Danielle Laird's journey wasn't easy. She faced numerous obstacles along the way, but she never gave up. Starting in marketing, it wasn't long before she realized that her true passion was in sales. Danielle made the brave decision to switch departments, and with patience and perseverance, she climbed the ladder to become the Sales Manager of National Accounts at Bradford White Corporation.

Her story is a powerful testament to the value of mentorship and networking. But there's more to the tale. How did she overcome the challenges she faced? What strategies did she use to excel in the face of adversity? We'll explore these questions and more in the following episode of Power Women of the Trades.

In this episode, you will be able to:

- Unearth the incredible potential of championing women's involvement in trades for a dynamic industry.

- Master the art of building resilient relationships that propel your professional growth.

- Realize the essentials of exercising patience and perseverance for consistent career progression.

- Identify the integral connection between top-notch customer service and thriving businesses.

- Derive key tactics for securing and maintaining dedicated talent in the ever-evolving trades field.

Join us as we reveal the secrets to achieving lasting success in your career. With patience and perseverance, you too can experience personal and professional growth beyond your wildest dreams!

Meet the Hosts:

Leslie Harpole is the co-owner of Champion Plumbing in Oklahoma City. Connect with her on LinkedIn.

Cassie Pound is the co-owner of Quality Heating, Cooling & Plumbing in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Connect with her on LinkedIn.

Meet the Guest:

Danielle Laird is a determined and resourceful professional who has successfully navigated the challenging landscape of the trades to become the first female Sales Manager of National Accounts at Bradford White Corporation. Leveraging her marketing background, she has forged her path in a field traditionally dominated by men. Undeterred by setbacks, Danielle has displayed incredible patience and persistence throughout her career, attributes that have enabled her to achieve her goals and inspire other women in the industry. Along with unwavering self-belief, she also credits her success to the invaluable support from her mentors and colleagues, fostering relationships that have helped her grow personally and professionally.

Connect with her on LinkedIn.

Special thanks to our sponsors for making the show possible:

- ⁠Chiirp⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠Yellowstone Local⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠Kickcharge Creative⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠On Purpose Media⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠Kee Hart Marketing⁠⁠

Interested in Using Service Titan for your trades Business? Check out the links below:

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Rising to the Top: Danielle Laird's Journey to Becoming a Sales Manager