Every day is a mix of meetings, follow-ups, and outreach. I think of my schedule like filling a bucket big rocks first (customer and internal meetings), then smaller tasks like follow-ups and research, and finally, the sand calls and emails to potential clients. I probably make about 100 calls a day, checking in with people I’ve met at conferences or reaching out to new prospects. Sales is all about persistence it can take months of calls and emails before a deal actually moves forward.
Sales takes a lot of patience. How do you stay motivated?
It’s definitely a long game, and there’s a lot of rejection. But I’ve learned that if I keep putting in the work, the wins will come. I’ve seen deals take a year to close, so I just focus on building relationships and keeping the momentum going. Every win makes the next one easier. Plus, I love what I do I get to help people see how Wysh fits into their goals, whether it’s a bank trying to attract younger customers or a credit union launching a new product.
What’s a fun fact about you that your coworkers might not know?
I’m a dual citizen I have both American and German citizenship. I grew up in Boston, but I’ve traveled a lot and try to visit Germany when I can. Outside of work, I’m a big Celtics fan, I love the outdoors, and I have a schnauzer who loves to swim and even catches fish!
Favorite food spot?
I’m a huge taco fan. There’s a place called IHeart Tacos in Louisville that has all kinds of tacos Mexican, Korean, Indian you name it. If I could eat tacos every day, I probably would!
If your job had a theme song, what would it be?
Eye of the Tiger. Sales can feel like training for a big fight you have to stay focused, keep pushing, and never give up.
Conference Updates
Fintech Meetup, Las Vegas
Officially the biggest conference of the year. We had close to 60 meetings and people loved our Vegas-themed stickers.
ICBA, Nashville
Alex M and Jon B took the town by storm with Alex’s Meet the Experts presentation, and walking away with 75 booth conversations.
IT Updates
Keep an eye out for messages from the IT and Infrastructure teams in the the #announcements channel, regarding the migration from S&K to Wysh, within Google.
Friendly reminder to use the get.help.stringankey.com for all ticket submissions for any tech issues
The D.E.I-gest
Finding Your Ikigai: A Reason for
Being
What gets you out of bed in the morning? Is it the work you do, the people you help, the hobbies that light you up, or maybe a blend of all these things? In our recent DEI Committee meeting, we explored the Japanese concept of Ikigai (⽣き甲斐) a beautiful philosophy that translates to "a reason for being."
At its heart, Ikigai is about discovering the intersection between what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. It’s the sweet spot where passion, mission, vocation, and profession come together to create a fulfilling life. For some, that might mean making a difference in their community or helping others thrive. For others, it could be diving into creative pursuits or mastering a skill they’re deeply passionate about.
Living with Ikigai doesn’t mean having everything figured out. It’s about embracing the journey of self-discovery, celebrating small joys, and finding purpose in everyday moments. Whether you’re driven by helping others, solving complex problems, or simply sharing kindness, your Ikigai is uniquely yours.
Curious to dive deeper? Check out this article for more inspiration on how to embrace Ikigai in your own life.
Here’s to finding what moves you and making each day a little more meaningful.
Employee Recognition: From Micah to Yanxin
I want to shout out Yanxin for being such an amazing new member of our team! Yanxin is not only a very talented and creative designer, but one of the most kind people you will ever meet.
I believe within the first week of working here, she was already on a first name basis with most of the building staff. And at this point she has local restaurant owners double stamping her loyalty cards whenever she goes in, just because they like her more than anyone else.
And she's no less great at her work, really leaning into our company values, especially embracing ambiguity. She is already becoming a Braze expert, and has completely rebuilt the design library and components system from which we build our emails. Her work is clean and precise and she is always willing to put in the extra step to make it that much better.
If you don't already know Yanxin, I highly recommend finding any excuse to work on a project with her!
Step Right Up! ��
Lace up those sneakers our Step Challenge is back, and it’s time to get moving! From April 1st to April 30th, we’re inviting everyone to join in, get those steps in, and maybe even snag a $100 gift card. ��
Whether you’re a marathon pro or just here for the vibes, the Step Challenge is all about promoting health, wellness, and a little friendly competition. Need some inspo to hit the ground running? Try these fun ways to get your steps up:
Explore New Routes: Discover hidden gems in your neighborhood or take a stroll through a local park. ��
Walk & Talk: Turn phone calls into walking meetings productivity and steps? Win-win! ����
Dance It Out: Break up your day with a mini dance party. Bonus points for style. ����
Park Farther: Add a few extra steps by parking at the far end of the lot or hopping off the bus a stop early. ����
Take the Stairs: Elevators are overrated. Get those legs moving with a quick stair climb. ��
Ready to join? Keep an eye on the #wysh channel for all the details on how to participate. Let’s step up, have some fun, and cheer each other on. Who knows you might just walk your way to victory! ��
