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...
Melissa Ball, Ball Office Products

Melissa Ball, Ball Office Products

My First Job WasMy first real W2 job was as a traffic counter for a civil engineering firm. Best Advice I’ve ReceivedThere is dignity in work so always make sure to preserve the dignity of others. Valuable Lessons I’ve LearnedYour accountant should be a strategist,...
Patrick Heaney, Mango Salon

Patrick Heaney, Mango Salon

My First Job WasMy first job at age 17 was unloading grocery trucks at a small IGA grocery store in my hometown in Deer Lodge, Montana. I learned the discipline of working hard and being responsible. As I gained more experience, I became a grocery clerk responsible...
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...