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The adventures of a new ope service writer

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by bocefus78, Apr 5, 2018.

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  1. B.Brown

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    It only takes a second and you could be crippled for life. Both my brothers were timber fallers, both had ''reminders'' above their knee caps. About a 4'' gash, i've always wore chaps, and i'll continue to do so, even with them on, i've had a couple of close call's, but, no cuts.
     
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  2. bocefus78

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    Found out today that I have sold over $130,000 worth of mowers, parts, and stihl handhelds so far in 4 months. That's about double what I estimated I was at. I Never bothered to check. Not bad for a guy who wasn't hired for sales and does a bunch of other stuff besides sell. :)

    I'm still happy going to work everyday and money can't buy that.
     
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    Does Bentley get to go to work with you any ?
     
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  4. bocefus78

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    Funny you ask. The high schoolers had to sweep his hair today. I giggled. Tumbleweeds under my stool:D

    So yea....He is a shop dog :dex:
     
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    Nice!
    Your happy, Bentley is happy, the boss is happy.
    Count your Blessings.
     
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    No doubt, this is great!
     
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    Plus you get to bring Bentley to work. He gets to be with you all day. That's awesome.
     
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    Just think back a few months Chris when you were really wondering. Then you got a job but soon switched. Then wanted a raise but got some bonus without even asking. Please don't forget to give thanks for all you have and you have much to be thankful for.
     
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    It's great to enjoy going to work. $$ are important but liking what you so is priceless.
     
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    Chris, that sounds awesome all the way around! Great job on the sales too! Tell Bentley that Emma & Jackson say Woof.
     
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    Totally smoked my personal best one day sales record today. Equipment sales today alone, if everything plays out right tomorrow, it will be over $30,000. Minimum will be $24,000. One deal depends on a finance situation.

    Previously, my best was right around $10k.

    The boss even says "man.....you're just a selling machine today"

    Too bad I'm not commission.
     
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    With those numbers there should be room for discussion on that issue. :salute:
     
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    do any of the sales guys get commission?
     
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    I suspect the owner is going to give you a bonus of some sort.
     
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    ...again...;) :thumbs:
     
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    Yep. End of year individual bonus is what I hear from everyone there. Nobody's ever said an amount so it's hard for a guy who's never had a bonus in his life to buy into that. Context clues from others tell me it's not a small one....guess that's a plus
     
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    Fuk Bro...24-30 k sales in one day!! Giddyup!
     
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    Your boss might have figured out something. I know I always check with the mechanic before I buy any piece of equipment. I guess your customers are a lot the same!!:yes:
     
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    Let us hope that Chris soon finds another bonus check! It sounds like he deserves one.
     
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    Your bonus is 4 hours of unpaid time off and a free hat (slightly used). :rofl: :lol:
     
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