Common Sense and manners..

[cliffy]

Michigan requires all ten-year-hunters to attend a NRA-Certified Hunters Class. Although I'm 67, I attend such a class as a student to witness what prevailed. My nine and ten year old peers displayed exceptional knowledge and read their literature and participated regarding SAFETY and shot placement KNOWLEDGE for clean deer kills. This opened my eyes toward the hunters of tomorrow. The Kids probably laughed at me for taking their class, but I've been the butt of many a joke regarding hunting and ammo selection. cliffy

 

[tazzman]

I've worked on the business end of ISO 9000 for years now and, if there is one thing that does bear mentioning is this, and jb77's signature repeats it: "Say what you mean, mean what you say, and do it" The last part is mine. As a businessman, your word is your bond. There is always room for interpretation if you let it, and there is always someone there to take advantage of it. I'm not a pessimist, just that reality sure does pack a punch when you least expect it when you've let the door open. For the customers, put your emotions in a bag at the door. You need a service, be clear and listen to the responses of the people you require that service from. For you the suppliers, be clear about what you can and cannot do. Ensure that the services required of you are written by the customers and that they understand what services you can provide. It is so much easier when customersand suppliers are on the same wavelength. Each transaction should be considered as a new experience and learned from.

.02 CDN,

Phil

 

[cliffy]

p.s. I barely passed the hunter's class scorewise. Nine-year- olds beat my scores. So, when out-there hunting, remember that niners with proper training are safer than forty-year-olds with no formal training. Thank you, NRA for this additional safety afield. Cliffy

 

[MOO1072]

I've learnt that it is far cheaper to spend a bit extra on an accuracy smith with a solid reputation. There are many ham fisted 'smiths' out there. Its also important to have a realistic expectation of the turnaround time. I've also learnt that it is important to communicate with your smith and give them written instructions on exactly what you want, down to the finest detail.
Attention to detail is important to me and I've found my smith. Yes he is slow but I am 110% happy with the job he did. I've also done him the courtesy of sending an email with a photo of the project telling him what an outstanding job he did.