After graduating from Baruch, he worked at Valerie Sportswear in New York City on Broadway in the Fashion District as a sales executive.
As he continued his journey as a sales representative he learned many valuable skills that allowed him to create his own company. In February of 1999, my dad began his own company of off-price wholesale. " I never thought I could do it" he says. After quiting a lifetime job, he had to start from scratch.. "Being confident in your work is key." Jeffrey says that he is always confident when debating deals and working with buyers as well as other companies. "At first it was not easy", Gorodetzky says. He had to reach a break-even point, in which he later began to make money.
"My one regret is I wish I would have done this sooner, I was to afraid to take the chance and all I cared about was having a job. I hope I can spread the message that you should all know YOU CAN DO IT. Be confident in your work, and never give up."
-Paige Gorodetzky
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The Sophisticate
Our Interview With Jeffrey
Q:How did you determine whether or not you were capable of starting a business?
A:"I worked in the industry for a number of years, and was familiar with all the facets of the workplace. From the manufacturing of a garment to the distribution process and the collection of the receivables. I felt I was ready to take on a new journey in my career. I had continual growth in the company and throughout my years of selling for the companies I was working with, I was far surpassing the quotas I was given."
Q:What were the biggest challenges you faced when starting Carly Paige?
A:"Being able to have enough capital to continually buy merchandise yet wait thirty days to receive payment. Retail stores usually get thirty day terms from receipt of goods. As it expanded, I needed more warehouse space as well as more employees. "