If that's what you believe about your employees, maybe the problem is you don't hire the right people and know how to lead them. I'm good at what I do (sys admin), I work hard, and I'm known for getting it done right and on time. But I'd rather work at McD's than work for someone with that attitude. That attitude is one of the things wrong with the world, people at the top thinking everyone below is them is inferior and thus deserves to be treated like crap. Gonna go have some single malt with the Koch bros?
It was for real. I have been short on gainful employment, but not because the waves have been plentiful. That has just been a fortunate coincidence. In case you are really curious, I also have healthcare through the ACA. Let the crucifixion begin!
salt you have right attitude but you realize if an ipad was made in america it would be 2000$+ I dont have a problem with that, but EVERYTHING would cost more. food is already inflating to the moon, but at least I have cheap ipads...can I eat them? wait I cant? fock.
Not judging here (regarding being unemployed), but man you sure have a lot to say about others employment choices (sales) when you don't have a job yourself. I like you Slashdog, but you are speaking out of turn I believe. When you are a working productive member of society I think your opinions will have more merit. Not trying to start an argument with you, just thought it was interesting that you are very vocal on this subject, yet don't have a pot to piss in. No crucifixion here, just pointing out something that you may not have thought about. It's like people who have all the answers regarding politics but they aren't even a registered voter. This is a forum and everybody is welcome to post, but before casting stones, look at your own situation first.
Conversely, if your wife ever asks you which of her friends you'd ever have a threesome with, don't name 2 of her friends.
Yes. One of the key problems with economic reform is this; absolute value doesn't exist. Especially in a globalized economy, where the parts are designed, produced, assembled, and sold all in different countries, each with their own economies. We can't go back to the manufacturer centered economy that Salt mentions because it is impossible. Economies today are inextricably linked to technology, which 'evolves' faster than our ability to control it. In Norway gasoline costs $10.75 a gallon and a beer is $10. But they have one of the highest standards of living in the world. A preschool teacher makes 70K. Inseminate the Norwegians!
You find this a lot in many parts of Europe. Less time working, higher prices for goods, and higher quality of life. Switzerland is very similar to Norway.
So you're saying that you're "not judging" me, I "don't have a pot to piss in," and my opinions currently hold less value. You shouldn't veil your judgment, but if you do, please get a thicker veil. The fact that I didn't go to work today doesn't mean that I can't contribute to a debate. Trust me, I have thought about this. I believe my record for someone capable of thought is well established. Rest assured, I look at my own situation in great detail. But don't get confused- being a registered voter doesn't make someone knowledgeable about politics, and being a salesman doesn't make them knowledgeable about economics.
I believe you missed my point. I'm not judging you simply because you are unemployed, i'm sure there is good reason for it. Many Americans are out of work, some for good reason, but many are just lazy. But it is a fact you don't have a pot to piss in, you admitted this yourself by saying you were unemployed and running out of money, I didn't make that up, so it's not a judgement on my part, it's an observation. Again, my point is that if you don't have a job currently then you should probably stay out of a debate about jobs. It's like making fun of someone for the crappy car they drive, when all you have is a bicycle or a bus pass. Nobody likes a critic. You can criticize from the sidelines all you want, because this here is MERICA, and it's freedom of speech. I was just trying to help you out is all. I'm sure you are well educated and are capable of forming many opinions and can keep up in a debate just fine. But your words mean a lot more when you are speaking from a position of authority. You have no authority if you have no job, sorry, it's life. Deal with it.
You say, "which ones do you think are hot"? If she starts naming, you have an opening. If she balks at the question, then find a graceful exit...or just run out the door.
Truth be told, I look up to you sometimes too. Just a normal, not famous, boring-ass family man — and everybody’s cool with it. Nobody expects anything more. It’s like they love you for being nothing — very lucky not to be respected... My story is the story of a raging Christ figure who tore himself off the cross and looked at the Romans with blood in his eyes and said "my turn now, c*cksuckers."
Here, lemme help you with that quote, link provided below. I guess this is your way of saying i'm right? No hard feelings Slash, just keepin it real... http://www.springfieldspringfield.c...php?tv-show=eastbound-and-down&episode=s04e07
exactly. it's an iPad. does everyone need the next generation awesome-sauce gadget? no. we are taking advantage of 3rd world labor to obtain 1st world gadgets for the masses. they all wind-up in a garbage heap anyway after 3 years.
ok, ok, i get it. i am suggesting a hybrid type business model. otherwise, nothing would get done. example...a US fighter jet has parts made overseas, but they sure as heck are assembled in the US.
Anyone else who works in sales notice when you say bye to a female sales person on the phone they say "mmmmbye" Not sure why they all add the "mmmmm" before the bye
tlok and kidrock, I love where your heads are at on a side note, god bless curious field hockey players and their equally adventurous roomates