Kareem Smith

"It's not what you sell, it's how you communicate." - Robert Kiyosaki

Why Sales?

There is often a pivotal moment when a person discovers their true calling—a instant of clarity where passion aligns with purpose. For me, that moment arrived during my first year at UCF.

While balancing my coursework, I took on my first professional selling role with Vivint, working door-to-door four days a week. When winter break arrived, I returned home with a newly developed skill set. Although I spent my days assisting with my father's construction company and catching up with old friends, I noticed a profound shift in how I interacted with the people closest to me.

Without even realizing it, the communication skills I had sharpened in the field began transforming my personal relationships. I was listening more intently, expressing myself more clearly, and bridging gaps in conversation. For the first time, I truly understood my parents, and equally as important, I felt understood by them.

That realization changed everything. Sales is far more than transactions or persuasion—it is the art of human connection, active empathy, and clear communication. I chose sales because I thrive on uncovering what makes people tick, creating mutual value, and building strong, lasting relationships where everyone feels heard and supported.