Patrick M. Mullen's Experience

Work Experience

Vector Marketing (Cedar Falls, Iowa)

Cutco Salesperson

I worked at this position during the summer of 2007. In this job I was trained several
days about the ways to effectively sell Cutco Cutlery to individuals in their homes.
Being a salesperson is very interesting and challenging at the same time. I had to make
sure that I understood all of the products that I was selling and give a persuasive
presentation to the customers to influence them into buying the cutlery. Being a Cutco
Salesperson allowed me to make several new contacts that will be beneficial in the
future.

Wartburg College Athletic Department (Waverly, Iowa)

Student Assistant

I have been working for the athletic department the entire school year. As a student
assistant I helped out with volleyball and soccer games in the Fall by shagging balls at
each of these events. In the Winter, I have worked at basketball games and wrestling
meets. During each of these I normally run the scoreboard or clock. This position has
been exciting and beneficial to me because I have made many new contacts and have
been able to attend most of the home Wartburg athletics.

Super Target (Waterloo, Iowa)

Produce Team Member

I worked as a Produce Team Member the last two summers. My duties in this position
included stocking shelves, racks, and tables with new produce and merchandise items.
I also assisted guests with various questions and or concerns that they had. This job
provided me with a great customer service experience as well as reinforcing my work
ethic everyday.

P & J Equipment (La Porte City, Iowa)

Grain Bin Constructor

I worked on a crew that assembled and built grain bins during the summer three and four
summers ago. This job was very different from many of the other jobs that I have had
over the years. This has been the only "blue collar" job that I have had. Heavy lifting
and working outside all day in the constant heat was very demanding, but it helped me
build character and realize that I can push myself harder than I once thought. Being a
Grain Bin Constructor taught me great teamwork skills as well as being an effective
problem solver.