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Post by petertong on Jun 25, 2007 5:41:45 GMT
Straight out of college started working for a small company that specialized in thermal imaging software. Worked for the owner about 13 years until he decided it was time to retire and tend to his garden. At that junction, another long time colleague (and friend) of mine and myself bought out the company in 2005... so self employed these days and enjoying it. Our realtime thermal imaging software does a great job enhancing steel production these days - and I'm quite happy about that. We also produce software that is used in breast thermology. Looking forward to some new projects upcoming. I also have a side business designing/producing twin screw supercharger kits for the older Mk1 watercooled VWs... And of course, thirdly, whenever I can, I have Hayley playing when friends come over... which of course makes me a Hayley fanmaker  |
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Post by mariannek on Jun 25, 2007 5:48:25 GMT
Hello all. It's fun to read about your backgrounds. Very diverse and very interesting. In my case, after a post-grad masters, I began as a project engineer for industry. Went back to school part-time for an electrical degree because I always wanted to know which color wire was the "hot" one. Became an engineering supervisor. Worse part of the job was laying people off. Became a power-plant operator, where we co-generated most of our electricity requirements. Then became the Manager of Environmental Services for the company. Went back to school part-time for a lot of environmental training. Kept the company in compliance with hundreds of environmental regulations here in New Jersey. Decided that I could do better on my own, so I left and became a consultant. So now I consult. I get to select who I wish to work with and when. Can't wait to see where I wind up next. Perhaps in "West Side Story"? Hi Gene, A very interesting and versatile background you have got there !! Hmm...West Side Story...to do the lighting etc. or as the main MAN ?? Good luck !! Love, Marianne  |
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Post by comet on Jun 25, 2007 7:35:24 GMT
Hi Folks,
I liked Peter's question better WHAT YOU DID. It does seem to be an invitation to be more creative about things you have done, that led to who or what you are now.
I liked Peter's story having been in the same industry throug thick and thin, Em ! I'm sure Peter will understand.
But I have also had other trades and occupations and dalliances in other businesses and these were often more fun than just my occupation.
What is your Occupation Implies CURRENT ONLY and is not an invitation to write a story but simply a statement of fact.
comet
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Post by Richard on Jun 25, 2007 8:09:22 GMT
Hello Comet and everybody!  I've now changed the title of this thread to 'What is or was your Occupation?' That should give members more scope to tell their stories.  Best Wishes, Richard  |
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Post by postscript on Jun 25, 2007 13:21:55 GMT
Your post 71, Grant, is a very lovely and entertaining kaleidescope of interesting colour.
Peter S.
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Post by postscript on Jun 25, 2007 13:37:10 GMT
No 73 Joe having read it again I remember reading it when you first posted. Modernised though you may be and as one expects in the States you bring back memories of where I once was in the personnel relatonship sense. The main employer in my home town was very much a cross-family and cross-generational company. One of the problems with such an employer is when they are bought out and then close down.
In the first place the person selling was of the 'old school' of moral resonsibility and reportedly sold to a company offering more than a million pounds LESS than that offered by another company. The difference was that in return the buying company guaranteed retaining the work force!
Much later on complex changes took place--including national legislation--causing its closure and a complete re-adjustment for the whole town.
Peter S.
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Post by postscript on Jun 25, 2007 13:48:42 GMT
Hi Folks, I liked Peter's question better WHAT YOU DID. It does seem to be an invitation to be more creative about things you have done, that led to who or what you are now. I liked Peter's story having been in the same industry through thick and thin, Em ! I'm sure Peter will understand. But I have also had other trades and occupations and dalliances in other businesses and these were often more fun than just my occupation. What is your Occupation Implies CURRENT ONLY and is not an invitation to write a story but simply a statement of fact. comet Interesting viewpoint, Comet, although I suggested 'You Did What?' which I thought added a humorous touch as well but if a thread already exists--as I tried to find but didn't--repetition is not needed. Now this will throw everyoneELSE! I note your nuts and muttons point, Comet! Peter S. |
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Post by postscript on Jun 25, 2007 13:52:55 GMT
Hello Comet and everybody! I've now changed the title of this thread to 'What is or was your Occupation?' That should give members more scope to tell their stories. Best Wishes, Richard Why not a concluding 's' just to make sure? Oh, all right, 'What were or is your... no, simply add '(s)', that is grammatical! Peter S. |
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Post by Gene on Jun 25, 2007 13:59:14 GMT
Marianne wrote:
Hi Gene,
A very interesting and versatile background you have got there !!
Hmm...West Side Story...to do the lighting etc. or as the main MAN ??
Good luck !!
Love, Marianne
Hi Marianne,
Thanks, but I left out the part about my home planet of Krypton. Mom only gave me one Superman suit and I outgrew it when I was only 7 years old. Since I don't want to run around naked, I keep my superhuman abilities to myself.
As far as West Side Story, I would settle for nothing less than the leading man, "Tony". But, I would change the ending. Hayley and Tony (me) get married and have 6 kids....3 girls and 3 boys. They all have super-powers, but no super-suits. Whenever they fight, whole cities are destroyed....but no one gets harmed except the bad guys. Hayley, are you listening?
All my best, Gene
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Post by comet on Jun 25, 2007 14:01:09 GMT
Hi Folks.
Which just goes to show that between reading the post and replying I had forgotten the name of the thread. Now what was I going to say ?
You Did What ? was the better title with either an ! or a ?
comet or goldfish or ostrich
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Post by Gene on Jun 25, 2007 14:06:07 GMT
Straight out of college started working for a small company that specialized in thermal imaging software. Worked for the owner about 13 years until he decided it was time to retire and tend to his garden. At that junction, another long time colleague (and friend) of mine and myself bought out the company in 2005... so self employed these days and enjoying it. Our realtime thermal imaging software does a great job enhancing steel production these days - and I'm quite happy about that. We also produce software that is used in breast thermology. Looking forward to some new projects upcoming. I also have a side business designing/producing twin screw supercharger kits for the older Mk1 watercooled VWs... And of course, thirdly, whenever I can, I have Hayley playing when friends come over... which of course makes me a Hayley fanmaker Hi Peter, Very interesting occupations. I also like your supercharger side--business. I own a "street rod" with a supercharged 454 racing engine. Originally had about 1,100 horsepower. Now at about 850 or so. The blower is considerably "underdriven". Much more "streetable". I was considering removing the 6-71 blower and installing twin superchargers. Know anyone here in the states that makes the manifold for the twins? Regards, Gene |
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Post by Mark on Jun 25, 2007 14:32:19 GMT
Hi everyone Some of you may be aware of what I do for a living. However, I suspect many of you won't know, so here goes. I am whats known in the UK as an Independent Financial Adviser. Basically, this means that I advise people on investments, pensions , mortgages and many other associated products. Independant, because I am not working for any specific provider, leaving me free to find the most appropriate and cost effective solution for my clients. This has been my profession for the past 15 years and I truly really enjoy what I do. I have my office at home (good for keeping an eye on the forum) . My wife helps me in the business with the admin part-time too. I have clients from all walks of life, including several reasonably well known (in the UK) actors/actresses and a composer  Best wishes Mark PS - I have an idea (still in its infancy) how between some of us we might raise funds through my work for Hayley's "Bikes For Ghana" charity. Unfortunately, this can only really involve UK residents, but if you want to know more, please send me a PM. |
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Post by Stephany on Jun 25, 2007 15:08:11 GMT
Hi everyone, This is a very interested thread - thank you Peter for "ressuscitating" (did I spell it right?  it. I loved reading about everyone's occupations! It's great to see how varied our backgrounds are. I spent the last three years in a Business School in Paris - attending various classes like business law, accountability, financial analysis, international trade, strategic management, etc. I'm currently working in a bank for a summer job and will end it on July 31, 2007. Earnings will be used for Hayley-entertainment (concerts, CDs and all i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gif). I will then become an undergraduate student of Manchester Business School, the business and management school of the University of Manchester. I'm starting next September for a full academic year. I chose my courses very recently and decided to take financial markets & institutions, accountability & auditing, financial reporting and corporate governance (at least for the first semester!). After that, I'll have one semester left in my Parisian Business School before getting my diploma. I'm not sure yet what I want to do precisely, but it will definitely be in the financial field (I know, it's vast!). My dream would be to work in London but hey, as I just said, it's a dream. Mark, if that dream comes true, I will contact you immediately for your "Bikes for Ghana" project idea In the meantime, best of luck to you! Very best wishes, Stephany |
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Post by Caitlin on Jun 25, 2007 17:56:28 GMT
Some very interesting professions here. Let's see, what have I done? I've been a Lemonade, Koolaid and Popsicle Stand Worker, Nanny, and Hostess. From time to time I've co-taught dance classes, and been paid for a performance I have been in. My jobs haven't been very interesting, but they've all been fun! <3 Caite |
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Post by petertong on Jun 25, 2007 18:22:52 GMT
Some very interesting professions here. Let's see, what have I done? I've been a Lemonade, Koolaid and Popsicle Stand Worker, Nanny, and Hostess. From time to time I've co-taught dance classes, and been paid for a performance I have been in. My jobs haven't been very interesting, but they've all been fun! <3 Caite Hi Caite, No matter your profession... life is about knowing and being known... so if you have enough of that so that things are meaningful and you can exploit your gifts, and food and shelter then its cool best, Peter PS: my neighbor's kid has a lemonade stand during the summer. I must say its taught him (he's 12) alot about customer relations - and making sure the quality of his lemonade is good Oh and keeping cool himself. PPS (and way OT): hi Gene, I deal mostly with the small displacement 1.8-2.0 litre 8 valve VW motors and boost them to a max of 270-300hp (limited by compressor flow and the restriction of the stock heads - the early cars weigh 1700-2250 lbs). The largest twin screws that I stock are good for about 600 crank...so quite a bit smaller than what you'd need LOL... as far as manifolds go - the only quad rotor setups I've seen have been by Whipple or custom... you must have quite alot of hood clearance to be considering such a setup! |
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