Quantcast
Jump to content


Firearm Packing!


xrac

Recommended Posts

  • 4 years later...
  • 5 months later...

I use to be a proud gun owner. I went on vacation for two months to a country with very little to no crime. I was asked well over a dozen times by the locals why does the USA have a high crime and murder rate. I didn't have an answer for them. I did some research and my home town of 220,000 people had as much crime as their country of 2 million people.

 

After returning home I have realized we are just crazy. I went to the gun range 3 weeks ago with my cousin. I just couldn't help but noticed all the beady eyed individuals salivating over firearms. I will continue owning a gun, and keeping it my home. At this point is the necessary evil. But I can't wrap my mind around what possess people to be gun wielding cowboys with a odd fetish over owning something that is so deadly.

 

While I was on vacation I walked home 4-5 times a week from 11am-4am. Never once did I feel for my or my wife's safety. We were walking sometimes almost two miles from my cousins bar to my rental house. It was great and liberating. While I was gone all I heard on the USA news was about church burnings, a theatre shooting, murder in my own city, sexual assault in my town, gay marriage, and donald trump. When i thought about these issues from 5,000 miles away, I was just thinking what has this place become?

 

I know I am ranting off topic. I just don't get with all the problems in this country, why people think being a cowboy is a solution?

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

As a Canadian firearm owner (long barrel hunting guns only), I have to agree with Mario.

In Canada, there are far less guns, and much less gun violence.

From our perspective up here, it seems like there is too much "gun availability" in the US.

 

Too many people with mental illness or crazy thoughts like delusions of grandeur have extremely easy access to guns. Have stricter requirements for who can own guns.

Too many people with not just a couple guns, but an entire armada in their house, guns and ammo that they've been acquiring for years. Do they even get used, ever?

To top it off, too many people keeping loaded guns where their kids play.

Nothing is more heartbreaking to hear of a child who finds a loaded weapon, and kills themselves or one of their siblings or friends. This kind of thing should NEVER happen.

 

I'm NOT saying don't own guns, I'm saying keep them locked up, keep the ones you actually use on a regular basis, just reduce the availability for bad things to happen, and they won't happen.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Interesting replies.

 

I'm not sure where I stand on the issue. I've worked across Europe for a number of years (Sweden, Spain, Hungary), and certainly felt unsafe at times. There are nice areas and rough places everywhere. I used to carry a pipe with me when I walked home from work in Budapest, just as a precaution.

 

With that said, guns are not going anywhere in the States. Criminals have a lot of them. Our service adviser carries a 9mm daily (concealed), and I thank God for it.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

The U.S. is third in murders throughout the world. If you discount Chicago, Detroit, Washington, and New Orleans, the U.S. drops to fourth from the bottom on the same list. Coincidentally, these four cities also have the toughest gun laws in the U.S.

 

 

 

... And have democratic leaders

  • Like 3
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Gun control laws only affect law abiding citizens. Murder is already illegal. Does anybody really believe that a murderer is going to change his mind cause he might break a gun control law?

 

Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I was in Montenegro a while back and a guy asked me "een Amereeka eef you have no insurance they let you die een the streets?" He was bewildered by the lack of compassion we have for each other here regarding health care. It explains why we kill each other every day. The # of guns in this country isn't the problem, its the lack of love for one another.

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
  • Available Subscriptions

  • Have you checked out Joe's Latest Blog?

         0 comments
      It always amazes me when I hear about a technician who quits one repair shop to go work at another shop for less money. I know you have heard of this too, and you’ve probably asked yourself, “Can this be true? And Why?” The answer rests within the culture of the company. More specifically, the boss, manager, or a toxic work environment literally pushed the technician out the door.
      While money and benefits tend to attract people to a company, it won’t keep them there. When a technician begins to look over the fence for greener grass, that is usually a sign that something is wrong within the workplace. It also means that his or her heart is probably already gone. If the issue is not resolved, no amount of money will keep that technician for the long term. The heart is always the first to leave. The last thing that leaves is the technician’s toolbox.
      Shop owners: Focus more on employee retention than acquisition. This is not to say that you should not be constantly recruiting. You should. What it does means is that once you hire someone, your job isn’t over, that’s when it begins. Get to know your technicians. Build strong relationships. Have frequent one-on-ones. Engage in meaningful conversation. Find what truly motivates your technicians. You may be surprised that while money is a motivator, it’s usually not the prime motivator.
      One last thing; the cost of technician turnover can be financially devastating. It also affects shop morale. Do all you can to create a workplace where technicians feel they are respected, recognized, and know that their work contributes to the overall success of the company. This will lead to improved morale and team spirit. Remember, when you see a technician’s toolbox rolling out of the bay on its way to another shop, the heart was most likely gone long before that.
  • Similar Topics

    • By Joe Marconi

      Premium Member Content 

      This content is hidden to guests, one of the benefits of a paid membership. Please login or register to view this content.

    • By carmcapriotto
      Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network "Research has shown that people forget 90% of what they "learn" in 30 days unless it's reinforced. But reinforcement isn't enough. Today's Class training uses forced recall, a method that creates pathways in a learner's brain, helping them retain information more effectively." David Boyes, from Today's Class, discusses how daily gamification on Today's Class' app can enhance engagement and learning through individual and team-based competitions, rewards points, and prizes. “It’s microdosing of training. It’s a set of daily questions on a daily basis." David Boyes, President of ‘Today’s Class”  An online learning organization that has been supporting the automotive industry for more than 20 years. David's previous episodes HERE Show Notes
      Daily Dose of Top Tier Training: Today’s Class [THA 371]: https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/a371/ Today’s Class: Adaptive Learning Technology [RR 879]: https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/e879/ Training Platform (00:01:52) David Boyes talks about his training platform, Today's Class, and its relevance in the industry. Gamification and Engagement (00:02:08) The discussion on how gamification can be used to encourage engagement and learning in the automotive industry. Gamification Features (00:03:03) The various forms of gamification and its role in enhancing the overall learning experience. Rewards Points and Competition (00:04:01) The use of rewards points and individual/ team-based competition as default gamification features. Customizing Gamification (00:05:15) How Today's Class can be tailored to fit the unique needs and culture of each organization. Incentives and Prizes (00:09:06) The potential for using awards, prizes, and bragging rights to drive desired behaviors. Team-Based Engagement (00:07:13) The power of team-based engagement and how it can benefit the overall team dynamic. Training Platform Overview (00:07:54) A brief explanation of Today's Class as a training platform with a different approach to traditional online training. Variety in Gamification Goals (00:09:06) The importance of variety in gamification goals to keep the learning experience fresh and engaging. Innovative Gamification Ideas (00:10:55) Creative ideas and examples of gamification rewards and incentives used by different groups. Leaderboards and Competition (00:12:36) The visibility of leaderboards and the inter-competitive play between different shops. Collaboration and Contributions (00:17:16) The involvement of parts providers or tool trucks in providing rewards and incentives for gamification. Duration of Competitions (00:19:10) The duration of gamification competitions, whether they typically last monthly or quarterly. Gamification Reset Frequency (00:19:31) David explains the importance of resetting the scoreboard monthly for a fresh competition. Setting Up Gamification Groups (00:22:46) David explains the process for onboarding new shops into gamification groups and the 90-day training cycle. Gamification as a Benefit (00:24:16) David emphasizes that gamification is a benefit but not enough to drive the platform's usage, highlighting the importance of learning and development. Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network Set your sights on Las Vegas in 2024. Mark your calendar now … November 5th-7th, 2024. AAPEX - Now more than ever. And don’t miss the next free AAPEX webinar. Register now at http://AAPEXSHOW.COM/WEBINAR NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Get ready to grow your business with the Automotive Management Network: Find on the Web at http://AftermarketManagementNetwork.com for information that can help you move your business ahead and for the free and informative http://LaborRateTracker.com Connect with the Podcast: -Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/ -Join Our Private Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734687266778976 -Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club: https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmasters -Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/carmcapriotto -Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmcapriotto/ -Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remarkableresultsradiopodcast/ -Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RResultsBiz -Visit the Website: https://remarkableresults.biz/ -Join our Insider List: https://remarkableresults.biz/insider -All books mentioned on our podcasts: https://remarkableresults.biz/books -Our Classroom page for personal or team learning: https://remarkableresults.biz/classroom -Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm -The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com -Special episode collections: https://remarkableresults.biz/collections                    
      Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio
    • By carmcapriotto
      Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss, and 360 Payments By setting realistic expectations, providing necessary support and training, fostering a positive work environment, and maintaining transparency and honesty, business owners can create a more productive and harmonious workplace. Implementing these actionable tips from Kevin Eckler can help reduce turnover, improve employee satisfaction, and ultimately lead to a more successful business. Kevin Eckler, Foreign Car Specialists, Poughkeepsie, NY. Listen to Kevin’s previous episodes HERE. Show Notes
      The challenges in the automotive industry (00:00:06) Discussion about the struggles and shortcomings in hiring and managing employees in the automotive industry. Setting up employees for failure (00:01:01) The tendency to bring in new employees without realistic expectations and necessary support, leading to repeated failures. Lack of support and training for new employees (00:02:43) Failure to equip new employees with the tools, support, and training needed for success in their positions. Creating a toxic work environment (00:03:40) The impact of avoiding confrontations and failing to address issues on creating a toxic work environment and setting employees up to fail. Self-awareness and accountability (00:06:34) The importance of self-awareness in how one's actions and words influence the atmosphere and attitude in the workplace. Honesty about the challenges and vision of the business (00:08:08) The importance of being honest about the difficulties and vision of the business when bringing in new employees and setting realistic expectations. Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss, and 360 Payments Shop Boss – Shop Management Software built by shop owners, for shop owners. It works the way you need it to, right out of the box. Find on the web at https://shopboss.net Connect with the Podcast: -Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/ -Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club: https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmasters -Join Our Private Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734687266778976 -Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/carmcapriotto -Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmcapriotto/ -Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remarkableresultsradiopodcast/ -Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RResultsBiz -Visit the Website: https://remarkableresults.biz/ -Join our Insider List: https://remarkableresults.biz/insider -All books mentioned on our podcasts: https://remarkableresults.biz/books -Our Classroom page for personal or team learning: https://remarkableresults.biz/classroom -Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm -The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com -Special episode collections: https://remarkableresults.biz/collections  
      Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio
    • By carmcapriotto
      The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops.
      Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo:https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/
      Check out their podcast here: https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/
      If you would like to join their private Facebook group go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/autorepairmarketingmastermind
      In this podcast episode, Coach Chris Cotton from Auto Fix Auto Shop Coaching discusses the critical importance of setting clear, achievable goals in the auto repair business. He warns against the pitfalls of constantly changing targets, which can negatively impact business direction and team morale.
      Coach Cotton emphasizes the need for SMART goals—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound—and offers practical steps for planning, monitoring progress, and celebrating milestones. He delves into the significance of having a structured approach to goal-setting, which not only helps in aligning the team’s efforts but also ensures that everyone is working towards a common objective.
      Coach Cotton also shares real-life examples and success stories from auto repair shops that have thrived by adhering to these principles. This episode offers valuable insights for business growth and personal satisfaction, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their auto repair business.
       
      Introduction (00:00:03)
      Coach Chris Cotton introduces the podcast and its purpose, highlighting the game-changing insights and practical tips for auto repair businesses.  
      Moving the Goalposts (00:01:05)
       
      Discussion on the perils of constantly changing goals in business and personal life, emphasizing the importance of setting and sticking to clear goals.  
      Setting Clear Goals (00:02:15)
       
      Exploration of the cruciality of defining a clear vision, setting SMART goals, creating a plan, monitoring progress, staying accountable, and celebrating milestones.  
      Personal Goal Setting (00:06:46)
       
      Advises on setting personal goals to support professional life, continuous learning, and prioritizing health and wellness for a successful life and business.  
      Conclusion and Call to Action (00:07:47)
       
      Encouragement to stop moving the goalposts and start achieving goals, with a shoutout to the sponsor and a motivational sign-off.  
       
       
      Connect with Chris:
      [email protected]
      Phone: 940.400.1008
      www.autoshopcoaching.com
      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
      AutoFixAutoShopCoachingYoutube: https://bit.ly/3ClX0ae
       
      #autofixautoshopcoaching #autofixbeautofixing #autoshopprofits #autoshopprofit #autoshopprofitsfirst #autoshopleadership #autoshopmanagement #autorepairshopcoaching #autorepairshopconsulting #autorepairshoptraining #autorepairshop #autorepair #serviceadvisor #serviceadvisorefficiency #autorepairshopmarketing #theweeklyblitz #autofix #shopmarketingpros #autofixautoshopcoachingbook
      Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio
    • By DUFRESNES

      Premium Member Content 

      This content is hidden to guests, one of the benefits of a paid membership. Please login or register to view this content.



  • Our Sponsors



×
×
  • Create New...