The first job I had was as an interviewer for a marketing
research company - you know, one of those people in
malls with clipboards.
I've never been a shy person, but this job taught me how
to present myself with confidence to total strangers.
I had to be polite, and accept rejection gracefully
when it occurred.
I also had to be thorough and accurate in filling out
the questionnaires.
This involvement with marketing research helped me
make the decision to minor in Marketing in college.