I had a question arise in training that I wanted you to think about.  You post “my boss is a jerk” on your Facebook page.  Should there be repercussions at work?  Or, should this type of post really prevent a potential employer from hiring you?

Just remember, with today’s economy, you do not want anything to prevent you from getting (or keeping) that job so be aware that whatever you post is public knowledge.  This is a whole new world and we are just in the beginning of issues like this.  Remember, think before you post.

The 20th Annual Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob Chamber of Commerce is now a point in history.  We exceeded every single expectation we had this year.  Without moving further, I must first thank the seven individuals who danced — Village of Maryville Mayor Larry Gulledge and the wonderful Millie Belobraydic; Village of St. Jacob Mayor Ray Muniz and the BEST ASSISTANT IN THE WORLD Diana Stogsdill; Troy Lions Club Member Tim Greenfield and Miss Bank of Edwardsville herself Carol Porter; and of course my partner, Troy Mayor Tom Caraker.  All of them were amazing that evening.  (Note — if you would like to see the videos from the evening, visit www.troymaryvillecoc.com and click on the video of your choice.  Trust me — it is worth your time.)

An event of this magnitude does not come off easily, without the help of some very dedicated volunteers.  Thank you to the Chamber Board of Directors and Ambassadors and the Chamber members who purchased tickets, purchased ads, donated items and also purchased items at the event. 

The big question has been “how will you top it next year”.  Just trust me on this — we will!  Hope you enjoy the pictures and videos on the site.

I had someone say how offended they were when a waiter came to their table with a piercing in his tongue.  They said they would never go back, no matter how good the service, no matter how good the food, no matter how good the restaurant. 

So, what offends you?  If you owned a restaurant, what type of piercing rules would you have?  Tattoo rules?  Cursing rules?  What is it that you want your customers to remember?  No matter what type of business you have, be sure to do a check at the door of your staff and also set those expectations high and in the intial interview and every single day!