak periods, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction. Zero Complaints: Successfully reduced the number of complaints to 0% per month, signifying a significant improvement in service quality and customer experience. Decreased Late Jobs: Reduced the percentage of late jobs from 18% to 5% by the end of 2023, with 2024 late jobs standing at an impressive 0%. Efficient Peak Period Management: Flattened down peak periods, eliminating the need for overtime during peak periods and ensuring seamless operations. Diversified Services: Introduced new services, including signage, picture framing, and wide format, expanding the institution's service portfolio. Recognised for Innovation: Nominated for two institution awards in recognition of innovative contributions to the organisation.

Let me tell you about a time when I quit. I worked at Winners (Canada’s version of TJ Maxx) for two years when I was about 19, starting as a cashier and then moving to customer service. I started to pick up a few shifts in the warehouse, and I loved it there. The warehouse team was fun, working at a fast pace with music playing.. No angry customers, and it felt like a real team effort. So, I asked to be transferred there or at least have more warehouse shifts. But the store manager told me I was too good at customer service, which I was—but I didn’t enjoy it. After that, I didn’t get any more warehouse shifts. Then, one week, I was scheduled to work in the shoe department, even though I’d never worked on the floor before. I showed up for my shift, and within two hours, I realised I hated it. On my 15-minute break, I did some quick calculations and decided I could afford a couple of weeks of unemployment while I found something new. So, I walked over to the duty manager and quit on the spot. Looking back, it’s the only time I’ve ever walked away from a job so suddenly. But I just couldn’t spend another minute in a role that drained me, at a company I could see didn't value me. Now, with what I know about strengths, I see how powerful it is when people are allowed to thrive in what they enjoy and excel at. It makes all the difference. Have you ever had a moment where you just had to walk away? Let me know in the comments.

Life of a Product Analyst: E 01 A good day's work at the BRAC office in Dasuria, Ishwardi, Pabna. Almost 40 degrees temperature, in an office with no AC and severe load shedding, but all in all, great fulfillment in learning the field activities of Social Empowerment and Legal Protection Program of BRAC and how they impact lives of the less-privileged society. Takeaway: A product analyst must understand the daily life and activities of the end users before envisioning the structure of the Product. The interactions can instigate revolutionary changes to your initial vision of the product. My wonderful team from BRAC IT will try to reflect the learnings of the field operations in the new Management Information System we are developing to facilitate the rural level operations of the BRAC SELP Program. #Product_Analyst #Product_Management #Product_Manager #Social_Empowerment #BRAC #BRAC_IT #BRAC_SELP

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I'm thrilled to share my journey at CloudTask , a place that resonates deeply with my values and vision. This experience mirrors the essence of the video I'm discussing – it's about finding a role that's more than just a paycheck; it's about discovering a purpose in life. As professionals, we may not always have all the answers, but in this era of social revolution, our job searches go beyond financial rewards. We seek roles that fulfill our life's purpose. For years, I navigated through various roles, searching for not just the right job, but the right niche – my true north star. Now, at CloudTask, my mission is clear. I'm dedicated to finding individuals who are genuinely excited about sales, who understand that selling isn't just a transaction, but a way to genuinely help those in need by providing solutions. If you're passionate about sales, eager to learn, and looking to grow, I'm here to connect you with the right opportunities and support you in your learning journey. This is how I fulfill my mission at CloudTask. It's about connecting people with jobs that not only meet their professional aspirations but also contribute to their personal fulfillment and self-realization.

Since officially joining Alliance Background, I've been reflecting on key moments that have shaped my career, some of which have been quite surprising. One of the biggest surprises occurred after I sold National Background Data (NBD) to the first iteration of First Advantage, which later became CoreLogic. Shortly after the acquisition, First Advantage assigned a talented marketing team to NBD to determine why clients chose NBD over similar products available in the market. They sent out an extremely detailed survey to all NBD clients, and the responses were quite surprising. Hundreds of clients replied, and the top three reasons they chose NBD were Integrity, Trust, and Honesty, followed by the quality of the product and fairness of pricing. While these top three values were the founding principles of NBD, our sales and marketing efforts focused mainly on quality and pricing. Now, 20 years later, I wonder if these values still hold true. Although much has changed as the background screening industry has evolved, I believe that Integrity, Trust, and Honesty remain the most important attributes when choosing a screening partner. I invite everyone reading this to share their thoughts and experiences.

TJX tops earnings estimates but issues light guidance ahead of uncertain growth path TJX Cos. on Wednesday said holiday sales jumped 13% as shoppers hunting for deals flocked to the off-price retailer.Despite the strong quarter and end to its fiscal year, the company issued guidance that came in light of Wall Street's expectations as it prepares for tougher comps in the year ahead and an uncertain growth trajectory.Here's how TJX did in its fiscal fourth quarter compared with what Wall Street was anticipating, based on a survey of analysts by LSEG, formerly known as Refinitiv:... Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dkmUmuyR . . Like 💝 Comment below ⏬ Share ✅ For More Such Updates Follow Us @qnewshub @qnewscrunch . . #qnewshub #qnewscrunch #Business