Pat D'Amato Leads with Empower

Today's guest on the Lead with Empower Podcast is Pat D'Amato. Pat is originally from Wethersfield, CT., graduated from Xavier High School in 2012, and attended Stony Brook University on a full athletic scholarship (football) from 2012-2016. Pat is currently working for the Robert E. Morris Company; providing CNC machine tool solutions for manufacturers of precision parts in Northern and Central New Jersey. Pat shares plenty of insight regarding how leadership has played a role in both his athletic career and the beginning of his young career in sales. Leadership Notes and Other Highlights: Outwork the competition with enthusiasm, passion, and energy - a lesson that applies to so much more than just athletics! The importance of dealing with rejection and overcoming failure and adversity - a skill learned on the gridiron that is paying dividends now for Pat. Pat discusses the importance of selflessness and putting your ego aside in team environments. Pat shares insight into the importance of developing lasting relationships in sales - building trust, meeting customers where they are at, and being genuine in all of your interactions. Hear great advice for HS athletes looking to make the jump to the collegiate level and for people interested in getting into a career in sales from Pat. Musical Credit to Matt Jaskot matthewjaskot.com https://soundcloud.com/matt-jaskot