EPISODE · Jun 15, 2026 · 17 MIN
"Burnt Out on AT&T Sales, Came In Completely Green: Marine's Pivot" featuring Thomas Shirley
from Adapt and Overcome Podcast · host Tommy Hardaway
What happens when a Marine veteran walks away from a successful sales career and starts over in an industry he knows nothing about? In this episode, Thomas Shirley shares how burnout led him to make a major career change and how the mindset he developed in the Marine Corps helped him succeed in the world of technology. Thomas discusses his journey from AT&T sales into payment technology, where he now works as a Systems Engineer supporting critical systems for a global financial technology company. He opens up about entering the field with no experience, learning on the fly, and embracing continuous growth. Be a Guest Are you a successful business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at https://adaptandovercomepodcast.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you...
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What happens when a Marine veteran walks away from a successful sales career and starts over in an industry he knows nothing about? In this episode, Thomas Shirley shares how burnout led him to make a major career change and how the mindset he developed in the Marine Corps helped him succeed in the world of technology. Thomas discusses his journey from AT&T sales into payment technology, where he now works as a Systems Engineer supporting critical systems for a global financial technology company. He opens up about entering the field with no experience, learning on the fly, and embracing continuous growth. Be a Guest Are you a successful business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at https://adaptandovercomepodcast.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you...
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