| Author | Message | ||
     Pwnzor |
My boss called me into his office about an hour ago, asked me what shift I want to work beginning January 1, 2012. I told him 7am to 5pm would be very nice, and he agreed. Then he gave me a $12,000 per year pay increase, starting January 1. I started here December 27, 2010 as an independent contractor. On July 1, I was offered my current position in the office, and I negotiated a 7 day paid vacation BEFORE I even got started. We promptly went to Disney World with the whole family. Upon my return, I assumed control of all heavy freight operations. Today, less than 6 months in, I get new hours and a fat raise. I'm certain God is rewarding me for something, whether it be the ministry I conducted in prison, or whatever good deeds I've accumulated since my release. Life was looking really dim a few years ago, but I held my faith and kept my chin up. ANYONE can do it. Thanks for reading, I was bursting with this information, and thought it might be uplifting for somebody, possibly struggling with their own situation. | ||
| Sifo |
You're going to share all of that with some occupiers, aren't you? Seriously... Great going! Hard work can pay off. | ||
| Balloyd66 |
Very cool! Congratulations! | ||
| Reepicheep |
Congrats! Good work, an especially remarkable achievement for the baggage you came in with. Good for you, good for the people that gave you a chance. For blessings, I don't look at it so much as I do something then God cuts a check. I see it more as an observation that when I stop being a dumb ass and listen to what God is saying to me... and take some of the invitations he offers... that all of a sudden all the stuff he was trying to do for me can finally start working. Kinda like finally reading the instruction manual for that shiny machine in the garage and learn that you have to put the gas in the tank. Then it makes neat noises. Then learning it has a transmission, and it is in neutral. Then learning the garage door opens. Etc... | ||
| 86129squids |
Good on ya, bro! And, THANK YOU for sharing! Good things DO happen to good people, I firmly believe this. Congrats, and may you and yours, along with the rest of BW, have a great 2012!  | ||
| Fast1075 |
Congratulations! You reap what you sow! | ||
| Kenm123t |
When your the boss and you can give out bonuses and raises to those that deserve it work is whole lot more fun! Sound like your enjoying life more have great christmas | ||
| Mr_grumpy |
Another bloody slaver living off the backs of the drivers..... Just kidding, I know you've paid your dues mate, you must be doing good to get a deal like that in such a cut-throat business, well done. If you were this side of the pond I'd be tapping you up for a job, got laid off last week. | ||
| Pwnzor |
Innes, I need good drivers in the worst way. Struggling to cover all the work I've got. Our company is growing faster than we can handle, I stepped in here at just the right time. Thanks to everyone for sharing my joy... I'm literally beside myself. There is definitely a brand new motorcycle in my near future. | ||
| Chauly |
Good on ya, Pwnzor! That is Real Accomplishment, and an example to the others.  | ||
| Etennuly |
What you are bursting with is more than information. You are bursting with pride! Congratulations man! Run with it!  | ||
| Drkside79 |
Congrats Matt! I'm happy for you. Oh Are you sure you don't want to go back to 35 K so you can pay less taxes.... J/K | ||
| Pwnzor |
Thanks Andy... no, I'll keep the bigger cookie even though it has more bites already taken out of it. | ||
| Satori |
Pwnzor, Congrats! I know you have earned it! (and enjoy the new bike!) | ||
| Whistler |
Congratulations! Matthew 25:21 (Matthew 25:14-30 for the entire parable) seems applicable yes? | ||
| Drkside79 |
lol i was hoping you remembered that thread. | ||
| Cityxslicker |
good for you. hard work beats 'occupy' any day. | ||
| Strokizator |
The cream always rises to top. It's a good thing that your boss recognizes this. Congratulations,guy. | ||
| Brumbear |
Thats a Merry Christmas boyO sounds like you earned it!!!!!!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Khpk9274gMg&feature =related | ||
| Ft_bstrd |
It's a lie. Capitalism doesn't work. | ||
| Jumbo_petite |
Congrats well done it speaks volumes for you. | ||
| Mr_grumpy |
The cream always rises to top. Strokizator, don't forget so does the scum!  | ||
| Two_seasons |
Congratulations Matt. You've paid your dues. I like the advice Reepicheep gives. | ||
| Blake |
Excellent! | ||
| Smoke |
best to you! Congratulations! tim | ||
| Pwnzor |
Yeah, Reep's nailed it for sure. As for the baggage, the on demand delivery business is one niche where guys like me can find solid work. I just happen to have been in this for nigh unto 20 years at this point, so logistics is second nature to me. The best possible situation is to get in on the ground floor and stay with it, which is exactly what's happening this time around. I pursued my childhood sweet heart from California to Georgia, and nothing but good things just keep right on happening. I have found my Xanadu. Thanks again to everyone for all the congratulations. | ||
| Court |
Congratulations on a number of levels. With the right mindset . . good things seem to find people. Just saw this thread this morning and . .thanks for making my day! | ||
| Ulywife |
Congrats! What a way to start the new year!! | ||
| Boogiman1981 |
Congrats! Need any help not driving? | ||
| Bigdaddy |
I'm blessed by reading it. Thanks for sharing and congratulations sir. |
