Saturday, June 21, 2008

Goodbye Ehlers....

For those of you who don't know, my Mom & Ron sold the store. There is no more "Ehlers Lawn & Recreation". We are still a John Deere store, and were bought out by a dealership called Hogan Walker. It has been a very emotional parting of ways. I am still working there, but they are coming in and changing EVERYTHING. I think the whole deal has been pretty bittersweet. On the one hand, mom & Ron should have a little more flexibility in their schedules, but on the other hand, they really feel like they were pushed into it prematurely, and the buyers handled the whole situation with an incredible lack of sensitivity. We had a last fling party a couple weeks ago, which I think was a nice note to end the era. As for my position in the company -- so far they've taken away my favorite things to do, and increased my paperwork by at least 10 times. So, I am actively pursuing a different job. I am not rushing into anything, and am keeping my mind open for different possibilities. I've only sent out one unsuccessful resume, but hey, it's a start! I'll keep you all posted!

1 comment:

Carrie L. said...

I'm so sorry to hear about the business - it sounds like a very big change. I know there is a job for you out there that would be more of a perfect fit. I'll think positive thoughts for you!