Because Quote by Kate McKinnon
“I worked as a telemarketer for an SAT-prep company. That was the worst of it, because I had to call people in post-Katrina New Orleans and offer them this very, very expensive SAT class. And I'm not even a good salesman.”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up routine, 2021
She recounts a difficult telemarketing job selling expensive SAT classes post‑Katrina, highlighting personal discomfort and ethical concerns.
In simple terms: Uncomfortable selling costly services after disaster.
Key Takeaway
Avoid exploitative work.
Themes
ethics
sales
disaster relief
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
narrative
ethical
When to use this quote
- selling to vulnerable populations
- career change
- ethical decision‑making
- financial hardship
Key Concepts
consumer protection
personal values
Questions to Reflect On
- How did this experience shape your values?
- What would you do differently now?
A Different Perspective
Success may require financial compromise.
