New Sticker for the back of my Van..

[jelliott]

People that think that must not know me and my lack to time to breathe!

 

[paullud]

Someone just got a...........

Here you go.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEhDZN0RFjw&feature=youtube_gdata_player

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[cheri1122]

My ex was very involved in the hot rod/muscle car thing, and a lot of the guys found that putting the "kid taking a whiz" [on the Ford or Chevy emblem] decal on their car was often followed by malicious vandalism to their beloved machine.
It wasn't political, obviously, it was just ignorant, and ignorance knows no boundaries. For that reason, I'm careful about what sentiments I express with stickers. Because of the Load 1 decals, [or any carrier's], I would be even more careful, because it represents more than just me personally to the people who notice.
I put my favorite ones on my daughter's car instead.

 

[witness23]

My "Smack Down" comment was made because of the following posts by, dare I say, rational thinking persons commenting on your decision to proudly display a bumper sticker. Along with your defiant attitude towards those that questioned your decision.

Post #10

As much as I love that sticker and message, I would never put it on a work vehicle for fear I might offend a customer.

Post #12

Bingo! Especially when you're picking up or delivering automotive freight, where the smarmy union members just luuuuuv Obama.

Post #13

Politics and religion - the two subjects that aren't supposed to be discussed in polite society, and for good reason.

That type of sticker on a car, van, truck or whatever is practically an open invitation for your vehicle to get vandalized in certain parts of the country -especially in an election year.

Post #30

In my opinion all those stickers should be reserved for your personal vehicle...because that doesn't look professional...

Of course this is just my opinion.

Post #35

Chefdennis, i really enjoyed your posts, which are full of good information about this industry, thank you very much for that.
On the matter about any of the stickers(being political, religious, hippie, etc...) I consider that they are not professional for a truck "FOR HIRE" or leased to a carrier...
Of course this is my opinion only

Post #37

Sorry Dennis..I have to go with AmPack....they are IMO of course..unprofessional....your vehicle represents Load 1...NOT you...and that you could be banned from any UAW plant would cast a pale light on Load 1...and could ultimately hurt MY business....I'll remind you of something YOU and Joe always say in here...you are quite welcome to execise your freedoms of expression and speech as long as they don't interfere with mine...

Post #38

Not that I want to weigh in, but I feel I should. I am of the opinion that everything we do represents the carrier that we work with or for. The business is what we are here for, first and foremost. I personally have a great GW Bush shirt in the Obama color palette that says "How is that hopey changey stuff working out for you?". I without a doubt am a conservative. But I would not wear that T-shirt into the office even though it is my business.

I strongly believe that politics and religion are two items that should stay out of the workplace.

Post #39

Things like this happen all the time - over the years, quote a few customers have told me that something seemingly trivial like this influences their decision to call Carrier A instead of Carrier B when all other factors are equal. Best to avoid the things that people go to war over - politics, religion and college football.

Post #40

The phrase "LEASED TO" comes to mind. The carrier leases the vehicle, not the owner's opinions, political or otherwise.

Post #43

I understand Chef it's your truck and we aren't going to change your mind, but even though it is your truck it is leased to Load 1 and you are projecting an image of the company, while nothing will probably happen, if Load 1 loses one load is it worth it?
Personally, I love the sticker and the message, but not everyone has our views.

However, what I found funny, is how your attitude changed after Mr. Elliott gave his opinion on your plans of placing said bumper sticker on your vehicle. Ouch!, this had to hurt the ole ego typing the following into your computer.

And out of respect for John and HIS opinion and the fact that I am leased to his company, I'll not put the sticker on the van...

 

[greg334]

Dennis,
I like the sticker but I sway towards the thought that maybe you won't want to be considered a frustrated liberal who has a statement to make to the world with bumper stickers.

Nevertheless, just to throw a comment in about the UAW, it may not be the case that the company won't get any more business, it is the problem you will never get loaded or unloaded at the plant.

 

[xiggi]

My "Smack Down" comment was made because of the following posts by, dare I say, rational thinking persons commenting on your decision to proudly display a bumper sticker. Along with your defiant attitude towards those that questioned your decision.


However, what I found funny, is how your attitude changed after Mr. Elliott gave his opinion on your plans of placing said bumper sticker on your vehicle. Ouch!, this had to hurt the ole ego typing the following into your computer.

Sounds like he did the right thing to me but thanks for pointing out the posts since apparently you feel no one but yourself can read them.

 

[Dakota]

My "Smack Down" comment was made because of the following posts by, dare I say, rational thinking persons commenting on your decision to proudly display a bumper sticker. Along with your defiant attitude towards those that questioned your decision.

Post #10



Post #12



Post #13



Post #30



Post #35



Post #37



Post #38



Post #39



Post #40



Post #43




However, what I found funny, is how your attitude changed after Mr. Elliott gave his opinion on your plans of placing said bumper sticker on your vehicle. Ouch!, this had to hurt the ole ego typing the following into your computer.

Thank you for the compliment

 

[witness23]

Sounds like he did the right thing to me.

He absolutely did do the right thing. Unfortunately it took half the responses and Mr. Elliott to convince him of that. That was my point.

but thanks for pointing out the posts since apparently you feel no one but yourself can read them.

Anytime.

 

[witness23]

Thank you for the compliment

You are quite welcome. Gotta give credit, where credit is do.

 

[Dakota]

You are quite welcome. Gotta give credit, where credit is do.

I have my moments, even if they are few and far between LOL

 

[xiggi]

He absolutely did do the right thing. Unfortunately it took half the responses and Mr. Elliott to convince him of that. That was my point.

It seems that your point was to try to make someone look bad. Then again that appears to be your main goal on here at most times.

 

[witness23]

It seems that your point was to try to make someone look bad. Then again that appears to be your main goal on here at most times.

What's your point?

 

[Dakota]

Here we go again, I feel like we are on a merry go round

Round and round we go where it stops nobody knows

 

[LDB]

I don't put stickers on my vehicles because of potential vandalism and the possibility of not being able to bring justice to the vandal(s). I also see the point and agree that doing so on a work vehicle with company logos could be bad for business at times.

 

[witness23]

Here we go again, I feel like we are on a merry go round

Round and round we go where it stops nobody knows

I love carnival games!!

 

[witness23]

I don't put stickers on my vehicles because of potential vandalism and the possibility of not being able to bring justice to the vandal(s). I also see the point and agree that doing so on a work vehicle with company logos could be bad for business at times.

Add the above post to the other rational posts I pointed out.

 

[paullud]

He absolutely did do the right thing. Unfortunately it took half the responses and Mr. Elliott to convince him of that. That was my point.



Anytime.

No actually it only took John Elliott to suggest it may not be the best idea, that was why Dennis said it was John's opinion that made him decide not to do it. When you are a witness on the sidelines you should have the time to make sure you read things.

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[Jack_Berry]

Enough with the debate. Subject is closed or the thread will be.

 

[greg334]

Jack,
I don't see the reason why you would say that?

I mean no one is really doing anything off topic or bad.

 

[witness23]

No actually it only took John Elliott to suggest it may not be the best idea, that was why Dennis said it was John's opinion that made him decide not to do it.

And that is why I laughed in post #51.

The Smack Down comment was made because of the overall negative feedback, including Mr. Elliott's.