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The Deaf . . . by a Salesman

Another reason why I love Aaron.

Now you might think this is the beginning of a sales pitch for hearing aids, but it's not. It's the first of a series of post-it notes that Aaron wrote to sell a security system to a deaf woman. The poor guy sat in her house and wrote back and forth with her for 2 hours explaining the whole thing. Then when it was time for her to do a phone survey, he explained the situation to the surveyor who said, "This is a first," to which Aaron replied, "Yeah and probably a last." He wrote all the surveyors questions down and then read her answers to the surveyor.

For those of you who are worried that Aaron is taking advantage of the disadvantaged, he slept soundly that night (other than Emily waking us up) and even felt good that he could help her feel safe. Now you might be wondering how she will hear the alarm if she's deaf, but he worked it out so the technician could install the unit right by her bedroom door and she is able to hear loud, high pitched noises.

I think he deserves an award for most unique sale. This week I'm sending him out with another stack of post-its and a blunt object in case he has to write in braille :).

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Sarah said…
What a cute story. He is so sweet! I didn't think he was taking advantage. I just can't believe how patient he must be! I'm so glad you found him. We were just telling my parents tonight how happy you are! I can't wait to get together when you get home.
July 27, 2008 at 9:31 PM
emily said…
still laughing at that one. classic story. loved your comment about the braille. i think he gets employee of the month award...
July 29, 2008 at 12:50 PM
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