Tom Hazlett

Senior Consultant

productive stratagies, Inc.

When did you join the YJC Board?

2007

Why did you join the YJC Board?

Having done volunteer work for years, I was drawn to YJC by its mission and its effectiveness in helping largely underserved young people get on track to meaningful employment and a better life.

What is your occupation?

Recently retired as founder and president of a retained executive search firm; currently doing business-to-business sales and marketing consulting.

What was your first job?

Gas station attendant (high school summer job)

What did you learn from your first job?

  1. Arrive early

  2. Listen carefully (to the boss and customers)

  3. Do more than expected