I transferred to the lowboy division in Jacksonville in 2001. In 2004, our former manager had resigned leaving an opening into this position. Having a lot of experience with computer technologies, logistic/driver coordination, customer service and support from co workers, I thought I’d try giving management a try.
Well, lets just say … What you know lost and Who you know … was again … The Winner!
Gary had ties with a few customers of ours, so he became the manager for our lowboy terminal in Jacksonville. At first it was alright … he seemed good in character (as far as a willing to learn). As time progressed, Gary had found that being a manager was more then just having his own office and that he had to actually work. It seemed as if he also found that fear and intimidation was easier, then having to learn how to manage the terminal.
There are two types of managers, those who earn respect and those who demand it. Gary is one of those who demands it. Why the hell not, its easier! He has had no prior management skills in the logistics arena. To this day, he still does not know how to put a load together and half the time does not even know where the drivers are.
Instead, our secretary Ms. Anne has been over burdened with his lack of, not only skills, but participation. She has been kept working late hours at several occasions putting loads together, while he goes home early.
I do think Gary would make a great salesman. He’s got great bullshitting skills but lacks coordination, memory, common sense and last but not least, respect. He manages the terminal personally and not professionally. Instead of bringing moral to the terminal, he has brought division.
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