Sarah Nicholas, Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppes

Sarah Nicholas, Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppes

My First Job WasMy first job was waiting tables at this small French restaurant in Harrisonburg VA. I loved it because I love food and especially French food. It taught me so many things and, strangely enough, one of my most memorable takeaways is how to open a bottle...
Nancy Thomas, InUnison

Nancy Thomas, InUnison

My First Job WasAt 12 years old, delivered papers and cleaned houses. I did use the rolled-up newspapers to swat at dogs that were ready to bite me. Best Advice I’ve ReceivedI have two that are important to me, It’s ok to show your vulnerability and be sure to feel...
Steve Rosser, Gelati Celesti Ice Cream

Steve Rosser, Gelati Celesti Ice Cream

My First Job WasWhile I did yardwork for neighbors at an early age, my first “real” job was making pizzas at Pizza Hut. I loved that job; this was a long time ago and the brand was the hot thing in Richmond and we were always busy! Great boss, great team efforts...
Kevin Reardon, Franco’s Fine Clothier

Kevin Reardon, Franco’s Fine Clothier

My First Job WasAt 12 years old first paying job was delivery Richmond New Leader and then The Richmond Times Dispatch. I did this until graduating high school. It was a great lesson in interacting with customers. Also, I worked at Best Products for an year in high...
Sarah Paxton,  LaDiff

Sarah Paxton, LaDiff

My First Job WasOther than babysitting (LOTS of babysitting), my first job with a real paycheck was as a Senate Page for 3 months during my Freshman year of high school. I tended to be a little too social, so I was relocated (banished?) to the basement of the General...