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 photo © Thomas Ames Jr. |
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| Hometown: East Thetford, VT | ||
| Current Profession: manager, action sports facility | ||
| Other jobs held: US Ski Team athlete, summer ski camp director | ||
| Hobbies/Interests: surfing, crafts | ||
| Strengths: perseverance,
performing under pressure, dedication to sports and athletics |
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How do you use your strengths in your job? You can’t be deterred from your goals by obstacles. I have had to overcome many obstacles in my career as an athlete and in running a business. For example, when training for the 2002 Olympics I tore my ACL in my right knee three months prior to the Olympics. I was able to rehab my knee and compete against the best in our country and the best in the world to gain a spot on the 2002 US Olympic Team. What was your biggest learning challenge in school? I was always a procrastinator in school, and it still remains a challenge. I work well under pressure though, and I think that helps to balance out my tendency to procrastinate. What motivates you to go to work? There are so many possibilities for what we are doing at the sports facility. It’s exciting to watch the business grow and flourish as it becomes more successful. Every job has specific skills. What do you need in yours? Problem solving and perseverance are critical skills for my line of work. My background as an athlete is a part of what I doeveryday in my job. I coach kids to be better athletes and successful, well-rounded individuals. |