At this time of year it seems, every year, more and more people change jobs, change teams, switch careers, and try something new. Personally, I took the jump and joined those ranks, I changed as well, back in June. I won't say I am a consultant more of an ADVISOR AT LARGE, but my experience, background and knowledge have given me a wealth of experience and knowledge that is available to one and all. We all bring something to the table everyday. I am associated with a company at present, that is utilizing my experience in many ways. At the same time I am also looking for any new opportunites that can utilize the 30+ years of expereince I have in this business. GORD BOX once told me, more people are realizing that the knowledge that is leaving the industry cannot be replaced. there is a huge generation gap, and experience gap.

Our business (Transportation), is so big some of us do not realize the size and scope of what the opportunities are in the business. I for one, have had exposure to Air, Ocean, Road, Ground, Customs Brokerage, and even taught night school at 2 Community Colleges in the GTA. Since I have been on my own I have certainly found out people, in General love to learn and want to learn. All of us want to be appreciated for not just what we know but for what we do every day. SAFETY BONUSES for Drivers, Best MPG Bonus for Drivers (FUEL CONSUMPTION), Recruiting Bonuses (referral for Drivers). Its great ! What about that untapped resource, all of us have, that is the STAFF IN THE OFFICE. They also have that little extra to offer you. No matter how big the company is.

People are willing to pay for what they need to know and want to know. The difference between a College and High Shool is people are paying good money and want to learn and want to be there. Teaching adults is different than teaching teenagers, and Kids. In every day life, we all want Respect,we want to Define our plan ( job description), Preperation ( How best do I do my job?), Agendas (Prioritize), all need to be preseneted at the beginning of every class, (or workday) and every seminar, and every presentation.

When we interview someone for a postion within the company, we know what we want them to do. There was a job search, I had the pleasure of being a part of a few weeks ago. 6 people interviewed, and 3 Interviewers. Funnily enough, we each choose a different candidate. Then we looked at the present staff, and realized that the person doing the job at present, was doing what they thought was correct, had never been given a job description, never knew what was really expected of them, and eventually they too left the position. WHY? They were continually told NO, NO, NO. They never knew what they were being told NO about though. If any company or organization is looking to hire, and you take the time to define the expectations for a new recruit, while at the same time, going through an agency, and they certainly want the parameters defined for them, it would be incumbent also do the same for exisiting staff. Every position in every well run company, has clear defiend expectations, responsibilities, and requirements. They also promote furthering education, and advanced learning. Some (O.R. ) even expect their staff to take at least 1 course job related every year.

Canadian Thanksgiving is on October 10th this year, Then of course it is 1 month to U.S. Thanksgiving. Any company having safety meetings, this time of year, please make sure you get MAXIMUM UTILIZATION OF AVAILABLE RESOURCES. Use the time wisely. The drivers need their time off to recover as well. Maybe spread meetings out over the course of the year, not cram everything into one long arduous meeting.

Thanks and Happy Thanksgiving to ONE AND ALL