WATCH: Sheffield United defender Chris Basham traces his journey from his local McDonald's to Premier League
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Basham worked at McDonald’s in Gateshead after being released by Newcastle United at 16, before being picked up by Bolton Wanderers.
The Blades star helped out at the restaurant for a day and revealed how the skills he learnt whilst working at McDonald’s, such as goal-setting, teamwork and a strong work ethic, propelled him to succeed in his career.
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Basham said: “McDonald’s was my first ‘proper job’ and I have always credited it with giving me those soft skills that you need in any career.
“McDonald’s strengthened my view of how important teamwork is, and I also learnt more about myself; for example, the need to set myself goals and have a clear path to progression, which has helped influence how I train.
“It’s been nice to be back, remembering the skills I learnt that set me up for life.”
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