SpotLight Employee - Stephen R - Tulsa!

 

SpotLight Employee – Stephen R

 

How did you first learn about Imperial?

Buddy that just started on a vending route told me about it. He is gone now.

 

What advice do you have for prospective Imperial candidates?
Diligence in the small things pays off. Everything takes time.

What are 3 words to describe Imperial?

Demanding, Opportunistic, Hard-working

What drew you to Imperial originally? And how has Imperial changed since?

To be honest, it was a change from sales which I had done for most of the previous 6 years. Imperial has optimized overall operations and, from what I can tell, just about every other aspect of their business out of necessity. 

What is the favorite part about working for Imperial?

The room for advancement so I can better provide for my family.

What is your proudest moment at Imperial?

Becoming the “Veteran” route manager for markets. It helped me kick it into high gear and fix any deficiencies that I have had previously in the role.

Are you messy or organized?

Yes... It depends. Typically organized, but there are times that some things slide. :)

Do you have a favorite quote?

Hustle in silence and let your success make the noise.

If you could change one thing about working here, what would it be?

Budgets to celebrate our employees more often to help build relationships outside of work (Main event, Dave and Busters, etc..)

Motto or personal mantra?

Work hard now so you can relax more in the future.

Tell us something about yourself that would surprise us?

I’m a huge fan of hiphop.

Three words to best describe you?

Dedicated, patient, caring.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

Laziness

What’s one thing on your bucket list?

To own an apartment complex and other rental properties. (strange, I know.)

What’s the one thing, you can’t live without?

My family. Especially my wife and baby.

Where is your hometown?

Seminole, Texas.

Where would you like to go on a dream vacation?

New York City

What has been your Best Job?

Being a route manager for Imperial. I can appreciate legitimate opportunities for advancement that are based on performance and not solely on a degree.

Worst Job?

Selling carpet and tile.

Funniest/Weirdest request from a boss?

Stop working so much. -Keith Kosty

If you could meet anyone, who would it be?

Gary Vaynerchuk