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"Wow, I’ve got to think back. The very first time I was
paid to be responsible, for someone or something, was a
very important job. A job from which lessons and expe-
riences I carried with me throughout my life as a mother.
Caring for the most precious cargo of all… a child…
Babysitting.
But, let’s move on to my first job experience when the
government deducted money from my paycheck. I learned
that you get out, what you put in. The harder you work,
the more rewarding the experience. I also learned the
importance of being a team player, learning from your mis-
takes and the value of taking constructive criticism. These
life lessons were essential to my development as a young
career woman."
Julie Nole
Professional Restoration
"My first job out of college was selling guns in Chicago.
I guess I should have asked if I need to know anything
about guns before I took the job. Needless to say I was
selling photo copiers in 6 months.
Gabriel Vitale
C&L Sweeper Services, Corp.
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Q&A
QUESTION:
What did you learn from
your first job?
"When I started my first job as an attorney fresh out of
law school, I was told that when you practice in a litigation
law firm you will never be finished with your work at the
end of the day as there are always surprises and unpredict-
ability. As a result, I learned the value of being organized
and keeping a “to do” list. I continue to have a handy list
on my desk to this day. It is always being updated, priori-
tized and is ever changing. It is very helpful to refer back
to when you are pulled away for a rush project and it’s also
a great feeling to check something off as complete!"
Patricia Hart McGlone, Esq.
McGovern Legal Services, LLC