Freebird Posted October 17, 2008 Share #1 Posted October 17, 2008 Well, I know I haven't posted much lately and I apologize for that. Most of you know that there has been a lot going on in our lives lately. After the passing of our grandson and upon Eileen's return home, we just needed some time to sit back and relax, reflect on things. The time has been good for us and things are getting back to normal now. Yesterday I got a call from my company to let me know that they are changing up our sales territories a bit. I previously covered OH, Western NY, Western PA, WV and Eastern KY. I am told that I will no longer be covering any of NY but have been given the entire state of Indiana. The net result is that I now have more customers and also a bit more distance to cover. I have mixed feelings about it. I do like Indiana and it will be a nice change to travel some less familiar roads but the increased distance is sort of a bummer. Not too bad though. There are parts of NY that I really liked and will miss. I always enjoyed the Finger Lakes area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snarley Bill Posted October 17, 2008 Share #2 Posted October 17, 2008 good luck with the new routine. bill:2133: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Myers Posted October 17, 2008 Share #3 Posted October 17, 2008 What is it you sell? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venturous Randy Posted October 17, 2008 Share #4 Posted October 17, 2008 Glad to hear things are getting better, I wish you the best. At this time, many of us are taking jobs or having our jobs expanded because of company decisions and feel we are the lucky ones. I just turned 58 and the thought of looking for a job at this age in this economy is really scary. RandyA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted October 17, 2008 Author Share #5 Posted October 17, 2008 I am not really considered a salesman. The company that I work for manufactures dimensional letters for the sign industry. Cast, waterejet, injection molded, etc. The letters that you see on banks, businesses, court houses, schools, etc. We are a wholesale manufacturer and my time is spent calling on sign companies and architects. My job is not so much sales but the education of our customers about our various products. I don't typically take orders. The reason for the territory change is pretty much as Randy said. There were 12 of us outside reps and we lost the guy who was based in the Chicago area. The decision was made to not replace him but to re-arrange the territories so that the rest of us absorb his area. He covered Indiana and I've now inherited that state. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted October 17, 2008 Share #6 Posted October 17, 2008 Wanna trade?? All my customers are in one area!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krome rose Posted October 17, 2008 Share #7 Posted October 17, 2008 You know I "semi-retired" from my full-time job, and I found I was more available to work at my part-time one! It took a little while to learn to say No. Congratulations on the expansion of your zone. If you enjoying your job, it's all good! Brandy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mini-muffin Posted October 17, 2008 Share #8 Posted October 17, 2008 Well also on the up side, we do have members in Indiana. I'm sure they'd love to buy you a cup of coffee. Also glad things seem to be getting back to normal for you and Eileen. Give her a big hug from us at least once a day. Margaret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozark Posted October 17, 2008 Share #9 Posted October 17, 2008 I'm glad you and the family are doing better. Can't never tell, but Indiana may become a new favorite state. Like Randya said, at our age, although I'm significantly younger than him, there aren't a lot of good opportunities and options out there for good expereinced, i.e. "older", workers these days. Hope it works out well for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jethroish Posted October 17, 2008 Share #10 Posted October 17, 2008 Well also on the up side, we do have members in Indiana. I'm sure they'd love to buy you a cup of coffee. Margaret Or a beer. If you are in southern Indiana area, I'd be glad to ride if you have time or just have lunch/dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTirelli Posted October 17, 2008 Share #11 Posted October 17, 2008 Glad to see ya back boss. Hopefully the new area won't be too much of a strain on you. Hug Eileen for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJR Rider Posted October 17, 2008 Share #12 Posted October 17, 2008 Whew...you scared me...I thought you got Wisconsin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano Posted October 17, 2008 Share #13 Posted October 17, 2008 Well Don, I guess I'll be seeing you at work sometime rather than just up at your house next year!! PM me when you're gonna hit Indy and we'll hook-up. (Some of you are just jealous, aren't you?!!!!) We work in the same industry. Matter of fact, we just got 4 big boxes in from you guys. Good luck trying to fit it all in, Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted October 17, 2008 Author Share #14 Posted October 17, 2008 Whew...you scared me...I thought you got Wisconsin You BETTER be glad I'm not. I would make you buy dinner. I actually WOULD like to meet you. Well Don, I guess I'll be seeing you at work sometime rather than just up at your house next year!! PM me when you're gonna hit Indy and we'll hook-up. (Some of you are just jealous, aren't you?!!!!) We work in the same industry. Matter of fact, we just got 4 big boxes in from you guys. Good luck trying to fit it all in, Dan I'll be there soon I'm sure. Send me a PM and let me know who you work for. I'm sure I'll spend a lot of time in that area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted October 17, 2008 Share #15 Posted October 17, 2008 Whew...you scared me...I thought you got Wisconsin Or even - CANADA ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcarl Posted October 17, 2008 Share #16 Posted October 17, 2008 Now if you had got Ontario, you would have a grandousious Province to visit, a fantastic country, super roads, and lots of folks to buy dinner for. (that's what bosses do don't they?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redneck Posted October 17, 2008 Share #17 Posted October 17, 2008 I hope things get better with the family you guys have had way to much tragedy in your family. I'm glad to hear you still have a job and hey you are moving a little farther south. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted October 17, 2008 Author Share #18 Posted October 17, 2008 I wouldn't mind having Canada. We actually have a factory in Canada and a great guy there. The factory is in Neustadt, Ontario. I was actually a bit embarrassed that I had to show BradT on a map where it was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted October 17, 2008 Share #19 Posted October 17, 2008 Awwwww, I guess that means you won't be dropping by again. Sure enjoyed the visit you gave this summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJR Rider Posted October 18, 2008 Share #20 Posted October 18, 2008 You BETTER be glad I'm not. I would make you buy dinner. I actually WOULD like to meet you. Don, I WOULD buy dinner...and we HAVE met already, you just don't remember. Think Arkansas, 2001. Curt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Myers Posted October 18, 2008 Share #21 Posted October 18, 2008 I am not really considered a salesman. The company that I work for manufactures dimensional letters for the sign industry. Cast, waterejet, injection molded, etc. The letters that you see on banks, businesses, court houses, schools, etc. We are a wholesale manufacturer and my time is spent calling on sign companies and architects. My job is not so much sales but the education of our customers about our various products. I don't typically take orders. The reason for the territory change is pretty much as Randy said. There were 12 of us outside reps and we lost the guy who was based in the Chicago area. The decision was made to not replace him but to re-arrange the territories so that the rest of us absorb his area. He covered Indiana and I've now inherited that state. If you ever get to Lexington look us up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99silver Posted October 18, 2008 Share #22 Posted October 18, 2008 Wanna trade?? All my customers are in one area!! Your a sick man Yammer, careful we might turn you in to the State Police !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted October 18, 2008 Share #23 Posted October 18, 2008 Your a sick man Yammer, careful we might turn you in to the State Police !! They wouldn't want him..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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