Closin' up shop / Public Thank You.

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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,015
    edited January 2010
    I don't know about Russ but I'm using a boom truck. You might want to be careful as well. I've already heard stories of Russ climbing poles with a cartons of eggs in hand...
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,015
    edited January 2010
    lightman1 wrote: »
    You didn't hesitate to climb mine at Troy and Wendi's................
    Oh dear! :eek:
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited January 2010
    Congrats Tom. I know what it is like to shut down a personally owned business. In the long run it is a relief however in that you don't have to work 120 hours a week to keep afloat and ahead of the game.

    Good luck Brother.
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,501
    edited January 2010
    Good luck treitz!

    I understand what you experienced. Business is way tough right now and being self-employed (since 1996) has become a huge challenge. I just closed out 2009 to learn we dropped 60% below what we did in 2007 (our record year) and then 51% below what we did last year. You know the problems; both sales and profit per sale are down, some customers don't pay and some take 6 months to do so.

    I used to create jobs, but have laid off 60% of my workforce during the past 18 months and don't really see anything on the horizon to indicate we will ever add a position again.

    Thank God someone was out there hiring to give you an opportunity.
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited January 2010
    lightman1 wrote: »
    Tom is OFFICIALLY my beyatch now!:D
    Anything for a brother.

    Happy to hear you landed on your feet....and a shout out to Russ--well done!

    cnh
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,015
    edited January 2010
    inspiredsports wrote: »
    I just closed out 2009 to learn we dropped 60% below what we did in 2007 (our record year) and then 51% below what we did last year. You know the problems; both sales and profit per sale are down, some customers don't pay and some take 6 months to do so.
    Damn, that could be a quote from me. 2007 was our record year as well.

    Since then? Everything has gone spinning on a downward spiral. There are indications that things are bouncing back but for me? Eh, I've had enough of it. Time to move on.

    Good luck in all of the privately owned ventures out there. I wish you all the luck that may come your way. Prayers sent.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • superjunior
    superjunior Posts: 1,632
    edited January 2010
    treitz3 wrote: »
    Damn, that could be a quote from me. 2007 was our record year as well.

    Since then? Everything has gone spinning on a downward spiral. There are indications that things are bouncing back but for me? Eh, I've had enough of it. Time to move on.

    Good luck in all of the privately owned ventures out there. I wish you all the luck that may come your way. Prayers sent.

    same thing here, 07 was our best year and things have been bumpy ever since. I've thought about making the same move, sometimes it doesn't seem worth it. owning a buisiness is a second marriage - you just don't have time for ****. I envy you Treitz, enjoy the time with the familly and peace of mind
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  • Hawkeye
    Hawkeye Posts: 1,313
    edited January 2010
    I admire the guts and determination you business owners have. I know I don't have what it takes to do what you folks have and do. My father was a small business owner and I saw the pride he took in operating it. I'm sure the same pride is evident in you also. My dad eventually wore out and went to work for somebody. It seems it was both the happiest and saddest day of his life.

    Thanks for trying to keep folks at work and our country running. You guys are what makes this country great.

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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited January 2010
    All the best Tom. I know things will work out for for you.
    Michael ;)
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited January 2010
    Congrats on the new gig bro.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

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  • SKsolutions
    SKsolutions Posts: 1,820
    edited January 2010
    Sounds like going to work is going to feel like a vacation - in comparison. I'm still hanging in, the kid is done growed. Enjoy it!
    -Ignorance is strength -
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited January 2010
    Best of luck to ya Bro, and good lookin out Russ. Bout time you did something besides pee in my bushes!! Just kidding, love ya Russ. :D


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  • TNRabbit
    TNRabbit Posts: 2,168
    edited January 2010
    Tom, it's good to get an update. I've been trying to get in touch with your ugly **** forever!

    Call when you get a chance, buddy~ --good luck to you & family.
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  • HB27
    HB27 Posts: 1,518
    edited January 2010
    Hey, Congrats on the new job.
    I've been struggling for a couple of years now and that thought has crossed my mind numerous times the last year.
    My problem is I hit 60 and unless someone is working on the "Adopt A Geezer" program I'll have to tough it out and adapt to a new world.
    It sounds like you've made a positive move. I'm sure it'll slow down the grey hairs a bit.
    Good thoughts for you and yours.
    Harry
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  • amulford
    amulford Posts: 5,020
    edited January 2010
    Good for ya Tom. You made the right move.

    Keep the tools, you could always do side work...
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited January 2010
    I'm sorry you had to close up shop, BUT, the good news is.....welcome back to the LABOR pool. It's a LOT less stressful than being in MGMT.
    And, it sounds like your position is going to require even less customer service/ contact than mine.
    Congrats.
    I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited January 2010
    Good for you Tom. Maybe your hair will grow now.

    The only problem is now you owe Russ.....
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  • Fireman32
    Fireman32 Posts: 4,845
    edited January 2010
    Glad to hear that you were able to get another job Tom. Good for you Russ for helping out Tom.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited January 2010
    I'm happy you got a steady paycheck coming in again. Congrats & the best to you & your family.
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  • NJPOLKER
    NJPOLKER Posts: 3,474
    edited January 2010
    Tom, After reading your posts and others post that you are a darn good man. That along with your family means an awful lot to most good people. Well done and congratulations again.
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  • woodhead 2
    woodhead 2 Posts: 367
    edited January 2010
    Good luck, keep your tools.
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  • Pauly
    Pauly Posts: 4,519
    edited January 2010
    Congrats!

    Onward and upward!


    Pauly
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    edited January 2010
    I may have made a mistake...Tom can't find his **** with a flashlight and a funnel...He ran over three street signs and a garbage can. And that was just while pulling out of the truck yard at the office!
    I gots lots of work to do with him!
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,015
    edited January 2010
    You told me to wear the blindfold. What did you expect ya' big dope? :D

    Thanks everybody, I'm pretty stoked about the whole thing.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • mrbofus
    mrbofus Posts: 297
    edited January 2010
    Conradicles wrote: »
    I have a Man Cave that needs an "Extreme Makeover Club Polk Edition" if you ever get some spare time. Congrats on the new job!

    Now that would be Cool!!!
    Congrats on the new job and relax a bit in life. Good friends a hard to find and it sound like you've got a few. Plus you still have all your man tools for personal enjoyment!
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,015
    edited May 2013
    Ladies and Gentlemen of Club Polk. I'd like to take the time to thanks everybody once again for the well wishes. It's been a while since this thread was active but I thought it would be good to chime in and give an update.

    Just a few hours ago, I put in my 2-weeks notice. Many of you know that Russ has since gotten promoted and is currently down in Florida [Congrat's again to him]. In two weeks, the business will be re-launched and the tools that have just been sitting idle for all these years will be brought back to full use. During this two week time frame the licensing, insurance, workman's comp, accounting, trailer and associated shelving/security/accessories, lining up employees along with all of the other fun stuff a businessman has to go through will be done. That should turn out to be some REAL fun whilst working a full time job at the same time [not!] but ya' gotta do what you gotta' do, if you know what I mean.

    Throughout this past year, I have started seeing some real signs that the economy has gotten much better in our area. I was recently approached about a month and a half ago with a proposal from an old client of mine. Turns out his boss had already seen some of my work right before I pulled the plug. They both were impressed enough to offer me something worthy of consideration. While at first my thoughts were "no", the conversations continued and today I met up with both of them and went over the fine details and numbers. It's a "go".

    There is more to this story that may or may not be revealed and I will say, it was really, really nice to get a steady paycheck throughout the roughest part of the economic downturn. For that and the hookup from Russ, I am truly thankful. My son will be turning 4 on July 4th and since then, my wife has landed a killer job with nice pay for about a year, followed by a smokin' raise, bonus and subsequent promotion a couple of months ago. The time has come to once again, stop working for "the man" and get on with business.

    More later....

    Tom
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • nspindel
    nspindel Posts: 5,343
    edited May 2013
    Congrats!
    Good music, a good source, and good power can make SDA's sing. Tubes make them dance.
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  • woodhead 2
    woodhead 2 Posts: 367
    edited May 2013
    Good news. And good luck
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  • hochpt21
    hochpt21 Posts: 5,423
    edited May 2013
    Awesome to hear. Gotta be a good feeling!
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  • halo71
    halo71 Posts: 4,602
    edited May 2013
    Great news for you and the family....congrats and good luck!
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