Steven Gillhouse, Vice President of Sales at Cornerstone Building Brands, has been featured in an exclusive interview on Ideamensch. In this insightful interview, Steven shares his experiences, strategies, and philosophies that have shaped his successful career in sales and marketing.
Steven discusses his daily routines, emphasizing the importance of starting the day with a workout to boost energy and productivity. He highlights the value of goal-setting and prioritization to stay focused on high-impact activities. Steven brings ideas to life by fostering a collaborative environment where team members feel empowered to contribute, leading to innovative and effective solutions.
He expresses excitement about the increasing emphasis on sustainability in business, seeing it as a driving force for innovation that benefits both the environment and the bottom line. A key habit that enhances his productivity is regular exercise, which keeps him mentally sharp and energized.
Steven advises his younger self to embrace failures as learning opportunities and believes that emotional intelligence is crucial for career success, a view that may not be universally agreed upon. He consistently sets and reviews goals, a practice he recommends to others for maintaining alignment with objectives.
When stress levels rise, Steven takes short breaks to clear his mind, often by going for a hike or taking a trip to the gym. Building strong relationships and networks has been a cornerstone of his career growth, providing valuable insights and support. He recalls a failure early in his career when a project lacked team buy-in, teaching him the importance of engaging and aligning the team with the vision.
Steven suggests creating a platform to connect small businesses with freelance sustainability consultants as a beneficial business idea. He finds Trello invaluable for productivity, using it to organize tasks, set deadlines, and collaborate with his team. He values continuous learning, recently spending $100 on a professional development course that refined his leadership skills.
His favorite book, "Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek, has profoundly influenced his leadership style by emphasizing the importance of putting the team's needs first. Recently, he enjoyed watching "The Queen's Gambit," appreciating its portrayal of perseverance and strategic thinking.
About Steven Gillhouse
Steven Gillhouse, based in Cary, NC, hails from Springfield, Ohio. He is the son of Reverend Donald C. Gillhouse and Lillian Gillhouse and is the youngest of four children. Steven attended Springfield North High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bowling Green State University. He later pursued an MBA from the JL Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University.
As Vice President of Sales at Cornerstone Building Brands, Steven has established himself as a highly accomplished and results-driven sales and marketing executive. His multifaceted experience includes P&L management, customer relationship management, product launches, business development, program development, and strategic planning. Steven has a proven track record of success in cultivating relationships to improve customer retention and business growth. He has also established industry partnerships and created and executed initiatives to drive corporate profit, performance, and productivity. Known for his exemplary leadership, organizational, and communication skills, Steven consistently meets and exceeds sales targets, maximizes revenue, and ensures product success. His career includes senior roles such as Senior Vice President of Sales at PlyGem Corporation, Vice President of Sales at Simonton Windows, and Vice President of Sales at USG Corporation.
Outside of his professional achievements, Steven is passionate about fitness, hiking, and golf. He is also deeply committed to philanthropy, volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and DuPage PADS, an organization that supports the homeless. Steven led the "Sleep Out Saturday Night" fundraiser for his church, as featured in the November 3, 2010 Daily Herald newspaper article, and has been a dedicated fundraising volunteer for the Pelotonia ride to end cancer.
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City: Cary
State: NC
Country: United States
Website: https://www.stevengillhouse.com/
