For this weeks edition of our team I managed to have a chat with Mike Butterfield in sales.
So to start things off how long have you worked at Gardinia?
I started earlier this year, in February 2020
How did you get the job at Gardinia?
I worked for Gardinia in the past, Mick and Allan we’re looking for another rep at the time, I called in for a coffee and here I am
Do you enjoy your job, or would you sooner do something else?
Yes, I love selling
What is your favourite part of your job?
Meeting customers and having a chat
Your favourite Gardinia product range and why?
Solidor as the door sells its self
What is the project you are most proud of?
Mrs Hardy’s as I had to overcome many problems when quoting
What did you do before Gardinia?
Worked in sales for another window company, however in a past life i’ve also worked in a casino.
What would you say is the best business decision you have made?
Stopped working for myself
Who was your most memorable client?
Mrs Hardy
If you had to choose a favourite hobby what would it be?
Backgammon
Favourite movie of all time?
The Sting
Name your favourite cuisine?
Italian
Favourite place to go on holiday?
Monte Carlo
Beer or Wine?
Wine
How do you unwind?
I play Backgammon
Do you have a personal philosophy?
Keep on the good side of Karma
Greatest personal achievement?
Won the UK Backgammon championships
Who has influenced you the most?
My Wife
And finally, the most important question… Tea or Coffee?
Coffee