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Old 06-11-2004, 02:10 PM
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PF---Long ago,I learned,that if someone does a good job,
compliment them or tell them that their work is good.They didn't
know,that I overheard them,but many years ago,at a town pier, I
over heard my old boss(business owner)talking to his competitor.
He asked him(My new boss)"What's he doing here?"New Boss---
"He's my new head mechanic."Old boss-"He's the best Foreman &
mechanic,that ever worked for me!"
I thought-"Why didn't he ever tell me that?I might still be there!"
He had given me large raises & always got the equipment,that I
asked for,but never told me that I did a good job.My lifestyle,
might not,have met his approval,but I made him ALOT of money!
I realised then that money isn't everything.Giving compliments to
employees,means alot! Irish
P.S.This was a boat manufacturing business.The boats started at
$200,000 before additions.(Basic Boat)This was OVER 15yrs ago.
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