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A Culture Of Kindness!

Today I had a challenge with some technology that affects our firm. The key issue is we are paying for poor performing technology, so I contacted the service provider to discuss the issues that we are having.

In my initial interaction with the service provider, I asked if we could receive some sort of partial credit because of the extended dysfunction and lack of an acceptable base performance level of our devices.

Based upon the answers from multiple customer service personnel, the problem is systemic, and its resolution cannot be immediate.

New Year's Resolutions

As many of us waddle back into the office after a week or two of eating, drinking, and being merry, I for one start thinking about how I can get back on track with a healthier life style. This is the time of year that I start hearing about co-workers teaming up for a weight loss program. Some teams put money into a pool for the biggest loser; they weigh in once a week and begin walking together during lunch.

The Hustle and Bustle of the Holiday Season!

As much as I enjoy the spirit of the season I often find myself feeling like I am on a fast moving carnival ride and everything is happening at warp speed (especially from November to January). Don’t get me wrong I still love this time of year; the parties, the shopping, the baking, the cards, the friends & family, etc. I just wish it didn’t come and go so quickly.

We're Not Your Traditional Consulting Company

The other day I met the most amazing man. He is a doctor by training, but an outstanding business man by talent. He has built himself a multi-million dollar organization from the ground up. Always fascinated by self-starters and ingenuity I asked him how he did it. He said he had a vision in the 70’s of what he wanted to accomplish. He was told several times that it was impossible to realize his dream, because no one was doing it, and quite frankly, it couldn’t be done. Today he is a millionaire many times over, and he encourages others to believe in their dreams.

This is Overtime?

Overtime

July 2011:  Farmers Insurance Inc. agreed to pay $1,520,705 in overtime back wages to employees at call centers in Florida, Kansas, Michigan, Oklahoma, Oregon and Texas, according to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). "Failing to properly compensate employees for pre or post shift work is a violation of federal law," said Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis.

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