Corporate Hustle:

The Climb Through Sales & Tech

His first taste of sales came in retail, working as a Sales Representative at YD Australia in 2018. Though just a Christmas casual, Dami wasted no time proving himself—on his first shift, he sold over $700 worth of clothing in just three hours, despite barely knowing how to use the register. It was the first indication of his natural talent in sales and persuasion.While studying at Deakin University, he also worked as an Administrative Assistant at for two years. Here, he developed crucial skills in IT, organization, and process management—laying the foundation for his future ability to build and scale businesses efficiently.Then came the real challenge—high-stakes sales. In 2018, he took on a role at American Communications Network (ACN) in North Carolina, USA, where he had to cold-call and convert cold leads for energy and telecommunications providers like Click Energy and Vodafone. This was not a job for the weak-willed. It required resilience, adaptability, and sharp communication skills. Dami thrived, mastering the psychology of sales and sharpening his ability to turn objections into opportunities.But he wasn’t just interested in sales—he wanted to understand how businesses scaled, how markets moved, and how brands dominated. This hunger led him to bigger roles. In 2021, he joined Podium, a US tech unicorn valued at $3.4 billion. As an Automotive Development Specialist, he had to generate leads, close high-ticket sales, and manage relationships with major automotive brands like Toyota, Hyundai, and Mercedes. By his fourth month, he was not only hitting quotas but exceeding them, generating over $110,000 worth of pipeline sales.His ability to consistently outperform expectations earned him recognition from both managers and peers, setting the stage for his next big leap. By 2022, he had climbed the ranks to become Head of International Sales & Client Success at Search and Stay, a global holiday rental platform. He led teams, negotiated deals, and helped scale the business internationally, gaining firsthand experience in high-level business development and partnership strategies.But deep down, Dami knew one thing: he wasn’t meant to work for someone else—he was meant to build.