Out of the Crisis.Org

[Louis Altazan]

I find the people with whom we associate, tend to influence our thoughts. They also influence our opportunities and even possibly our potential. Many may agree, but may not consider the same holds true when “choosing” an employer.

Employees may not consider that they actually choose their employer. The prevailing thought pattern seems more, the employer chooses the employee. Still, employees in our society do have a say in whom their employer might be. In my opinion this is not only a huge privilege it is an opportunity. Beyond that it is a huge responsibility to one’s self.

An employee's potential may be closely aligned with that of their employer. A star athlete may wish to play for a great coach. This increases the odds of the athlete reaching their full potential. An employee should also seek a great manager [leader] of people.

Auto repair is a service business and I believe the skills and abilities of the technicians are the product. The better the skills, the better the product and no skills equals no product. In order to justify the necessary skills, a technician must command equitable compensation and treatment. If not found in their present situation, they should continue their search [even while employed] for an employer that recognizes their worth.

I feel a manager that cannot make a success of their own business is not likely to enable an employee to prosper in or enjoy their career. Enlightened management is well aware of this concept and opportunity does exist. If there is to be a future, management must wish to provide great service. To provide great service, they will need great employees. Ironically if they wish to have the best employees they might begin by striving to be a great employer.

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Louis Altazan
Owner/Manager AGCO Automotive Corporation
Baton Rouge, LA