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I myself have experienced individuals representing...

2010-02-24T11:39:11.000-07:00

I myself have experienced individuals representing some large organizations that were less than ethical. In fact I dealt with one company that could have determined a successful year from one in which we lost money. The good news was they did eventually pay me. ( though very late and less than what we originally agreed to.) I certainly don't work with that company any longer! I also assume that they must be a good source of candidates. (If they are unethical to strangers I make the assumption they don't take good care of their employees) The key for us as small business owners and individuals is to maintain our integrity despite the ignorance of those who disappoint and take advantage of our contingency method of working. I know Jeff Snyder personally and know him to be honest and ethical. I can certainly understand why these disappointments can be such a hindrance to focusing on our work. I have been there and have had to work hard despite the obstacles others throw in our way. We are part of a great industry and we will continue to provide quality services despite those that take advantage of us. This I believe what goes around comes around. As mentioned in your article the individual was about to find out that decisions have consequences.

Dazed and yet not amazed.. As I read your article...

2010-02-23T16:17:53.000-07:00

Dazed and yet not amazed..

As I read your article I was reminded of a number of recent experiences we have had with our small business. A few weeks ago we delivered services on Friday with the understanding we would pick up the payment check on the following monday... you got it... come monday the building was empty. Did I feel like I had just been robbed! You Bet.

So the economy is bad, people are out of work and we are plugging into a recession or depression but that really is no excuse for committing INTEGRITY suicide.

You article should be sent to Time/Life and broad cast to as many people as possible. Somehow there is a generation of folks that dont think it is wrong to stiff your service provider, small business owner or neighbor.

So Jeff good job calling a spade a spade or a crook ad crook. The bottom line your only defense is to learn to read the signs. If they look you in the eye they are probably speaking out of both sides of their mouth.

In general people are good. Business is good and you just have to accept the fact that once in a while you will find a fly in the ointment.

To your ownself keep true.
Cheers

Jeff: I love your article and agree with your tho...

2010-02-23T14:19:53.000-07:00

Jeff:

I love your article and agree with your thoughts.

Being a former professional law enforcement officer for 25 years and having worked in the corporate security field for11 years…All I can say, is the world has certainly changed.

It is sad to see that you can provide a service under a contract and have yet to be paid.... by what I perceive as as a respectable firm. Yes the times and ethics have changed…..

The professionalism that we once enjoyed, has diminished greatly over the past 5-10 years in many sectors.

I have seen some of the worst professionalism over the past 5 years than I ever thought possible.

I have come to accept that this is almost a given: People will not follow-up on many aspects in the job world or fail to deliver services.

One would think that the security business would be above and beyond that….but I can tell you first hand that it seems to be the opposite.

Over the last year, I have met some of the most un-professional managers, recruiters and others in the security industry. After interviews, receipt of resumes ect., most executives do a lousy job of follow-up on all fronts. If they worked for me, I would terminate them. This seems to be more the norm than
one might expect and I am sure others have experienced the same frustration that you and I have.

I can say that Security Recruiters has been 100% professional, in my personal and professional dealings with you and your firm. You always seem to set the standards that others should follow.

I wish you the best in getting paid for your services.

I hope that others read your blog and respond.

In closing, I follow what was taught to me early on: “Treat others the way you want to be treated”, and the world will be a much better place.

Regards,

David G. (CCSO)

Unfortunately, unethical people surface in every d...

2010-02-23T14:09:44.000-07:00

Unfortunately, unethical people surface in every domain of life. It is refreshing when someone is willing to "call it like it is" and "not candy coat" things. We need more people who are willing to stand up for what is right. This seems like a "common sense" approach to me. However, I once had a freind tell me that if it was "common sense" everyone would be doing it. I want to say thanks to Jeff Snyder for his "UNcommon Sense" approach and his refreshing honesty.