Michael Spires
- Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
- S2W Media
School Information
School: University of Illinois
College Major: Pre-Law
Years at College Works: 2009
Career Information
Working For: S2W Media
Title: Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
Industry: AdvertisingWhat Has Been Your Proudest Accomplishment Post-CWP?
I was listed in Cydcor’s monthly publication, The Leader, as being one of their top representatives in the country for having both the highest number of sales with the lowest cancellation percentages for all 12 months I was with the company.
College Works Career Impact
In one sentence, what has CW meant to you?
College Works Painting provided an excellent sales training and management platform that allowed me to come out of college more polished than other entry level reps and quickly advance my sales career.
How did your CW experience impact your career? Immediately after graduation? Now?
College Works Painting definitely helped me realize that sales was what I wanted to do with my career.
What was the greatest lesson you learned from your CW experience?
Hard work and a positive attitude go a long ways in sales and in life.
Advice
What advice do you have for potential CW participants? Current CW participants?
Avoid working with/hiring your close friends if possible!
What’s your best advice for someone interested in entering your career field?
Be personable, stay positive, and keep things short and simple when possible.