Benjamin Mullins

Working at Nivo Solar represented a significant advancement from my previous sales experience. The company emphasized professionalism and invested in employee growth through dedicated weekly meetings focused on sales development. These sessions were comprehensive, providing training in client interaction with an emphasis on professionalism and mastering conversational techniques tailored to diverse situations.

Our training was rigorous, covering not only sales strategies but also marketing tactics, vocabulary refinement, and interpreting body language cues. Daily challenges and peer evaluations cultivated a culture of continuous improvement and personal growth, aimed at equipping us with the skills and confidence to excel in our roles.

However, despite these positive aspects, issues with management emerged that negatively shifted the company culture. This change resulted in the dismissal of employees who did not align with a new faction of sales representatives prioritizing personal comfort over dedication to the company's mission. Moreover, as a 1099 contractor, unexpected challenges arose when access credentials were revoked by new management, impeding my ability to continue working at Nivo Solar.

Despite these setbacks, my tenure at Nivo Solar was instrumental in polishing my sales skills and personal integrity. It underscored the importance of adaptability and resilience in navigating organizational challenges, ultimately contributing to my growth as a professional.

Working at United Solar Advisors was a pivotal experience despite the company's eventual closure due to mismanagement. It was a challenging yet transformative period where I entered the realm of sales with no prior knowledge or formal training. Despite the lack of guidance, I navigated neighborhoods, engaging with a diverse range of people with professionalism. My goal was not only to promote solar panel installations but also to help homeowners save on electricity costs within their budget constraints.

Navigating this unfamiliar sales environment was far from straightforward; I constantly had to adapt and innovate to stay afloat. Even through the challenges of winter and beyond, I persisted, learning invaluable lessons in resourcefulness and resilience. This experience profoundly shaped my approach to sales and taught me the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity, culminating in my growth and development up to the year 2024.

As an apprentice electrician, my role centered on installing and maintaining solar-powered systems for residential and commercial properties. This experience provided me with valuable insights into civilian life and a different facet of electrical work, focusing on house installations. Beyond just installing and maintaining solar panels, I gained proficiency in rewiring entire homes. This involved replacing and upgrading electrical breaker boxes to ensure compliance with city codes and passing inspections.

This hands-on experience not only enhanced my technical skills but also taught me the importance of precision and adherence to safety standards in residential and commercial electrical systems. It was a transformative period that broadened my capabilities and prepared me to handle diverse challenges in electrical installations and maintenance.

Working on the E-3 Sentry aircraft, essential for command and intelligence operations, I served as an avionics technician. Through dedication and perseverance, I rose to the respected role of journeyman (5 level) according to military standards. My duties included instructing others in military protocols and meticulously maintaining avionics systems critical to the aircraft's operational effectiveness and combat readiness.

The responsibility of maintaining such a high-value aircraft highlighted the significance of our work; any oversight or mistake could profoundly impact the flight crew relying on the aircraft during extended missions. This experience not only enhanced my technical skills but also deepened my understanding of the importance of meticulous attention to detail.

Beyond technical expertise, this experience fostered personal growth. It taught me self-awareness and the ability to anticipate and prepare for upcoming challenges, making me a valuable asset capable of contributing effectively to any team.