We live in a world where sometimes we try to make things very simple, very black and white… But, that is not always the case, we actually live in a world that is very very GREY. I would like to think we live in a world where the criminals are easy to identity, where the ones who prey on others can be seen coming miles away; instead we they are sharks that come from the depths and snatch you...
I work in a place that prides itself in one of its many mottos – “Work, Life, Balance.” The premise here, is that an employee can find time to find time for a social life, family life, and yet lead a fulfilling and productive life at work. Well… That is far from the truth. The reality is, that this place, and many like it use a scheduling system called KRONOS, and when you...
They say April showers bring May flowers, but so far this weather has been a bi-polar climate change cluster f*ck! Besides the weather being all over the place, on days when the sun is out and the weather is cooperating, nice weather welcomes the obnoxious douche bag to come out from hibernation and bless us with their loud music and noises. What is it about the nice weather that causes my fellow...
I’m not sure what possesses people to drive in such a dumb manner when it rains; I am beyond perplexed why people attempt feats of grandeur during snow storms. There is such a thing as seasonal depression, if that’s not enough I am aware that people develop cabin fever after being cooped up for too long – and this leads to rash and non-logical decisions. So is this why people...
Nothing is worse than being unappreciated at work. What’s even worse, is when you are fired without warning; what is uber worse is when your entire department is laid off without warning or care. It’s funny, how you will see a brand in how their product is represented, and it elicits comfort, trust, and awe in a way — you love eating the brand, you recommend the brand, and one...
Customer: Can I ask you a question? It will only take 10 seconds. ME: Sir, if you could please sign your name on the list, either myself or one of my fellow co-workers will be able to assist you as soon as possible. As of right now, you can clearly see that I am currently engaged in a consultation with these customers. CUSTOMER: It’s a 10 second question I promise you. What is the name of...
WEEK ONE: Really loving the direction we are going in, can we mix and match the logo options you have provided for us? If so I have taken the liberty of doing so, and will submit my ideas; I will send you an invoice for my concepts later JK WEEK 2: We’ve decided to go another direction, I know you want to kill us — but we want something that is more clever, less obvious and maybe 3D?… I...
CLIENT: Thanks for building me a stellar podcast website – question, can you create business cards? If so, can you make them cheaper than VISTA PRINT, and can you have them delivered by the 15th?? And sorry to be annoying, I know I call you after work hours and text you on your days off, but we are almost there, just really really need some business cards. ME: Thank you for the nice words...
SO HAPPY YOU ANSWERED MY EMAIL! You come from a lot of great referrals, you must be good. I need an awesome website, to go with my unique products… Get this, I make awesome soap! I know you will love it, and I have a great deal for you – how about we make a barter — your website services, for my unique, one-of-a-kind soap 🙂
Answer: NO!
… Damn Mondays!
I work in retail, you may know the place… They serve a lot of Swedish meatballs. The most annoying and number one question we get asked is… Excuse me, but do you work here…? I mean what the F***!? Why else would I be wearing this bright primary color button shirt with the company logo on it, and a bold and visible employee badge??? LOL like WTF!? Well the gentleman proceeds to...