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Richard Greco
Phenomenal Film Handler

Posts: 1180
From: Plant City, FL
Registered: Nov 2003

posted 05-23-2006 10:24 AM

Jen, you don't like Florida? The Best State In The Country? Hmm?

Blast You and your estrogenical treachery!!

hehe

I start tonight do wish me luck. This'll be MUCH better than running my own drive-in I think. At least I'll get paid more.

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Christian Volpi
Master Film Handler

Posts: 349
From: Arlington, NE
Registered: Apr 2004

posted 05-23-2006 10:40 AM

quote: Richard Greco
"You WILL get more poon here than you ever imagined

If you're a bouncer in a place that sees a lot of celebrities this is so true. Trust me, I've had plenty of opportunities but I have a girlfriend and I would never stray.

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Andy Muirhead
Master Film Handler

Posts: 323
From: Galashiels, Scotland
Registered: Dec 2000

posted 05-23-2006 06:36 PM

Just watch the classic "Road House" starring Patrick Swayze, that'll teach you all you need to know, haha!

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Will Kutler
Phenomenal Film Handler

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From: Tucson, AZ, USA
Registered: Feb 2001

posted 05-23-2006 07:48 PM

Maybe watching "Porky's" might be a good lesson, also! [Big Grin]

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Tim Reed
Better Projection Pays

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From: Northampton, PA
Registered: Sep 1999

posted 05-26-2006 08:51 AM

I'm a little worried about ya, Rich. Didn't you have trouble getting past a difference of opinion with an assistant manager at the drive-in?

[Razz]

Seriously, good luck and BE CAREFUL!

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Richard Greco
Phenomenal Film Handler

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From: Plant City, FL
Registered: Nov 2003

posted 05-26-2006 10:29 AM

quote: Tim Reed
I'm a little worried about ya, Rich. Didn't you have trouble getting past a difference of opinion with an assistant manager at the drive-in?

Tim, that actually was when I was the Assistant Manager.

I have since moved out of my parents house, Lost 30 pounds, gained muscle mass and improved my self-confidence a BUNCH. I'm not afraid to kick someone out. Also, the others have my back if I decide that someone can't come in, things have changed since my movie days. Yes, changed for the better I say.

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Tim Reed
Better Projection Pays

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From: Northampton, PA
Registered: Sep 1999

posted 05-26-2006 05:00 PM

quote: Richard Greco
Lost 30 pounds, gained muscle mass and improved my self-confidence a BUNCH.

Good for you! [Smile]

I know that will improve self-confidence. (Coincidentally, I'm working on that again myself, right now.)

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Michael Schaffer
"Where is the
Boardwalk Hotel?"

Posts: 4143
From: Boston, MA
Registered: Apr 2002

posted 05-28-2006 08:02 AM

quote: Richard Greco
Also, the head bouncer, the guy who interviewed me, one of the first things out of his mouth was, "You WILL get more poon here than you ever imagined", so that'll be fun.

I hope you didn't tell him you never actually had sex. That might deflate your "cool" image from the start.

quote: Richard Greco
Just was wondering if anyone had any advice on anything about a job like this.

Yes. Get an education.

quote: Richard Greco
Jen, you don't like Florida? The Best State In The Country? Hmm?

How do you know? Have you ever been anywhere else? I mean, except for Alabama?

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Tim Reed
Better Projection Pays

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From: Northampton, PA
Registered: Sep 1999

posted 05-28-2006 04:18 PM

Michael, you're bad! [Smile]

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Richard Hamilton
Phenomenal Film Handler

Posts: 1341
From: Evansville, Indiana
Registered: Jan 2000

posted 05-28-2006 05:37 PM

quote: Richard Greco
I have since moved out of my parents house, Lost 30 pounds, gained muscle mass and improved my self-confidence a BUNCH.

hehe, sounds like you grew up! be careful, you will meet people that are more of a smartass than me!

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Richard Greco
Phenomenal Film Handler

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From: Plant City, FL
Registered: Nov 2003

posted 05-29-2006 12:37 AM

I needed the change. I feel awesome and my self-confidence is through the roof, but not in an egotistical way, you know?

Anyways, I've been there a few days now and I LOVE it, everybody is very friendly and I havent had any issues with customers yet, but I know it will happen. We just moved to the new club. It opens Tuesday. 32,000 square feet. Over 6 million dollars. Apparently it is the largest club in Florida. This place is MASSIVE.

I'll post again Tuesday night after the opening day.

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Monte L Fullmer
Film God

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From: Nampa, Idaho, USA
Registered: Nov 2004

posted 05-29-2006 12:56 AM

But, I bet you still miss the booth...it stays forever in your blood... - Monte

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Mike Heenan
Phenomenal Film Handler

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From: Scottsdale, AZ, USA
Registered: Mar 2000

posted 05-29-2006 01:27 AM

Probably not when he compares paychecks...

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Richard Greco
Phenomenal Film Handler

Posts: 1180
From: Plant City, FL
Registered: Nov 2003

posted 06-10-2006 10:48 AM

Well, the first Tuesday has come and gone...

Still waiting for my first official problem throwout. Not many issues yet, but OH they will come. Mainly it's just people questioning policys that annoy me. I just am polite as possible and get them to comply.

I've seen a few major problem customers, but they haven't been in my "area" and other guys were there to help, so I disn't need to be there. I have completely tuned out the music now, except when it is a song that I really wanted to hear.

I really like this place and I figure as long as I keep my mouth shut and go where I'm assigned and do the best job I can there, then I'll be on easy street....If any techer's are ever in the Tampa Bay area and want to check it out, drop me an e-mail and I'll get you on my guestlist...No lines and free admission. Only 2 people at a time though...but the offer always will be standing.

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That's all I've got for now.

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Scott Norwood
Film God

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From: Boston, MA. USA (1774.21 miles northeast of Dallas)
Registered: Jun 99

posted 07-10-2006 10:33 AM

So, how is the job going?

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