First and foremost, Amy, your post was HILARIOUS and quickly brought back some good memories! I wish I had saved all those silly notes so we could go back and read them now like you did with your friends, what a blast that must have been!
Secondly, I thought Greg Kamp was fantastic and what a treat for us to have him come and share his experiences with us. He really opened my eyes to some areas I have not given much time or consideration to, especially the crisis / readiness plan...we don't have one of those and being such a small organization, I think we really need to have one or at least begin to talk about one. If something should happen to one of the key people in one of our administrative functions, we would be in big trouble! In addition, reading through the Employee Relations chapter and handout from Susan, was also an eye opener! You would think that being such a small organization with a small group of staff members that we would be very good at communicating with one another and sharing information, especially since we have weekly staff meetings...not so! It can be very frustrating at times and counter-productive and is definitely something we need to be working on in the upcoming fiscal year, which starts October 1st.
Josette...we will all miss you this week. Have a fun and safe trip to Boston and if you see Jonathan Papelbon, tell him I said hi and love him, hahaha!
See you all on Tuesday!
Laura
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The closest I'll get to Jonathan Papelbon is Jim Rice, who will be the "Legend" at our trade show. I'm responsible for Mr. Rice on Tuesday -- autograph session, photo opps, private VIP meet-n-greet. Then, another one degree of separation: a date with the World Series Trophy, also on Tuesday, again, with the photo opps.
On a sad note, I received word today that my lifelong friend, with whom I grew up, passed away yesterday from an aneurysm. I'm devastated that she is gone, but worse, I cannot even attend her funeral, as I will be in Boston. Oh well, the job must go on. Given her unwavering support these past few years, with regard to my job pursuit, I am certain she would understand.
Josette, I am so sorry for your loss and your sadness at being so far away. She knows.
Prayers,
Susan
Josette - I am so sorry about your friend! Please know we are all thinking about you and I hope you are still able to enjoy a bit of your time in Boston!
Laura
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