[Rich]

Since closing up shop a couple months ago, I have landed a fantastic job. I recently completed some sidework for a customer I've had for a while now, very professional guy, also a very successful businessman for over 30 years. He saw my new car, asked if I would mind a 45 minute commute, and offered me a lucrative position in his company. Just like that. I don't want to disclose too much here but I am in a job that I can envision staying at and growing in for the long haul. And I have only my professionalism, impeccable work ethic, and friendly personality to thank for it. (his words)

Guys, it pays to be nice to customers and to always treat each and every one with the utmost respect...you never know where it may lead.

I just thought I'd share with you all, sort of a follow up to my bitter sweet post, but with a subject that can surely stand alone.

 

[APC]

Im happy for you Rich youve helped people here with alot of great advice and its good to hear things are working out for you.

 

[slickshift]

Sometimes good guys don't finish last
:thumbup:

 

[fcsoldier]

Nice, Congrads man..

 

[Chameleon]

Whats that guys phone number ???? Hey, your right ! Be friendly, you never know when you may meet again, and in what circumstance. Good Luck !:thumbsup:

 

[timhag]

Good to here you are doing well Rich. Your family deserves it.

 

[jmthoupaint]

:thumbup:

 

[Safety Guy]

Sometimes things just work out. Good for you!!

 

[JTP]

Rich-- When you sow seed, sometimes the the wheat comes up in another field. Way to go my friend. Please stay with it here.

JTP

 

[ProWallGuy]

I learned a harsh lesson many years ago. This shows the flip-side of this subject.

I was driving to a job, and had an altercation on the highway. I don't recall exactly what happened, but someone got cut off, or something similar, and it ended up at a stoplight with myself and the other driver standing outside our vehicles ready to duke it out. A cop coming from the other way saw it, and hit his siren, then loudspeaker, telling us to cool it, and move on. So we did.

I get to the job, and start working. Around lunchtime, the lady of the house mentions she has to leave, but her husband will be home shortly.

Yeah, you guessed it. The husband was the same guy from the morning drive. We both stared at each other like deer in headlights, and he walked off into the back of the house. Nothing was said, I got paid by the designer, but I obviously never heard from them again.

I learned my lesson. :yes:

 

[painter jeff]

We wish you the best on what you are doing for your family.

 

[Workaholic]

Congrats Rich, I am happy to hear that you found your new direction in life. :thumbup:

 

[paulingrad]

I learned a harsh lesson many years ago. This shows the flip-side of this subject.

I was driving to a job, and had an altercation on the highway. I don't recall exactly what happened, but someone got cut off, or something similar, and it ended up at a stoplight with myself and the other driver standing outside our vehicles ready to duke it out. A cop coming from the other way saw it, and hit his siren, then loudspeaker, telling us to cool it, and move on. So we did.

I get to the job, and start working. Around lunchtime, the lady of the house mentions she has to leave, but her husband will be home shortly.

Yeah, you guessed it. The husband was the same guy from the morning drive. We both stared at each other like deer in headlights, and he walked off into the back of the house. Nothing was said, I got paid by the designer, but I obviously never heard from them again.

I learned my lesson. :yes:

bet you wished you punched him now.

 

[Wickedgood!]

Congrats Rich!! Always good to hear about someone doin well in life..

WG!

 

[Rich]

thanks so much guys...

PWG, that sounds like something that would happen to me too. I'm just now getting better at not being so aggresive on the road with the boy on the way....

 

[Chameleon]

I learned a harsh lesson many years ago. This shows the flip-side of this subject.

I was driving to a job, and had an altercation on the highway. I don't recall exactly what happened, but someone got cut off, or something similar, and it ended up at a stoplight with myself and the other driver standing outside our vehicles ready to duke it out. A cop coming from the other way saw it, and hit his siren, then loudspeaker, telling us to cool it, and move on. So we did.

I get to the job, and start working. Around lunchtime, the lady of the house mentions she has to leave, but her husband will be home shortly.

Yeah, you guessed it. The husband was the same guy from the morning drive. We both stared at each other like deer in headlights, and he walked off into the back of the house. Nothing was said, I got paid by the designer, but I obviously never heard from them again.

I learned my lesson. :yes:

LMAO !!!!! Thats Friggin funny !

 

[Brian]

Rich,

That's really good to hear. Life is too short to not enjoy it. It sounds like you are enjoying it, and I love hearing success stories. (Enjoying life is a success.)

I'd love to hear more about your job, and how what you learned as an entrepreneur is helping you in that job.

Brian Phillips

 

[Rich]

Brian
I think the qualities I've gained most from having owned my business are confidence, reliability, honesty, good communication, and drive. It's amazing how things have come full circle for me. I am thorougly convinced that I couldn't have been where I'm at without having had my business.

My job...
I am working in a warehouse environment. I'm picking, packing, shipping, etc. Great communication with my co-workers and with our large customer base is essential. It's a cush job...lots of vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, etc. Not to mention fantastic pay. The plan is for me to take over all warehouse operations in the not so distant future. But for now I'm just learning the ropes.

 

[The paint whisperer]

You are a nice guy, and you deserve it.

 

[Wolverine]

Congrats Dude... I hope you stick around...

OH.... and... Warehouses need to have pretty painted floors (LiquaTile) and sharp crisp lines that don't wear away (LineGevity)... and... Safety Coatings... and... :whistling2:

lol... I wonder where you could get that stuff... :thumbsup: