I believe I excelled in sales because I didn't fit the stereotype of a 'typical' salesperson. I wasn't loud and 'in your face,' and I especially wasn't concerned with making a quick sale. If I didn't fully believe in what I was selling, I wasn't selling it. Period. I started out selling cell phones – I did this happily for 6 years and really learned how to hone my communication skills (no pun intended). Purchasing a cell phone can quickly become a nightmare for people, especially when there are hidden terms and clauses in their contracts. I prided myself on being the best at explaining the fine print fully to my clients and getting them to understand their purchases long before they signed on the dotted line.