Who What When Where Why Interview
w/ Moe ElAraby of Tatuaje Cigars & L’Atelier Imports
He's been the northeastern NY/NJ sales representative for both Tatuaje and L'Atelier Imports since 2015. But he's also more than that--he's one of the faces of the organization(s), and actually not far behind Pete Johnson himself, in that capacity. Moe's long struck me as a thoughtful sort, so I was a good bit excited when he obliged this quick interview, and maybe even a more in-depth one down the road. For now...
Who has mentored you and who have you mentored?
He's been the northeastern NY/NJ sales representative for both Tatuaje and L'Atelier Imports since 2015. But he's also more than that--he's one of the faces of the organization(s), and actually not far behind Pete Johnson himself, in that capacity. Moe's long struck me as a thoughtful sort, so I was a good bit excited when he obliged this quick interview, and maybe even a more in-depth one down the road. For now...
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I think my biggest mentor was my father (although I was unaware of it at the time). I find myself saying and doing things as he did. My father was a highly respected, educated, and well-liked man. That's a hard combination to achieve. I strive to reach maybe two out of three at some level. As for me mentoring, I try to impart some of my experiences to friends and family. I hope they can take away something from my experiences.
What have you compromised and what won’t you compromise?
Time. I have not efficiently used time to my advantage. I wish I had that time back to use differently. Time. I know that I have less time in front of me than behind me so what and who I choose to spend my time with has greater meaning.
When is it a failure?
Failure is not trying. You'll never know unless you try. Get out of your comfort zone.
Where are you on your journey and where are you going?
Tough to answer. I am right where I need to be at this time. I am a bit of a fatalist. Everything happens for a reason. I will know when it's time to alter my path and it will be beyond my control.
Why do you succeed?
Success is a relative term. I am happy to work in an industry I love. I have met many people that I now call friends because of this industry. I'm still in relatively good health. These are my successes.
What have you compromised and what won’t you compromise?
Time. I have not efficiently used time to my advantage. I wish I had that time back to use differently. Time. I know that I have less time in front of me than behind me so what and who I choose to spend my time with has greater meaning.
When is it a failure?
Failure is not trying. You'll never know unless you try. Get out of your comfort zone.
Where are you on your journey and where are you going?
Tough to answer. I am right where I need to be at this time. I am a bit of a fatalist. Everything happens for a reason. I will know when it's time to alter my path and it will be beyond my control.
Why do you succeed?
Success is a relative term. I am happy to work in an industry I love. I have met many people that I now call friends because of this industry. I'm still in relatively good health. These are my successes.
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