Reinventing Myself

Taking on an entirely unfamiliar domain proved to be an immense test for me, and the expedition was not devoid of its fair share of obstacles. To this day, I keep a collection of 373 rejection letters I received during that period, serving as a constant reminder of the challenges I encountered while pursuing my aspirations.

Here I was, a certified Chef, a Restaurant Manager and an Accountant, venturing into the realm of technology during 1995. All I could do was persistently send out resumes through snail mail or fax, as those were the prevailing methods at the time. Nonetheless, I remained resolute and committed to securing a position in this new field. I was determined not to resort to the restaurant business again, and I genuinely meant it.

Despite the initial hardships, I eventually managed to land a job as a trainer for accounting software, a role that seemed like a natural fit given my background. Little did I realize that it wouldn't unfold as smoothly as I had anticipated.